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Greater Anglia train derails at Wickford as Southend passengers told ‘do not travel’

A Greater Anglia train has derailed near Wickford railway station, forcing the suspension of services between Southend Victoria and Shenfield…

3 weeks ago

Parents warn families after bruising on “particularly intense” Waltzer at Chalkwell Fun Fair

Parents have warned families to be prepared for a particularly intense Waltzer at Chalkwell Fun Fair after riders reported bruising…

3 weeks ago

Man and woman arrested and charged after child’s body found at Southend home

Two people have been charged after the body of a child was discovered at a home in Southend last week.…

3 weeks ago

Fire rapidly spreads across tinder-dry grassland in Eastwood park

Firefighters tackled a rapidly spreading grass fire in Eastwood Scotts Park as continued dry conditions leave open spaces particularly vulnerable…

3 weeks ago

A13 closed between Sadlers Farm and Pitsea Flyover due to major collision

The A13 has been closed between Sadlers Farm and the Pitsea Flyover following a major collision involving multiple vehicles on…

3 weeks ago

Fridges and freezers turned away from Southend tip as national recycling shortage continues

Southend residents are being asked to hold onto unwanted fridges and freezers as a national shortage of specialist recycling capacity…

3 weeks ago

Police officer injured after being attacked from behind in Shoeburyness park

Police are appealing for witnesses after an officer was attacked from behind while on foot patrol in Gunners Park, Shoeburyness.

4 weeks ago

Dangerous driver jailed after repeatedly ramming police car during Southend pursuit

A dangerous driver who repeatedly rammed a police vehicle and drove directly at officers during a high-speed pursuit through Southend…

1 month ago

Chihuahua put to sleep after devastating dog attack in Southend as police appeal for witnesses

A Chihuahua has had to be put to sleep after suffering devastating injuries in a dog attack in Southend, with…

1 month ago

Caravan in Southend’s “red light district” destroyed in late-night fire

A controversial caravan which had become a focal point of concerns over street prostitution in Southend has been destroyed in…

1 month ago

Parking charges at Southend Hospital to rise, with free parking time limit cut

People visiting Southend Hospital will soon have to pay more to park, with the cost of longer stays increasing sharply…

1 month ago

First GBR Anglia trains unveiled as major changes begin to c2c and Greater Anglia railways

Train passengers across Essex will soon begin noticing one of the biggest changes to the region's railway in years, and…

1 month ago

Man charged after armed police called to ‘knife fight’ in Southend city centre

A man has been charged following a violent incident involving a knife and a vehicle in Southend city centre in…

5 months ago

Three-hour limit & drop-off ban introduced at Southend Airport retail park

New parking restrictions have been introduced at the Southend Airport retail park, with shoppers already raising concerns about how the…

5 months ago

Emotional farewell as hundreds of Fitzwimarc students line street outside school to honour Harry Crysell

Emotional tributes have poured in from friends, family and the wider community after the funeral of 14-year-old Harry Crysell. Harry…

7 months ago