The Latest News for Southend & South East Essex

‘Local gem’ Brakan restaurant reopens in Leigh-on-Sea following success of sister venue

A "Mediterranean oasis" restaurant in Leigh-on-Sea has reopened its doors after a temporary closure – and it's already winning 5-star…

3 months ago

Major new housing scheme with 360 homes unveiled in Great Wakering

A major new development that will transform farmland on the edge of Great Wakering has been unveiled, amid the government’s…

3 months ago

GAME store on Southend High Street to shut in August amid nationwide closures

Southend’s GAME store will close its doors for the final time this August, marking the end of an era for…

3 months ago

“Complete chaos” at Chelmsford Justin Timberlake concert as fans trapped for hours and organisers vanish online

Music fans who travelled from across Essex to see Justin Timberlake perform in Chelmsford say they were left stranded for…

3 months ago

Southend woman jailed for stealing over £200,000 from charity she worked for

A woman from Southend has been jailed for stealing almost £217,000 from the charity she worked for, following a years-long…

3 months ago

Southend Airport scraps free 15-minute drop-off period and brings in £7 minimum charge

Southend Airport has quietly removed its previously free 15-minute drop-off and pick-up allowance at the Long Stay car park -…

4 months ago

Dartford Crossing chaos after lorry jack-knifes and hits car, spilling fuel across QEII Bridge

Drivers are facing major disruption on the Dartford Crossing after a heavy goods vehicle struck a car and jack-knifed on…

4 months ago

EasyJet adds new winter flights from Southend Airport to “magical” Finland destination

Passengers flying from Southend Airport can now book a magical festive escape, as easyJet has announced direct flights to Rovaniemi…

4 months ago

Shoebury police raids uncover suspected drugs, weapons and stolen vehicles

Two men have been arrested following a series of co-ordinated police raids at multiple locations in Shoebury. In the early…

4 months ago

‘A shining star’: Family & police pay tribute to Leonna Ruka, aged 7, who was killed by tree in Southend

A seven-year-old girl who died after a tree collapsed in Chalkwell Park has been named as Leonna Ruka, described by…

4 months ago