I recently had the opportunity to visit the Brentwood Foodbank based at Doddinghurst Community Church. It was instantly apparent that Minister Jem Trehern and his brilliant team are doing amazing work.
One of the great joys of my job is being able to spend time with those who make major contributions to our local community. The other week I had the privilege of spending time with two excellent paramedics and their ambulance.
The recent lengthy spell of hot weather has taken its toll on much of our greenery, and there are many brown lawns and wilting plants visible as a I travel around the Brentwood and Ongar area.
UK Power Networks, who look after the overhead lines and underground cables bringing electricity to our homes, have been in touch about the forecast of heavy rain and lightning over the next few days.
Giving young people a voice, and introducing them to the importance of democracy has been celebrated in style by the Epping Forest Youth Council which is marking its ten year anniversary this year.
As the Gazette goes to press this week we are celebrating the glorious 100th anniversary of the Royal Air Force. Last Tuesday, Westminster came to a standstill as the RAF conducted a remarkable flypast of planes from its long history.
A huge number of us suffer from poor mental health at some point in our lives. Traditionally people have had to shoulder the problem alone - facing embarrassment and stigma, on top of the difficulty.
As the summer exams end there is time for GCSE and A level students to blink their way back into the light and rediscover the joy of sunshine and fresh air.
