EAST of England constabulary areas record another increase in shoplifting – Usdaw concerned about the impact on retail staff. Retail trade union Usdaw is deeply concerned by today’s police recorded crime statistics showing that in in the year to March, there were increases in shoplifting…

EPPING Forest District councillors voted unanimously on a motion to call on the Government to immediately and permanently close the Bell Hotel in Epping for the purposes of asylum processing at a full council meeting on 24 July. In a tense and emotional debate councillors spoke of…

A NEW survey by Safety Group UK showed that over half of UK adults (51.7%) plan to host or attend barbecues this summer. A Harlow resident shares his story of the serious burns he incurred at a family barbecue. Case Study: Alfie Preater – Harlow,…

A FURTHER two people have been charged and will appear in court following our continuing investigation into recent incidents of disorder in Epping. The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised Essex Police to charge a further two people following the recent disorder in Epping. The latest…

EAST Herts District Council is preparing for the launch of its new waste and recycling collection service, due to begin on Monday, 4 August 2025. As part of this change, all households will shortly receive a letter outlining whether their collection day is changing and…

Update: Monday: Statement from Essex Police “We are investigating a vehicle fire, which was reported to have taken place at around 2.15am on Saturday 26 July, in Fieldfare, Harlow. “The fire caused substantial damage to a parked car.“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the cause and…

THE Essex Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) team is pleased to announce the publication of its latest Progress Report, detailing important advancements in aligning local education provision with the skills needs of employers across the region. This updated report marks a significant milestone in Essex’s…

A DISPERSAL order will be put in place on Sunday to ensure the community in Epping is safe. The order, which is in place from 12pm on Sunday 27 July until 8am on Monday 28 July, covers an area including the town centre and transport…

ADULT learning provider ACL Essex is significantly expanding its career-focused curriculum for 2025-26, with a renewed emphasis on apprenticeships and skills development to boost job prospects and strengthen communities across Essex. Building on its existing career-led approach, ACL Essex’s enhanced curriculum is designed to equip…

NEW data gathered by Legal Expert reveals that the force caught 77,573 people speeding in the year ending March 2025. Speeding drivers get three points added to their license as a minimum. Reaching 12 points within three years will disqualify them from driving. The fixed…

JOIN artists Weng-io Wong and Harry Watson for an enthralling cycling tour. These tours are connected with  Weng-io’s STAIR residency.  She has teamed up with Harry Watson from Snootie. Harry has grown up cycling around Harlow. Together they will reflect on the relationship between the sculptures,…

ESSEX County Council, with the support of Essex Police and the SERP, is set to implement new road safety measures on the A414 to help reduce fatal and serious collisions. The measures include speed restrictions, signing and the introduction of average speed cameras along the…

PEOPLE who pay their tax through Self Assessment are to benefit from new services, making the process simpler and easier, the Government has announced. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has set out a series of measures, as part of its Transformation Roadmap (published 21 July), to support…

A MAJOR development at the Harlow Innovation Park is set to bring in millions of pounds in investment to the local economy, as well as create hundreds of new jobs, as Harlow Council continues to Build Harlow’s Future. The council is leading a bold and…