South Benfleet18 hrs agoDriver filmed himself before hitting council staffTwo of the council workers on ride-on lawnmowers suffered serious injuries, police say.18 hrs ago6 days agoArmed 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.6 days ago7 days agoInfluencers spend 12 days on Moana-themed gardenLittle Haven's Hospice in Benfleet supports young people with complex or incurable conditions.7 days ago16 Jul 2026Three Lions came home for pubs, says landladyRuby Andrews says England's footballers have given business a boon.16 Jul 202615 Jul 2026Pub stays open for England match despite car crashThe local Conservative MP says "amazingly" the pub remained open on Tuesday and again on Wednesday.15 Jul 20268 Jul 2026GP surgery to reopen 10 months after closureThe Hollies, which shut on 31 October, will reopen as the Rectory Road Surgery in August.8 Jul 202612 Jun 2026Lionesses star named in King's Birthday HonoursEngland footballer Michelle Agyemang has been made an MBE by King Charles III.12 Jun 202610 Jun 2026Charity says 19-year-old cat is oldest in its careLouly has grown more charming with age, her foster carer in Essex says.10 Jun 202627 May 2026Pub fears losing £100k in row over England gamesThe Bread & Cheese pub has been told it cannot remain open late for midweek World Cup matches.27 May 2026...
