Leigh on Sea News

Review: Armageddon Outta Here by David Jervis-Green

The chemistry between Rob and Tom is clearly there. Pacing and timing were immaculate in places, particularly in an early scene where both play astronauts trying to outdo each other with reasons that they must make the ultimate sacrifice.

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Southend Business Show 2026 coming this September

The inaugural Southend Business Show on 17th September showcasing the breadth, diversity and strength of Southend’s business base.

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Tombstoning Incident Prompts Fresh Coastguard Safety Appeal

HM Coastguard Southend has issued an urgent safety warning after one of its busiest periods in recent years, with officers responding to dozens of incidents during the ongoing heatwave and half-term holidays.

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c2c provides free travel for Southend Half Marathon runners

Local rail operator c2c Railway will be providing free train travel for those taking part in this year’s Southend Half Marathon on Sunday 14 June 2026.

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Review of The Ballad of Johnny and June By Lynn Carroll

A great night out and I would recommend it to all age groups whether you know nothing, a little or a lot about Johnny and June.

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Local Financial Experts Host Free Community Financial Surgery in Leigh-on-Sea

Residents in Leigh-on-Sea are invited to attend a free Financial Surgery later this month, offering practical, friendly guidance on tax and personal finance matters in an informal setting.

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New appointments to Southend’s Joint Administration for 2026/27

A Joint Administration will continue to lead Southend-on-Sea City Council after being voted in at Full Council (Monday 18th May 2026).

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Classic Cars drive back to the seafront this summer

The much-loved motoring event Classic Cars on the Beach is set to return to Southend’s City Beach, bringing heritage, horsepower and nostalgia back to the seafront for 2026.

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Head down to the swamp this summer, at the Palace Theatre!

There’s a fairytale of talent stomping onto our stage at the Palace Theatre this August as the Summer Youth Project production of Shrek the Musical splashes into Southend.

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Councillor Tony Cox elected as Southend’s 105th Mayor

Councillor Tony Cox was formally elected as the 105th Mayor of Southend on the 14th May at the Annual Meeting of the Council, taking over the role from Cllr Nigel Folkard.

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Metal Southend’s Creative Wellbeing Project Connect & Create Celebrates 10 Years of Supporting Improved Mental Health in Southend

Since 2016, Metal Southend’s acclaimed creative wellbeing programme, Connect & Create, has supported over 2000 people, including people living with dementia, survivors of trauma, and those experiencing mental health challenges, through inclusive arts-based activity grounded in therapeutic practice, that nurture healing, confidence and joy.

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West Leigh School Children Stand Up to Parking Problems

Pupils at West Leigh Junior School are taking a stand on road safety with the launch of a new Parking Patrol initiative aimed at improving parking behaviour outside the school gates.

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Leigh Election Results 2026

The results from yesterday's election are now in.

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New Properties from Bear this May

New Listings in and around Leigh this May.

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Christmas Partnership Continues at the Cliffs Pavilion

Following the success of the partnership established in 2025, Southend Theatres and Veritas Live Entertainment are pleased to announce that 2026 festive season of parties in the Maritime will again be brought to the Cliffs Pavilion by Veritas.

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easyJet announces new flights from Southend Airport to Belfast City

Flights are on sale now, with the new service set to commence on 25th October 2026 and operate three times a week on Mondays, Fridays and Sundays.

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Council reminds residents of accessible voting support available ahead of next week’s local elections

With polling day fast approaching, residents in Southend-on-Sea are being reminded of the arrangements in place for the local elections taking place on Thursday 7 May 2026.

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Interview with Darren Ryan Local Author of Lifeline

This week we speak with local author Darren Ryan about his brand new book "Lifeline". A life-changing event led Darren Ryan to join the police. Fifteen years later, another life-changing moment forced him to leave the service after developing PTSD.

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Old Leigh-on-sea Artists Market This May Bank Holiday Monday

Old leigh-on-sea Artists’ Market returns to Strand Wharf on Bank Holiday Monday, May 4th, for its 12th edition, once again showcasing the very best of local creative talent.

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SHANE RICHIE AND FAYE TOZER TO STAR IN CLIFFS PAVILION PANTOMIME SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS

Southend Theatres and pantomime producer Crossroads Pantomimes have announced that television, recording, musical theatre and pantomime star Shane Richie and Steps singer and musical theatre star Faye Tozer will headline this year’s Cliffs Pavilion pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs from Saturday 12 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027.

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