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June is ideal for planting tender vegetables and caring for houseplants as temperatures rise. Keep an eye out for pests, feed regularly, manage pond plants, and protect wildlife. Organic tips help safeguard your crops naturally.

Gold Geese is celebrating eight years of supporting families across Essex affected by childhood cancer. Founded by Katie Southgate following her daughter’s diagnosis, the charity has helped around 150 local families through practical and emotional support, awareness campaigns and community fundraising.

A new school-based eye care service launching across Essex will help children with learning disabilities and autism access specialist sight tests and vision support within familiar school environments.

easyJet has launched its Big Seat Release for Spring 2027, with over 27 million seats now on sale including flights from London Southend Airport across the Easter holiday period.

NHS Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB) will hold its next board meeting on Thursday 23 April 2026, with members of the public invited to attend or watch the live stream.

Southend-on-Sea is gearing up for a busy Easter weekend, packed with family-friendly activities, new attractions and easy travel options to help visitors make the most of the holiday.

Music in the Park returns to Priory Park from Saturday 11 April to 27 September, bringing free live music performances to the Bandstand across weekends and bank holidays.

NHS Essex Integrated Care Board has officially launched, bringing together NHS planning and commissioning across the county with a focus on prevention, community-based care, reducing inequalities and improving health outcomes.

A round-up of 12 egg-cellent Easter holiday activities taking place across Southend, from family theatre and breakfast events to outdoor adventures, markets, space sessions and creative fun.

Southend-on-Sea has officially landed its own MONOPOLY board, featuring more than 30 local landmarks and organisations, with Southend Pier and Southend United taking the top dark blue spots.