PEOPLE with long-term conditions such as COPD, diabetes and heart disease should have their BMI checked and recorded ‘at least once a year’, NICE has said reports Pulse Today. In draft guidance published today, NICE said that adults with long-term conditions should have their BMI…

SOARING wildlife admissions into RSPCA centres last year has prompted the charity to urge people in Essex to help wildlife by creating a safe haven in their gardens and local green spaces. Last year, a whopping 10,209 wild animals were admitted to the charity’s wildlife…

JEROUNDS Primary Academy is hosting a family Inflatable fun day on Saturday 5th July 2025 12pm-4pm! £10 entry per child, Adults free of Charge.  Unlimited Bouncy Fun, including mega slide, disco dome, Pirate Ship, Obstacle course and more, there will also be entertainment, music, games,…

LAST weekend saw the highly anticipated Preloved Pop-Up Prom Shop arrive at The Baytree Shopping Centre where those that need that extra help financially for prom season could come along and receive a free outfit. The weekend was a massive success. The Baytree, located in…

THE paws are back in town… yes that’s right, the UK’s most talked about dog event is returning to DownHall Hotel, Spa & Estate on Bank Holiday Monday, 5th May for the ultimutt spring celebration and unleashed fun in the sun! Teaming up with leading…

NEW Edition Singers is one of the longest established harmony choirs in the Harlow area. Musical director Nathan Collins said: “We have a reputation for being a sociable, supportive group that prospers on building confidence and enthusiasm amongst our singers. “We sing in four-part harmony,…

LEADING wildlife charity, Butterfly Conservation, has revealed the dates of this year’s highly anticipated Big Butterfly Count, which will take place from 18 July – 10 August. The annual citizen science programme, which is now in its 16th year, attracts tens of thousands of people…

JOIN THEM as they bring the very best comedians to The Harlow Playhouse. See comedians you know and love and discover new talent that we love from the UK comedy circuit and beyond. Tonight’s show features the magnificent Ivo Graham, Markus Birdman, James Beatty and…

POTTER Street Pals Easter Fete. Full details below.

REHEARSALS for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Passmores Academy are in full swing, and the cast is making fantastic progress. A spokesperson said: “The energy and excitement are building as everyone works hard to bring this magical production to life. Meanwhile, our creative teams…

A FANTASTIC Sunday Funday is set to come to The Link in May. The Funday, on Sunday May 25th is organised by Nourished Inspirations CIC and has a whole host of exciting events including: sports events, bouncy castle, arts and craft stations, mascots, face paint, raffle…

A FUNDRAISER is being held in support of a man who is planning to run the Brighton Marathon for a very good cause. Andrew Brace is taking on the 26 mile challenge in April for the National Autistic Society. Details of the quiz night are…

WHILE plenty of attention is focused on the Cheltenham Festival, there is still racing action elsewhere across the country including at Chelmsford on Thursday evening.  The action kicks off at 5.05pm with a seven furlong amateur jockeys’ handicap in class six before the card comes…

ST Clare Hospice is looking for extra hands to help run one of its quirkiest shops. The charity is in need of more people to volunteer at its Scarlet Vintage and Retro shop in Harlow town centre, which is home to a hand-picked selection of…