An Evening With The Hairy Bikers

Concern's over Southend Nightclub drink spiking
Nightclub, Moo Moo's in Southend, have defended their saftey record despite Essex Police confirming that between November 2018 - January 2018 five official reports of drinks being spiked was logged at the venue, with an alledged additional two incidents taking place last weekend.

Grant scheme helps promote sustainable travel
A new grant scheme has been launched to help out those running projects that promote sustainable travel. 

Have your say on future development of Southend
Residents, businesses and community groups are invited to shape the development of the borough over the next 20 years.

Work underway on greening gateway to Southend
New planters, lighting columns and benches are being installed at the town-centre end of London Road as part of a project to improve access and create a more attractive gateway to the town. 

Celebrate Southend’s subcultures at a series of exclusive events
The Beecroft Art Gallery is holding a series of events to celebrate the diversity of subcultures in Southend, from teddy boys to mods, skinheads, punks, goths and everything in between and beyond.

Man who kissed boy in Southend McDonald's is jailed
A man who sexually assaulted an 11 year old boy in McDonalds, Southend High Street back in August 2018 has been jailed. 

Latest independent Leigh Broadway shop set to close
One of Leigh's longest standing independent stores is set to close it's doors after 35 years of trading. 

Council increases short-stay parking in Southend
Two mini short-stay carparks are to be trialled on Southend High Street, with short-term parking spaces at another major central car park also increasing.

Preferred bidder announced for Better Queensway scheme
Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s cabinet are set to approve the selection of Swan Housing Association as its preferred bidder for the major transformation of the Queensway area in central Southend.

Coach trip exhibition to boost tourism
Members of the Visit Southend team based at the pier attended a major coach operator exhibition in London to promote Southend-on-Sea as a coach and group location for tourists.