Firefighters tackle blaze outside Southend city centre bar
Firefighters rushed to a Southend city centre bar on Saturday afternoon after a fire broke out in an outside area, sending smoke into the surrounding […]
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Woman attacked near Queensway roundabout as police set up two crime scene cordons in Southend
Two police crime scene cordons remain in place in Southend city centre this morning after a woman was attacked in the early hours of Sunday. […]
Mercedes driver fined for fraudulently using disabled blue badge in Southend
A Southend man has been fined hundreds of pounds after being caught fraudulently using a blue badge that belonged to a local care organisation. Innocent […]
Eat local: Why Southend’s Kingfisher was named ‘Fish & Chip Shop of the Year’
Kingfisher Fish and Chips on Southchurch Road has become a firm favourite in Southend, with locals praising its fresh fish, generous portions and friendly service. Owner Dede Blini says the focus is on value and customer satisfaction, even as rising costs hit the trade. The chippy, which holds a five-star food hygiene rating, opens daily and continues to attract loyal regulars and newcomers alike.
Police respond to mass disturbance in Southchurch Road as businesses forced to close
A large-scale disturbance in Southchurch Road prompted a significant police response yesterday evening, as reports emerged of a group of around 100 people causing chaos […]