Leigh on Sea News

The power of stories

Last week, Jo and I were invited to perform at True Stories Live at Norwich Arts Centre, a night of (yes you've guessed it) true storytelling. 

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Legal Eagle Q & A: How will someone access my digital assets after I pass?

Question? How do I make sure that any digital assets and online accounts are dealt with when I die? Who will know the passwords?

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Recipe of the week : Classic Sticky Buns

Thursday 21st is National Sticky Bun Day, so we thought we would bring you the receipe for those little delicious treats ahead of the weekend!

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Concern's over Southend Nightclub drink spiking

Nightclub, Moo Moo's in Southend, have defended their saftey record despite Essex Police confirming that between November 2018 - January 2018 five official reports of drinks being spiked was logged at the venue, with an alledged additional two incidents taking place last weekend.

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Your chance to join charity Ascot event

Every year Little Havens Hospice hosts the exclusive event, traditionally a Ladies Day event – raising vital funds for the hospice. However, last year the charity that cares for children from across Essex with life-limiting illnes added a second date that is open to all. 

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The Cheese Crawl

Apparently there is name for all you cheese lovers....and you're going to love what's now being served up in London!

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Competition: Win a pair of tickets to see The Sensational 60's Experience

Win a pair of tickets to see this incredible show this Saturday at The Cliffs Pavilion 

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Competition: Win a pair of tickets to see Guitar Heroes

If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this competition 

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Grant scheme helps promote sustainable travel

A new grant scheme has been launched to help out those running projects that promote sustainable travel. 

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An Evening With The Hairy Bikers

National Treasures Si King and Dave Myers, aka The Hairy Bikers have announced a huge nationwide tour for 2019

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Have your say on future development of Southend

Residents, businesses and community groups are invited to shape the development of the borough over the next 20 years.

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Work underway on greening gateway to Southend

New planters, lighting columns and benches are being installed at the town-centre end of London Road as part of a project to improve access and create a more attractive gateway to the town. 

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The Railway Pub hits target!

A £10,000 fundraiser that was launched just a couple of weeks ago to save The Railway Pub in Southend has reached it's target.

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Calendar Girls

David Pugh & Dafydd Rogers are delighted to announce the new cast for the UK & Ireland Tour of Gary Barlow and Tim Firth’s musical comedy, CALENDAR GIRLS The Musical, based on the true story, the film and the award-winning play by Tim Firth.

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Celebrate Southend’s subcultures at a series of exclusive events

The Beecroft Art Gallery is holding a series of events to celebrate the diversity of subcultures in Southend, from teddy boys to mods, skinheads, punks, goths and everything in between and beyond.

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Essex & London Hair & Makeup Academy set to open!

A team of internationals are coming to Essex....

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Sing when your winning!

What a few weeks we have had at Affinity mortgages….. it’s been so exciting!

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Cyclists needed for European challenge for hospice

A local children’s hospice is looking for those with pedal power to join them for their bespoke cycling challenge this September.

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Hospice Buildings ‘For Sale’

A local charity has put its iconic building up for sale as it prepares to move to new premises.

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The power of walking

We're lucky, Leigh-on-Sea-ers, in that we can walk to the beach, Two Tree Island, along the pier, in Belfairs Woods or the various parks. Walking is easy here, and there's always loads to look at. But going further afield also brings great walking joy. 

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