Southend-on-Sea2 hrs agoWatch: World War Two explosive detonated on beachThe device, 6in (28cm) in diameter, is destroyed by an Army explosive ordnance disposal team.2 hrs ago23 hrs agoOfficer saves drowning man in 'pure chance' rescueThe officer says he feared the young man was dead, and urges people to take water safety seriously.23 hrs ago2 days agoEx-lifeboat gets stuck on mudflatsSix coastguard officers carefully walk across the mud at low tide.2 days ago3 days agoLandmarks to shine light on suicide preventionColchester Castle, the Hollywood-style Basildon sign and a beach will all be lit up for a campaign.3 days ago4 days agoRough sleeper numbers unacceptable, says charityMore than 50 people sometimes sleep rough in Southend, the group says.4 days ago4 days agoMan guilty after dogs found in poor conditionsTerence Snooks is 63 and is due to be sentenced at Basildon Magistrates' Court at a later date.4 days ago6 days agoYoung boxers hope new club can help more teensThe youth club and boxing facility will be rebuilt with £2m of government funding.6 days ago7 days agoLamborghini driven at twice the limit is seizedPolice are told it was being driven at about 80mph in a 30mph zone.7 days ago1 Sept 2026Boys club demolition to begin ahead of £2m rebuildThe Lifstan Boys Club has been described as "a community beacon" by the minister for sport.1 Sept 2026...
