Leigh on Sea News

Southend Safety plans in place for Easter Weekend

Police officers will be patrolling in uniform and plain clothes in the busiest areas for socialising.

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New project seeks to fill empty shops and offices

Southend-on-Sea City Council are leading a project to provide zero interest loans to encourage the development of empty commercial buildings.

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My Mortgage Angel: Mission and Purpose

My Mortgage Angel was shortlisted for the Castle Point Mayor’s Award of 2022.

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Latest Properties from Bear Estate Agents

An immaculate first floor flat with a balcony, benefitting from a stunning open plan kitchen lounge diner

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Southend in Sight receives donation from Rochford Rotary Club

Southend in Sight, Southend’s local, independent sight loss charity, is delighted to have received a donation of £500 from the Rochford Rotary Club.

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Nina Jervis Reviews Singing-In-The-Rain

Nina Jervis reviews last nights performance of Singing-in-the-Rain at the Cliffs Pavilion

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Win a pair of Tickets to see Bizet's Carmen

Win a Pair of Tickets to see Bizet's Carmen at the Cliffs Pavilion

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Easter Events this April and May

We've put together a list of 50+ of the best April Activities for kids and grown-ups in and around Leigh-on-Sea.

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New health and care jobs training and skills programme

Funding obtained for a pilot project that will see investment in skills and training for the healthcare sector and supporting people into employment.

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Catering students secure silver medals at prestigious catering competition

Eight catering students at South Essex College entered this year’s International Salon Culinaire competition with Hotel, Restaurant and Catering (HRC) at the Excel Centre in London.

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Chapter one: apply to become a Summer Reading Challenge volunteer

Southend Libraries are once again looking for volunteers to help keep children reading throughout the summer holidays for the Summer Reading Challenge.

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Southend Festival returns: International artists will paint the city with epic street art murals

Southend Festival returns this September with a whole host of amazing events showcasing the city of Southend’s vibrant and diverse cultural scene including comedy, art, music, children’s events and much more.

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Southend retains prestigious Purple Flag award

Southend retains prestigious Purple Flag award for its evening and night-time economy

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Celebrating Mothers Day in India

Celebrating Mothers Day in India is a special occasion, much like we are used to here in the UK...

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New Southend Pass options and trade permit available from April

Residents and visitors can benefit from improvements to the Southend Pass from 1 April 2022, with the discounted parking pass set to offer a new one and three-month purchase option.

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New and improved Citizens Advice service for City

Southend-on-Sea City Council has commissioned Citizens Advice Southend (CAS) to deliver a new enhanced Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) service to support local residents.

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Carers First Launch Pocket Guide in Southend-on-Sea

A new hospital discharge pocket guide has been developed by Carers First as part of a new campaign to support ‘unpaid carers’, particularly those caring for friends or relatives coming home from a stay in hospital.

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Two inspirational children receive certificates of excellence from The Mayor of Southend

Two children looked after by the council have been awarded certificates of excellence by The Mayor of Southend-on-Sea.

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New arts and cultural centre to boost High Street

A community arts complex for creative, educational, and immersive events to support good mental health and well-being is due to open in Southend-on-Sea High Street.

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PlastiCity award for Leigh-on-sea school pupil

A local school pupil has won a competition to design a logo for PlastiCit

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