MARK Hall Academy’s Battle of the Bands was won by the mightily impressive Hexed. We will have a full report on Monday but in the meantime, we went down to the Harlow College Glasshouse Theatre to film Rose, Lily, Chloe and Ashton in rehearsal. They…

THE WONDERFUL thing about Pizza Express in The Water Gardens, Harlow is the warmth of the whole experience. The new layout is full of rich colours and attractive decor. There is also plenty of space. so whether you are a couple or a large group,…

By Helen Miller STUNNING new statues of Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh, which were sculpted just a few miles from Harlow, have been unveiled at the Royal Albert Hall in London by their son King Charles and Queen Camilla. The King looked…

ON THURSDAY, Mark Hall Academy held their annual Battle of the Bands competition at The Glassbox Theatre, Harlow College. YH went down to rehearsals to film each band. Here is Secondhand Rose. They are Alishia, Ana, Harry, Bella, Joey, Jacob, Taylor and Daisy. https://youtu.be/yoLtOKSS9yo?si=cn-t4mVeDuicY5YK

A MUM-of-three is championing a new scheme to encourage mothers back into work and to set up their own franchises after seeing the benefits herself after building performing arts schools across Essex. Emma Murphy, a mum from Essex, set up her first Make Believe performing…

THE Salvation Army is set to host a Toy Service. Full details below.

THE return of the full Stansted Express service next month will provide a timely boost to the airport following a successful year that has seen London Stansted maintain its status as the fastest recovering major UK airport. This was the headline message from the airport’s…

HARLOW Art Trust, the guardians of Harlow Sculpture Town, are delighted to announce that Minerva by the artist Irena Posner, will be unveiled in Harlow Town Park, Harlow, on Saturday 18 November at 12 pm. Harlow has a proud tradition of placing contemporary sculpture in…

HARLOW Chorus is entering into the Christmas spirit with a performance of George Frideric Handel’s much-loved oratorio, Messiah, at St John’s Church, Epping, CM16 5DN, on Saturday 9th December at 7pm. The German born composer, who settled in London in 1712, composed the work in what scholars…

KINGSMOOR Academy Reception: The school invites you to series of open events. Full details below. Click below for more details. https://kingsmooracademy.attrust.org.uk

WELCOME to the world of Flooring Elegance, where Direct Flooring Online is your friendly neighbourhood haven for homeowners and interior enthusiasts alike. Situated in Hoddesdon, just six miles from Harlow, this family-owned gem is all about turning houses into homes. With a user-friendly website and…

WINTER has arrived, and it’s time to pack your bags, wrap up warm, and jet off to a beautiful European Christmas market. Enjoy mulled wine, spiced hot chocolate and roasted chestnuts as you wander through the streets and squares of one of Europe’s delightful winter…

THIS year’s Christmas production at Victoria Hall Theatre, Old Harlow, is E.Nesbit’s timeless classic, The Railway Children. Running from 20th December – 31st December. Tickets Adult £16 / Child/OAP £14 available fromticketsource.co.uk/victoriahalltheatre A truly heart-warming story for all the family, the story is set at…

A TALENTED St Edmund’s College & Prep School pupil recently showcased her exceptional dancing and acrobatic abilities at the prestigious ‘Gymnastique Magique’ competition, which is held annually at Disneyland Paris as part of its Performing Arts OnStage programme. Year 10 student, Theodora D., who lives…