A leading local businessman is accusing Southend Council of "ruining" his Easter revenue after claiming building contractors accidently cut off vital supplies four times in three weeks.
Stockvale Group Chief Executive Philip Miller operates Adventure Island, Sea-Life Adventure Aquarium, the Three Shells Beach Cafe and the recently opened Fish and Chip Emporium – all on the ‘Golden Mile.

Nominations have opened for this year's 'Citizen of Southend' awards. It's time to recognise those unsung heroes who perform selfless acts of kindness or make an outstanding contribution to the community.
The awards cover two categories - Adult and Youth (under 19) – with nominations coming from members of the public.

The new look Sea-Life Adventure, on Southend seafront, re-opens on Saturday (13 Feb), following a £1 million re-development.
Extensive work to improve the popular visitor attraction has been carried out, both inside and outside the building, during the two month refurbishment.
A major part of the redevelopment has been the creation of a Tropical Shark Tank.

Stacey Solomon - who came third in last year's X-Factor - has enjoyed a day out at Southend's Adventure Island.
The 20 year old from Dagenham has just finished the X Factor Live Tour, and visited the seafront fun park with her son Zachary on Monday afternoon (19 April).
Adventure Island's Head of PR & Marketing Gemma Warrilow told longpier.