BASILDON Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) have seized 36 e-scooters and e-bikes in just two weeks as part of a crackdown on people riding through the town centre. The centre of Basildon is covered by a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) that prohibits e-scooter, e-bike, and…

HARLOW Council today announced two public engagement sessions and a public engagement survey about the rebuilding of the bandstand in Harlow Town Park – a landmark project that forms a central part of the council’s commitment to Build Harlow’s Future and restore the cultural heart…

0800hrs: SLOW traffic going going out of Harlow. Traffic backed up up on A414 to Clock Tower roundabout. Queueing traffic on London Road at Potter Street. More follows. https://twitter.com/Essex_Travel/status/1978715919003054589

I just want answers. I just want to know why and for the wait to end. “It’s never something that leaves your mind, it’s the first thing I think about when I wake up. “That night still haunts me and it always will. You just…

Spartan South Midland League Premier Division Dunstable Town 0 v 6 Harlow Town AFTER seven games without a league victory, the Hawks finally grabbed three points with an electric performance away at Dunstable Town reports Logan Young. The reds made the journey just past Luton…

RECENTLY, a Black Multi-Cultural Festival took place at Hare Street Primary. Organised by community champion Efua Sey, the event brought together peoples and groups from across the cultures in Harlow. From wonderful Zimbabwean dancing, Ghanaian drumming to Nigerian food, it was a wonderful afternoon. Harlow’s…

A HARLOW man has been arrested after a van was boxed in and safely stopped after failing to pull over for officers. The incident happened just before midnight last night, Tuesday 14 October, when the vehicle failed to stop in Traps Hill, Loughton. A pursuit…

A HARLOW teenager has pled guilty to refusing to give a blood test after being stopped driving a vehicle as well as being in possession of a zombie knife. The sixteen-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons appeared at Chelmsford magistrates court charged with…

Anthony George Goodwin‘Tony’ Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Monday 8th September 2025, aged 92 years.A Much-loved Father, and Grandfather who will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Anthony/Tony’s funeral service will be held at Parndon Wood Crematorium on…

THE ST Mark’s West Essex Catholic School Under-14 side gave a footballing master class on Tuesday afternoon. The team beat Burnt Mill Academy 4-0 in a showcase of footballing brilliance. Special mentions to their goalscorers: Maddie, Sasha, Mimi, Alicja and their superstar goalkeeper Rubby, who…

PERMISSION to build 65 homes on a garden centre in Thornwood has been granted by councillors reports the Local Democracy Reporter. The outline planning application for 65 homes on the former Happy Grow Nursery site in High Road adds further pressure to an area where…

MIGRANTS will be required to pass tough new English language requirements under a law introduced in Parliament today (14 October), as the government continues to replace Britain’s failed immigration system with one that is controlled, selective and fair. Immigrants applying through certain legal routes must…

ST James’ Church of England set to host a school tour. Full details below. https://stjamescofeprimaryschool.co.uk Our Vision, Aims and Christian Values Our vision and values are at the core of everything we do. They underpin our teaching and learning, and provide an environment which prepares…

VETS should be forced to publish price lists so pet owners can see costs up front and shop around for the best deal, the competition watchdog has said reports the BBC. Owners are often unaware of prices or not given estimates for treatments that can…