Key milestone for Bell junction upgrade
Work on the Bell Junction is progressing well, with the work for the new dedicated slip road onto Rochford Road set to commence in the new year.
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Leigh on Sea News
New COVID-19 testing ‘collect and drop-off’ point to open in Leigh
A new COVID-19 testing ‘collect and drop off’ point is opening in Leigh-on-Sea tomorrow (Friday 18 December), for people without symptoms.
Council is new owner of Victoria Shopping Centre
Southend-on-Sea Borough Council has bought the Victoria Shopping Centre for £10m.
Property of the Week: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Currently in development, this new build is a three-storey family home with four bedrooms, two en-suites, 50ft of garden space and a Juliet balcony with estuary views.
Extra financial help for winter
A scheme to give vulnerable households financial peace of mind over the winter months has launched thanks to additional Government funding.
Government announces that Southend-on-Sea will move into Tier 3 on Wednesday
The Government has announced that Southend-on-Sea will be entering tier 3 restrictions at 00:01 on Wednesday 16 December.
Toy Drive: There’s still time to donate
Council elves have been hard at work coordinating and wrapping gifts for the council’s annual Toy Drive to provide some Christmas joy for vulnerable children across Southend.
Increase in community Covid-19 testing to focus on secondary school age children
COVID-19 testing for the community, with a particular focus on secondary school age children, is being increased as cases continue to rise in parts of Essex, Southend-on-Sea and Thurrock.
School Streets launched to improve air quality and promote active travel
Two Southend-on-Sea primary schools are supporting the Council with an innovative scheme aimed at promoting active travel and improving air quality near our schools.
Covid testing increased to 7 days a week at London Southend Airport
London Southend Airport, 11 December 2020: Rising covid cases in the county has resulted in increased demand for testing.
The Best Leigh Shopfronts
Leigh lights may have been cancelled this year but our wonderful Leigh-on-sea shops have pulled out all the stops this Christmas with their fantastic festive window displays.
Over £9K raised so far for hospice charity’s Festive 5K Event
Over £9,000 has been raised so far by supporters participating in a festive fancy dress fundraiser fun run for Havens Hospices.
Further plea as COVID-19 positive cases rise in Southend-on-Sea
Positive COVID-19 cases and related hospital admissions are rising locally.
Leigh Windows Trail
Many of you may have seen lots of lovely window artwork popping up around Leigh-on-Sea by local artist Ash Fields.
Town Council and Tin Teams working together to fight hunger
Leigh-on-Sea Tin Team was formed by a group of residents who got inspired by the weekly clapping for carers, from here they decided to start gathering supplies for local foodbanks.
Southend BID Launch a Free Christmas Tree Trail
This December Southend Business Improvement District (BID) has created a great free festive word hunt for kids and big kids alike. The Southend BID Christmas Tree Trail will run from Monday 7th – Sunday 20th December 2020.
Leigh Shops Opening Late for Christmas
Leigh shops are opening late than usual during the festive period
Christmas Gift Ideas from Local Leigh Businesses
Christmas is fast approaching and many of us are still working from home or isolating...
Shop Local this Christmas and support local businesses
Shoppers are being encouraged to “Shop Local” and support Southend-based businesses in the run up to Christmas.
Do your research before buying a new pet this Christmas
Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is supporting the Government’s ‘Petfished’ campaign to encourage residents to do their research before buying a pet this Christmas.
