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Another blow to Southend High Street as River Island closes – here’s the full list of River Island store closures

Monday, 6 October, 2025 News Editor 0

Another well-known retailer has disappeared from Southend High Street, as River Island confirms the permanent closure of its city centre store. The popular fashion chain, […]

Car park closure marks start of £575million ‘Better Queensway’ project

Sunday, 28 September, 2025 News Editor 0

One of Southend’s busiest car parks has been closed and fenced off as work begins on the city’s £575 million Better Queensway regeneration project. The […]

Revealed: 550 new homes could be built on Rayleigh farmland

Monday, 15 September, 2025 News Editor 0

A major new housing development is being proposed on farmland in Rayleigh, with local residents warning the local area could be pushed beyond breaking point. […]

Everything you need to know for the 2025 free fireworks displays on Southend seafront

Friday, 12 September, 2025 News Editor 1

Southend-on-Sea’s Free Firework Spectaculars are always very popular, lighting up the seafront with amazing displays. This year in 2025, the fantastic free fireworks will be […]

New Chopstix restaurant brings delicious noodle boxes to Southend High Street

Wednesday, 13 August, 2025 News Editor 0

A new Chopstix Noodle Bar has officially opened in Southend High Street, with the first 100 customers treated to a free portion of spring rolls. […]

Anglian Water hit with £62.8million penalty over sewage spill failures

Tuesday, 29 July, 2025 News Editor 0

Anglian Water is being forced to pay out £62.8 million after a major investigation found the company failed to properly manage and maintain its wastewater […]

Great Wakering green belt near Shoebury targeted for 950 new homes at Tithe Park

Thursday, 17 July, 2025 News Editor 0

A major housing development could transform green belt land in Great Wakering, with plans unveiled for 950 homes at Tithe Park – half of which […]

Southend Airport scraps free 15-minute drop-off period and brings in £7 minimum charge

Thursday, 3 July, 2025 News Editor 0

Southend Airport has quietly removed its previously free 15-minute drop-off and pick-up allowance at the Long Stay car park – replacing it with a flat […]

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 […]

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