PETA activists stage ‘go-vegan’ protest outside new Popeyes chicken restaurant in Southend
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 […]
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Kursaal at risk: water leaks and decay threaten Southend’s historic icon
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
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
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
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
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
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
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, […]
Southend Airport launches new route to Newquay, Cornwall with Eastern Airways
A brand-new flight route connecting the East of England to the Cornish coast has officially taken off, as London Southend Airport celebrated the inaugural Eastern […]
easyJet re-opens base at Southend Airport, offering 20 routes and creating 1,200 jobs
easyJet has launched its tenth UK base at London Southend Airport, in a move that strengthens its presence in the UK leisure travel market and […]
Smash burger craze hits Southend as new burger joint opens
Southend food lovers have a new hotspot to rave about, as SMASH – The Burger Joint has officially opened its doors in the city. Specialising […]
‘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 […]
“Eyesore” Fisherman’s Wharf site in Southend to be auctioned after years of neglect
A long-abandoned seafront plot in Southend is set to go under the hammer after sitting in a state of disrepair for more than five years. […]
Excitement as crowds queue for opening of new B&M store in Southend
More than 50 eager shoppers queued outside the new B&M store in Southend today, as the popular discount retailer officially opened its doors in The […]
New bus route linking Leigh and Southend Airport set to launch after popular demand
A long-awaited bus route linking Leigh and Southend Airport is finally set to become a reality, with plans now moving forward to find an operator […]