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EasyJet adds new winter flights from Southend Airport to “magical” Finland destination

Thursday, 3 July, 2025 News Editor 0

Passengers flying from Southend Airport can now book a magical festive escape, as easyJet has announced direct flights to Rovaniemi in Finland, the “enchanting gateway […]

Southend’s last big nightclub to shut down after seven years of ‘memories’

Friday, 20 June, 2025 News Editor 0

MooMoo nightclub, Southend city centre’s largest and most well-known nightlife venue, is set to close its doors for good on Saturday 5th July 2025. The […]

Major upgrade confirmed for Chalkwell station with two new lifts and footbridge

Monday, 16 June, 2025 News Editor 1

Chalkwell station is set to become fully step-free for the first time, following the award of a major contract by Network Rail to infrastructure specialists […]

Controversial 14-storey high-rise block of flats gets green light in Southend after appeal

Wednesday, 4 June, 2025 News Reporter 0

A 14-storey tower block is set to rise in Southend city centre after the Government overturned Southend City council’s refusal, sparking fresh debate over urban […]

New bulk-buy Food Warehouse set to open at Southend Retail Park

Thursday, 29 May, 2025 News Reporter 1

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 […]

More drivers being turned away from Southend’s tips as the City Council tightens rules

Friday, 23 May, 2025 News Editor 0

Southend City Council has issued a firm reminder that its two Household Waste and Recycling Centres (HWRCs) are strictly for city residents – not businesses […]

“Nuisance” food delivery drivers ignoring pedestrian rules in Southend High Street

Wednesday, 21 May, 2025 News Editor 0

Shoppers and visitors in Southend High Street have voiced frustration over the growing presence of “nuisance” food delivery drivers driving dangerously through the busy pedestrian […]

PETA activists stage ‘go-vegan’ protest outside new Popeyes chicken restaurant in Southend

Friday, 16 May, 2025 News Editor 0

The grand opening of Popeyes in Southend High Street drew more than just hungry customers on it’s opening day today – it also attracted animal […]

Kursaal at risk: water leaks and decay threaten Southend’s historic icon

Friday, 16 May, 2025 News Editor 0

Recent photographs taken from inside Southend’s iconic Kursaal have unveiled concerning maintenance issues plaguing the historic landmark. Urban explorers, gaining access through an unlocked door, […]

Green light for Southend’s Empire Theatre to be redeveloped into flats after planning appeal win

Tuesday, 13 May, 2025 News Editor 0

Plans to redevelop Southend’s historic Empire Theatre site into a five and six-storey block of flats, shops and community spaces are back on track after […]

Long queues spark frustration at Leigh tip, with Southend tip now to have reduced capacity for works

Monday, 12 May, 2025 News Editor 0

Residents in Southend are voicing growing frustration over long queues and “traffic chaos” at Leigh Marshes Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC), following a major site […]

Infinity Showbar in Southend closes after five years of drag, glitter and good times

Wednesday, 9 April, 2025 News Editor 0

A much-loved LGBTQ+ venue in Southend has shut its doors after five colourful years. Infinity Showbar & Lounge, based on Alexandra Street in the heart […]

Popeyes fried chicken to open new Southend High Street restaurant, next to KFC & Taco Bell

Tuesday, 8 April, 2025 News Editor 0

The famous fried chicken chain Popeyes is bringing its signature Louisiana flavour to Southend High Street, with a brand new restaurant set to open just […]

“Broken machines, disgusting cleanliness, and a smell of urine”: Southend Leisure Centre under fire as council seeks new operator

Friday, 4 April, 2025 News Editor 0

A leisure and fitness facility in Southend has now fallen into such a shocking state that many users say it’s barely fit for purpose — […]

Chalkwell bridge to be demolished amid safety concerns, sparking community backlash

Friday, 4 April, 2025 News Editor 0

The much-used pedestrian ramp connecting Chalkwell Station to Chalkwell Beach has closed, with demolition plans now in motion following serious safety concerns. Built in 1910, […]

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