THE new leader of Harlow Council made his first keynote speech at the Harlow Civic Service on Sunday morning. Councillor Russell Perrin used the platform to base his speech on regeneration. As a science teacher, he channeled a number of sources (including President John F…

OFFICERS investigating the murder of a man in Harlow last night say they believe it was a targeted attack. Police were called to reports of a disturbance at an address in The Hides at around 5.40pm yesterday (Monday 8 November). A man in his 20s…

ESSEX County Council are today urging more people who want to make a change in their life to consider fostering, and in turn, change the life of a young person.   Over the past few months, there has been much press speculation about ‘the big resignation’ and the work/life balance revolution. Many want…

THE QUASAR Centre in Harlow has just added conference rooms to its fantastic offers at its base next to Harlow library. Background Starting in 2007 with the popular Quasar Laser Tag Centres, the company sold laser tag systems wholesale until the present owners purchased the…

THE leader of Harlow Labour has detailed the many challenges facing schools in the midst of a pandemic and has questioned, whether MP Robert Halfon is representing residents on these matters. Councillor Chris Vince said: “Of course we want schools to remain open and for…

FRONTLINE NHS England staff will have to be fully vaccinated against Covid, the government is expected to announce later. A deadline will be set for next spring to give unvaccinated staff time to get both doses, Whitehall sources told the BBC. About 110,000 of more…

ADULT community learning provider, ACL Essex recognised its students, staff and employers at its annual Achievement Awards in Chelmsford at the Central Baptist Church on 3 November 2021. Over 20 awards were handed out to the most impressive learners from across the county in a…

Update: Statement from Essex Police We have started a murder investigation following the death of a man in Harlow. We were called to reports of a disturbance at an address in The Hides shortly before 5.40pm yesterday (Monday 8 November). When officers arrived, they found…

A sweeping review will seek to improve compulsory ongoing training for HGV and bus drivers, in the latest of 30 measures to support the road haulage sector and encourage even more people to return to the profession.    Drivers currently need to undergo five days of periodic training…

THE AMBULANCE service has told YH that their presence in Old Harlow on Saturday afternoon was not due to a major incident. Residents in the Jocelyns area of Old Harlow had contacted YH due to a large number of fire engines as well as several…

VANDALS have daubed the the side of a vaccination centre in Harlow with anti-vax graffiti. The message “Covid is a lie” was written on the side wall of the Harlow Leisurezone off Second Avenue in Harlow. YH understands that it was done on Saturday night.…

STEWARDS Academy was absolutely delighted to be invited to the prestigious Cambridge University Emmanuel College. A number of Year 9 students and two staff members, Mr Laing and Mrs Bailey, embarked on a trip to Cambridge university to participate in an “Experience Day”. On arrival,…

Brian Thomas Photography. THOUSANDS of Harlow residents returned to the Town Park to enjoy the annual bonfire and fireworks night event once again. The council organised event was back this year following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions and was attended by over 20,000 people. Last…

PICK any 12 days between now and December 17th and join us in 12 Days for a Harlow Foodbank Christmas. Simply collect the 12 items suggested and drop them either to the foodbank at St Pauls (next to the Harlow Playhouse) or to us at…