With Beer Day just around the corner, we asked Echo readers to share their favourite local spots to enjoy a pint — and they certainly delivered ...

A NEW Greggs store is opening its doors in Basildon town centre today after one of its four branches in town was demolished ...

A stunning home with a private cinema room and swimming pool in south Essex is on the market for £1.75 million. Spread over three floors and boasting more than 5000 sqft, this luxurious home in Burges ...

AFTER a double relegation and years of deep financial problems which pushed Southend United to the brink of liquidation, the Shrimpers are back ...