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Havens Hospices is calling all talented artists to help transform penguins into ice-quisite masterpieces for their upcoming art trail, Waddle-on-Sea.

A major refurbishment of the 60-year-old Cliffs Pavilion has finally begun and will bring extensive improvements to the largest purpose-built performing arts venue in Essex.

A drug line involved in the sale of almost a kilogram of Class A drugs on the streets of Southend has been dismantled after its sixth and final member was jailed.

Waddle-on-Sea will see over 30 large penguins, along with some small penguins, sponsored by businesses and created by professional artists. Huddles of baby penguins will also accompany the sculptures, which will be adopted and decorated by schools, community groups, and organizations.

People are being asked what they want from the future of our city. he short survey on Your Say Southend has been coordinated by the Southend City Partnership and will run from today …

The highly anticipated Oktoberfest is returning to Southend in 2024 following a sell-out 2023 tour! Tickets are selling fast for Oktoberfest Southend, with 70% of Saturday evening tickets already sold out. This celebration of beer, food, music, and community will take place on the 18th and 19th of October 2024 at Southend’s Priory Park.

Southend Pier is set to become a vibrant hub of creativity as the Southend City Jam Street Art Festival returns from 30 August to 1 September 2024.

An exciting new business opportunity is to be launched at The Victoria Centre this Autumn.

With thousands of pupils across Southend-on-Sea receiving their GCSE results today (Thursday 22 August), the City Council and the cabinet member wish all students good luck and congratulate everyone for their dedication.

Three brand new routes to Reus, Almeria, and Malta have been announced today, with both flights and package holidays available to book.