NET migration to the UK fell by nearly 50% to 171,000 last year, according to official figures released on Thursday, in what will be seen as a boost for Keir Starmer’s government reports The Guardian. Data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed…

A MAN has been charged with exposing his genitals and a number of public order offences. Jeffrey Bothwell, aged 62, of Seaford Road, London appeared at Chelmsford magistrates court charged with the following. On November 1st, 2025 at Stansted, with intent to cause unknown harassment,…

YOUNG people in Essex are being encouraged to dream big, thanks to the new Essex Careers Ambassadors campaign. Helping to motivate the next generation are a talented group of professionals. From chefs to mechanics, musicians to engineers, all are keen to help children realise their…

AS temperatures continue to rise as we go into the bank holiday weekend, heat health alerts come into force today across parts of the United Kingdom reports the BBC. Many areas will enter into the official heatwave thresholds across the next few days, with temperatures…

A MIDSUMMER Night’s Dream) has long been one of the Bard’s most popular play’s, but the creatives at Wayward Theatre Co are excited to give it their signature spin. After the successful production of (Much Ado about Nothing) last year, Jess Keilty and Alfi Howard…

FROM funding local projects to rolling up their sleeves in the community, London Stansted has been busy supporting people and organisations across the region during April.  Nearly £80,000 has been awarded to local projects through the airport’s Community Fund, helping young people, sports clubs and charities…

ESSEX Police have a team of specially trained contact handlers ready to help the public this summer, with officers urging people to pick the right channels for the help they need. A spokesperson said: “Our Live Chat, available 24/7 on our website, connects the public…

ESSEX Library Service has announced its exciting line up for this year’s Essex Book Festival. Libraries play a key role in the festival, which sees an inspiring mix of authors welcomed at venues across the county. Screenshot The event, which runs from 28 May to…

A MAN who was jailed after his partner murdered her 11-week-old baby has had his prison sentence reduced by the Court of Appeal reports the BBC. Malik Goncalves was found dead with multiple injuries at his mother’s flat in Joyners Field, Harlow, in August 2020.…

OFFICERS are investigating a series of fires reported in Harlow this month. Each of the incidents took place on abandoned or unoccupied land off Third Avenue. Throughout May, police have been called to several fires affecting derelict sheds, a garage and a parked vehicle. Enquiries…

AN independent evaluation of Citizens Advice Harlow’s GP Surgery Advice Project has highlighted the role that accredited advice can play in prevention, tackling the wider determinants of health and supporting residents before problems reach crisis point. The project places Citizens Advice Harlow advisers within GP…

LEGENDARY playwright Theodore Ashcroft was preparing to premiere his latest production at Harlow Playhouse… before his sudden and suspicious death. Now the truth lies hidden in the theatre. Solve the Puzzle, Catch the Killer transforms the Playhouse’s front-of-house spaces into a self-guided investigation. Search for…

DELAYS in assessing children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) have created “inconsistent” outcomes among young people, a report has found. Inspectors for Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission deemed the timeliness of education, health and care plans (EHCP) issued by Essex County Council…

ZOMBIE knives, machetes and antique daggers were among hundreds of knives placed in an amnesty bin in Harlow. The bin was placed outside Harlow Police Station in November. It was opened up on Tuesday morning as Essex Police is due to clear all 15 of…