OFFICERS investigating the death of a man in Harlow are continuing their enquiries as part of a large-scale murder investigation.  The investigation, which launched on New Years Eve following the discovery of human remains at Oakwood Pond in Harlow has remained a priority for Essex…

ESSEX Police has issued a warning after a number of images were circulated on social media relating to the murder investigation at Oakwood Pond in Harlow. Detective Superintendent Rob Kirby said “We are aware of images, that appear to be taken at Oakwood Pond in…

A SENIOR Harlow councillor in charge of the roads across the town has decided to step down. Councillor Steve LeMay’s official title was portfolio holder for HTS, Properties and Facilities with special responsibility for the roads. However, it seems that he has decided to call…

TEACHERS will strike over pay in England and Wales on seven dates in February and March, the National Education Union (NEU) has announced reports the BBC. National strikes are scheduled for 1 February, 15 and 16 March. There are several regional dates too. The NEU…

A HARLOW businesswoman is going from strength to strength thanks to funding and mentoring from one of the country’s largest economic development initiatives of its kind, Growth Works. Now, Hannah Cox is encouraging others to get in touch with Growth Works, to see if they…

IF anyone is struggling to feed their animals please get in contact with the Animal Food Bank. A spokesperson said: “As we are fully stocked and ready to help to make sure there is no hungry bellies. “We will be at the church as usual…

A POPULAR Old Harlow coffee shop has told its customers that they will be closing at the end of the month. Nel’s coffee shop has been a popular fixture in the High Street for a number of years but, like many establishments, the cost of…

THE NHS is facing extreme pressure this winter, as hospitals struggle with a difficult flu season and staff shortages, as well as backlogs due to Covid reports the BBC. The waiting times at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow are as follows. The lists are updated…

THE fees Essex County Council pays its in-house foster carers will increase as part of a commitment to supporting foster carers. It recognises the vital contribution of carers in providing young people with safe, secure and nurturing homes and makes fostering an affordable option. The…

LATER this year, Geoffrey Matthew Estate Agency will be celebrating thirty years in the business. That is a great cause for celebration. So we went down to their offices on Fore Street in Old Harlow to speak to managing director Geoff Owen about the growth…

AS IT IS National Pothole Day, we wondered where you thought the worst potholes in Harlow were? The nationwide “celebration” was created in 2015 to raise awareness of the ever-growing pothole problem on our roads by StreetRepairs.co.uk, a website which encourages road users to report…

THE Harlow Labour Group has taken National Pothole Day to slam the Tories over the state of our roads. In a joint statement from the group, they have stated the following: “Today is National Pothole Day. No, it’s not April Fools Day, that really is…

OVER the festive period, the Harlow Tye Rotary Club held a Santa Sleigh collection at Sainsbury’s in Harlow. They managed to raise £1600 over the weekend which will be distributed to local charities over the coming year. A spokesperson said: “We would lake to thank…

CINDERELLA has broken box office records here at the Harlow Playhouse! They welcomed over 21,250 visitors during last year’s pantomime season. They also helped us raise over £5,500, which will be shared with both Harlow Rock School and Streets2Homes, Chair of Harlow Council, Cllr Andrew…