Leigh on Sea News

easyJet adds hat trick of new winter routes from London Southend Airport

easyJet has announced three brand-new winter routes from award-winning London Southend Airport to Barcelona, Lanzarote and Salzburg, with seats now on sale from just £29.99

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Shakedown motorcycle event is set to make a comeback this Easter

The beloved Shakedown motorcycle event is set to make a comeback this Easter thanks to a £100,000 funding boost from Southend City Council.

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Belfairs Oaks to be taken down due to roots encroaching large gas main

The Southend Parks Team have issued advance warning of the felling of Oak Trees in Belfairs Park due to roots encroaching upon large gas main.

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Local charities and organisations to lead Southend City Day activities

Southend City Day on Saturday 1 March will celebrate community, culture, and the charities and organisations that make the city special with lots of free family friendly events.

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REVIEW OF DOCDOC AT THE PALACE THEATRE BY LYNN CARROLL

If you go along to see this comedy I can assure you of a couple of hours of laughter, and they do say it is the best medicine.

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The huddle is ready for their makeover

Penguins for this summer’s Waddle-on-Sea art trail have flocked into Southend City ready for their makeover.

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Secure cycle hubs open across Southend-on-sea

Southend-on-Sea City Council are delighted to announce the opening of 8 new digital cycle hubs across the City. Funded through the Department for Transport’s Active Travel Fund (Tranche 2), this scheme aims to improve the security and convenience of cycling for both residents and visitors.

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City Day unveils exciting line-up, with headline set from Denise Van Outen at Disco City!

The full line-up for Southend City Day on Saturday 1 March has been unveiled, promising a spectacular celebration of music, community, and entertainment

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Government launches consultation on Greater Essex devolution

The consultation is being run by the Government’s Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) department, and is taking place from 17th February to 13th April 2025.

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Now That’s What I Call a Musical Review by Nina Jervis-Green

This show will leave you aching to dig out those old Now! albums and replay your favourites, inspiring warm memories that are perfect for these chilly February evenings.

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Devolution another step closer as councils accepted onto Devolution Priority Programme

The Government has today (5 February) written to Southend-on-Sea City Council, Essex County Council, and Thurrock Council accepting their request to be part of the Devolution Priority Programme.

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Window Wanderland returns to light up Southend ahead of City Day celebrations

With Southend’s inaugural City Day less than a month away, the council is delighted to bring back the Window Wanderland festival, helping build excitement for Southend City Day on 1 March.

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New Properties from Bear this February

New Listings in and around Leigh this February.

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New Leigh-on-sea bus service planned linking Leigh and Eastwood to Southend Airport

The half hourly service will loop alternatively via the Launch Pad at the Airport Business Park and Holiday Inn bus stop at London Southend Airport and will support residents within St Laurence, Eastwood Park, Belfairs, Blenheim Park, Leigh and West Leigh wards.

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Southend Police Issue e-scooter warning

Essex Police Southend issue warning "If you ride an e-scooter, you WILL have it seized, and you WILL NOT get it back."

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Local Year 4 students - get ready to ‘Expect More’

Year 4 children from across the borough are invited to experience a taste of life at Thorpe Hall School, at their upcoming Expect More Experience Day on Saturday 8th March 2025.

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Leigh-on-sea residents be aware of new scams

Please be aware of new scams:- United Airlines, DVLA, Winter Fuel Payment, Electoral Registration, Booking.com. While a lot of fraud is now happening online as it is easier, cheaper, you can reach a lot of people quickly, and there is less chance of getting caught, please remember that fraud can happen in person, right on your doorstep. Treat unsolicited callers to your door in the same way I hope you are treating unsolicited telephone calls: a quick ‘no thank you’ and shut the door.

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Public artwork trail nominated for national award

‘Made from this Land’, a public artwork trail by local artist Emma Edmondson, has been nominated for the 2025 PSSA Marsh Award for Excellence in Public Sculpture.

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Carers First have launched a new support service for Young Carers aged 5 to 18 in Southend-on-Sea.

Many young carers can struggle with their mental health and miss school due to the pressures of their caring role. This service offers group activities, events, school support, and assessments for young carers in the area.

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Review of Calamity Jane by Lynn Carroll

I was immersed in the action on stage but on a few occasions when I came to, I realised a smile had become my default setting throughout. Why would you not smile at such a happy foot tapping show?

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