The latest breaking news, incidents, events and community features for the city of Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas of South East Essex.
A Southend mother has issued an urgent warning to other parents after her son was rushed to hospital last night due to complications from vaping. […]
Adventure Island on Southend seafront has begun work to prepare for a new 38-metre tall drop tower. The new Sky Tower ride is expected to […]
East Street in Prittlewell was closed for a period this evening after a collision involving a cyclist and a red car near Prittlewell train station, […]
A man drowned in the Thames Estuary near Thorpe Bay yesterday evening. The major incident unfolded at 5pm on Thursday evening, after emergency services were […]
The store closed permanently on Tuesday 3 October, after the chain collapsed in to administration and all remaining stock was heavily discounted. The retailer fell […]
The fantastic fireworks displays are back, with free shows every Saturday evening until 18th November 2023. The displays are organised by the Southend Seaside Partnership […]
A derelict building in Southend caught fire on Monday evening, with at least five firefighter crews sent to the incident. The fire in the end-terrace […]
A plush new lounge club has opened behind Southend Airport, bringing new wow factor to Southend’s nightlife scene. Tucked away near Southend Airport, The Lounge […]
A crime scene cordon was put in place in Southend High Street on Sunday night after a man was assaulted. The incident happened at around […]
Essex Police dealt with a day of major disorder in Southend City Centre and seafront on Tuesday 1 August. At least 30 officers were drafted […]
A search and rescue operation took place on Southend seafront after reports surfaced that two people jumped into the water from the Pier. A coastguard […]
Essex Police have uncovered a significant car theft syndicate in Southend, responsible for stealing Ford Fiestas and other cars from across Essex and London areas. […]
Southend Seafront was brought to a standstill tonight, as hundreds of car enthusiasts arrived during a busy Bank Holiday Monday. There was very heavy traffic […]
Fire investigators believe that a huge fire at an industrial unit in Eastwood on Saturday was started deliberately. Drone footage revealed just how large the […]
Police are investigating after a police car was in a collision with a bicycle today outside Southend Hospital. Officers were responding to a call when […]
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