Leigh on Sea News

Six new destinations set for Southend Airport as easyjet to open 10th UK base

The planned addition of more aircraft is already enabling the airline to launch six new routes to Pisa, Gran Canaria, Dalaman and Antalya, Marrakech as well as Enfidha in Tunisia.

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Prost8 First Ever London to Southend Bike Ride!

Prost8 first ever London to Southend charity bike ride takes place on Sunday 21st July 2024. Starting at West Ham Park in Newham, East London and finishing in Priory Park, Southend-on-sea

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Herd In The City art trail is a mammoth success

An overwhelming 98% of people rated the Herd In The City experience as excellent or good and were proud to have the art trail in the city. The trail encouraged public pride and helped bring people together, with 89% of people saying it brought a sense of community to the local area.

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Leigh-on-sea and Southend beaches named amongst the best

Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy has today announced the winners of the prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Awards for summer 2024, and Southend-on-Sea’s beaches have yet again been named as some of the best in the country.

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Councillor Ron Woodley elected as Southend’s 103rd Mayor

Councillor Ron Woodley was elected as the City of Southend’s 103rd Mayor at today’s Full Council meeting and takes over from councillor Stephen Habermel who has served as Mayor for the past year.

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Leigh-on-Sea rated 'good' for summer sea swimming

A new study has given Essex's beaches a mid-table ranking when it comes to clean swimming water in summer, with Leigh-on-Sea rated as a 'good' beach for bathing.

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Internationally acclaimed classical guitarist returns to Southend

Internationally acclaimed classical guitarist and composer, Gary Ryan, returns to Southend on Friday 17 May.

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New Properties from Bear this May

New Listings in and around Leigh this May.

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Local Election results for 2024

Yesterday, residents took to the polls to vote in the local City Council and Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (PFCC) elections.

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Gilbert & George film new Daytripping Series in Thorpe Bay

Gilbert and George, the renowned artists, were spotted filming at Thorpe Bay Station on Tuesday morning. Directed by the world famous local lad Iain B McDonald, the filming was part of their new "Daytripping" series.

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Leigh-on-sea Business Expo 2024

Boost your business this October at the very first Leigh-on-sea Business Expo.

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A new youth project has started at Southend Hospital

A new youth project has started at Southend Hospital.

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Best Bluebell Walks This Bank Holiday Weekend

Our woodlands have erupted in colour, and now is the best time to get outside and savour Essex’s wonderful carpets of bluebells.

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Southend Pier's Big Bank Holiday Weekend promises live music, cocktails, and fun!

Southend Pier is thrilled to announce a spectacular line-up of music and refreshments for the upcoming Big Bank Holiday Weekend extravaganza (4 to 6 May 2024).

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Local Leigh-on-sea man breaks London Marathon Record

Congratulations to local lad Lee Baynton who made it into the Guinness Book of Records on Sunday 21st April when he ran the fastest marathon in a full-body inflatable costume with a time of 03.21:07.

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The Famous Manze's Pie & Mash now being served on Southend Pier

London’s oldest surviving pie and mash shop, based in Tower Bridge Road, has extended its reach to one of the most iconic seaside locations in the UK – Southend Pier.

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Summer Reading Challenge Looking for Local Volunteers

Southend Libraries are looking for volunteers of all ages (above 14 years) to help keep children reading over the summer holidays and combat the 'summer dip' in literacy.

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Changes to Local Neonatal Intensive Care at Southend Hospital

Changes are planned to some of the neonatal intensive care unit at Southend Hospital, meaning that a small number of babies each year might be delivered at Basildon or Broomfield Hospitals.

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Embrace the Bouldering Community at Indirock: Membership Options and Benefits

At Indirock, we've cultivated a warm and welcoming community where everyone feels at home. We take pride in extending a helping hand to newcomers, guiding them through their journey, and offering unwavering support

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Chalkwell: 39 drivers reported as part of road safety campaign

Vision Zero enforcement sees 39 drivers reported for not wearing their seatbelt and 12 cars seized for no insurance in Chalkwell.

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