South Benfleet6 days agoCycle and skateboard pump tracks upgrade beginsThe two tracks at the former 2012 London Olympics mountain biking site are being improved.6 days ago13 Oct 2026Essex's 'heartbeat' road needs funding, say firmsThe government is no longer promising to pay for improvements on the A127 dual carriageway.13 Oct 202630 Sept 2026Founder aims to grow anti-loneliness pub projectDean Perryman is working towards having Empty Chairs events in every constituency by 21 November.30 Sept 20263 Aug 2026A13 to reopen as roadworks completed days earlyA junction on a major Essex road is due to reopen on Tuesday - well ahead of schedule. 3 Aug 202625 Jul 2026Inside the 'weird' world of a stink pipe superfanSeeking out relics of Victorian sewer systems is one woman's unusual pastime.25 Jul 202624 Jul 2026Driver filmed himself before hitting council staffTwo of the council workers on ride-on lawnmowers suffered serious injuries, police say.24 Jul 202618 Jul 2026Armed would-be burglars pose as Deliveroo driversTwo suspects say they have a delivery to make before trying to force their way into an Essex home.18 Jul 202618 Jul 2026Influencers spend 12 days on Moana-themed gardenLittle Haven's Hospice in Benfleet supports young people with complex or incurable conditions.18 Jul 202616 Jul 2026Three Lions came home for pubs, says landladyRuby Andrews says England's footballers have given business a boon.16 Jul 2026...
