Leigh on Sea News

First phase of works completed at Belton Way East

A popular route used daily by hundreds of people travelling to and from Leigh-on-Sea Station has had its footpath resurfaced as part of wider slope and stability works to improve the route for residents, commuters and visitors.

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Get tested at new Coronavirus testing site in Southend-on-Sea

A walk-through coronavirus testing facility has been opened by the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) at Short Street Car Park in Southend-on-Sea.

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Young people to take to the skies in exciting new project

Young people in south Essex are set to take to the skies in a glider as part of an exciting summer activity aimed at increasing engagement in the aviation and aerospace industries.

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Southend-on-Tree – Have your say on tree management across the Borough

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is eager to hear from residents and interested groups about proposals for tree cover and management across the Borough for the next 10 years.

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easyJet Pulls out from Southend Airport

easyJet has annonced that they will no longer be servicing Southend Airport

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Councillors thank staff and contractors for continued efforts over heatwave weekend

Cabinet councillors have thanked council staff and contractors who worked hard this weekend to help keep people safe and the Borough clean and tidy.

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BBQ Barn: “Bringing Home The Dough”

Want to know how to make authentic woodfired pizzas? BBQ Barn explains the kit that you need.

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Exam results: what is happening in Southend-on-Sea?

Over the next few weeks students across Southend-on-Sea will receive their GCSE and A-Level results despite not sitting their exams because of Coronavirus...

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Summer Deals at Cook

Cook Leigh-on-sea are offering some fantastic deals at their Leigh-on-sea store...

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Southend BID Raise the Flags

Southend has been adorned with over 1,000 metres of bunting throughout the length of the High Street over the weekend thanks to Southend Business Improvement District (BID).

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Painting the Shed or Summerhouse: Advice from The Beach Buoy

As I write this the mercury is hitting around 33c, the garden looks dry but has (thanks to lockdown) been well kept this year and the roses have never looked so good! ...

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How to Keep your Dog Cool and Well in the Hot Weather by our Canine Expert Ruth Lowden

Hi, I’m Ruth, from Ruth’s Dog Walking Services, born and bred here in Leigh on Sea, and I have a love for all dogs...

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Over 100 staff on duty as hot weather continues

As the hot weather continues, the Council and its partners are urging visitors to Visit Southend safely and bin their litter or take it home with them.

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Southend Christmas Light Switch On Cancelled

The Christmas Light Switch On event which was due to take place on Saturday 14th November 2020 has been cancelled.

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Southend-on-Sea concessionary bus pass returns to normal hours of use

The hours of use for concessionary bus passes in Southend-on-Sea will return to normal on Tuesday 1st September 2020.

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Win a Family Ticket for Marsh Farm Bubble 'n Bop

Marsh Farm is offering a lucky winner a family ticket for the Bubble ‘n Bop children’s festival, giving free admission to 4 people.

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Friends rebuild wall and welcome new growing group to Library Gardens

The Friends of Leigh Library Gardens have renovated the stonewall at the entrance of the gardens in Broadway West.

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New Pier trains will be heritage green and cream

Southend-on-Sea’s new and environmentally friendly pier trains will be designed in heritage green and cream with a modern nose.

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Bring the Family Fun Festival to your home for local hospice care

Havens Hospices has put together a virtual Family Fun Festival activity pack so supporters can hold their own fun festival at home instead, anytime in September.

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Clear winner for Southend YMCA's Face it competition

A competition encouraging young people to create a face covering has been won by a design that allows deaf people to lip read.

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