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‘Scary and disgusting’ Lucy Road toilets finally demolished near Southend seafront

Thursday, 15 January, 2026 News Editor 1

The demolition of the long-derelict Lucy Road public toilets has been welcomed by local residents, following years of crime, anti-social behaviour and repeated reports of […]

Behind the scenes of Southend’s free fireworks displays

Monday, 15 September, 2025 News Editor 0

Ever wondered where the fireworks lighting up Southend seafront actually come from? Each autumn, as crowds gather along the promenade to watch the free Saturday […]

Nostalgic Southend seafront car meet draws huge crowds

Sunday, 31 August, 2025 News Editor 0

Southend seafront roared back to life last night as hundreds of car enthusiasts gathered for a nostalgic celebration of the 80s, 90s and early 2000s […]

Pro-Palestine march in Southend scrapped after police imposed strict conditions

Saturday, 30 August, 2025 News Editor 1

A planned pro-Palestine march in Southend this weekend has been effectively called off after organisers said police imposed “insane restrictions” on their route. Essex Police […]

“Just like the 90s cruise nights”: Southend car meet draws crowds as police take targeted action

Tuesday, 26 August, 2025 News Editor 0

Southend seafront ground to a halt on Sunday night as a massive car meet brought Western Esplanade to a standstill. Every seafront car park was […]

Motorcyclist seriously injured after collision on Queensway in Southend

Sunday, 24 August, 2025 News Editor 0

A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a collision between a car and a motorcycle on Queensway in Southend. The crash […]

Southend seafront free splash fountains: Everything you need to know

Thursday, 7 August, 2025 News Editor 0

Southend’s City Beach is home to a popular free family attraction on the seafront – the Splash Fountains. With 64 multi-coloured jets of water dancing […]

Hundreds expected at Sierra Leone Outing on Southend beach this Saturday

Wednesday, 30 July, 2025 News Editor 0

Southend beach is set to host one of the UK’s largest cultural celebrations this Saturday 2 August, as the 2025 Sierra Leone Outing brings hundreds […]

Ten teenagers sentenced after shocking machete & firearm violence on Southend seafront

Wednesday, 16 July, 2025 News Editor 0

Ten teenagers have been sentenced to more than 34 years in custody following a violent summer clash involving machetes and a firearm on Southend seafront. […]

Everything you need to know about the Red Arrows in Southend this weekend including the best viewing spots

Saturday, 28 June, 2025 News Editor 0

The skies above Southend are set to come alive this weekend as the world-famous Red Arrows and historic Battle of Britain aircraft fly in and […]

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 […]

Southend Pier to be covered in red poppies for Remembrance Day – how you can help

Tuesday, 3 June, 2025 News Reporter 0

Southend’s iconic pier is set to bloom with thousands of handcrafted poppies this November, as part of a powerful community tribute marking Remembrance Day. From […]

Why locals are raving about this Italian & seafood spot on Southend seafront

Friday, 23 May, 2025 News Editor 0

If you’ve ever strolled along Southend’s seafront and missed Sunset Bar & Restaurant, you’re not alone – but once you find it, you won’t forget […]

Video: Army detonates wartime bomb ‘picked up’ by a visitor to Southend beach

Wednesday, 14 May, 2025 News Editor 0

A wartime bomb was detonated in a controlled explosion after it was picked up by a visitor on a restricted MOD beach in Southend. The […]

Southend Shakedown set to return annually after roaring comeback on Easter Monday

Thursday, 24 April, 2025 News Editor 0

Southend’s iconic Shakedown biker rally made a triumphant return on Easter Monday 2025 – Southend City Council are now turning their attention to making the […]

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