Canvey Island28 Apr 2025WW2 shell found by detectorist is detonatedThe coastguard team struggled to find the shell because of high tide and fog.28 Apr 2025Essex15 Apr 2025Stenching agent leak causes smell on islandGas firm Calor says "concern and disruption" caused to residents is regrettable.15 Apr 2025Essex9 Apr 2025Seafront funfair to expand into derelict neighbourLeisure Island, on Canvey Island, has been bought by the owners of the nearby Fantasy Island complex.9 Apr 2025Essex4 Mar 2025Three Essex towns promised High Streets cashThe government says the towns could use the money on setting up community grocers.4 Mar 2025Essex25 Feb 2025New CCTV cameras on their way to Essex boroughMore than 130 cameras in Castle Point are being funded by the police, fire and crime commissioner.25 Feb 2025Essex17 Feb 2025Seafront amusement park closes after 20 yearsLeisure Island's owners say all rides and attractions have now been removed from the site.17 Feb 2025Essex6 Jan 2025Man arrested after 'dog poisonings' at parkSeveral dogs fall "seriously unwell" after consuming food believed to be laced with rat poison.6 Jan 2025Essex20 Dec 2024Dentists to be available in care homes after trialThe pilot finds that residents, particularly with dementia, have not received dental care for years.20 Dec 2024Essex5 Dec 2024Journalists race by bus to highlight travel timesMid-morning presenter Ben Fryer is late for his show after spending almost three hours in transit.5 Dec 2024Essex...
