A VOLUNTEER says a community project in Harlow has given her a sense of “purpose”. Mind in West Essex volunteer Mel helps lead a weekly activity group at an allotment on Thursday afternoons, 1pm-3pm, along with fellow volunteer Rob. Mel said: “Volunteering is great because…

DURING last week’s 1st XI win, there was of course, cause for celebration for the team. But a personal milestone was also achieved during this match. Long-serving HCC player Joe Riddell took his 200th league wicket during his spell on Saturday 31st May. Joe has represented…

THIRTY-three new officers are ready to protect and serve our neighbourhoods across Essex after taking their oaths. They passed out at a ceremony at Essex Police Headquarters in front of their friends and family. Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington led the ceremony and was joined by…

CHARITY Concert to be held at Mark Hall Academy in support of Tye Green Community & Leisure Association. Tickets available in Tye Green Community Centre Office or email [email protected]

Yellow warning of thunderstorms Areas affected: East Midlands | East of England | London & South East England | South West England | Wales | West Midlands Starts: 09:00 BST on Sat 7 June Ends: 18:00 BST on Sat 7 June Heavy showers and thunderstorms…

THE Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is celebrating a major milestone with the completion of the roof of the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at St Margaret’s Hospital, Epping. Colleagues from PAHT and local health and care partners visited the CDC for a special topping…

CUSTOMERS at Specsavers Harlow are being encouraged to get involved in a fundraising campaign in support of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. The store, located in The Harvey Centre, is hosting a special fundraising day on Saturday 7 June, with activities including a raffle, donation…

HARLOW Council is set to deliver on its promise to buy and redevelop Terminus House as part of its plan to build Harlow’s future. Last night, councillors unanimously approve plans to purchase the 13-storey main building and 6-storey car park with the area to undergo…

May 2025 – Lewis wins the London Open! HARLOW black belt Lewis Ball entered this year’s London Open and having won all of his 5 fights, won gold.He was awarded his medal by double Olympic champion Shohei Ono. Amazing job Lewis! =========== May 2025 -…

AN Essex mental health trust has apologised for failing to properly care for a patient in the lead up to her death. The apology from Essex Partnership University NHS Trust (EPUT) comes after a report concluded its neglect of Julie Beasley, following her period of…

HARLOW Lawn Tennis Club hosted their first Pickleball friendly match against Gosfield on Sunday 25th May. 48 players had entered and were competing against one another across eight courts of doubles play. The day proved to be huge success there were many close entertaining quality…

ESSEX County Council has opened applications for the third round of its learning disabilities and autism business grants. A total of £195,000 is available for Small and Medium Sized businesses, with £150,000 of it coming from the county council. The pot has been further boosted…

CREATIVE writing workshops for mothers of young children across south Essex are helping to improve the mental health and wellbeing of children and whole families. The project, delivered by University of Essex researcher Dr Penny Simpson in partnership with Home Start Essex, will see more…

A BRITISH Army medic from Harlow has taken part in a major military exercise close to the border with Russia. Private Kara Bull, 2 Medical Regiment, is currently deployed to Estonia where she provided medical support for soldiers on Exercise Hedgehog. Photo: Kara Bull: Crown…