The long wait is finally over – A levels and GCSE results are now out, and Haverhill pupils are delighted to have received some outstanding grades. However, today's results were marred by controversy.

From beauty salons to barbers; evening wear boutiques to jewellers; Haverhill has everything you need to look your best this summer, whether for a wedding, holiday or just because you deserve it!

Haverhill children (and their parents) have the opportunity to learn more about moths, bats and fish this summer – oh, and listen to children’s classic, Peter and the Wolf, complete with puppets!

Watford's 'alternative' gym has not an exercise bike in sight, yet not only provides a fun and sociable means to getting fit, it's doing wonders for the health of our local environment too.

If you're already tearing your hair out trying to think of things to do with the kids, why not treat them (and yourself!) to a spot of baking? thebestof Newmarket has a great recipe for the old favourite - Butterfly Cakes.

Buying fruit and vegetables from a Farmers Market rather than a grocery store means that you are sure to be buying the freshest possible produce, and not food that has been transported from overseas days ago.

Haverhill cleaning specialist, Vulchem Hygiene Supplies has recently launched a new range of natural, environmentally friendly, biological cleaning products, which will ensure your commercial premises looks its best.

From an open air picnic theatre to a horticultural and produce show; the Olympic Big Day Out to birds of prey flying displays; let’s all cross our fingers for good weather as Haverhill has a whole host of open air activities taking place!

Hertfordshire County Council is running music workshops throughout the summer (check number one for filling those inevitable rainy days) for children aged between five and 19. Songwriter 2012 is a fabulous opportunity for fledgling composers.

Wedding season is upon us, Christenings and birthdays abound and I’m struggling to find inspiration for gifts. Luckily, there are plenty of unique and meaningful gifts to be found in the Haverhill area this weekend...