The Latest News for Southend & South East Essex

Residents report “awful stench” across Canvey & Benfleet after chemical leak

A strong and sickening smell that spread across parts of Canvey Island and Benfleet has been traced, after multiple evacuations…

1 year ago

Southend Halloween Parade 2025: Everything you need to know for the seafront event

A huge illuminated Halloween Parade and a free fireworks display will take place on Southend seafront this October! The hugely…

1 year ago

Police cordon off area of Southend High Street after man found with head injury

A man in his 20s was rushed to hospital with a serious head injury, after an incident in Southend High…

1 year ago

Southend welcomes Crave Bakery as former Wenzel’s unit gets new lease of life

A former bakery shop in Westcliff has found new life as Crave Bakery and Coffee House opens its doors –…

1 year ago

Bottomless brunch arrives in Leigh-on-Sea with DJs, samba shows & Mediterranean feasting

One of Leigh-on-Sea’s most talked-about restaurants is raising the bar for weekend dining. The Med - a vibrant Mediterranean eatery…

1 year ago

Smoke seen pouring from Southend care home as fire crews respond

Emergency services rushed to Catherine Lodge on Baxter Avenue, Southend, after a fire broke out in one of the flats.…

1 year ago

Lidl announces plans to open new supermarket on site of Rayleigh pet store

A brand new Lidl supermarket is set to be built in Rayleigh, replacing the long-standing Swallow Aquatics store on London…

1 year ago

Thousands of illegal cigarettes and “dangerous vapes” uncovered in corner shop raids

A major enforcement operation in Southend has uncovered a huge haul of illegal cigarettes, hand-rolling tobacco and non-compliant disposable vapes…

1 year ago

Lonely peacock called Kevin wanders house-to-house in search of love

Kevin the Peacock – the flamboyant feathered local who strutted off from his home near Magnolia Nature Reserve in Ashingdon…

1 year ago

Infinity Showbar in Southend closes after five years of drag, glitter and good times

A much-loved LGBTQ+ venue in Southend has shut its doors after five colourful years. Infinity Showbar & Lounge, based on…

1 year ago