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The Delta Marriott Hotel in Cheshunt is closing its doors to asylum seekers from mid-June

Mar 17, 2026

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11 min read

The Delta Marriott Hotel in Cheshunt is closing its doors to asylum seekers from mid-June

After three years of pressure and legal action, Broxbourne finally wins the fight over the Delta Marriott

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Eleven local people and groups honoured at the sixth annual Borough of Broxbourne Awards

Mar 10, 2026

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15 min read

Eleven local people and groups honoured at the sixth annual Borough of Broxbourne Awards

The event recognised individuals and organisations that make a significant impact to the local community and was hosted by TV and radio broadcaster Jeremy Nicholas.

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne Approves Balanced Budget Amid National Uncertainty

Mar 3, 2026

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13 min read

Broxbourne Approves Balanced Budget Amid National Uncertainty

Broxbourne keeps council tax the lowest in England, but costs are still rising

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
SEND Funding Reform: Broxbourne MP Presses Government for Fairer Support for Local Families

Feb 24, 2026

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20 min read

SEND Funding Reform: Broxbourne MP Presses Government for Fairer Support for Local Families

Lewis Cocking raises concerns over funding disparities and pledges to scrutinise proposed changes affecting children with special educational needs in Broxbourne.

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne Council to Send Text and Email Alerts for Missed Council Tax Payments

Feb 17, 2026

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18 min read

Broxbourne Council to Send Text and Email Alerts for Missed Council Tax Payments

Council Introduces New Communication System for Overdue Council Tax Payments.

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
🏆 Broxbourne’s Rising Stars Earn Spot at Prestigious BoB Awards

Feb 10, 2026

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18 min read

🏆 Broxbourne’s Rising Stars Earn Spot at Prestigious BoB Awards

Broxbourne’s Young Stars Steal the Show in Talent Night Showdown at Hertfordshire Studios in Hoddesdon

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Council Breaks Silence on Theobalds Arches Eviction Rumours

Feb 3, 2026

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15 min read

Council Breaks Silence on Theobalds Arches Eviction Rumours

Council Clarifies their role in what has terrified Motor Trades at the Theobald Grove Arches

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Norovirus Cases Surge 47% Across Region

Jan 27, 2026

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15 min read

Norovirus Cases Surge 47% Across Region

Health officials are urging residents to take precautions as norovirus infections

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne Council issues statement after landlords complain

Jan 20, 2026

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13 min read

Broxbourne Council issues statement after landlords complain

Broxbourne responds as landlords quit the rental market

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne Councillor Raises Local Concerns During Walkabout

Jan 13, 2026

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13 min read

Broxbourne Councillor Raises Local Concerns During Walkabout

Councillor logged fly-tipping, parking problems, and road and pavement conditions across Hoddesdon.

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne in 2026: Elections, Events, and a Few Surprises

Jan 7, 2026

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16 min read

Broxbourne in 2026: Elections, Events, and a Few Surprises

Broxtown Newsletter resumes community update coverage with force.

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
What's Happening Across Broxbourne Borough This Christmas Holiday

Dec 16, 2025

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12 min read

What's Happening Across Broxbourne Borough This Christmas Holiday

Community Updates and Events Across Broxbourne Borough this Christmas

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxtown’s Community Champion Has Been Crowned

Dec 9, 2025

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16 min read

Broxtown’s Community Champion Has Been Crowned

The 2025 Broxtown Community Champion Award goes to... 🥁🥁

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne MP Presses Prime Minister on Roadwork Disruption and Traffic Delays

Dec 2, 2025

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16 min read

Broxbourne MP Presses Prime Minister on Roadwork Disruption and Traffic Delays

Broxbourne MP Lewis Cocking has challenged the Prime Minister in Parliament

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne Council Backs Four-Unitary Model for Hertfordshire Reorganisation

Nov 25, 2025

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21 min read

Broxbourne Council Backs Four-Unitary Model for Hertfordshire Reorganisation

Broxbourne Council backs the four unitary authority model as its preferred option in contrast with the two unitary model favoured by County Council.

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne Launches Bold Crackdown on Chaotic School-Run Parking

Nov 18, 2025

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16 min read

Broxbourne Launches Bold Crackdown on Chaotic School-Run Parking

Council kicked off a major push to make school drop-off zones safer; Hertfordshire's Shared Anti-Fraud Service (SAFS) is celebrating its 10-year anniversary

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Armistice Day – A Moment of National Reflection

Nov 11, 2025

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16 min read

Armistice Day – A Moment of National Reflection

At the eleventh hour, on the eleventh day, of the eleventh month - We will remember them.

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Tragedy Hits Again On Our Commute Line

Nov 4, 2025

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18 min read

Tragedy Hits Again On Our Commute Line

Commuter chaos as another life is tragically lost on the Greater Anglia line into London.

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
The Spotlight Cancels Upcoming Pantomime ‘Snow White’

Oct 28, 2025

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15 min read

The Spotlight Cancels Upcoming Pantomime ‘Snow White’

The Spotlight announced the cancellation of its much-anticipated pantomime, Snow White

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne Council To Deliver a Free Burnout-Prevention Programme for Local Businesses

Oct 21, 2025

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15 min read

Broxbourne Council To Deliver a Free Burnout-Prevention Programme for Local Businesses

Council partners with Calmer to train managers on mental health

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Hertfordshire County Council Is Changing Your Local Recycling Centres.

Oct 14, 2025

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14 min read

Hertfordshire County Council Is Changing Your Local Recycling Centres.

Open Consultation on the recycling open now; Broxtown Community Champion Award Nomination is Out

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne Leaders Call for Return of Cheshunt Hotel to Community Use

Sep 30, 2025

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15 min read

Broxbourne Leaders Call for Return of Cheshunt Hotel to Community Use

Broxbourne Council Presses Government on Cheshunt Asylum Hotel Closure, Broxbourne MP Condemns Labour’s New Digital ID Plan

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Rain Couldn’t Stop Waltham Cross Sports Festival

Sep 16, 2025

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17 min read

Rain Couldn’t Stop Waltham Cross Sports Festival

Waltham Cross Sports Festival turned into an unexpectedly heartwarming community moment

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Hertfordshire Councils Pay Tribute Following the Passing of The Duchess of Kent

Sep 9, 2025

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17 min read

Hertfordshire Councils Pay Tribute Following the Passing of The Duchess of Kent

Councils across Hertfordshire paid tribute by lowering flags to half-mast, Broxbourne Council Announce Public Consultation Dates for Local Government Reorganisation

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
Broxbourne's Legal Push Against Asylum Hotel Faces New Hurdles After Epping Ruling

Sep 2, 2025

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17 min read

Broxbourne's Legal Push Against Asylum Hotel Faces New Hurdles After Epping Ruling

The strength of the Council's plan to take enforcement action against the use of the Delta Marriott Hotel in Cheshunt is being tested

Emeka Ogbonnaya
Emeka Ogbonnaya
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