MP joins fight to protect farmland next to south Essex country park from housing
If plans progress, the land, sitting on the edge of Hadleigh and Leigh, could become hundreds of homes, sparking major concerns from residents.
Teen girl taken to hospital after hit and run on south Essex zebra crossing
The car struck her daughter’s legs as she was reaching the pavement, and to their shock, the car did not stop.
Southend crook jailed for 11 years after stealing £1.1milliion in burglary spree
He had a specific checklist for the homes he targeted, and would use "pins" for locations of houses that he had already burgled.
South Essex McDonalds reopens today after 'new technology' added in revamp
The renovation promises a faster, more efficient experience for customers and a more comfortable work environment for staff.
'I am so proud' - Southend's Music Man Project receives honour from the King
This is the highest accolade a local voluntary group can receive in the UK and is equivalent to an MBE.
Bosses provide update as swimming pool closed for 'emergency work' in Leigh
Belfairs Swim Centre, in Fairview Gardens, Leigh, suddenly closed the main pool for “emergency repairs” at the end of October.
Couple who welcomed baby girl in Leigh GP surgery car park return to thank staff
Heroic staff at Highlands Surgery, on London Road, Leigh, leapt into action to help safely deliver a baby girl.
REVEALED: Opening date for new restaurant coming to Basildon's Festival Leisure
The exciting news comes ahead of construction work beginning next year on a new Wendy’s drive through alongside a Costa drive through.
Southend United launch campaign to support Havens hospices this Christmas
In December, head coach Kevin Maher and his squad will visit to bring festive cheer and deliver gifts to patients.
Dealer jailed after crafting ecstasy pills from grandmother's shed in south Essex
A search of the garden shed uncovered ecstasy pill manufacturing equipment.
