Leigh on Sea News

Our 10 minutes with local business owner Jayne Clark-Denyer Owner and Founder of Organically Epic

This week we spent some time with local business owner and entrepreneur Jayne Clark-Denyer Owner and Founder of Organically Epic. Read Jayne's journey creating her wonderful organic business.

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Glow for Havens 2025 - Light Up the Night for Local Hospice Care

Join Havens Hospices for its ‘Glow for Havens’ fundraiser, taking place on Saturday 20th September from 4.45pm, starting the walking routes at dusk and finishing at Little Havens in Daws Heath Road, Thundersley.

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Council reminds drivers to watch out for any parking payment scams

Southend-on-Sea City Council is urging drivers to stay alert when paying for parking, following recent scams involving tampered payment machines and another involving fake text messages.

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Leigh-on-sea Art Trail kicks off with free St Clement's Church Concert

An exciting collaboration between artists, acoustic music acts and a choir of 30 voices will launch this year’s Leigh-on-sea Art Trail on Thursday July 3rd , whetting the appetite for another week-long showcase of the town’s creative talent.

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Highlands Estate Bus Service Reinstated in Leigh-on-sea

The council confirmed that an agreement has been reached with Stephensons to extend their existing 17 bus service from Leigh directly into the Highlands Estate. The route will now extend up to the old terminus at Woodlands Park.

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Southend-on-Sea to Get Its Own Official Monopoly Board!

Get ready to pass go and collect £200, Southend-on-Sea! It's officially been announced that the popular seaside town will be getting its very own bespoke Monopoly board.

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What if one hour a week could make a difference to people's lives in Leigh-on-sea?

If you’ve got little ones aged 0-4 and are looking for something truly heart-warming to do with them in Leigh-on-Sea, here’s your invitation to join Songs & Smiles at Hallmark Admiral Court Luxury Care Home.

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‘Five council’ proposal launches public consultation

Residents, businesses and local organisations are being asked to share their views on the future of councils in Essex with Southend, Rochford and Castle Point joining together to make one Council.

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Zoë's Design Secrets: Create Your Beautiful, Healthy Bathroom Oasis

Hello, I am Zoë, interior designer and owner of interior design studio Beautiful Healthy Home based in Leigh-on-sea. I love to offer solutions to design challenges. Every element of my work reflects a dedication to combining style, functionality, and a healthier environment for you and your family

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Teen Artist's Penguin Design to Waddle into Southend Trail for Havens Hospices

Southend-on-Sea is set to welcome a new resident to its popular art trails, as 16-year-old Niamh Connolly Joyce's unique penguin design, inspired by a musical legend, takes its place among the "Waddle on Seas" baby penguins.

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easyJet adds two new winter routes and package holidays from London Southend

The new connections to Berlin and Grenoble will provide direct access to some of Europe's top ski resorts and Christmas markets over the Winter.

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REVIEW OF JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT BY LYNN CARROLL

The extremely talented cast brought the show to life with zest and energy last night at the Cliffs Pavilion. Great show, great evening a must see.

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Leigh-on-sea World Champions join Waddle-on-Sea to support hospice care

A dance school based in Leigh-on-Sea, who were crowned World Champions at the Dance World Cup in 2024, have joined local schools by adopting a baby penguin sculpture as part of Waddle-on-Sea.

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New investment for City's Leisure Centres as new contract announced

The new partnership covers the operation of three leisure centres - Belfairs Swim Centre Leigh-on-sea, Shoeburyness Leisure Centre, and Southend Leisure & Tennis Centre.

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Leigh-on-Sea Businesses Take on 24-Hour 'Southendurance' Challenge for Neonatal Charity

Team members from Leigh-based firms THS Concepts, Sculpt 3D, and Rocket Growth are preparing to undertake a gruelling endurance challenge in support of the Ickle Pickles charity, which provides vital equipment for neonatal units across the UK.

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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to….The Palace Theatre This Summer

There’ll be a tornado of local Leigh-on-sea talent whirling across the stage at the Palace Theatre this summer as the Summer Youth Project production of The Wizard Of Oz flies into Southend.

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Rock ’n’ Roll Pioneer Wilko Johnson honoured with c2c train

Local rail operator Trenitalia c2c is proud to have honoured rock 'n' roll icon, Essex native and co-founder of the legendary band Dr. Feelgood, Wilko Johnson, with a specially commissioned train nameplate at a ceremony at Southend Central station.

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Seaside Half Marathon Raises over £160,000 for Local Hospice Care

Runners travelled across the county and country for the Havens Hospices Southend Half Marathon – sponsored by Utilize PLC – which took place on Sunday 8th June. The race started and finished in Shoeburyness, taking in views of the famous coastline.

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Council reports improved financial position and continuing challenges

Southend-on-Sea City Council has published its Provisional Revenue and Capital Outturn Report for 2024/25

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PRINCE AVENUE ACADEMY PUPILS SUPPORT THE LOCAL HAVEN COMMUNITY HUB

Pupils from Prince Avenue Academy were pleased to entertain members of the local community who gathered at the Havens Hub in Hamlet Court Road.

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