Disruption set to continue as two sets of temporary traffic lights cause chaos in Rochford
Drivers in Rochford and Southend are facing major delays this week after two separate sets of temporary traffic lights were installed on busy routes at […]
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Power cuts and evacuations as TWO electrical substations catch fire on Sutton Road
A major fire broke out on Sutton Road in Rochford on Bank Holiday Monday, sending thick black smoke into the sky and forcing the evacuation […]
Sutton Hall miniature railway: A hidden countryside train ride near Southend
Tucked away in the Essex countryside just outside Southend and Rochford is Sutton Hall Farm Railway – a charming miniature railway offering scenic rides through […]
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 […]
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 […]
Teenagers arrested after violent attack in Hawkwell, Rochford – with police hunting for third suspect
Two 17-year-old boys have been arrested after a violent assault on a group of teenagers in Hawkwell, near Rochford, which left one young person injured […]
2,000 new homes planned for 130-hectare farmland site in Rochford
A bold new proposal could see 2,000 ‘climate positive’ homes built on 130 hectares of farmland in North-East Rochford, as part of a major eco-development […]
Crowbar-wielding burglars tackled by off duty Southend police officers
Two off-duty police officers from Southend have been formally commended after bravely confronting two armed burglars in Rochford while heading home from their shift. Sergeant […]
Rare & unique Essex home with its own orchard is going under the hammer: Look inside
A rare and characterful farmhouse in Rochford is up for auction in June, offering buyers the chance to own a slice of rural Essex history. […]
New bulk-buy Food Warehouse set to open at Southend Retail Park
Iceland is planning to bring its popular bulk-buy store, The Food Warehouse, to Southend, with plans now submitted to Rochford Council to take over the […]
New plans for 1,300 homes on green belt land between Rayleigh & Wickford
Major plans to build 1,300 homes at Dollymans Farm, on green belt land between Rayleigh and Wickford, have been revealed by developer Bloor Homes. The […]
Lidl announces plans to open new supermarket on site of Rayleigh pet store
A brand new Lidl supermarket is set to be built in Rayleigh, replacing the long-standing Swallow Aquatics store on London Road – a site that’s […]
‘New town’ proposal could see 10,000 new homes built between Southend and Rochford
A major new housing development that could see 10,000 homes built between Southend-on-Sea and Rochford is being explored by local councils, following a formal expression […]
How to visit Foulness Island, where you can “feel like a spy” and discover incredible wildlife
Hidden away off the Essex coast lies Foulness Island – a mysterious and secluded spot that’s part peaceful rural retreat, part Ministry of Defence (MOD) […]
Co-op admits to blocking rival supermarkets in Leigh & Rochford, forcing shoppers “to pay Co-op prices”
The Co-op supermarket chain has admitted to breaching competition rules more than 100 times across the UK, including multiple instances in Leigh-on-Sea and Rochford, where […]