ON Friday afternoon, Stewards Academy held their annual celebration of culture and diversity. The afternoon began in the dining room, with a selection of foods from across the world. From Ghana to Bulgaria to India. After that, a packed hall was entertained with dancing, fashion…

A NUMBER of roads in Harlow were in complete gridlock all weekend due to a number of major roads being closed off for “improvements” As we reported on Saturday, Velizy Avenue and surrounding roads were shut off. Traffic on the other main roads (First Avenue,…

A VILLAGE primary school in Hertfordshire is set to close at the end of next year due to falling pupil numbers reports the Local Democracy Reporter. Albury Church of England Primary School, near Little Hadham, offers 12 places per year group with a total capacity…

NEARLY 3.7TBs of data has been given out to 146 residents since January this year by Epping Council’s customer services team. A spokesperson said: “We’re part of the National Databank, run by the Good Things Foundation, a UK digital inclusion charity. They provide free mobile…

MEMORIAL University might have to say goodbye to its campus in the United Kingdom, as staff work to address the institution’s $20 million deficit and declining student enrolment at home reports the Canadian Broadcasting Company. “We are outspending our revenue, and as a consequence we…

ST Clare Hospice is putting out a call for artists, both amateur and professional, to submit a design which will bring to life a majestic blank canvas lion sculpture, and is holding a Meet The Muse information evening on Thursday 13th November for anyone interested…

GREATER Anglia has recognised volunteers in Essex who have been working with the train operator to help care for their local rail stations. At the train operator’s annual Station Adoption Awards, the best achievements of the last 12 months from amongst its 330-strong team of…

HUNDREDS of Harlow residents attended a service of remembrance at Harlow Town Park on Sunday morning. The service was led by The Reverend Michael Ryman and organised by the Royal British Legion (Harlow Town Branch). Among the dignitaries were: Harlow MP Chris Vince, Chairman of…

THIS year’s pantomime at the Spotlight Theatre in Hoddesdon has been cancelled due to “operational issues”, a councillor has said reports the Local Democracy Reporter. Snow White had been due to run between December 11 and December 30, but the council-owned theatre will now host…

HIS Majesty The King will lead the UK in the annual two-minute silence to remember those who have fallen and suffered in conflict at the National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph.  The King will be joined by members of The Royal Family, the Prime…

FOLLOWING the introduction of three-weekly collections, East Herts and North Herts Councils have launched a new mobile app to help residents manage their waste and recycling more easily. The councils recognise that the change in service has created challenges for some households, particularly with remembering…

Michaelians vs Harlow Hawks – Division 1 (27.10.25)Final Score: Michaelians 62 – 67 Harlow Hawks THE schedule had the teams facing off against each other again in the reverse fixture in a short space of time.  Having lost to Michaelians in a tight battle just…

THE Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) has announced the winner of its DAISY Awards® programme for August 2025. The programme enables patients, families, and colleagues to honour a nurse or midwife who has made a difference to their care and to shine a spotlight on…

OBITUARIES and tributes can come in many forms. I would like to write my tribute to Tye Green resident Terry Pusey, who has passed away, aged 66, after a short illness. Every few months, I would pop in to the Garden of India on a…