Michael Casey
A HARLOW resident has been jailed for driving on a number of occasions without holding a driving licence. Alexandru Chifor, aged 31, of Primrose Field, Harlow, was sentenced at Chelmsford magistrates court for the following. On January 1st, 2021 at Harlow, driver a Vauxhall Combo…
TODAY, the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House launches a groundbreaking pilot programme for young musicians from underrepresented backgrounds. The new scheme will work with young musicians aged 18-25, prioritising engagement with young people from the global majority and other underrepresented backgrounds. The scheme will…
A HOMELESS woman who experienced “relationship problems” was kept waiting two months for temporary accommodation by an Essex council, according to a local government watchdog reports the Local Democracy Reporter. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman criticised Harlow Council for delaying asking for evidence…
SINCE her election in June, we have invited Bush Fair councillor, Kay Morrison to send us a monthly blog. Here is her contribution for August. THE telecommunications masts were refused, so jubilation reigns. A celebratory party is planned in at least one area. Photos next…
IT may seem appropriate that in the week that soap opera Neighbours ended, we interviewed the daughter of the man who wrote the theme tune for another Aussie soap, The Sullivans. However, we know Eugenie Harvey as the former deputy leader of Harlow Council, who…
CHARITY event at The Cock Pub for Haven House Children’s Hospice. Full details on poster below.
Dear Editor, I’m hoping some of the YourHarlow readers may be able to help. Harlow Museum’s current exhibition ’75 Years of Music in Harlow’ covers a wide range of musical activity in the town. There is a lot of information there, and it’s great to…
FAMILIES can bag themselves a bargain this summer with no admission fees for children visiting Henry Moore Studios & Gardens during the school summer holidays. One of Hertfordshire’s most popular family attractions, Henry Moore Studios & Gardens, is helping parents to save some pennies while…
National and leading GP joins Active Essex as new Chair Appointment will help drive the strategic direction of the Essex systems Fit for the Future strategy. Active Essex, the Active Partnership for Essex, has announced that Dr William Bird will be joining the Board as…
THE cost of replacing a hospital where half of the main building is in an unacceptable condition has risen by £250m, it has emerged reports the BBC. Work on Harlow’s Princess Alexandra Hospital was meant to be completed by 2025. It has been delayed to 2028.…
SARACENS Foundation are delivering SEND Holiday provision in Harlow. Camps are free to attend for young people with disabilities aged 8-14. Venue: Harlow Rugby Club (CM20 3FD) from Monday 8th August – Thursday 11th August, 10am until 2pm. Book here:
THE HARLOW councillor in charge of the environment has praised community groups for their work in the town. YH met up with the Portfolio Holder for the Environment, cllr Nicky Purse (Cons) up on the green opposite St Mary Magdalene Church to fin you more…
1730 hrs: The M11 northbound between J7A – J8 towards @STN_Airport is closed due to a field fire adjacent to the carriageway. Essex Fire Service are at the location and dealing with the blaze. For more info and diversion details please follow the below link.…
A FORMER leader of Harlow Council is set to stand down at the next local elections. Harlow Common councillor Mark Wilkinson made the announcement at a meeting of the Potter Street Residents Association on Wednesday night. He was up for re-election in 2023 and with…
THE LEADER of Harlow Labour has expressed his concerns over possible increases in charges by Tory-run Essex County Council in order to keep the street lights on. Councillor Chris Vince said: “I was hugely disappointed to hear that Essex County Council are even considering increasing…
DEMAND Responsive Transport for Harlow. Full details below.
