Leigh on Sea News

Woman raises concern's after Uber ride is hijacked by another firm

A woman has spoke of her concern's after another taxi firm managed to hijack her Uber car she was waiting for.

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Shopping local for Christmas

After all the excitement of Leigh Lights on Friday (well done to Leigh Town Council and all the lovely businesses that opened late and made everything so festive!) I am feeling distinctly Christmassy.

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Peppa Pig’s Adventure

Peppa Pig and friends are back in the brand new live show Peppa Pig’s Adventure!

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Christmas Beauty Gift Ideas at Ella Connor

In line with working with GHD and leigh-on-sea.com, Ella Connor are offering you lovely lot 10% off all GHD products in store!

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Jail for illegal tobacco seller

A Southend businessman who sold unsafe illegal tobacco has been jailed after a raid by Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s Trading Standards officers.

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Legal Eagle Q&A: Wills

An old neighbour of mine has died and in her will she has left me £30k legacy but she went into a care home and there is no money left. What happens?

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Leigh Light's 2017

Once again the fabulous Leigh Lights event didn’t disappoint. It was again a huge success with crowds lining the street for the parade and people enjoying the festivities.

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Matt Linnen exits the X Factor

X Factor star Matt Linnen was the latest to leave the competition this weekend after his rendition of The Rolling Stones' classic Gimme Shelter.

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Legal Eagle Q & A: Black Friday!

No doubt everyone will be looking to grab themselves a bargin in the Black Friday Sales, but, as a consumer, what are your rights?

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Budget Positives!

Mr Hammond delivers his latest speech which see's positive news for the property market....

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The quest for great nails with our beauty expert at Ella Connor!

From acrylic to gel with our beauty experts at Ella Connor

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Tales from Estate: Poetry Review

Southend poet Sadie Davidson has had her first poetry collection, Tales from the Estates, published by Whisky & Beards.

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Jack & The Beanstalk

He's behind you! With Lee Mead, Stacey Soloman, Bobby Davro & Robin Askwith this year's panto is surely to be corker!

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Legal Eagle Q&A: Inheritance Tax

I would like to give each of my grandchildren £1000 for Christmas – do I have to pay inheritance tax?

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Nativity! The Musical Review

Too early for Christmas? Absolutely not! After a truly joyous evening watching Nativity! The Musical at The Cliff’s Pavilion in Southend, I am now bursting with Christmas spirit!

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Bathing waters sustain quality ratings

Southend-on-Sea’s bathing waters have once again received a positive boost as the water quality at seven of our eight beaches has been rated as “Excellent” or “Good”.

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Café O’Portugues Westcliff… a little taste of Portugal!

I wasn’t going to write this.  For months it’s been at the back of mind, should I write about this place or not?  I didn’t really think anyone else would share my enthusiasm for a simple cafe.

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Skills and labour consultation ‘Ambition Southend’ a strategy for the future

Southend-on-Sea residents are being called on to give their views to help shape a strategy being developed to improve the skills and local economy.

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Win tickets for Solid Gold Rock and Roll! - Winner Announced!

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Do you have New Year's Eve plans?

Welcome 2018 in style with two fabulous offerings from The Royal Hotel, Southend.

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