ESSEX County Council is reminding smokers of the support available to help them quit this Stoptober. Whether it’s your first time trying to quit or you’ve made previous attempts, Stoptober is the perfect opportunity to make a positive change. Research shows that if you can…

THE line-up has been announced for Harlow’s special “See You Soon” music event, taking place this Sunday (19 October) from 1pm to 7pm outside the bandstand in Harlow Town Park. The free event will bring together a fantastic mix of local artists and bands to…

THE 44th Cambridge Film Festival launches on Thursday 23 October 2025 with a red-carpet Gala opening, kicking off 11 consecutive days of world-class cinema, guest events and conversation at the Arts Picturehouse, Cambridge.  This extended schedule, spanning two weekends, offers audiences more opportunities than ever…

SOMEWHERE out there, in the murky no-man’s-land between reality and “are you pulling my leg?” there’s a mechanical island inhabited entirely by dads. Bodged together out of mangled metal and broken dreams, Dad Island is a flawed coping mechanism that barely manages to hold itself…

Carmen – the most powerful, enjoyable, and tuneful opera Music by Georges Bizet. Sung in French with English Subtitles Performed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live Orchestra numbering over 30 musicians. We are delighted to bring…

THE founder of a home care provider offering care across Essex has won Executive of the Year at the 2025 Leaders in Care Awards, held on October 7 at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham.  Lausa Biragi, founder and managing director of You & I…

AS communities mark World Mental Health Day (10 October), ACL Essex, the adult learning provider, is highlighting the crucial role that learning, connection and community support play in protecting and improving mental wellbeing. New figures reveal that 6,069 people died by suicide in England and…

CHELMSFORD Racecourse presents its latest all-weather meeting on Thursday evening, hosting nine races; seven handicaps, a novice and a maiden. Read on for a full preview of and tips for the Chelmsford card, courtesy of Boyle Sports, who provide all the latest horse racing betting. The…

AT Safer Places, we aim to drive down the incidence and impact of domestic abuse and to support those who use our services in their journey to recovery, resilience, and independence. Our support is client-led and holistic, meaning every family member receives specialised person-centred support.…

FAMILIES across Harlow are set to benefit from a new school uniform campaign – “Uniforms for All – Reducing Waste, Supporting Families” – launched by Harlow Hive, with Stewards taking the role of flagship school. Campaign founder at Harlow Hive, Ann Rumelhart, said: “This campaign is about making…

HARLOW Concert Band celebrate 50th anniversary. Full details below.

A WALTHAM Abbey care home is bringing residents, their loved ones, and members of the community closer together through its Friends of Ashbrook Court initiative. The programme, which meets monthly at Ashbrook Court Care Home, on Sewardstone Road, offers a welcoming, inclusive space where people…

LOCAL disability charity Accuro is celebrating the arrival of a brand new minibus, made possible thanks to the generous support of three funders — The Cherry Foundation, MAG (Stansted Airport) and The Axis Foundation. The specially adapted vehicle will help more children, young people and…

LEADING bus operator Arriva has launched a new safety campaign to highlight the risks of distraction when crossing the road, particularly during the darker autumn and winter months. Stay Alert: Stay Alive is aimed at encouraging all pedestrians to take extra care, avoid using their…