Voices of Our Towns

In this episode of  Voices of Our Towns , host  Emeka Ogbonnaya  speaks with members of Lowewood Museum during a special appreciation evening honouring the community curators behind the  Broxbourne at War  exhibition, on display until December 2025. The conversation captures the spirit of collaboration between volunteers and museum staff — from in-depth research to welcoming visitors — and offers...

In this special episode of  Voices of Our Towns , we sit down with  Ray Lowe , the man behind  Ray Lowe Photography , a studio that served Broxbourne for over  50 years . From capturing generations of family memories to becoming a fixture on the high street, Ray shares his remarkable journey, the moments that meant the most, and the legacy he's leaving behind. We also reflect on the changing face...

On her final full day in office, we sat down with Cllr Sherrie McDaid, the outgoing Mayor of Broxbourne, for an exclusive and heartfelt conversation. In this episode, she opens up about the highlights of her mayoral year—from championing young carers and mental health to giving young people a platform and building bridges across the community. We talk resilience, civic pride, family balance, and t...

In this powerful episode of  Voices of Our Towns , we sit down with Lewis Cocking, the recently elected MP for Broxbourne Borough, for an unfiltered conversation about the issues that matter most to local residents. From frustrating traffic and the fight for a banking hub in Cheshunt, to rising concerns about immigration, SEND funding, crime, and public transport—Lewis opens up about his prioritie...

In this episode of  Voices of Our Towns , Emeka sits down with Roxanne Lawrence, CEO of Teens Unite Fighting Cancer—a Broxbourne-based charity making a national impact. Roxanne shares the story behind the charity, its mission to support young people aged 13 to 24 living with and beyond cancer, and how their work goes far beyond hospital care. From emotional recovery and creative workshops to educa...

Don’t miss this exclusive interview with Councillor Mark Mills-Bishop, the two-time leader of Broxbourne Borough Council, as he shares his insights on Devolution and what it means for our community. From the opportunities it brings to the challenges it presents, Cllr Mills-Bishop offers a unique perspective on the future of local governance. Plus, he reflects on Broxbourne’s rich heritage and his...