Michael Casey
THOUSANDS of children are taking part in My Future to boost career aspirations. My Future gives children early exposure to the world of work. It has reached almost 27,000 pupils in 80 schools with 560,000 fun and interactive experiences. Children from Sacred Heart School in…
A HARLOW man has been jailed following the theft of a bike in Cheshunt. The bike was stolen from outside the Laura Trott Leisure Centre on Friday 5 December. Two people were then arrested in Bishops Stortford after the bike was seen advertised for sale…
A HARLOW man has pleaded guilty to failing to provide a specimen of breath for a breath test. Paul Melisi, aged 39, of The Maples, Harlow made the plea at Chelmsford magistrates court. On October 10th, 2025, at Harlow, when suspected of having driven a…
AN AWARD scheme recognising the courage of children and young people diagnosed with cancer has launched in the East of England. Around 380 children in the region are diagnosed with the disease every year.* Nominations for the Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People…
LONDON Stansted had its busiest-ever November as it prepares for what is forecast to be a record-breaking festive season. The airport welcomed 2.14 million passengers during the month, beating the previous November total set in 2024. The top three busiest destinations were Istanbul, Dublin and Edinburgh, while the most popular countries during the month were Spain, Italy and Germany. Airline punctuality during the month was…
A HARLOW teenager has been charged with a number of offences Shane Hafford, aged 19, of Hollyfield, Harlow appeared at Chelmsford magistrates court charged with the following. On November 24th, 2025 at Harlow dishonestly undertook or assisted in the retention, removal, disposal or realisation of…
ANYONE missing a loved one during the festive season is invited to join Parndon Wood Cemetery & Crematorium’s Christmas carol and memorial service for some comfort and company. Whether they are living in – or visiting – the communities around the crematorium, they are welcome…
A COUNCIL’S High Court action to attempt to stop asylum seekers from living at an Essex hotel has cost £277,425 so far, the BBC has learned. Epping Forest District Council won an interim injunction to close The Bell Hotel in Epping to migrants in August,…
TRAIN operator Greater Anglia is calling on schools across East Anglia to apply to take part in a free rail safety education programme, delivered in partnership with Rail Safe Friendly. The programme helps improve rail safety awareness for children and young people across Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex,…
THERE’S more all-weather action at Chelmsford Racecourse this Thursday evening and this week’s card features eight races; five handicaps and three novice races. Read on for a full preview of the Chelmsford card, courtesy of BOYLE Sports, who provide all the latest horse racing odds.…
THE Christmas memory train event brings Christmas cheer to local residents with dementia. The festive spirit was in full swing at the 8th annual Christmas memory train event, welcoming residents living with dementia or mild cognitive impairment, along with their family, friends and carers. Participants…
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced two finalists of a competition to help close the tax gap, bringing together expertise from across the UK’s private sector to harness innovative, data-driven solutions to identify deliberate tax evasion. The competition was launched in July 2025, exploring…
PEAR Tree Mead Christmas Bazaar this weekend
THE East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST) has moved to REAP (Resource Escalation Action Plan) Level 4, the highest escalation level, in response to sustained high demand on the service and handover delays at hospitals increasing. This step aligns with similar actions taken by other…
1300 hrs Firefighters have been working throughout the morning to extinguish the fire. Crews have been taking the silo apart to tackle any remaining hotspots. 0500 hrs: FOUR crews are currently at the scene of an industrial unit fire near Station Approach, Harlow Mill. Firefighters…
AS we brace ourselves for chillier days and look forward to more indoor gatherings and seasonal social events with friends and family, now is the ideal time to remind ourselves of behaviours that can reduce the spread of respiratory infections known to peak during the…
