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Hundreds queue for Southend Farmfoods closing down sale

Hundreds of eager bargain hunters flocked to Farmfoods in Southend today as the frozen food retailer held a closing down…

11 months ago

Two people seriously injured in violent Southend High Street incident

Shoppers in Southend High Street were shocked as a violent disturbance broke out at around 5.30pm yesterday, leaving two men…

11 months ago

Police seeking men after assault left victim with injuries

Police have released images of two men they want to speak to following an assault in Southend that left a…

11 months ago

Major upgrade to go ahead for the A127 Fairglen Interchange

A £15 million funding boost will finally kickstart long-awaited upgrades to the Fairglen Interchange, a notorious congestion hotspot where the…

11 months ago

It’s time to talk, with free NHS talking therapies in Essex

The Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) is urging people to prioritise their mental wellbeing and take advantage of…

11 months ago

Sheep arrive in Southend-on-Sea to help restore nature reserve

A flock of conservation grazing sheep have made part of Gunners Park their home, playing a vital role in maintaining…

11 months ago

Person dies after being hit by c2c train in Leigh-on-Sea

A person tragically lost their life after being struck by a train in Leigh-on-Sea. There was significant disruption to rail…

11 months ago

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…

12 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…

12 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…

12 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…

12 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…

12 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…

12 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…

12 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…

12 months ago