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EARLY Bird Tickets 80% sold .. Be Quick. After a ram jammed sell out first event The ESSEX SKA & REGGAE FESTIVAL returns in 2026 to Latton Park with a better, bolder, bigger line up of some of the genres finest performers. With more…
ACCORDING to new data, 13 is the age when children in the East of England are given independence, with most parents granting new freedoms, including staying home alone, looking after a sibling, and having a social media account, at this age. The research, which was…
HARLOW Council has delivered a dramatic turnaround, transforming its housing repairs service and cutting the longest standard repair waiting times from 270 working days to just 25. At its Cabinet meeting on Thursday 11 September 2025, Cabinet will consider the new Housing Repairs Policy, which…
HIGH Wych Scarecrow Festival. Full details below.
JOIN us for the Unforgettable ‘Love Never Dies’ Theatre Tour Celebrating 25 Years with TJ Higgs Embark on a mesmerising journey as we mark a quarter century of spirit service with TJ Higgs, a distinguished medium known for her profound collaborations, including her remarkable work alongside the…
THE founder of a home care provider offering care across Essex has been named a finalist in the Executive of the Year category at the Leaders in Care Awards 2025 – recognising exceptional leadership, advocacy and dedication to the care sector. Lausa Biragi, Founder and Managing…
GET ready for an evening packed with laughter, featuring four outstanding comedians. Whether you’re a casual comedy fan or a die-hard stand-up lover, this is your chance to see some of the biggest and funniest acts right on your doorstep! Expect big laughs, razor-sharp wit,…
DO you need advice or assistance? We offer FREE drop-in sessions at Harlow Foodbank! A spokesperson said: “We understand the unique challenges faced by refugees, asylum seekers and migrants, and we’re here to offer support. “You can find us there every weekday, except for Wednesdays.…
SEE out the summer with Dance Fusion. Full details below.
READY for a night of incredible live music? Come rock out with the Naked Apes! It’s going to be a night to remember, and the best part? It’s FREE! Date: Sat 6th September Time: 9 PM Grab your friends and enjoy a fantastic evening! Who’s…
HUNDREDS of Harlow music lovers have been flocking to Wembley Stadium over the last few weeks to see global megastars, Coldplay. But did you know they played The Square in Harlow? They played on May 25th, 2000. Hosted by BBC’s SteveLeMacq, the show was broadcast…
MIND in West Essex worked with pupils in Harlow over summer to help them get the best start in secondary school. The Children and Young People Mental Health Support team held a new 2-day workshop called Think & Thrive at Passmores Academy, Burnt Mill Academy…
ESSEX County Council has launched The Creative Industries Development Fund and The Cultural Development Projects Fund. The funds will help to grow and support local talent and the county’s creative industries. Credit: Essex County Council The Creative Industries Development Project Fund will offer grants between…
ST CLARE Hospice has developed a series of supportive, online classes and exercises for local people to take part in online. The videos below focus on topics like breathlessness, relaxation and mindfulness. Enjoy! Guided relaxation sessions Take a moment to pause, relax, and unwind with guided relaxation sessions, led…
ESCAPE to Treasure Island with this swashbuckling, smash-hit comedy retelling of the classic tale coming to Victoria Hall Theatre on 12th to 14th September. Featuring dastardly pirates, tropical islands, and a mermaid you’ll never forget, set sail with Jim Lad, Long John Silver and a…
THIS September, the nation is commemorating 200 years of the railway. Visit Essex is encouraging everyone to mark the occasion by visiting one of the county’s top rail attractions. Councillor Mark Durham, Chair of Visit Essex, is keen to spread the word. He said: “For…
