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June is ideal for planting tender vegetables and caring for houseplants as temperatures rise. Keep an eye out for pests, feed regularly, manage pond plants, and protect wildlife. Organic tips help safeguard your crops naturally.

Fine Art graduate Hannah Carley Wilkins, 23, has unveiled her first major commission, Terminal Tomorrow, at Launchpad’s Airport Business Park, celebrated by civic leaders and the local creative community.

A 23-year-old artist from Rayleigh has been awarded a £5,000 art commission to create a major installation for Launchpad, Southend’s…

Thorpe Bay, Essex – One of Southend’s best-kept social secrets is throwing open its doors this month.

What a fantastic weekend at Two Artists at the Living Room! The exhibition drew a steady flow of art lovers…

Excitement is building as final preparations are made for Two Artists, a special art exhibition featuring the works of Ruth Rotherham and Teresa Barbary. This inspiring event will take place at The Living Room, 191 Leigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 1JE, showcasing the incredible talent of these two remarkable artists.

The prestigious Paul Cave Prize for Children’s Literature 2025 is now accepting entries. This annual competition is a golden opportunity to bring your creative writing to a wider audience, with winners receiving invaluable feedback, a cash prize, and a copy of the book featuring all submissions.

Now’s the time to sow your winter salad indoors, including varieties like lettuce, radishes, micro-shoots, and pea sprouts. It’s also a great time to plant soft fruits and fruit trees.

Southend-on-Sea’s remarkable Prittlewell Flagon is now on display as part of the British Museum’s exciting new exhibition, Silk Roads.

As a lifelong supporter, my brother Paul and I couldn’t stand by while Southend United faced uncertainty. Our love for the club led us to join COSU (Consortium of Southend United) to ensure its survival. This is our journey with COSU and Southend United, a mission to save the Shrimpers from financial peril.