Lancaster School in Westcliff is gearing up to build new classrooms for SEN students, with work starting soon to meet growing needs Lancaster School Westcliff Set to Begin Construction on New Classrooms Lancaster: The Lancaster School in Prittlewell Chase is making some exciting changes. They’re planning to build three new classrooms specifically for SEN students.…
Southend Council is grappling with a £1 million overspend on homelessness, despite increased funding to tackle the issue Southend Council Faces £1 Million Overspend on Homelessness Services Southend: The council is in a bit of a pickle with a £1 million overspend on homelessness services. They’ve got some extra funding, but it’s just not enough…
Southend Airport is launching new flights, including daily routes to Newquay, as it partners with Eastern Airways and easyJet expands its offerings Southend Airport Expands Routes with New Flights to Newquay and More Southend: So, guess what? Southend Airport is really stepping up its game! They’re opening a new base with easyJet and teaming up…
A Southend drug dealer has been sentenced to seven years for supplying heroin and crack cocaine, highlighting the serious consequences of drug trafficking. Southend Heroin and Crack Dealer Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison Southend: Enoch Odubanjo, just 26, got hit with a seven-year sentence at Basildon Crown Court last Tuesday. He was caught red-handed…
Ben’s love for scooters has turned into a charity mission, raising funds for children with cancer through fun ride-out events in Essex Southend Scooter Enthusiast Raises Thousands for Local Charity Events Southend: Ben, 33, has been into scooters for as long as he can remember. His uncle Dean got him hooked on riding, and it’s…
The investigation into an XL Bully attack on a dog in Southend has been closed due to insufficient evidence, leaving the victim’s owner frustrated. Essex Police Close Investigation into XL Bully Attack in Southend Southend: Last August, Nicola Cavaliere’s dog, Rosie, was attacked by an XL Bully in Jones Memorial Park. Rosie, a Spanish Mastiff,…
Next month, Lovelle Treadwell’s family awaits a crucial review of her care plan at Southend Hospital, hoping for continued support and safety. Lovelle Treadwell’s Southend Hospital Review Scheduled for Next Month Southend: Lovelle Treadwell, a five-year-old with cerebral palsy, spent a long time in the hospital. She was there from September 2022 to May 2024,…
Southend Council is putting £75,000 into Belfairs Park to fix neglected areas and improve safety for visitors and wildlife Belfairs Park Receives £75k Investment to Address Long-Standing Issues Southend: The council is stepping up with a £75,000 investment in Belfairs Park. This money is aimed at tackling a bunch of minor jobs that have been…
The closure of Clinton Cards has left many Southend shoppers feeling nostalgic and concerned about the future of the High Street Clinton Cards Closure on Southend High Street Leaves Shoppers Heartbroken Southend: The closure of Clinton Cards is a real bummer for the community. This shop had been a staple on the High Street for…
Exciting news for commuters! c2c stations in South Essex will introduce contactless ticketing, making travel easier and more convenient. c2c South Essex Stations Set for Contactless Ticketing Starting February Southend: Big changes are coming to c2c stations in South Essex! Starting February 2, you’ll be able to use contactless ticketing. This means you can just…
Exciting news for Pitsea as a new diagnostic centre is on track to open this summer, easing pressure on local hospitals. Southend Diagnostic Centre Set to Open This Summer Pitsea: Last week, bulldozers started tearing down old structures to make way for a new community diagnostic centre. NHS officials are excited and confirmed that the…
The sudden closure of Twenty One Southend has left locals heartbroken and questioning the future of community venues Twenty One Southend Closes Suddenly, Leaving Community in Shock Southend: The owners of Twenty One, located in Pier Approach, made a surprising announcement on social media. They shared that the café would be closing down, expressing gratitude…
Magistrates in South Essex have sentenced 16 individuals for various offenses, including drink-driving and speeding. 16 People Sentenced by Magistrates in South Essex Courts Leatherhead: A drink-driver named Victoria Collard, 45, has been banned from driving for 20 months after being caught with a blood alcohol level well above the legal limit. She was stopped…
Essex Police are stepping up patrols in Southend due to a spike in car thefts Essex Police Increase Patrols in Southend Amid Rising Car Thefts Southend: So, it looks like Essex Police are really ramping up their presence in Southend. They’ve been patrolling areas like Westcliff, Chalkwell, and Leigh because more folks are reporting their…
A bus in Southend caught fire last night, causing a scene but thankfully no injuries Southend Short Street Arriva Bus Catches Fire in Dramatic Incident Southend: Last night, a single-decker Arriva bus went up in flames on Short Street. Luckily, it was out of service and had no passengers on board. The fire broke out…
Plans for 17 flats at the Royal Hotel in Southend will be reviewed by the council next month, promising a boost to the local area. Decision on Southend Royal Hotel Flats Plans Expected Next Month Southend: So, there’s this plan to turn part of the Royal Hotel into flats. David Gutwirth, the director of the…
Plans have been submitted to convert the old Barclays bank and Boni-Vee shop into residential flats in Leigh Broadway Leigh Broadway Empty Barclays Homes Plans Submitted for Approval Leigh: This week, proposals were sent to Southend Council to turn the old Barclays bank on Broadway into three flats. Plus, the former Boni-Vee hardware shop on…
Volunteers at Southend Airport discuss their dedication to maintaining the Vulcan aircraft and the community they’ve built Southend Airport Vulcan Volunteers Share Their Passion for the Project Southend: The Vulcan XL426 has been at Southend Airport since 1986, thanks to the hard work of volunteers from the Vulcan Restoration Trust (VRT). They keep it in…
The Essex Police Commissioner opposes council tax exemptions for special constables, citing fairness to taxpayers and lack of police support. Essex Crime Commissioner Rejects Tax Exemptions for Special Constables Southend: Roger Hirst, the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex, has pushed back against a council motion that would exempt special constables from paying council…
Southend prepares for City Day with a major graffiti clean-up initiative Southend City Day Graffiti Blitz Squads Set to Hit the Streets Southend: The first Southend City Day is coming up on March 1. It’s all about celebrating the city and showing off what makes it special. Before the big day, there’s going to be…
