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Leyton Orient 2 Leeds Utd 2
Ten man Orient came back from the dead against Leeds this evening to grab a point against rivals who played with 12. The beefed up police presence, the extra ambulances in the streets around the Matchroom Stadium, and the long line of fans
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WALTHAM FOREST: Consultation on stroke and trauma care to begin
A PUBLIC consultation on new stroke and major trauma care in the borough is set to begin on April 11. To be held at Leyton Asda, Marshall Road, NHS Waltham Forest (primary care trust) chairman Cllr Afzal Akram will be present from 11am to 12pm
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DISTRICT: Police target farm crime
A POLICE scheme to combat crime on farms has reduced the number of thefts from rural land. The Neighbourhood Action Panel (NAP) was set up in the Epping Forest District last year after farmers suffered vandalism and thefts on their land. The Guardian
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WANSTEAD: Bogus caller at large
POLICE are warning residents to be on their guard after a doorstep conman approached two houses yesterday saying he worked for the waterboard. He tried to gain entry into the premises claiming the flat above had a leaking washing machine.
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LEYTONSTONE: Troubled pub retains licence
A PUB plagued by violent criminals and drug dealers is to keep its licence – but must abide by strict conditions agreed by nearby residents. The bar and kitchen of Lincolns in Leytonstone High Road will be refurbished when the pub is closed
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THEYDON BOIS: Runners inspired by cancer friend
A TEAM of fund raisers are preparing to take part in a charity event after being inspired by their friend who had cancer. The St Mary's Church group from Theydon Bois took part in the North Weald Race for Life last year in celebration of their friend
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LOUGHTON: Police operation targets anti-social youths
A POLICE crackdown on anti-social youths is being hailed as a success after nine youngsters were dealt with by officers. During “Operation Staysafe” police stopped a group of six under-16 year olds who were taken to Loughton Police station
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SOUTH WOODFORD: Mum loses parking ticket battle
A FAMILY, who staved off bailiffs by paying over £1,000 in parking charges that they were led to believe were illegal, are furious that the council has refused to refund their money. Raphaela Derrick, of Aldersbrook estate, Wanstead, dipped
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WANSTEAD: Arsonists strike postman's trolley
CONCERNS have been raised about postal workers leaving mail trolleys locked to lampposts in Redbridge after one was destroyed by arsonists. Worried resident Ray Weekes, who snapped this photo (right) of the aftermath of an attack at the corner
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LEYTON: Sleeping woman sexually assaulted on tube
A WOMAN was sexually assaulted and had her phone stolen as she slept on a Central Line tube train. The 23-year-old was travelling on the Central Line from Tottenham Court Road to Loughton when she fell asleep. When she woke up at Leyton
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LEYTON: Teenager in court over murder
A 16-year-old boy accused of murdering a teenager from Leyton appeared at the Old Bailey today. Michael Wright, 17, often known by his middle name Simon, was found stabbed in Leytonstone Road, opposite Maryland railway station on February 19
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EPPING: Council bans public from meeting
EPPING town council will be discussing the re-naming of Stonards Hill play area at their meeting this evening, but has yet again banned members of the press and public. Councillors have faced huge public opposition after they decided to reject
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WALTHAMSTOW: Arcade site bail-out plan "may be profitable" says councillor
THE councillor responsible for the controversial Arcade site bail-out scheme has insisted the council may profit from funding the project, and has said risk will remain with developer St Modwen. Labour members on the council's cabinet last
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WANSTEAD: Public help capture violent muggers
TWO men have been arrested following the robbery of more than £8,000 from two young women in broad daylight. The victims were delivering a cashbag with the takings from a nearby business to a bank on Wanstead High Street at 11.30am yesterday
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LEYTON: Man charged over knife attack
A MAN has been arrested following a stabbing in broad daylight. Marcus Smith, 34, of Lea Bridge Road, was charged with grievous bodily harm, criminal damage and possession of an offensive weapon after the incident, which took place in Lea Bridge Road
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WALTHAMSTOW: Elderly residents forced out
ELDERLY residents are to be moved out of sheltered accommodation to make room for a housing development. Residents of Mills House and Beech Court, in Bisterne Avenue, Walthamstow, have been told by their housing association that they will have
