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Charlton Athletic 0 Leyton Orient 1
Orient produced a result worthy of a place in the video archives as they beat promotion tipped Charlton Athletic at the Valley tonight. It was the evergreen Scott McGleish who stunned a raucous Valley crowd into silence when he stooped to dive
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WANSTEAD: Police catch dozens of speeding drivers during crackdown in 'rat-run'
POLICE have caught dozens of drivers for speeding during a crackdown in a notorious 'rat-run' - after fed up residents demanded urgent action to tackle the problem. Officers used a speed gun to snare more than 70 drivers in Overton Drive Wanstead
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WALTHAM FOREST: End for mega mosque plan?
PLANS to build the biggest mosque in Europe on Waltham Forest's doorstep have been halted, it is understood. Tablighi Jamaat, had planned to build a £100m “mega mosque”, which would have the capacity for 10,000 worshippers, in Abbey Mills, Stratford.
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WALTHAMSTOW: Man stabbed in hand during brawl
A MAN was this afternoon taken to hospital with minor stab wounds to his hand following a fight. The 26-year-old was injured in a fight with another man shortly before 3.30pm. He was taken to hospital by ambulance. The brawl happened
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EPPING FOREST: Council could spend £220,000 on building for museum collection
THE district council is set to splash out £220,000 on a new building to house its museum's collection in storage among other services. Officers are recommending Epping Forest District Council spend the money on obtaining the long leasehold to 148 Brooker
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WALTHAMSTOW: Cash robbers jailed for 21-year total
Three men who stole more than £30,000 during a spate of robberies across north east London have been jailed for a total of 21 years. Snaresbrook Crown Court today heard Richard Agyemang, Martin Danquah and Nana Wallace targeted supermarkets
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EPPING FOREST: New gypsy pitches overwhelmingly allocated to one area
NEW gypsy and traveller pitches in Epping Forest have overwhelmingly been allocated to the same small corner of the district, the Guardian can reveal. Figures released to the Guardian by Epping Forest District Council show that, since 2006,
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WANSTEAD: Pub re-opens to the the delight of regulars
A LANDMARK pub has reopened after laying empty for months, much to the delight of drinkers who have welcomed the return of an important part of the local community. The British Queen, in New Wanstead, has finally opened its doors today (Monday
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ILFORD: Man sentenced for cash robberies
AN Ilford man is among three people sentenced for a string robberies from security vans delivering cash across north east London. Nana Wallace, 20, of Leamington Gardens, was sentenced at Snaresbrook Crown Court alongside Richard Agyemang,
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LEYTONSTONE: Jade Defoe manslaughter trial delayed
THE trial of a man accused of killing Jermain Defoe's brother has been delayed. Christopher Farley, 34, of Kingswood Road, in Leytonstone, appeared on trial for manslaughter at the Old Bailey today, but proceedings were halted during the prosecution's
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LEYTON: Former students celebrate success
Former Leyton Sixth Form College students returned to celebrate their success at a graduation event. Last year's students who completed National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) in Child Care and Health and Social Care, and those who passed their Foundation
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WOODFORD GREEN: Schoolboy left fearing for sight after bus accident
A SCHOOLBOY was left fearing for the sight in one of his eyes after glass shattered in his face during an accident on a bus. Moses Mayele, 14, has told how he sat shaking in the street with blood oozing from his injured left eye after the incident
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WALTHAM FOREST: Former street warden knocked out of TV talent contest
FORMER street warden Frank Charles has been eliminated from the ITV show Britain's Got Talent because his balancing acts were not deemed dangerous enough. Mr Charles travelled up to Manchester to perform in front of a studio audience.
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LOUGHTON: Enhancement scheme ended half a million underbudget
A MULTI-MILLION pound enhancement scheme has come in over half a million under budget leaving the council with cash to spare for extra CCTV. The Loughton Broadway Town Centre Enhancement Scheme ended up costing £514,000 less than expected after it proved
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CHINGFORD: Man with fear of heights to skydive for British troops
A MAN whose brother has witnessed close friends die while serving in Afghanistan will conquer an acute fear of heights to raise funds for injured soldiers. Danny Foley, 20, of Nelson Road, Walthamstow, is so saddened by the plight of his brother
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LEYTONSTONE: Defoe jury told medical staff 'may be to blame'
THE jury in the trial of a man accused of killing football star Jermain Defoe’s brother has been asked decide whether a single punch - or the negligence of medical staff - caused his death. Christopher Farley, 34, of Kingswood Road, in Leytonstone
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REDBRIDGE: ID cards available from next month
YOUNG people aged 16 to 24 in Redbridge will be able to apply for a National Identity Card from next month. The controversial cards, which have been blasted as “pointless” and “a waste of money” by critics, will be available in London from
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NORTH WEALD: District council set to object to golf course plans
THE district council is set to object to plans to import nearly 500,000 tons of cubic waste to a village to create two new golf courses. Epping Forest District Council officers have criticised the application to build new 9 and 18-hole golf courses at
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REDBRIDGE: Youngsters asked how safe they feel
YOUNG people in Redbridge are being asked to complete a survey on how safe they feel. The online questionnaire asks youngsters to describe what the word “safe” means to them and also includes questions on where they feel safe and who they turn to for
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REDBRIDGE: Fall in drink-drive arrests over Christmas
EFFORTS to tackle drink-driving in Redbridge appear to be paying off after the borough saw a slight fall in arrests for the offence over the Christmas period. The number of people arrested for being over the limit has dropped from 57 in December 2008
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REDBRIDGE: NHS bosses argue case over A&E closure plans
HEALTH bosses are urging patients to think carefully about which healthcare service to use as they try to drum up support for the proposed closure of the borough's only A&E. Figures indicate that more than 10,000 people visit A&E centres
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CHINGFORD: IDS to appear on new TV show
IAIN Duncan Smith will appear in a new television series investigating 'broken Britain' next week, after spending time living on an east London council estate. The Chingford MP spent a night on Carpenters Estate in Stratford for the show back
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WOODFORD GREEN: IDS to appear on new TV show
IAIN Duncan Smith will appear in a new television series investigating 'broken Britain' next week, after spending time living on an east London council estate. The Woodford Green MP spent a night on Carpenters Estate in Stratford for the show
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ILFORD: Empty shops given spring clean
ONE of the borough's key shopping streets will be given a spring clean as part of a drive to boost businesses in area. The Street Spirit programme will clean up and decorate vacant shop fonts along Cranbrook Road in Ilford, after the town centre
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SOUTH WOODFORD: Jewish group celebrates 50th anniversary
A JEWISH group has celebrated its 50th anniversary with a special service of commemoration. Nearly one hundred people from across Redbridge - including mayor Thomas Chan - gathered at Woodford Liberal Synagogue on Sunday to mark its founding half a
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EPPING: Pensioner dies watching grandson play football
A PENSIONER collapsed and died as he watched his grandson play football. The unnamed 78-year-old fell ill during the game at Stonards Hill, Epping, just before 11am yesterday (Sunday). Two St John Ambulance volunteers, Kevan Barrett
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WALTHAMSTOW: Graffiti daubed on Stow facade
VANDALS have graffited the famous facade of Walthamstow stadium, prompting concerns about the way the empty site is being maintained by owners London & Quadrant (L&Q). Two “tags” were spotted over the weekend by Keith Foster, of Farnan
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WOODFORD GREEN: Residents slam council as underground bar approved
RESIDENTS have reacted angrily to the council's decision to allow an underground bar to open in a quiet parade of shops, as the owner says he is looking forward to proving the critics wrong. Councillors agreed to grant permission for the Vault
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WANSTEAD/LEYTON: Labour "will allow male candidates"
UNION boss and husband of Harriet Harman Jack Dromey could be a step closer to taking the Labour candidacy in Wanstead as the party has decided not to have an all-female shortlist, it has been reported. The Telegraph reported over the weekend that
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WHIPPS CROSS: Roadshow postponed as hospital remains in lockdown
A ROADSHOW discussing plans for a radical shake-up of healthcare has been postponed due to an outbreak of the norovirus. The roadshow, part of the Healthcare for North East London (Health4NEL) review, was due to take place tomorrow at Whipps
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WOODFORD GREEN: People of all ages attend launch of outdoor gym
DID you vow to get fit this year but still haven't got round to joining a gym? Well now's your chance to get in shape for free after the launch of the borough's first ever fully-equipped outdoor fitness centre. Dozens of people of all
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EPPING FOREST: Privatisation deal will cost at least £12.8m
A CONTROVERSIAL services contract between computer giant IBM and Essex County Council will cost the taxpayer at least £12.8million and could last for as long as 12 years, the Guardian can reveal. The privatisation scheme, which has been shrouded
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LEYTONSTONE: Defoe murder trial begins
THE trial of a man accused of killing the half-brother of England and Spurs football star Jermaine Defoe is due to begin at the Old Bailey. Jade Defoe, 26, was attacked in broad daylight in Startford in April. His skull was fractured
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REDBRIDGE: Charity calls on runners to help raise funds
RUNNERS in Redbridge are being encouraged to participate in a half-marathon in aid of a cancer charity. Breast Cancer Campaign is calling on runners to take part in the Bath Half Marathon in March to raise funds for research into the illness
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WEST HAM TALK: Hammers to move for Beattie
WEST HAM are ready to bid £3million for Stoke striker James Beattie to solve their attacking crisis, according to reports. The Sun claim new owners David Gold and David Sullivan are prepared to swoop for the out-of-favour hitman, who had a furious bust-up
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CHINGFORD: MP visits pupils tackling crime ahead of 2012 Olympics
Pupils working on a project to clean up their area ahead of the 2012 Olympics have received the backing of their MP. Iain Duncan Smith visited students in years nine and 10 at Rush Croft Sports College, Chingford, who have been working with
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WANSTEAD: Controversial Tesco now open
A CONTROVERSIAL new Tesco Express store finally opened its doors in Wanstead today. The store opened at 7am, replacing the defunct Woolworth's branch in the High Street, and several customers have already been spotted inside, despite calls from a local
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Arsenal boss defends FA Cup selection
ARSENE Wenger has defended his decision to field a weakened team during Arsenal's 3-1 defeat at Stoke that sees the Gunners dumped out of the FA Cup. Two goals from Ricardo Fuller either side of a Denilson strike and a final nail in the coffin from Dean
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WANSTEAD: Tesco marks store opening with school donation
THE opening of a controversial new Tesco Express store today (Monday) was marked with a cash donation to a local primary school. The outlet, in Wanstead High Street, welcomed its first customers at 8.00am - more than a year after the site was taken
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Daggers rue defensive lapses
DAGENHAM & Redbridge assistant boss Terry Harris admitted his side were guilty of a lack of discipline during their 2-1 defeat at the hands of Shrewsbury on Saturday. The Daggers took the lead thanks to a rasping 20 yard drive from striker Paul Benson
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REDBRIDGE: Parking warden accused of dealing drugs on duty
A REDBRIDGE traffic warden has been accused of dealing cannabis while on duty - after an undercover sting operation by a national newspaper. The officer, who was in full uniform at the time, was filmed handing over a packet to a Daily Mirror
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WOODFORD GREEN: IDS: Violent video games are destroying children's innocence
IAIN Duncan Smith claims video games are destroying the innocence of Britain's children. During an interview with The Times, the Woodford Green MP said games like Grand Theft Auto, were "incredibly violent" but that youngsters were still being
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EPPING FOREST: County council tax to rise 1.9 per cent
ESSEX County Council has unveiled proposals to raise its share of council tax by 1.9 per cent this year. The rise represents an increase of £20.25p up to £1,086.75p this year for medium band D households. The increase - which is below
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WANSTEAD/LEYTON: Cohen claims to have been worth millions to constituency
HARRY Cohen claims he has been worth "millions" to his constituency over the years - according to a report in a national newspaper. The Mail on Sunday has quoted the Wanstead and Leyton MP as saying he has been "enormous value for money" for
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REDBRIDGE: "Religious" man allowed to walk free after street attack
A REDBRIDGE man who fractured another man's jaw in a fight in a bank queue has been spared jail by Cherie Booth because he is "religious". Cherie Booth, wife of former prime minister Tony Blair, allowed Shamso Miah, 25, of Empress Avenue, Ilford
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TRANSPORT: TfL wins legal battle over costs
TAXPAYERS' money will not have to be used to cover a £327m shortfall in funding for improvements to a tube line, it has been ruled. Private consortium Tube Lines sought cash from London Underground (LU) to cover costs incurred from delays to the upgrades
