Slug & Lettuce to close in Southend, with customers left with last-minute Christmas cancellations

2 months ago

It has been confirmed that the Slug & Lettuce bar in Southend will close on 6 December 2025, with some…

Huge 2026 lineup revealed with big-name artists coming to Southend’s Priory Park

2 months ago

Lazydays Festival will return to Priory Park in Southend from 24 to 26 July 2026, with its largest edition yet.…

Sutton Road closed after “horrific” serious collision near Southend city centre

2 months ago

Part of Sutton Road in Southend city centre has been closed this afternoon after a serious collision involving a van…

XL bully dog, stolen bikes, e-scooters and weapons seized from drug den in Westcliff

2 months ago

A police raid on a property in Westcliff led to the arrest of a woman and the discovery of suspected…

Huge illegal vape & tobacco operation uncovered behind Southend shop – businessman found guilty of 43 offences

2 months ago

A Southend shop owner has been convicted of 43 offences after Trading Standards officers uncovered a large stash of illegal…

Basildon Christmas tractor run set to return with illuminated festive spectacle

3 months ago

Basildon’s Christmas Tractor Run will once again bring colour, light and community spirit to the town on Saturday 13 December…

2 years of roadworks: Queensway underpass to be filled in as Southend prepares for major road overhaul

3 months ago

Queensway underpass is set to disappear as Southend prepares for one of its biggest regeneration projects in decades. The underpass…

Man named and charged after reports of someone carrying sword in Shoebury

3 months ago

Police have charged a man after multiple alarmed people reported seeing someone walking through Shoeburyness holding a sword. The incident…

Photo Gallery: Thousands fill Southend High Street for the 2025 Christmas lights switch on

3 months ago

Southend High Street was packed on Saturday as thousands turned out for the Big Christmas Switch On, transforming the city…

11-year-old pushed to ground and robbed on way to school – man wanted by police

3 months ago

An 11-year-old boy was shoved to the ground and robbed of his scooter whilst on his way to school on…