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A COMMITMENT from one of the UK’s leading training providers to create at least 25,000 newly-qualified apprentices over the next five years has been described as “extraordinary and powerful” by Harlow MP Robert Halfon. To mark National Apprenticeship Week, Realise has pledged to deliver a…
ESSEX Highways is calling on landowners with ditches and low hanging trees near roads to make sure these are cleared and cut back ahead of the spring. Carrying out this work ensures that roads and pathways are kept clear as vegetation grows during the warmer…
STAFF at one of the UK’s largest ambulance services have voted in favour of strike action in a dispute over pay reports the BBC. The GMB union said of its members at the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) who took part in…
A DAY nursery for babies from 3 months old, set in beautiful countryside surroundings, offering a warm, welcoming and safe environment to ensure your child’s individual needs are met and their interests nurtured. Opening hours will be 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year…
THE Royal Mail has defended its decision to move a number of postmen and women from their routes. Routes they have served for years and become, as many residents described, essential members of their community. Last week, YH published a letter from an Upper Park…
ON Wednesday 25th January, Mark Hall Academy welcomed a representative from David Wilson Homes to deliver an assembly for their Year 8 students. The housebuilder, responsible for the Sawbridge Park development in Sawbridgeworth, used the assembly to provide useful insight into how students can stay safe…
SCHOOLS, high streets and main roads will benefit from improved crossings and junctions to support walking and cycling, reduce emissions and boost local economies, thanks to a £200 million fund announced today (6 February). Active Travel England is today inviting local authorities in England…
GREATER Anglia is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week, with more than 100 staff currently undertaking qualifications. The train company offers fully funded apprenticeships to all its staff, regardless of their age or the stage of their career, giving them the chance to develop and improve their…
THE case of two parents charged over the death of their 11-week-old boy is set to go to trial in June. Ellodie Goncalves, 31, of Joyners Field, Harlow, was charged with the murder of her son Malik Goncalves in August 2020. Malik’s father, Muritala Olaiya-Imam,…
THE HARLOW Tories have broken their silence to give their under-fire leader their “total confidence”. In a joint statement, the cabinet has stated that they have “given their support and expressed their total confidence in the leader Russell Perrin” adding ‘we are committed to delivering…
A MEMBER of staff at Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) has told GB News of her concerns over immigration. The Camilla Tominey programme on Sunday morning came live from The Master Barista in The Water Gardens. As part of their People’s Panel, three Harlow residents (Keith,…
A COUNCILLOR for the area which includes The Stow has pledged to step up a meeting in light of a number of incidents in her ward. Mark Hall ward councillor Lanie Shears said: “I was concerned to hear of the disturbances and anti-social behaviour in…
THE Prosperity Network provides opportunities, connections, and resources for local businesses to grow sustainably making the economy more resilient around East Herts, Epping Forest, Uttlesford, Broxbourne and Harlow. YH spoke to Anita Thornberry, Executive Director of the Haven Gateway Partnership about the Prosperity Network and how…
FEBRUARY HALF TERM! JOIN them throughout the week for lots of exciting activities. Remember that trail activities, parking and entry is completely free of charge. They will be setting up a Safari Trail for all of the young explorers out there which will be open…
FROM today households across Great Britain who don’t use mains gas for heating will start receiving £200 towards their energy bills as the Alternative Fuel Payment (AFP) scheme launches. Most will get the £200 AFP automatically as a credit on their electricity bill but some…
LONDON Stansted’s community arm is celebrating the new year by relaunching with a new name and committee. Stansted Airport Community Fund will replace Stansted Airport Community Trust and provide £150,000 a year in grants to local charities and community groups within a ten-mile radius of…
