POLICE forces have agreed a wide-ranging series of measures to repair the “broken” relationship with the media, including releasing mugshots for all custodial sentences reports Hold The Front Page. Journalists are hailing a new era in police-press relations as a result of the proposed changes…

JULIA Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children. Zog is the keenest dragon in Madam Dragon’s school. He’s also the most accident-prone, flying into trees, and even setting his own wing alight. Thankfully,…

COMMUNITY Embrace are hosting a Spring Event and they would love you to be part of something special.A spokesperson said: “In support of our Pantry, Hygiene Bank and Annual Food & commUNITY Fun Day, we need your help to raise vital funds at our Spring…

MORE than £1.3 million of taxpayers’ money is being earmarked to develop job-saving AI technology at Essex County Council – estimated to save almost £1 million a year by next year. It comes after work in 2024/25 to look at the effectiveness and affordability of…

HARDY Manaf of Corporation Street, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, appeared at Colchester Magistrates’ Court on Monday 9 March where he was placed on the Sex Offenders Register. The 44-year-old will be required to register with the police in accordance with the Sexual Offences Act 2003 after…

COMMUNITIES across the UK will benefit as the government backs high quality and trustworthy local journalism with a new local media action plan. Speaking at the Society of Editors Future of News Conference today (Tuesday 17 March), the Culture Secretary will back the essential role…

FOR the first time, rail passengers will be able to claim Delay Repay directly from wherever they buy their ticket making it quicker and easier to apply for compensation. Currently, passengers have to contend with a complex system across 14 different train companies, which creates…

HERE are a few of the events celebrating St Patrick’s Day around Harlow and surrounding area. Purple Emperor Small Copper The Crown The Gate, Sawbridgeworth

THE Sheep Field Barn at Henry Moore Studios & Gardens will re-open on 1 April 2026 following a major redevelopment by leading architecture and urban design practice DSDHA. The reimagined space, at the heart of Moore’s former home and work-place in Hertfordshire reflects the artist’s…

ESSEX Police is celebrating after their Dog Team’s success at this year’s Eastern Region Police Dog Trials, held at three locations in Essex between 11 and 13 March. The three-day event brought together skilled handlers and dogs from Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk, and the joint…

HARLOW Council has secured a long-awaited deal to purchase the former Odeon site, paving the way for its full redevelopment as part of the town centre’s complete regeneration. The old cinema – which has stood empty for years and has become, for many residents, a…

A HARLOW man has been charged with a number of breaches of sexual harm prevention orders. Richard Tillbrook, aged 45, of Spencers Croft, Harlow was charged with the following. Between February 17th 2025 and January 29th 2026, at Harlow, without reasonable excuse, did something, namely,…

A POPULAR Harlow gym, which closed its doors at the end of January, has gone into administration. Ripped Gym in Wych Elm closed on January 31st, citing loss of trade. Owner, Michelle Meade Wyatt stated: “There are simply too many gyms in a small catchment…

FAMILIES visiting The Harvey Centre this Easter will have the chance to meet the Easter Bunny in person, as the much-loved character hops into the centre on Thursday 2 April. The Easter Bunny will be appearing at intervals between 12:00pm and 3:30pm, giving children and…