STEM Academy was proud to open its doors to more than 100 NHS nurses, doctors, and healthcare specialists for an inspiring and informative conference focused on Dementia care. Across the day, our visitors engaged in expert led presentations, panel discussions, and networking sessions, transforming our…

HARLOW podcaster Martin Colton has produced over 400 podcasts since he launched The Martin Talk Show a few years ago. We have published a few over the years and found them really entertaining and informative. Being of a certain age, we were fascinated to see…

GREATER Anglia (GA) has completed the project to fit its Stansted Express trains with tables, ahead of schedule, delivering a significant customer-focused upgrade for travellers on the popular airport link. The initiative, which was due to be fully implemented by the end of this year,…

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…

ANTISOCIAL behaviour (ASB) in The Stow has fallen by 38% over the past year following the successful implementation of the joint ‘Clear, Hold, Build’ initiative led by Harlow Council and Essex Police they claim. The initiative has focused on working closely with local residents, businesses,…

HARLOW MP Chris Vince recently visited Making Space, a series of free creative wellbeing workshops designed for unpaid carers. The sessions are hosted at Latton Bush by Harlow Art Trust in partnership with art therapist Sarah Bracey and art and eco-psychotherapist Catherine Kiff. Credit: Charlie…

A NEW collaboration has been set-up to help young people with their communication skills. As part of the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award, participants aged 14–16 took part in a series of creative, reflective writing workshops.  Councillor Tony Ball, Essex County Council’s Cabinet Member…

Dear Sir, I WAS saddened last week to hear about the proposed closure of Memorial universities Harlow campus based in Old Harlow through articles I read on both CBC and the Muse [MUN student union paper]. As a teacher of some twenty plus years, I…

ONE in 3 people over the age of 65 experience a fall every year. The most common reason for an ambulance being called to an older person is because they have had a fall. The Community Builder team at Rainbow Services want to reduce the…

SANTA will be making an early visit to Harlow on Saturday 6th December, to surprise some children and their families who have all had a tough year due to bereavement or illness. The event is being organised by Daniel Robinson & Sons Funeral Directors and…

TENANCY fraud is a serious issue affecting housing associations, which prevents people in genuine need from accessing safe and secure housing. Essex-based housing association, CHP, recently uncovered a case of tenancy fraud, reclaimed the home, and gave it to someone in need. The investigation began…

A PLANNING application for a children’s home in Newhall has been submitted to Harlow Council. The application relates to a five bedroom home in Greenfinch Way, Newhall. The application has been submitted on behalf of: Gold Cross Children’s Homes. The planning application is for the…

CHURCH Langley Community Centre Christmas Party. Full details below.

FOR families starting over after abuse, Christmas isn’t about gifts – it’s about safety, warmth, and hope. A Safer Places spokesperson said: “With your help, we can make sure every child in our refuges has something to smile about this festive season “If you’d like…