Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Southend Council over the last week, featuring a variety of proposals ...

An investigation is underway and a dispersal order remains in place around Southend's city centre following a violent fight ...

An Essex home care provider is aiming to create up to 50 new jobs in the coming years after receiving regulatory approval having secured its Care Quality Commission registration.

Ben Sharratt, 34, of Archer Avenue in Southend, pleaded guilty to theft of a motor vehicle and was sentenced to 35 weeks in prison for his role in the crimes. This comes after they raided properties ...

FROM a banned driver jailed to fines for speeding, these 12 motorists in south Essex have been sentenced by magistrates in recent weeks ...

Excitement is growing ahead of the return of an iconic and much-loved event to Southend seafront on Easter Monday.

New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to two of Southend’s restaurants, cafes or canteens, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows.

Every branch line in Essex, supported by the CRP, now features unique signage that reflects their individual identities.

Robinson, a Labour councillor, added: "This is a strong reminder that we will take firm regulatory action against those selling illegal tobacco and vapes in Southend." Follow Essex news on BBC ...

Southend Hospital whistleblowers have called for an investigation into falling morale and “mismanagement” which they say ...

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Essex has appointed its 845th High Sheriff, with Julie Fosh stepping into the role for a second time. Julie Fosh, who lives in North Fambridge on the Dengie Peninsula, was officially appointed at a ...