THIRTEEN years of Conservative mismanagement has left the NHS without the doctors and nurses it needs, and patients are paying the price says Harlow Labour leader Chris Vince. People are finding it impossible to get a GP appointment or an operation when they need one.…

THE forcible instalment of prepayment energy meters in homes of customers over 85 in Britain will be banned under new rules from the regulator Ofgem. Suppliers will also have to give customers more chances to clear their debts before making them switch.  It comes after…

ESSEX Firefighters have responded to multiple reports of smoke seen in the area near Vicarage Lane West in North Weald. When the fire crews arrived they reported that the fire was affecting a large commercial building.  At 7:30pm, firefighters reported the fire was under control…

LAST November, Essex Police proudly became a White Ribbon Accredited organisation and on Thursday 13 April, we mounted the plaque for all to see at the Chief’s House at Headquarters. White Ribbon is a global campaign that encourages people, especially men and boys, to take…

EMERGENCY Alerts is a UK government service to warn you via your mobile phone or tablet of a danger to life nearby, such as severe flooding, or other dangers to life, health or property in the area you’re located. Emergency Alerts are sent to all…

A NUMBER of residents contacted YH when they saw a lot of smoke coming from the south part of town on Sunday morning, therefore, we contacted the Fire Service. An Essex Fire and Rescue spokesperson said: “We were called to reports of smoke seen in…

ALMOST 16,000 parents and carers across Essex will find out the outcome of their primary school applications today (Monday 17 April).  Out of a total of 15,923 applications received, 14,455 pupils who are due to start in Reception Year in September 2023 have been offered their…

PLANS have been submitted to demolish two derelict social housing blocks Occasio House in Harlow provided young homeless people with accommodation and support. The complex closed in 2016 and the owner was told it would cost millions to replace its aluminium cladding following the Grenfell…

ANDRES Cruz, as seen on The Voice UK, is our very own international superstar ready to set the stage alight as Bruno Mars in 24K BRUNO…. Andres Cruz is our very own international superstar ready to set the stage alight as Bruno Mars in 24K…

Dear Editor, ONE would have thought that with our local MP’s recent announcement (not credited to the local council, district or county I might add) that the pothole issue would be dealt with in Harlow would have put a lid on the issue. It is,…

Update: Statement from Essex Police Officers investigating the death of a man are appealing to the public for witnesses and information. We were called shortly before 5.15pm on Sunday 16 April following concerns for a man in Harlow. Officers attended Bush Fair, Harlow, where they…

THIS should be a comfortable Conservative hold but it is still an interesting ward. In David Carter, the Tories have one of the hardest working ward councillors in the town. David just gets on with it. If there is an issue that people feel the…

STEWARDS Academy’s Phoenix Pathway pupils have experienced brilliant opportunities during March. The Year 11 group were invited to Emmanuel College, University of Cambridge. Pupils were spoken to about university life, given a tour of the campus, and participated in activities. Head Girl, Leslie, said: “Going…

THE Leader of the Harlow Alliance Party, Nicholas Taylor, has launched the Party’s Local Election campaign by saying “It is time for change, there is no place for national political rivalries in your Council”. Mr Taylor said: “Across the UK millions of voters are turning…