FOURTEEN more library collection points announced as over 150,000 Covid-19 tests already distributed. In the coming weeks, residents will find it even easier to access Covid-19 self-testing kits as an additional 14 collection points become operational. In total, 34 Library Collection points will be live…

A GOLDEN opportunity is available to people in Essex, to take part in a matched-funding challenge aimed at raising a total of £750,000, that will increase the amount of vital support to local community groups and charities. We have all become increasingly aware of the…

Harlow Wombles A Month On By Barry Beaton THE growth of our members is amazing, their enthusiasm, response and involvement is fantastic, each turning their frustration into action. I am extremely grateful to our administrators, moderators, co-ordinators and the many members going that extra mile…

AFTER thirteen long months, Harlow’s Junior parkrun is set to return. The 2k run starts at 9am in the showground part of Harlow Town Park. At this time, it is restricted to ages 4-10. Run Director Catherine Penketh and her team have worked tirelessly to…

Mental Health Awareness: A walk in the park with It’s Ok Not To Be Ok. Full details on poster and have a look at the video below, where Tony Wilsher explains a little bit more. https://www.youtube.com/embed/qsk4Vs3Sgho

St Luke’s Catholic Nursery offering funded childcare. Full details below.

UTILITY companies UK Power Networks and Essex and Suffolk Water are teaming up with the Citizens Advice service in Essex to tackle fuel and water poverty. Both firms maintain an active Priority Services Register, which helps identify customers who may benefit from extra support in…

DURING the easter break, Norwich City FC held a two day football camp at Mark Hall Sports Centre. Over 60 young footballers took part in the camp. After lockdown, it was great to see so many youngsters getting out and playing football. At the end…

AS part of this year’s Dying Matters Week – running 10-16 May, St Clare Hospice will be opening its virtual doors to local people to show them, ‘we are more than you think’.  The West Essex and East Hertfordshire charity will be sharing its news…

AN American author paid a personal – virtual – visit to children in Harlow to help them to overcome the challenges they face in life. Students studying ASDAN life skills at Burnt Mill Academy, in Harlow, enjoyed reading Mockingbird so much they contacted author Kathryn…

COMMUNITY groups in the Harlow area that help local people look after their hearts can now apply for a regional grant up to £10,000, thanks to national charity Heart Research UK and the Subway® brand. The Heart Research UK and Subway® Healthy Heart Grant is…

TRANSPORT Secretary Grant Shapps has today announced  £18m for cycle training across the country to ensure children and their families have the confidence to choose active travel, as the Government encourages everyone walk or cycle where possible. The funding, which is managed by The Bikeability Trust…

HARLOW… the wait is over!! We are bringing you some well deserved evening glee!  Join us on the Harlow Playhouse stage between 7pm-11pm for an evening of bubbles, nibbles and a soundtrack you will not forget. Harlow’s very own drag queen Fanny Galore will be…

IT has been great to see the large number of Harlow residents out picking litter across the town. Over the next few weeks, we want to travel across the town and showcase the work different groups, from Katherines to Old Harlow are doing. But we…