Leigh on Sea News

Shoeburyness Site to be Regenerated with New Nursery and Homes

February 14, 2017 by Southend Borough Council

A new nursery, community hall and nine new houses will be built on the site of the Friar’s Community Centre and the former Friar’s Library and now-closed Renown Pupil Referral Unit.

VILLAGE GREEN 2017!

February 14, 2017 by Liam Jefferies

The first programme has been announced for Village Green 2017, and we’re more than a little excited!

Ray Morgan: Southend Planetarium: Not Just for Kids

February 14, 2017 by Ray Morgan

I've just come back from an amazing break away in London celebrating my partner Jo's birthday. The 'weekend' started on Thursday in fact...

Looking for a laugh this week???

February 13, 2017 by Leigh-on-Sea.com

..then award winning comedian Ashley Blaker is your man!

Legal Eagle: Solicitors and Conflict when Buying Property

February 13, 2017 by Melinda @ Giles Wilson Solicitors

Q: I have found a house to buy in Leigh on sea and being new to the area, asked the estate agent to recommend a solicitor. He has recommended the same solicitor as the sellers are using as he says that this will make it easier? Is that right?

Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

February 13, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Housing Crisis?

February 13, 2017 by Rob Kahl

This week saw the long awaited white paper from the government outlining the current state of the housing market.

Picture of the week - 10th February 2017

February 10, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Midnight Apothecary at Brunel Museum

February 9, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

New to leigh-on-sea.com... our recommended 'must do' this weekend in London!

Over 100 Step Up to Volunteer for Iconic Ceramic Poppies

February 8, 2017 by Southend Borough Council

Over 100 people have come forward to help greet the thousands of visitors expected to attend Shoebury’s Barge Pier when the celebrated sculpture Poppies: Wave by artist Paul Cummins and designer Tom Piper arrives in Southend as part of 14-18 NOW’s UK-wide tour.

Campaign Urges Housing Benefit Claimants to Report Changes in Circumstances

February 8, 2017 by Southend Borough Council

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council is launching a campaign to ensure residents who receive housing benefit are receiving the correct amount.

Foodie Rich: Australian Foodie Adventure!

February 8, 2017 by Foodie Rich

Foodie Rich is back with something a little different...

Long standing empty shop set to become cafe and gallery

February 7, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

The circular building was part of a multi million pound re-development back in 2004 and has been attempted to be secured by a number of high street chains since.

Ray Morgan: Look Back: It's Alright

February 7, 2017 by Ray Morgan

I'm having a big old clear out. I have written about this before for leigh-on-sea.com, about how I'm a cluttery fool who loves sentimental toot and finds it difficult to throw stuff out, but this is NEXT LEVEL.

Competition: Win 2 Family Tickets to We're Going on a Bear Hunt - Winner announced

February 6, 2017 by Leigh-on-Sea.com

Is it you?

Squatters take over Southend town centre bar

February 6, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Squatters have broken into and taken over what was formally Clarence Yard bar in Southend, just days after the Stockvale Group announced that they had acquired it.

Legal Eagle: Love is in the Air in Liaison-on-Sea!

February 6, 2017 by Melinda @ Giles Wilson Solicitors

Our Legal Expert Melinda @ Giles Wilson is back with some Valentine's-themed advice.

Brand is back!

February 6, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Award winning comedian Russell Brand is back at The Cliffs with his show 'Re-birth'

Picture of the Week: 3rd February

February 3, 2017 by Leigh-on-Sea.com

Our pic of the week is from Harry Vincent

Council secures £20m of Government funding for Airport Business Park Southend

February 2, 2017 by Southend Borough Council

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council will receive nearly £20m for the Airport Business Park Southend (ABPS) project.