Tuesday, 3rd June

Good Morning Reader,

Happy New Month! June is here and we’re already halfway through the year. With half-term behind us, it’s the perfect time to reflect, refresh, and introduce changes in our live where appropriate. Hence, some exciting updates I have introduced to make Broxtown Newsletter even better for you.

Based on your feedback and to spark even more community spirit, we’re launching new sections to celebrate the heart of our neighbourhood:
🐾 Pet of the Week – Local furry (and scaly!) friends in the spotlight
🎨 Kid’s Corner – Showcasing our youngest talent and creativity
🌟 Hidden Gem of the Week – Uncovering new favourites in Hertstown

We’d love for you to get involved—send in your nominations, photos, and stories to be featured!

Plus, to make it even easier to plan your week, all local events will now appear in a dedicated Friday edition—details below.

In today’s edition:
📰 Broxtown gets a facelift: New newsletter structure unveiled
🚶‍♂️ Broxbourne MP on the streets: Community visits and local engagement
🏛️ County Council Leader: Outlines new priorities for Hertfordshire
🎬 Waltham Cross Open Air Cinema: A community success
➕ And much more…

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News at a Glance

Broxtown Newsletter Gets a Fresh New Look!

We’re thrilled to announce some big changes to your Broxtown Newsletter—all inspired by your feedback and our growing, vibrant community!

Starting this month, we’re moving to a new format with three dedicated editions every week, each focused on what matters most to you:

✨ Tuesdays: Get all the latest local news, council updates, and our brand-new community sections—Pet of the Week, Kid’s Corner, and Hidden Gem of the Week.

✨ Midweek: Dive deeper with editorials, interviews, and inspiring community stories, shining a spotlight on the people and places that make Broxtown special.

✨ Fridays: Plan your weekend with our “What’s Happening in Town” edition—your go-to guide for local events, activities, and exclusive deals and discounts.

Why the change? We want to make it easier for you to find exactly what you’re looking for, enjoy fresh content tailored to your interests, and have even more opportunities to get involved. These new editions are designed to create space for your voices, talents, and discoveries—whether that’s nominating a pet, sharing a creative masterpiece from your child, or recommending a favourite local spot.

The Broxtown Newsletter belongs to everyone in our community. We invite you to be part of this next chapter: send in your stories, photos, and suggestions, and help us celebrate everything that makes our town unique.

Thank you for being such a vital part of our journey so far. We’re excited to make the Broxtown Newsletter an even stronger resource, with more ways for you to connect and be heard. See below for the new sections. Use the links to submit yours today.

Broxbourne MP Lewis Cocking Steps Up Local Engagement, Champions Business and Community Concerns

Broxbourne MP Lewis Cocking is making a mark with his hands-on approach, dedicating time to meet with local businesses, students, and residents to truly understand their challenges and successes.

From touring innovative companies like VOW Nutrition—whose clients include Team GB athletes—to supporting local enterprises such as Coaching with Charlotte, Mr. Cocking is celebrating community achievements while gaining valuable insight into the issues businesses face, including the burden of rising business rates. He has pledged to take these concerns to Parliament.

Mr. Cocking is also standing up for constituents on everyday issues, voicing frustration over fare dodging on commutes and pressing the Transport Secretary for stronger action to uphold fairness and accountability.

His recent meeting with Business T-Level students at Broxbourne School highlights his commitment to the borough’s future, as he listens to young people and encourages their growth and career readiness.

With consistent and meaningful community engagement, Mr. Cocking is ensuring that Broxbourne’s concerns are represented at Westminster—showing that he’s not only listening but ready to advocate for the needs of local people and businesses.

Hertfordshire County Council Leader Outlines Key Priorities

New council leader Steve Jarvis has set out Hertfordshire County Council’s top priorities, with a strong focus on supporting vulnerable children, improving roads, and promoting sustainability.

Cllr Jarvis highlighted the urgent need for more foster carers, launching the ‘HELP’ campaign to recruit families for the 1,000 children currently in care. He also committed to better support for children with special educational needs and to trial new, faster pothole repairs across the county.

Sustainability remains a key goal, with further efforts planned to reduce the county’s environmental impact. Jarvis called for cross-party cooperation to deliver on these important initiatives.

Notably, local government devolution was not mentioned among the council’s immediate priorities. With ongoing discussions about potential structural changes in Hertfordshire’s local government, many residents are keen to be involved in any decisions that may affect how their communities are governed. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and share their views on any future proposals put forward by the county or district councils.

For more information, visit hertfordshire.gov.uk.

COMMUNITY UPDATE

Open Air Cinema Shines in Waltham Cross Town Centre

Waltham Cross town centre was buzzing with excitement on Saturday as families gathered for a successful open air cinema screening of Paddington in Peru, Moana 2 and Mufasa. The event, originally scheduled for Tuesday, was quickly and smoothly rescheduled by the council to avoid forecasted rain—a smart move that paid off with perfect weather and a great turnout.

Families enjoyed the movie under the sky, and even the mayor dropped by to see the community spirit in action. Huge congratulations to all the volunteers and council staff whose hard work made the evening possible.

With the Big Green Festival at Cedars Park just around the corner, there’s plenty more to look forward to. See you all there!

MEME of The Day

HIDDEN GEM

Hackberries Cafe Cheshunt

Tucked just before Cheshunt Station, Hackberries Cafe Bistro next to the corner shop on Windmill lane, is the new hidden gem you need to try. The vibe is relaxed, the menu is packed with tasty options, and the coffee is spot-on. Friendly staff make it even better. It’s new, it’s cozy, and it’s well worth a visit!
Been already? Tell us what you think!

Tuesday Weather ☀️🌦️ 

Tuesday

18°C 🌡️ 7°C | 🌦️ Light rain and a moderate breeze | ☀️ Sunrise 04:46 Sunset 21:11

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Editor-in-chief | Emeka Ogbonnaya

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