The Palace Theatre is pleased to reveal that 2026’s Summer Youth Project (SYP) will be Shrek The Musical. Open to young people aged between 9 and 19 with a passion for performing, cast auditions will be held in April.
New grants from £250–£1,500 available now. Open to people, groups and organisations connected to Southend
Leigh-on-Sea–based breast cancer charity Lady McAdden brought together 120 local women last week to kick off the festive season in style, raising over £5,000 in funds.
Residents will see tangible improvements to streets and neighbourhoods, with rain gardens installed across the city. These will be designed with Beth Chatto’s award-winning team, maximising plantlife and be cheaper to maintain the ‘dry gardens’.
Running on Sunday 7 th , 14 th and 21 st December from 12-3pm, the series forms part of Southend City BID’s much loved Christmas in the City festive program. Each Sunday will feature a unique theme packed with free activities, performances and interactive experiences for all ages.
Our list of Christmas events taking place this December in Leigh and Southend.
Working with Essex Police and specialist local organisations, the group explored consent, healthy relationships, sexual offences, personal safety and how to seek support when needed.
Initial data shows food waste recycling has doubled, black bin waste is falling, and the overall recycling rate is now expected to exceed 50%
For many businesses in our Broadway, Leigh Lights is their biggest earner of the year. Without it, many would have to make tough decisions when the new year rolls around.
Fawlty Towers came to Southend Cliffs Pavilion last night straight from the West End and what a fabulous show it was. The world needs laughter and we got it in good measure with this comedy play, the audience applause proved it beyond doubt.
Speaking shortly after the announcement from the Government that they will consult with residents and stakeholders across Essex on the four different proposals to re-organise local government.
easyJet has today announced the launch of a new route for summer 2026 from London Southend Airport to Jersey, with seats now on sale.
The funds, generated purely from sales of bags across its 23 stores, were raised over a 12-month period.
Southend-on-Sea City Council is bringing back free Sunday parking throughout December to encourage residents and visitors to shop locally and support small businesses during the festive season.
ForwardMotion is helping more young people in Southend get confident on two wheels, after supporting Eastwood Primary School’s cycling celebrations last month
Southend residents, businesses, and visitors will soon have easier access to electric vehicle (EV) charging, as Southend-on-Sea City Council partners with Zest to install over 3,000 public chargers across the city
Considering Morocco for your next escape from Southend Airport? Jack Leighmen of Destiny Travel unveils the beauty of its riads, bustling souks, and historic palaces.
Former West Leigh and Belfairs student Michael Johnson has been named Trader of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Leaders in Trading Awards, held at The Savoy Hotel in London earlier this month
The 2025 Southend Jazz Festival has once again demonstrated the power of music and community spirit, raising an impressive £1,381.91 for this year’s chosen charity
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