Residents urged to register for Southend-on-Sea elections in May
Residents are being urged to get ready for the local elections on Thursday 7 May - by registering to vote by midnight on Monday 20 April.
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Southend Halloween Parade returns for the sixth year
Southend's much‑loved Halloween Parade will return in 2026 for its sixth year, and for the first time ever it will take place on Halloween night itself - Saturday 31 October.
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Southend-on-Sea City Council prosecutes two men for Blue Badge fraud
Southend-on-Sea City Council has successfully prosecuted two men for the unlawful use of Blue Badges, reinforcing its commitment to protecting disabled parking spaces and tackling fraud.
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AI speed camera aims to reduce road safety accidents on busy Southend dual carriageway near school
Southend-on-Sea City Council is supporting the installation of a new AI‑enabled speed camera on as part of a wider Essex‑wide road safety trial.
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Toxic illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes seized by Southend-on-Sea City Council and Essex Police
In a joint operation, officers visited several shops in central Southend, seizing illegal items valued at nearly £25,000.
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Southend City Jam to return for fifth year as artist applications open
Southend City Jam will return from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 August 2026.
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Now open! Explore close to 500,000 incredible objects from South Essex at the Southend Museums Collections Centre
The new Southend Museums Collections Centre (SMCC) officially opened to the public this month, offering visitors the rare chance to go behind the scenes with incredible pieces of local heritage.
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Easter in Southend: fun family activities and easy ways to get around
Southend‑on‑Sea is preparing for a busy Easter bank holiday weekend, with families and visitors set to enjoy the city's beaches, attractions and outdoor spaces.
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Carers First wins Council contract to keep vital support services running in Southend
Carers First have secured a contract by Southend-on-Sea City Council to continue to provide help and support for carers and young carers in the area.
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Get ready to groove: Music in the Park returns to Priory Park for a spring spectacular
The Bandstand in Priory Park will once again be alive with the sound of music from mid-April through to the end of September, as the much-loved Music in the Park series returns for Summer 2026.
