Huge flames tear through former Southend United Boots & Laces site for second time
A major fire has broken out at the former Boots and Laces Southend United training ground on Eastern Avenue, sending thick black smoke billowing across […]
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Highly aggressive Asian hornets are spreading into South East England, killing bees
Residents across the South East of England – including Essex and Southend – are being warned about an increase in “highly aggressive” Asian hornets, which […]
Large fire tears through warehouse next to A127 as firefighters battle overnight blaze
A major fire broke out at a warehouse in the Airborne Industrial Estate, close to the A127 in Eastwood, late last night. Emergency services were […]
Police release CCTV after thousands of pounds stolen from B&M in Southend
Police are appealing for the public’s help to identify a man they want to speak to in connection with a series of thefts from B&M […]
New Chopstix restaurant brings delicious noodle boxes to Southend High Street
A new Chopstix Noodle Bar has officially opened in Southend High Street, with the first 100 customers treated to a free portion of spring rolls. […]
Southend Hospital introduces body cameras in A&E to protect staff from abuse
Staff in Southend Hospital’s Emergency Department are now wearing body-worn cameras to help protect themselves from abuse, following a rise in violence and aggression against […]
Southend seafront free splash fountains: Everything you need to know
Southend’s City Beach is home to a popular free family attraction on the seafront – the Splash Fountains. With 64 multi-coloured jets of water dancing […]
Sutton Hall miniature railway: A hidden countryside train ride near Southend
Tucked away in the Essex countryside just outside Southend and Rochford is Sutton Hall Farm Railway – a charming miniature railway offering scenic rides through […]
Police cordon in Southend after man attacked in broad daylight
A police cordon was set up along part of York Road and Old Southend Road on Wednesday afternoon, 30 July, after a man in his […]
Hundreds expected at Sierra Leone Outing on Southend beach this Saturday
Southend beach is set to host one of the UK’s largest cultural celebrations this Saturday 2 August, as the 2025 Sierra Leone Outing brings hundreds […]
Gunpoint drama in Southend as armed police officers stop car in intelligence-led operation
A dramatic police operation was seen unfolding in Southend city centre this morning after armed officers stopped a car at gunpoint on Tylers Avenue. The […]
Anglian Water hit with £62.8million penalty over sewage spill failures
Anglian Water is being forced to pay out £62.8 million after a major investigation found the company failed to properly manage and maintain its wastewater […]
Southend chip shop gives back to local community, including new ‘blue light’ discount
A popular fish and chip shop in Southend has announced new initiatives aimed at supporting both frontline workers and local schoolchildren – as a way […]
c2c trains return to public ownership instead of being operated by Italian company
Train services between Southend and London have returned to public ownership for the first time in 30 years, as the government takes control of the […]
Huge field fire in Rayeleigh sparks major emergency response and destroys crops
A large fire in a Rayleigh field triggered a significant emergency response on Friday 18 July, with smoke blowing across key roads and local homes […]