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New skate park set to open in Southend

January 24, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

A new skate park is due to be built in the centre of Southend to replace the current makeshift one outside Southend Victoria Station.

News: Woman followed by man in Belfairs Woods

January 23, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Woman walking her dog confronts a masked man

Plans for Historic Seafront Pub to Become Flats and Chip Shop

January 20, 2017 by Leigh-on-Sea.com

The Britannia, in Eastern Esplanade, Southend, is to be preserved and turned into a chip shop with flats above, after developers and campaigners came to an agreement following the pub’s closure in March 2015.

News: Tragic accident passenger cautioned with possession

January 17, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

A 17 year old boy who was a passenger in the car that saw two youths killed in Leigh has been cautioned for possession of cannabis.

Southend continues to struggle whilst Basildon Hospital not far off hitting national target

January 16, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Latest statistics have revealed that Basildon Hospital are not far off hitting the national target for paitents who spend four hours or less in A & E whilst Southend continues to struggle.

Youth accused of killing two friends in accident in Leigh appears in court

January 11, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

GP Surgery placed in special measures

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

A GP Surgery based in Westcliff has been placed in 'special measures' and faces closure if it does not improve.

Relocated phone shop to become....

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

Sowntone, the mobile phone shop which sat on Leigh Broadway providing a myraid of mobile phone accessories, speakers and repairs has recently closed announcing it's move to Stock Road in Southend... but what is this prime premises in Leigh set to be?

Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Games

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

Following the phenomenal success of the 2015 UK tour, Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Games is returning to the Cliffs Pavilion as part of the UK 2017 tour to celebrate it's 20th year!

Person die's after being hit by a train

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

A person has sadly died after being hit by a train at around 10am this morning at Southend East Station.

Panto End of Season Offers!

January 3, 2017 by Leigh-on-sea.com

See the panto that has had everybody in stiches!

Not so grumpy after all....

December 19, 2016 by Rob Kahl

This is my last blog before Christmas and you will be delighted to know that I have some time off work and will be spending an extended break at home enjoying the festivities.

News: Female motorcyclist suffers serious leg injuries in Rectory Grove

December 8, 2016 by Leigh-on-sea.com

A female motorcyclist suffered serious leg injuries following a crash at the junction of Rectory Grove.

Touching tributes paid to motorbike crash victim Bobby

December 5, 2016 by Leigh-on-sea.com

The morning after the night before!

November 28, 2016 by Rob Kahl

This week, Rob @ Scott & Stapleton take's a step away from Property, only to reflect on the year's biggest night in Leigh.

The Hidden Gem Of A Gym!

November 28, 2016 by Leigh-on-sea.com

It's been our little secret until now, but we thought it was about time we shared it with you....

A127 tailbacks cause driver misery

November 22, 2016 by Leigh-on-sea.com

Major works commenced yesterday on the A127 at the Kent Elms junction causing peak time drivers an absolute nightmare.

Grand Hotel Plans Delayed Until New Year

November 18, 2016 by Leigh-on-Sea.com

Further delays to the Grand’s renovation have left owner Mick Norcross frustrated at the council officers dithering over it’s future.

New Leigh Shop: Puddle & Goose Is Revealed!

November 14, 2016 by Leigh-on-sea.com

After a number of weeks of speculation the much anticipated Puddle & Goose opens it's door's today!

New C2C trains set to hit the rails within weeks!

November 14, 2016 by Leigh-on-sea.com

First train given successful VIP run!