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WANSTEAD: New build plan for Nightingale Estate
PLANS to demolish a brick garage on a 1930s estate and replace it with a three- bedroom house has attracted opposition from neighbours. Council officers have recommended that approval for the new house next to 57 Onslow Gardens, on the Nightingale
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SOUTH WOODFORD: Families join forces to protect historic street
FAMILIES in a Victorian street are fighting plans to stop a three-storey house being built on an empty plot of land. People living near the site, which is between 20 and 24 Chelmsford Road in South Woodford, have objected vehemently to plans
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WALTHAMSTOW: Former boxing champion celebrates 100th birthday
A FORMER boxing champion has celebrated his 100th birthday. Leslie Cranfield, of Thorpe Crescent, Watlhamstow, celebrated his centenery at his son James' home in Loughton last Sunday. Mr Cranfield's granddaughter Stephanie Bussell said: “The
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CHINGFORD: Distraught parents pay tribute to murdered son
THE distraught parents of murdered David Joslin have paid tribute to their son and described how their Christmas holiday has been the “worst week of their lives”. David Joslin, 23, of Alpha Road, Chingford, was knocked unconscious while trying
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WANSTEAD: Schoolchildren get a taste of France during special visit
SCHOOLCHILDREN from Redbridge have enjoyed a memorable taste of life in France during a special trip to Boulogne. More than 40 youngsters from Wanstead High School visited the port in northern France to compare the lifestyle of its residents
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HIGH BEACH: Man assaulted with glass bottle
A MAN was assaulted with a bottle in an attack on Boxing Day. The 42-year-old London man was attacked in Nursery Road, High Beach, at around 11.30pm. He was struck in the face with a glass bottle causing an injury to his right eyebrow. Anyone with
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WALTHAMSTOW: Stuntman Cole to attempt 365 records in 2010
STUNTMAN Terry Cole is aiming to break an astonishing 365 records in 2010 – one for every day of the year. Mr Cole, 51, of Fleeming Road, Walthamstow, is aiming to send a series of records tumbling across Waltham Forest and further afield.
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SNARESBROOK: Sixthformers take part in global citizenship debate
KEY issues affecting global citizenship were discussed by a group of tenacious sixthformers during a prestigious annual debate in central London. Eight youngsters from Forest School, in Snaresbrook, got to air their views on the subject - and
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LOUGHTON: Sports Hall demolition plans recommended for refusal
CONTENTIOUS plans to demolish a sports hall so a care home can be built are being recommended for refusal by district council officers. Proposals to dispose of Loughton Sports Hall, in Rectory Lane, have been in the pipeline for many months, and Epping
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Weather ruins Abbey’s chance to climb table
WALTHAM ABBEY were denied the chance to clamber off the foot of the Ryman Premier Division table when their home match against Aveley was postponed on Tuesday. The Abbotts slipped to 22nd place when they were comfortably seen off by Boreham Wood on Boxing
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LEYTONSTONE: Library to hold workshops on child development
A SERIES of workshops are to be held to help parents to support their children's health and behaviour. The workshops will take place at Harrow Green Library, Leytonstone in January and February. They include sessions on managing behaviour, communication
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WEST HAM: Intermarket to make offer for club
LONDON-based financial company Intermarket have confirmed that they will lodge a bid for West Ham, which could be made as early as Monday. The BBC reported that the company has signed a non-disclosure agreement with Rothschild, who have been
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HIGHAMS PARK: Mayor 'satisfied' with Tesco development decision
THE Mayor of London has reiterated his stance on a controversial housing and retail development. Chingford MP Iain Duncan Smith last week called on Boris Johnson to investigate the council's decision to grant permission to supermarket giant Tesco to
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BUCKHURST HILL: Grooming crazy street gets 10th hair salon
BUCKHURST Hill is fast becoming the most well-groomed town in England as it prepares for the opening of a TENTH hair salon in just one short stretch of road. Queens Road is already home to nine hairdressers - not to mention other tanning studios
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REDBRIDGE: One in ten youngsters now have chlamydia
HEALTH workers have hit the streets of Redbridge to warn youngsters against having unprotected sex - after new figures revealed one in ten now have chlamydia. The move is part of the national Don’t Get Cuffed scheme - aimed at cutting the number
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Manchester United lose to Burnley, Chelsea are frustrated by Birmingham and Liverpool are out of sight. Why this Premier League season is the best yet
So, we've reached the halfway point in this Premier League season and, by all accounts, I'd say it's been one of the best in recent memory. It's all to play for in literally every section of the table. For the first time in Lord knows how long
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CHINGFORD: Calligraphy classes to begin
A COURSE in the art of calligraphy is set to begin in January. Those interested in the ornate writing style will be able to take lessons from January 13. Classes will be held at Friday Hill House in Simmons Lane, Chingford on Wednesdays between
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LEYTONSTONE: Library celebrates 50th birthday
A LEYTONSTONE library is set to celebrate half a century of lending books to the public. Harrow Green Library turns 50 on January 16 and will be hosting a series of events to mark the occasion. Celebrations begin with exhibition 'Pictures and Press
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WALTHAMSTOW: Arts Club show to finish tomorrow
THE Waltham Forest Arts Club winter show is to draw to a close tomorrow. Being held at Vestry House Museum in Walthamstow, the show has been running since December 5 and features the work of the club's members. The final day will be on December
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SOUTH WOODFORD: Thief drives into pregnant woman as she tries to stop him stealing car
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a heavily pregnant woman was thrown on to the bonnet of her own car as she tried to stop a thief stealing it. The unnamed woman was hit by the BMW 320D and carried along the street for several metres
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LOUGHTON: Local actor off to Hollywood
HOLLYWOOD is beckoning for one aspiring movie star after she was accepted on to a prestigious film course. Hannah Miles, 18, of Grosvenor Drive, Loughton, will fly out to Universal Studios in March next year after the New York Film Academy
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REDBRIDGE: Council leader warns of budget cuts next year
THE leader of Redbridge Council has warned residents to prepare for 'inevitable' budget cuts next year - but vowed to protect vital frontline services. Councillor Keith Prince said that funding for schools and services for the elderly in the
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WALTHAMSTOW: Heavenly string music to come to pub
A CELLO quartet are to perform at a Walthamstow pub next month. The Celestial Cello Quartet will take to the stage at the Rose and Crown Theatre Pub in Hoe Street on January 27. They will play a range of material, both old and new. The performance
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LEYTONSTONE: Was Epping Forest occupied by Roman and Iron Age settlers?
A TALK is to be given on evidence for Iron Age and Roman occupation in Epping Forest. Tony O'Connor, of the Epping Forest Museum, will speak on the topic St John's Church, Leytonstone next month. The event, to be held on January 21,
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LOUGHTON: Bar hits back over police allegations
A LATE-NIGHT bar threatened with a licence review by police has hit back at suggestions it is a violent crime hotspot. The Guardian reported earlier this month that Minx, in Loughton High Road, was due for a licensing review after a report
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REDBRIDGE: Men warned to avoid 'stiff upper lip' over health
HEALTH bosses have warned men in Redbridge to ditch their traditional 'stiff upper lip' attitude towards illness and go for regular check-ups with their GP. NHS Redbridge - which has responsibility for community health care services in the
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LOUGHTON: School winter concert success
RODING Valley High School’s Winter Wonderland concert has been proclaimed an outstanding success after over 250 students took to the stage to perform. More than 450 parents and friends attended the musical extravaganza which included popular classics
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BREAKING NEWS: Three arrested over 'peacemaker' murder
THREE people have been arrested on suspicion of murdering a man who tried to break up a fight. David Joslin, 23, of Highams Park, was punched in Old Church Road, Chingford, on December 19. He never regained consciousness and died in
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WALTHAMSTOW: Museum to hold 'memory workshop'
A MUSEUM is to hold a 'memory workshop' next month. The Vestry House Museum, in Church End, Walthamstow, will display its own collections as well as collections from Age Exchange. Visitors will be able to look at and handle household
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LEYTONSTONE: Gallery to host New Year's Eve event
A LEYTONSTONE gallery is to host a special club night on New Year's Eve. The 491 Gallery, in Grove Green Road, is to hold 'Fear and Loathing in Leytonstone' from 10pm on December 31 and the event will include live music and DJ sets. Artists performing
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Rosicky could return for Arsenal clash with Pompey
TOMAS ROSICKY has been declared fit to face Portsmouth tonight by Arsene Wenger. The Czech Republic midfielder suffered a groin injury during the 2-0 home win over Stoke on December 5 and has been out of action ever since. But he could feature for the
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CHIGWELL:School first in Europe to use only Windows 7
WEST Hatch High School has become the first in Europe to employ Windows 7 across its entire network. The Chigwell High Road school had its status at the forefront of technology confirmed by Microsoft vice president Anthony Salcito. As well as using
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LOUGHTON: Trampoline club to offer classes for adults
A POPULAR children's trampoling club is to offer sessions to adults for the first time. The Loughton Flyers Trampoline Club, based at Debden Park High School in Willingale Road, will start hosting two hour adult classes from Saturday January 23 at
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Arsenal boss hails Diaby 'growth'
ARSENAL manager Arsene Wenger believes midfielder Abou Diaby is finally delivering on his huge potential, to the point that the Frenchman has given the side an extra dimension in the middle of the park. Diaby's progress at Arsenal since he joined the
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Arsenal boss rules out move for City striker
ARSENE WENGER has ruled out a move for in-form Manchester City striker Craig Bellamy in the January transfer window. Reports in the national press suggested the Arsenal manager was eager to secure a deal for the 30-year-old former Liverpool and West
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WANSTEAD: Swimmers demand 'solid' answers on pool plan
CAMPAIGNERS have demanded the council make its position clear on proposals for a new swimming pool in Wanstead - after the leader said the scheme may be considered. Redbridge currently has just one community swimming facility to serve its 250,000
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WEST HAM: Franco blames injuries on heavy fixture schedule
WEST HAM striker Guillermo Franco has blamed the Premier League's heavy fixture schedule for the injuries that the club have accumulated over the last few games. Mark Noble hobbled off against Portsmouth on Boxing Day, while Scott Parker and Herita Ilunga
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WALTHAM FOREST: Cadets hand out leaflets in anti-burglary campaign
WALTHAM Forest police cadets have taken part in a special Christmas initiative to help prevent burglary. A total of 25 cadets, aged 14 to 21, delivered 6,000 crime prevention leaflets around the borough. The leaflets contained information on small
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WALTHAM FOREST: New council-funded police officers start work
NEW police officers funded by scrapping the borough's popular street warden service have now started work in the borough. The council took the decision to axe the wardens and use the money to part-fund an extra 10 police officers and a further
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ROAD HOGS: M11 closed after lorry-load of pigs overturns
A SECTION of the M11 closed earlier this morning by a crashed lorry carrying pigs is expected to reopen by 2pm The crash happened at about 4.45am this morning near Sheering when a lorry carrying live pigs struck the central reservation and overturned
