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IN an iconic Love Actually style video, the Leader of Harlow Council, Cllr Dan Swords, has announced that a major Christmas Market will light up the town centre in December. The town’s festive celebrations will kick off in spectacular style on Saturday 6 December with…
Harlow councillor with responsibility for crime says criticism of police neither “fair or justified”
Dear Sir, THERE has been pointed criticism of the actions of local police officers this week. I do not feel that criticism is fair or justified. The right approach has been taken during what has been a challenging week. In August, reported crime in Harlow…
A LARGE number of police officers were seen in the Felmongers area of Harlow as they continue to search for those responsible for a number of incidents across Harlow. On Tuesday afternoon, a number of men armed with machetes had a fight in broad daylight.…
ON Sunday, Tye Green Indoor Bowling Club hosted an open day. There were hundreds of visitors to the Bush Fair club. It was also the opening for community champion, Herty’s new Afrocentric Lounge. The leader of Harlow Council, Dan Swords popped in. Councillor Swords said:…
WELL done to all 37 teams who attended the Best Team Football Qualifying events at Passmores today. There were a staggering 68 matches played by more than 300 pupils participating. A massive thank you to the young leaders from Passmores, who officiated superbly to get…
WE are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to work alongside our Nursery Manager to lead our class for 3–4 year-old children. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Early Years educator to work within our highly motivated, passionate team. Key roles will include (please see job description for a detailed breakdown): Working alongside staff…
THE REFORM councillor for Mark Hall has asked the leader of Harlow Council a number of questions on their finances. Councillor Paul Jago asked the questions at the council meeting on September 18th. Councillor Paul Jago to Councillor Dan Swords (Leader of the Council): So,…
A HARLOW man has been fined after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a woman. Michael McConachie, aged 56, of Canons Brook, Harlow pled to the following at Chelmsford magistrates court. On May 19th, 2025 at Chelmsford intentionally touched a woman aged 16 or over and…
IT’S pantomime time already! Harlow District Council’s wonderful. Oh no it isn’t! Oh yes it is! You think it’s too early for pantomime? Rehearsals are well under way, I’ll have you know, and Harlow Playhouse is gearing itself up for the best season ever. I…
IN the last few weeks I have been struggling to know what to say. Whilst this happens occasionally, it seldom lasts as long as this. From hostility and hatred hurled at others in the street, to evidence of extreme nationalism being unfurled on our roadside…
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THE Met is appealing for the public’s help to identify 11 people following violent disorder at protests in central London on Saturday, 13 September. Throughout the day, there were several incidents across central London, the majority linked to the ‘Unite the Kingdom’ protest in and…
“1,100 MORE crimes solved in the last year shows our commitment to tackling ‘real crime’”. That’s from our Chief Constable reacting to new figures which show we’re continuing to solve more crime than last year. In the year to the end of August, we solved…
CHARITIES, sports clubs, and community groups across Essex and Hertfordshire are being reminded there’s still time to apply for the Stansted Airport Community Fund’s (SACF) annual Flagship Award, worth up to £50,000. The prestigious award is given once a year to an outstanding project within…
HARLOW Town Cricket Club fell to another disappointing defeat Hawks batted first and scored a solid 230 for 5 in their 50 overs. Kirkk Samuels top scored with 50. Once again, there was a profligate 45 extras. Harlow’s batsmen got starts but never really pushed…
ON Sunday evening, The Chocolate Run welcomed the family of popular TCR guest Greg Burton, who sadly died in July 2022. Greg’s Mum, Elaine, and family tirelessly fundraise in Greg’s memory all year round and came along to Sunday’s Drop-in to hand over a cheque…





