The cherished scheme will run from today until Friday 12 December 2025. We ask for donations of new, unwrapped gifts, once they are in the 'elves' workshop they will be sorted and wrapped by our dedicated team of volunteers, ensuring that every child receives a special present in time for the holidays.
Local entrepreneur and film maker Natalie Scarsbrook, of Blatella Films, has been awarded a Silver Award at the prestigious Best Businesswomen Awards 2025 in the Best Creative Business category
From 1 November 2025 to 31 January 2026, parking at all Zone 1A locations, along the seafront, will be charged at a discounted rate. That means hourly rates will fall from £3 to £2.30, a 23% saving, with longer stays seeing reductions of 10% to 23%, depending on duration
Southend Pier has been overwhelmed by the extraordinary response to its Poppies on the Pier project, with over 110,000 knitted and crocheted poppies arriving from across the UK and around the world.
Murder at Midnight works as a standalone murder mystery, though that isn’t all it is. It’s a thriller and a farce
From the week of Monday 27 October 2025, most households in the city will move to a new collection system with wheelie bins for recycling and general waste, and alternate weekly collections.
Successful Awareness and Fundraising Event at Roots Hall Highlights Importance of Male Breast Cancer Awareness
Southend Libraries has received national funding to launch an exciting new three-year project, helping families bring books to life at home
Southend-on-Sea City Council is pioneering inclusive public spaces with the UK’s first high street sensory pod in The Victoria Centre.
‘Here and Now’ will appeal enormously to the younger audiences and also to older ones especially those who love the music of Steps.
Southend High Street is set to dazzle once again as Christmas in the City returns on Saturday 15th November 2025 for a full day of festive fun,
On October 1st, Lady McAdden officially opened it’s doors to the McAdden Sanctuary - a relaxing, calm space with offerings including gentle Pilates, reflexology, breathwork, Neuro Linguistic Programmes, coffee mornings and creative art sessions exclusively available to those affected by Breast Cancer.
Southend-on-Sea City Council is taking firm action against parents who attempt to cheat the school admissions system by providing false information, particularly fake addresses, to secure places at popular schools.
The Council has been officially awarded UNICEF UK’s Baby Friendly Gold accreditation, recognising the city’s commitment to giving babies and families the best possible start in life.
A production straight from the West End, boasting a stellar cast, stunning sets, enchanting music, and show-stopping choreography. Every member of the ensemble delivers a first-class performance, showcasing exceptional vocal and dance talent across the board.
Southend High Street is set to dazzle once again as Christmas in the City returns on Saturday 15th November 2025 for a full day of festive fun, culminating in the spectacular Christmas Lights Switch On at 6pm, followed by the fireworks finale on the seafront at 7.30pm.
Running from Friday 24th October - Sunday 2nd November 2025, the festival will spotlight some of the city’s most loved venues, with exclusive offers, special menus, and over £700 in prizes up for grabs!
Lady McAdden Breast Cancer Trust took to the pitch at Parsloes Park in Dagenham last week, raising vital awareness of male breast cancer with more than 1,000 visitors at the Leisure United facilities.
Havens Hospices’ first-ever Glow for Havens event has been hailed a glowing success after hundreds of participants came together on Saturday night to walk, dance, and raise vital funds for local hospice care.
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