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 […]
Three new unitary councils proposed to simplify Greater Essex local government
Essex County Council has unveiled its preferred proposal for a major shake-up of local government in Greater Essex, proposing to replace the existing 15 local […]
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 […]
Great Wakering green belt near Shoebury targeted for 950 new homes at Tithe Park
A major housing development could transform green belt land in Great Wakering, with plans unveiled for 950 homes at Tithe Park – half of which […]
Southend police seize illegal e-bikes from food delivery riders & others in city centre crackdown
Police in Southend have reportedly seized a number of electric bikes and e-scooters from food delivery riders and other members of the public as part […]
Ten teenagers sentenced after shocking machete & firearm violence on Southend seafront
Ten teenagers have been sentenced to more than 34 years in custody following a violent summer clash involving machetes and a firearm on Southend seafront. […]
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash on Hobleythick Lane near A127 in Southend
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a serious crash involving a car on Hobleythick Lane in Westcliff. Emergency services were called to the junction […]
Four killed in plane crash at Southend Airport: Here’s everything that is known
A tragic plane crash at Southend Airport has left four people dead and brought all flight operations to a halt. Here’s a full breakdown of […]
Tumble dryer blaze forces family to flee tower block flat in Eastwood, Southend
A family has been left homeless after a fire broke out in a flat on the fourth floor of an 11-storey tower block in Eastwood […]
Police cordon in place on Westcliff seafront after man injured in early-hours assault
A police investigation is under way after a man was found injured in the early hours on the seafront at Westcliff. Emergency services were called […]
Local NHS heroes featured in new Netflix series ‘Critical: Between Life and Death’
Staff from Southend Hospital and Broomfield Hospital will soon find themselves on screens around the world, starring in a powerful new Netflix documentary series that […]
Major new 250-home development proposed for Hall Road, Rochford
A major new housing scheme has been proposed for land south of Hall Road in Rochford, with up to 250 new homes, green infrastructure and […]
‘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 praise for its refreshed decor, […]