At least 14 people were killed after a quarry collapsed the previous day in Indonesia’s West Java province, officials said on Saturday.

Aggie Beever-Jones plundered a hat-trick as England Women set up a winner-takes-all Nations League clash with World Cup winners Spain with a 6-0 demolition of Portugal. Liverpool have made an improved ...

China has a stated goal of having its military have the capability to take Taiwan by force if necessary by 2027.

A British Sign Language (BSL) school based in Southend is celebrating a major milestone. Sign Away BSL, based in Southend, has taught more than 300 learners since launching and is now set to expand ...

A second new state-of-the-art radiotherapy machine is set to be introduced at Southend Hospital in a bid to provide faster cancer treatment. The new linear accelerator (LINAC) machine is set to be ...

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 number of adorable pooches at the Dogs Trust site in Basildon are looking for their new home, can you help any of them out?

Shoppers in Basildon's Eastgate shopping centre are eagerly anticipating the arrival of a huge new indoor activity centre on the upper floor.

Got a boring weekend lined up? Well here's a look at five free activities that will ensure fun for the whole family this weekend in Southend.

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

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 ...