As we welcome 2025, let’s embrace the positivity that defines our city. Stuart Branch, a local resident, shares an inspiring article this month, reminding us why Southend is such a fantastic place to live. Let’s make this year one of optimism and progress.

Good news, Southend Police have launched a mobile unit on Southend High Street, offering reassurance on Friday and Saturday nights. This initiative reflects years of community requests for a safer town centre with more police presence.

Cllr. Tony Cox, the new leader of the Reform Party, addresses the ongoing parking challenges affecting residents and businesses. His updates highlight the pressing need for solutions to ease these burdens.

Finally, Southend’s crime rates have dropped significantly in the past 12 months, a testament to collective efforts for a better city.

This month’s competition, is from One Clinic Leigh which is offering a fantastic prize: a £375 voucher for free teeth whitening, redeemable from February to April 2025. To learn more about One Clinic Leigh and all their services, please visit: oneclinicleigh.co.uk Enter by 31 January for your chance to win!

To enter the Oracle/One Clinic Leigh competition, please click here, good luck!

Wishing you all a Happy and Healthy New Year!

Emma Wynne-Morgan