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.
Residents in Leigh-on-Sea are invited to attend a free Financial Surgery later this month, offering practical, friendly guidance on tax and personal finance matters in an informal setting.
A Joint Administration will continue to lead Southend-on-Sea City Council after being voted in at Full Council (Monday 18th May 2026).
The much-loved motoring event Classic Cars on the Beach is set to return to Southend’s City Beach, bringing heritage, horsepower and nostalgia back to the seafront for 2026.
There’s a fairytale of talent stomping onto our stage at the Palace Theatre this August as the Summer Youth Project production of Shrek the Musical splashes into Southend.
Councillor Tony Cox was formally elected as the 105th Mayor of Southend on the 14th May at the Annual Meeting of the Council, taking over the role from Cllr Nigel Folkard.
Since 2016, Metal Southend’s acclaimed creative wellbeing programme, Connect & Create, has supported over 2000 people, including people living with dementia, survivors of trauma, and those experiencing mental health challenges, through inclusive arts-based activity grounded in therapeutic practice, that nurture healing, confidence and joy.
Pupils at West Leigh Junior School are taking a stand on road safety with the launch of a new Parking Patrol initiative aimed at improving parking behaviour outside the school gates.
Following the success of the partnership established in 2025, Southend Theatres and Veritas Live Entertainment are pleased to announce that 2026 festive season of parties in the Maritime will again be brought to the Cliffs Pavilion by Veritas.
Flights are on sale now, with the new service set to commence on 25th October 2026 and operate three times a week on Mondays, Fridays and Sundays.
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