Community news

District councillors Shane Yerrell and Maria Markham have resigned from the Conservative Group to become independent councillors on Epping Forest District Council. (more…)

Essex Police has responded to concerns circulating on social media regarding a man allegedly acting suspiciously around schools in Waltham Abbey. (more…)

Cabinet is meeting on Monday 22 September to discuss Local Government Reorganisation, a partnership and governance agreement, and hear reports on corporate risk and quarter 1 budget monitoring. (more…)

At an extraordinary meeting held on Monday 15 September 2025, Epping Forest District Councillors gave an indicative vote on proposals for the future structure of local government in Essex. (more…)

The Civic Offices in Epping will be lit green on Wednesday 10 September for World Suicide Prevention Day. (more…)

Seven Essex political leaders sign joint open letter calling for calm in Epping. (more…)

Epping Forest District councillors have thanked Essex Police, following the successful prosecution of Hadush Kebatu for sexually assaulting a teenage girl in Epping High Street. (more…)

Show your support for the NHS and Emergency Services by celebrating Emergency Services Day, on 9 September. (more…)

Our Play in the Park sessions have had another successful run this summer holidays, bringing free outdoor fun to children across the district. (more…)

The death of HRH The Duchess of Kent has been announced by Buckingham Palace. (more…)