Leigh on Sea News

Groves Cycles: Bespoke Bikes made in Leigh

Did you know that Leigh on Sea has its very own bespoke Bicycle maker! Groves Cycles.

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Hot Properties This May From Bear

Some of the best homes on the market in Leigh this month, courtesy of Bear Estate Agents.

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Southend community testing programme urging everyone to use twice-weekly home testing kits

The Council’s community testing programme is to close its two remaining rapid lateral flow device (LFD) assisted swabbing sites as it moves towards encouraging testing at home for everyone.

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New Mayor for Southend-on-Sea

The 100th Mayor of Southend-on-Sea has taken the chains as Cllr Margaret Borton was inaugurated as first citizen of the Borough.

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Libraries help support mental wellbeing through the power of reading

A new campaign is set to launch in Southend libraries which looks to tackle loneliness and support mental health during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the town’s recovery.

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Residents asked for views on powers to tackle anti-social behaviour

Residents are being asked if powers should be introduced to tackle anti-social behaviours in Chalkwell and Leigh-on-Sea.

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International recognition given to Southend for its award-winning beaches

Southend-on-Sea has been commended for the quality and management of its beaches after five beaches were awarded the Blue Flag and all eight beaches were given a Seaside Award.

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Borough prepares for further easing of lockdown restrictions

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council welcomes further easing of lockdown measures from 17 May but urges residents and visitors to remain cautious.

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Remaining leisure centres in the Borough set to reopen

Southend Leisure and Tennis Centre will welcome back indoor group exercise classes kicking off a new timetable with a special 5.45am class on Monday 17 May.

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London Southend Airport collaborate with SECE MIND for Mental Health Awareness Week 10-16 May

London Southend Airport is collaborating with South East and Central Essex Mind (SECE MIND) to support Mental Health Awareness Week, 10-16 May.

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Visitors welcomed back to cultural venues with world class exhibitions

Cultural venues in Southend are set to start reopening their doors to the public following confirmation by the Government that the country will enter step three of the roadmap to recovery.

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Vital safety barrier works completed across Southend-on-Sea

Work to install new pedestrian and road safety barriers across the Borough has been completed, as part of a £440,000 investment from the council’s capital investment programme.

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Southend Choirs Premier Music for Britten Pears Arts’ Friday Afternoons

The Choirs record Water by Russell Hepplewhite which premieres on Youtube 14th May.

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Restart Grant will help Southend businesses reopen safely as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted

Businesses across the Borough have been successfully applying to the Council for the Restart Grant scheme in readiness for Step 3 of the government’s roadmap out of lockdown on 17 May.

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FOSTER CARE FORTNIGHT: Southend Fostering Service needs local heroes to help transform lives

As part of Foster Care Fortnight (11-23 May), Southend-on-Sea Borough Council’s Fostering Service are searching for much-needed local heroes to become foster carers.

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By-Election Results Now In

The results of last night’s by-elections have been announced.

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New grant funding now available for eligible businesses in Southend

Businesses based in Southend which have so far missed out on previous grant streams are now able to apply for grant funding.

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London Southend Airport continues to support SNAP Helpline

SNAP Charity provides vital support to local families with children who have any special need or disability. The helpline is more important than ever during the pandemic ensuring that families can speak to someone to receive assistance.

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Desk Space Available in Leigh

Ultra Studios have available desk space in Leigh Broadway.

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Elections 2021 - Vote Safe Southend

Voters will see additional safety measures in place at polling stations tomorrow (Thursday 6 May).

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