THE number of days since migrants were last recorded arriving in the UK after crossing the Channel is on the eve of becoming the longest stretch of its kind in seven years reports LBC. The most recent date on which people reached the English coast…

EPPING travel agents Epping Travel and Cruises has been named one of the top five travel agencies in the East of England, and a finalist for the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies in the UK award. The winners will be announced in April. Owner Ian…

ONE of the leading national recruiters has warned that a ‘perfect storm’ of issues means there will be fewer ‘Santa’s Little Helpers’ than the country needs. A combination of older drivers retiring, a shocking road network, long hours, poor pay and driving test delays mean…

PLANS for a huge data centre that could bring significant financial benefits to Epping have been approved. Epping Forest DC approved Google’s outline plans for a data centre on North Weald Airfield – described as a “nationally significant and sustainable development” – dispute concerns around…

ONE HUNDRED businesses across Essex are being challenged to provide young people with meaningful experiences of the world of work across 100 days. ‘100 in 100’ was launched this week by the Essex Growth Agency, in partnership with the Greater Essex Careers Hub. It was hosted by…

EXERTIS UK has confirmed proposals to slash its workforce, just weeks after the business was sold to German private equity firm Aurelius. reports mobilenews The UK technology distributor has informed staff of plans that could reduce headcount from approximately 1,200 employees to around 130, subject to consultation. Exertis…

HARLOW Hospital Radio was delighted to welcome Harlow Council leader Dan Swords to our studio recently to talk about Christmas in Harlow, and in a separate interview, the future of Harlow. The chat was interspersed with some of Dan’s musical favourites, showing a wide range…

HARLOW Amateur Theatre set to host Christmas Fayre. Click below for more details.  Christmas Fayre – This Sunday at The GPCA, Harlow!  Get ready for a fantastic festive day out for the whole family! We’re opening our doors this Sunday for a Christmas celebration you…

HARLOW Town Centre Christmas Market opens today! https://twitter.com/HarlowCouncil/status/1999455760749666746?s=20 https://twitter.com/HarlowCouncil/status/1998416565520285764?s=20

ESSEX Police have put in place a dispersal order in response to planned protest activity near to RAF Wethersfield tomorrow morning, Saturday 13 December. The order will be in place from 6am until 10pm and covers Sculpins Lane and adjoining access roads leading to RAF…

ST Elizabeth’s School is proud to announce that it has been named Independent School of the Year at the 2025 Education Today Awards, a nationally recognised celebration of excellence across the education sector. The award acknowledges the school’s outstanding commitment to personalised learning, innovative practice,…

ONE of Stewards Academy’s annual traditions is the Christmas Fete organised by staff to raise funds for the ‘Stewards Christmas Appeal’. All monies raised are invested back into the school and local community to support those in need. Planning and preparation for the event starts…

THE Range and Wilko, both part of the CDS Superstores family of brands, will again close all stores for Boxing Day to give hardworking colleagues a longer Christmas break with which to celebrate with their loved ones.  Both brands’ stores, along with Garden Centres by…

RAINBOW Services are in full festive swing, spreading cheer to the people of Harlow. Charity Age UK have warned that up to 1.5 million older people are set to be alone this Christmas. The Community Builder team at Rainbow Services are battling social isolation and…