Leigh on Sea News

Amelie

Since opening it’s doors in December 2010, sixties, french inspired furniture shop Amelie based in Glendale Gardens, has established itself as well known name. Owner Sean Hazel stocks a range of solid, original, vintage furniture coupled with a full, fast restoration service encompassing styles and arts such as shabby chique, ageing, distressed and crackle glazing.

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Should I stay or should I go?

The uncertainty, the pressue and who did make up that awful word Brexit?

The latest from our property expert Rob and what the impact of our vote could have on the property market.

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Bank current accounts rates are costing businesses millions

According to research by Flagstone Investment Management, small businesses lost over £1bn last year by holding their savings in business current accounts that offer zero per cent interest.

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Village Green 2016 – Initial Line-Up Announced

The initial line up for Village Green 2016 has been released!

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The Brand New ‘Istanbul’ - Westcliff

I always like to give a new venture a few weeks, if not months to ‘bed in’ and iron out any teething problems. But, I just couldn’t wait.

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How Should We Allocate Council Housing?

Residents may soon be asked how they think Southend-on-Sea Borough Council should decide who is eligible for a council house.

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Futures looking bright following latest Ofsted inspection

Members and officers at the Council are congratulating Futures Community College after it was announced it has moved out of special measures.

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Public to have say on Kent Elms junction improvements

A four week consultation is set to take place on plans to upgrade the Kent Elms junction to better manage current and future traffic levels.

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Historic Farm Vehicle Planted In Southend

A fabulously-restored 1875 farm wagon rolls into Southend on Thursday 10th March to take its place among the borough’s precious artefacts.

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Southend Flies The Flag For The Commonwealth

At 10am on Monday 14th March, Southend will join the family of nations across the globe celebrating Commonwealth Day.

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International Women's Day

This week @raymorgan celebrate's International Women's Day and the importance behind it for us all.....

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Historicaleigh: Speeding Fish Vans From Leigh

On a Sunday night in July 1831 James Cook, fisherman and landlord of the Cock and Billet (now the Crooked Billet), was driving his fish machine to London when his horse took fright at a cow lying in the road and the machine careered off at rapid speed.

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Welcome

This week I am going to use my blog to blatantly blow the trumpet of Scott & Stapleton.

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Is your business owed money?

Is your business being bullied by suppliers or struggling to receive payments for completed work?

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NEW TO LEIGH - Brandshop.co.uk

The wait is finally over......

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The Shrimpers v The Spireites

Chesterfield are the visitors to Roots Hall on Saturday, with both sides looking to get back to winning ways following their failure to win on Tuesday night.

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Southend-on-Sea says: “Together we can tackle child abuse”

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council and the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board (LSCB) are supporting a national campaign to tackle child abuse and encourage local people to report any concerns.

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Working Together To Keep Vulnerable People Safe in Southend

A joint project to give adults and young people with additional care and support needs a safe haven whilst out in the town centre is to be launched in Southend-on-Sea.

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The Corrie Legacy

It was with a heavy heart that I heard Tony Warren, creator of Coronation Street had died.

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Cocktail Of The Month - Aladdin's Cave

This month, I've been playing around with a few herbal teas and found that they go great in cocktails!

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