The Latest News for Southend & South East Essex

Police to crack down on illegal e-scooter and e-bike use in Southend

Essex Police has announced a major crackdown on the dangerous and illegal use of e-scooters and e-bikes in Southend, warning…

9 months ago

Police cordon in place on Southchurch Road following early morning assault

A major police presence was in place on Southchurch Road in Southend city centre this morning following a serious assault…

9 months ago

Biggest-ever music festival lineup revealed for Southend’s Priory Park

After a very successful first year, Lazydays festival is set to return to Southend this summer, boasting what may be…

9 months ago

Premier Inn unveils major expansion plans for Southend seafront hotel

Premier Inn has announced plans to expand its Southend seafront hotel, converting part of the former Brewers Fayre restaurant into…

9 months ago

Sainsbury’s cuts manned checkouts in Southend superstore to just four

Shoppers at the Sainsbury’s superstore in Southend city centre will notice a significant change at the tills, as the number…

9 months ago

Public opinion divided as government backs new Lower Thames Crossing

The UK government has announced its support for the long-debated Lower Thames Crossing, a major infrastructure project that would create…

9 months ago

Man charged with multiple burglary offences in Rayleigh

A man has been charged in connection with a burglary and two attempted burglaries in Rayleigh, following an extensive police…

9 months ago

Hundreds line streets to celebrate the life of a 6-year-old boy who lost a battle with brain cancer

A whole community turned out in a heartfelt show of respect for six-year-old Henry Hall, who tragically lost his battle…

9 months ago

Southend heroin dealer jailed for seven years, after previously avoiding prison

A county lines drug dealer who controlled the ‘Ace’ and ‘Max’ drug networks between London and Southend has been sentenced…

9 months ago

Bus “explodes” and goes up in flames in Southend city centre

A bus caught fire in Southend on Wednesday night, with witnesses describing "explosions". The single-decker Arriva bus quickly went up…

9 months ago