Residents in Hadleigh protest as Salvation Army declines to rule out development on historic farmland, despite local opposition and exclusion from Castle Point’s plan Salvation Army won’t rule out Hadleigh development Concerns Over Development of Hadleigh Farmland The Save Hadleigh Farmland campaign group stated that The Salvation Army, which owns the historic land, is causing…
Michelle Gargate, landlady of Southend’s historic Blue Boar pub, is stepping down after eight years, citing pandemic struggles and changing business conditions Southend pub landlady steps down after eight years Michelle Gargate to Hand Over Blue Boar Pub Next Month Michelle Gargate, who runs the Blue Boar on Victoria Avenue, will hand over the pub…
A major housing development at Fossetts Farm in Shoebury, including 30% affordable homes, is moving forward after receiving planning approval and resident support Shoebury housing development at Fossetts Farm set to begin Brochures Delivered for Major Development on Former NHS Land Brochures have been delivered to residents this month about a major development on former…
Dogs Trust Darlington has seven dogs available for adoption, including Harriers, Greyhounds, and Border Collies, seeking calm homes in the Darlington area Seven dogs seeking adoption at Dogs Trust Darlington Dogs Trust Darlington: Dogs Awaiting Adoption Dogs Trust Darlington has many dogs looking for loving homes. Each dog has its own personality and needs. Here…
Southend charity Harp receives £190,000 to enhance digital access for homeless individuals through recovery services Southend charity Harp secures £190k digital inclusion funding Harp Receives Funding for Digital Inclusion Project Harp has been awarded funding through the Digital Inclusion Innovation Fund, a program backed by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. The charity won…
A fire at Viking Court in Shoebury gutted a first-floor flat, leaving residents fearful as crews extinguished the blaze and cleared smoke Shoebury flat fire leaves residents terrified Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Viking Court Firefighters rushed to a block of flats at Viking Court, on Saxon Gardens, on Saturday morning. The flat was “well…
Age Concern Hampshire in Hampshire calls for volunteers to support elderly services in 2026, offering flexible roles to aid independence and community care Age Concern Hampshire seeks 2026 volunteers Age Concern Hampshire Seeks Volunteers for 2026 As Hampshire’s ageing population continues to grow, Age Concern Hampshire is appealing for volunteers to help expand and maintain…
Over 500 object to Brighton sports pitch plan near open-air theatre, citing noise concerns during performances in Dyke Road Park 500+ oppose sports pitch near Brighton open-air theatre Objections Raised Against Proposed Sports Pitch Near Theatre More than 500 people have objected to plans for an all-weather sports pitch. They fear it could interfere with…
Brighton councillor urges removal of caravans parked long term near a children’s playground, citing council reluctance over storage costs and enforcement challenges. Dispute over long-term caravans near Brighton playground Councillor Calls for Action on Caravans Near Playground Caravans left on a street near a children’s playground should be moved, according to Conservative councillor Anne Meadows.…
Cambridge aims to retrofit homes to cut emissions, improve housing quality, and address inequality through coordinated policies and funding. Cambridge retrofitting plan for climate and housing Cambridge’s Housing Market Faces Challenges Amid Growth Cambridge is home to a leading university, tech firms, and start-ups. The city is known for innovation and growth, with an economy…