CONGRATULATIONS to the team of Years 5 and 6 from the Henry Moore school who triumphed in this afternoon’s annual Tag Rugby finals. 10 teams, who had qualified from last week’s events, returned to the Harlow Rugby Club to battle it out for the coveted…

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…

AN application to convert a house into a children’s home has been submitted to Harlow Council’s planning committee. The application is for a “Dwelling consisting of semi-assisted living and care to be provided to young people between the ages of 16-18. It is based at…

OFFICERS responding to an M25 collision, have reported 51 drivers for road-related offences. Shortly after 7.15am on Wednesday 26 February, our Roads Policing Unit officers were deployed to a two-vehicle collision on the M25 alongside colleagues in the ambulance and fire services. Both vehicles were…

ON Saturday, Harlow Town welcomed back eight of the players from the squad that took part in a historic FA Cup run in 1979-80. Firstly, well done to Ray Trowsdale, Phil Tuson and Colin Barratt for organising the day. The run was very special indeed.…

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,…

INTERNATIONAL tribute artiste Wayne Dilks and his band pay tribute to the late George Michael in this stunning show. The former frontman and producer of the hugely successful “Faith” (2017- 2018) and “Freedom!’19” tour returns in 2025 with his new production – “The George Michael…

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…

IN the eight months he has been an MP, Chris Vince has already developed a reputation as the guardian and the ambassador for young carers across the country. Mr Vince often refers to a moment in his teaching career, where a pupil attended parents evening…

A PASSENGER plane carrying more than 170 people came within 300 feet of a helicopter at Stansted during an incorrect handover of the controls reports the Local Democracy Reporter. The Ryanair plane, with 172 passengers and six crew, was making an approach on a scheduled…

SPECIALIST security providers Land Sheriffs have achieved the internationally-recognised ISO 14001 standard for their environmental management systems. As part of their commitment to becoming increasingly more sustainable, Land Sheriffs recently completed their ISO 14001 audit, achieving certification with a positive recommendation. “As a security provider…

MANY people with mental health needs are not getting the care they need, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) highlighted in a report published today, 13 March 2025. As part of its monitoring activity in 2023/2024, CQC interviewed over 4,500 people who were detained under the…

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,…