SUEZ UK have announced the launch of their new SUEZ Southend Community Fund, a dedicated initiative to empower local groups and organisations to make a meaningful impact across the city.
Southend-on-Sea City Council is aiming to revitalise the development and use of empty commercial properties across Southend, Castle Point, and Rochford by providing interest-free loans of up to £250,000 for a maximum term of 36 months
West End favourite, TV star and Essex lad Lee Mead will take centre stage as the legendary P.T. Barnum when it opens at the Cliffs Pavilion on Tuesday 20th June.
Flights are on sale now, with the new service set to commence on 25th October 2026 and operate twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays.
Southend-on-Sea City Council has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining accessible, high-quality library services across the city, as Cabinet agreed next steps for Southchurch Library at its meeting on 15th June
Officers were called at around 12.30am on Saturday 13th June to Chalkwell Park, where a group had reportedly taken control of a small loading vehicle without permission.
During Children’s Hospice Week (15–21 June 2026), Havens Hospices is adding its voice to a national call for fairer, more sustainable funding for children’s hospice care
The owners of a popular waterside café in Old Leigh are celebrating after receiving planning permission to continue serving customers.
Set in the beautiful surroundings of Leigh Library Gardens, this special one‑off show sees The Long Run joined by friends and collaborators
To celebrate three decades of touring success, the band's acclaimed production will be expanded with a stunning string section from the Royal College of Music, alongside the much-loved Cream Horns brass section, bringing an even richer dimension to the timeless music of the Eagles.
The Southend Pass remains great value at just £12.50 per month or £125 per year. It offers up to 3 hours of parking per day in each of Southend’s four zones, that’s potentially 12 hours daily, plus extra evening benefits between 6-9pm in zone 1a and University Square
Leigh-on-sea's first Farmers Market for many years proved to be a roaring success, attracting strong support from residents and visitors alike and marking a welcome return of local produce and independent traders to the community.
Southend-on-Sea’s first-ever natural flood management scheme has been installed in Belfairs Woods, helping to better protect local homes, roads and businesses from flooding.
The local community are invited to celebrate the opening on 11th July 2026, with complimentary ice creams, coffees, free kids play vouchers, a chance to win star prizes, and more
The chemistry between Rob and Tom is clearly there. Pacing and timing were immaculate in places, particularly in an early scene where both play astronauts trying to outdo each other with reasons that they must make the ultimate sacrifice.
The inaugural Southend Business Show on 17th September showcasing the breadth, diversity and strength of Southend’s business base.
HM Coastguard Southend has issued an urgent safety warning after one of its busiest periods in recent years, with officers responding to dozens of incidents during the ongoing heatwave and half-term holidays.
Local rail operator c2c Railway will be providing free train travel for those taking part in this year’s Southend Half Marathon on Sunday 14 June 2026.
A great night out and I would recommend it to all age groups whether you know nothing, a little or a lot about Johnny and June.
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