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Church to mark its anniversary with reunion
A CHURCH is preparing to mark more than 100 years of services. The Forest Hall Church in High Beech Road, Loughton, hosted its first service in 1899. The congregation originally met in 1897 in the Victoria Tavern tea pavilion in nearby Smart
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Man sentenced to two years in jail for violent disorder in connection with murder of teen
A MAN found guilty of violent disorder after the murder of a teenager was sentenced this afternoon. Ibrahim Zakari, 21, of Lexham Houses, St Margarets, Barking, was jailed for two years for violent disorder after a trial at the Old Bailey.
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Hammers send players out on loan
West Ham United have sent four players out on loan. Talented striker Robert Hall has moved to Championship side Birmingham City until January. Defender Dan Potts has joined Colchester United until next month while Blair Turgott has gone to
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Takeaway goes from zero to hero after latest hygiene inspection
A TAKEAWAY branded with the lowest food hygiene rating earlier this year has gone from zero to hero. Perfect Choice takeaway, in Borders Lane, Loughton, was condemned for its dirty kitchen after a visit from district council inspectors in May.
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Epping Forest claim third at Jubilee Gala
Epping Forest District Swimming Club finished third overall after travelling to Becontree Heath Leisure Centre to take part in the East London Mini League Jubilee Gala. Maddie Kavanagh came first in the 50m breaststroke to help Epping secure their
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Calls for public inquiry over further school asbestos revelations
RULES designed to ensure councils get value for taxpayers' money were broken twice during the hiring of contractors to deal with asbestos at a school, it has emerged. The council has already come under criticism from parents after the toxic fibre
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Daughter of man killed by elderly motorist slams his decision to keep driving despite eyesight warning
THE daughter of a man who was killed outside a row of village shops has slammed the driver who hit him as “selfish” after he was jailed today. Ambrose Skingle, 86, was knocked down by 87-year-old Peter Cole in Coppice Row, Theydon Bois, in January
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Playground to build new swing with money awarded by Gannett Foundation
A PLAYGROUND for disabled children has been awarded thousands of pounds by the charitable arm of the Guardian's publisher, Newsquest. The Elhap Adventure Playground in Roding Lane North, Woodford Bridge, has been given £5,500 by the Gannett Foundation
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Flower festival funds help community club blossom
A COMMUNITY club has received a blooming welcome boost from a church flower festival. The Ongar Club for the Physically Handicapped has been given £500 by St Andrew's Church, Greensted. The Reverend Andrei Petrine, parochial church council
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High Sheriff invites applications for annual grants scheme
THE HIGH Sheriff of Essex is seeking deserving organisations to receive recognition and grants. The High Sheriff's awards scheme offers grants of up to £1,000 to voluntary groups and recognition to individuals who make an outstanding contribution
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Dog walkers back tough new rules - but call for more forest bins
DOG walkers could soon find themselves in court if their wayward pooches foul in the forest. The district council has this week published the results of a two-month consultation into planned Dog Control Orders (DCOs). The restrictions would
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Hospice fair raises more than £2,000
MORE than £2,000 was raised for a charity that cares for terminally ill people and their families. St Clare Hospice, which is based in Hastingwood, held the fair on Wednesday at Theydon Bois Village Hall, selling candles, pottery, plants and garden
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Human rights campaigner gives talk to synagogue
A HUMAN rights campaigner gave a talk to members of a synagogue. Peter Tatchell was invited to host a question and answer session at the Woodford Liberal Synagogue last night. He talked about human rights laws across the world and his campaign
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Fulham midfielder joins Orient
Fulham midfielder Alex Smith has joined Leyton Orient on loan until January. The 21-year-old, who can also play in defence, has spent 11 years as a youngster with the Premier League club. Smith will go straight into the squad for the O's home
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Dillon completes hat-trick of victories
Waltham Forest Amateur Boxing Club’s Liam Dillon made it a hat-trick of wins in as many weeks with a powerful display on Saturday. This time the teenager, pictured, came up against Lynn ABC’s Charles Gervais on their own show at the New Cross Social
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Church to hold Christmas tree festival
A SYMBOL of festive cheer will be celebrated with a Christmas tree festival. The event is due to take place at Ongar United Reformed Church in the High Street on December 15 and 16. The festival will run from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, December
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Organ concert at library
THE silence of a library will be broken by the sound of an electronic organ at a Christmas concert. Andrew Nix of the East London and Essex Organ Society will be entertaining the audience with a medley of music at Wanstead Library in Spratt Hall
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Police hunt 23-year-old man following attempted break-in
POLICE are calling on the public to help them find a wanted man. Luke Clements is wanted in connection with an attempted burglary in The Uplands, Loughton. The 23-year-old was last known to be living in The Ridgeway, Harold Wood. Damage
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Charities team up to organise borough half-marathon
TWO charities have teamed up to organise a fund-raising half marathon around Waltham Forest and are appealing for runners to take part. Chingford-based young people's charity the KNI Foundation has organised several runs in the borough since it
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Neglected historic park hits 'rock bottom'
THE condition of an 'at risk' ancient park has deteriorated rapidly since its owners postponed a bid for refurbishment cash. Grade II-listed Wanstead Park, which was mentioned in Domesday Book and used for hunting by Henry VIII, was placed on an
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New parking restrictions to make busy road safer
NEW restrictions to prevent commuter parking on a busy road will be introduced after residents complained the problem was creating a safety hazard. A one hour ban between 2pm-3pm will be introduced on the stretch of Broadmead Road between Vernon
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Permission refused for controversial yoga studio
CONTROVERSIAL plans to open a yoga studio on a road plagued by parking problems have been rejected by councillors. More than 25 neighbours objected to plans to build a two-storey yoga and pilates studio on the site of a single-storey storage garage
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Unbeaten run secures County title for Bancroft's
Bancroft's School Under-19s netball team were crowned Essex Met County Champions after winning all seven of their matches at the national schools competition on Sunday. The girls overcame three-time county champions Barking Abbey by one goal in
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Man arrested over schoolgirl crash
POLICE investigating the case of an 11-year-old schoolgirl who was seriously injured after being hit by a car have arrested a man. The 38-year-old motorist was seized on suspicion of careless driving following the crash in Lea Bridge Road, Leyton
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'It's a big turnaround and it's what we needed'
Leyton Orient boss Russell Slade has paid tribute to his players for turning their season around with four consecutive wins. The O’s were looking over their shoulders a fortnight ago after four defeats in a row but three League One victories and
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Major rubbish dumping on the increase in forest
CASES where large piles of rubbish are dumped in woodland are increasing, according to the head forest keeper for the area. Keith French, who heads a team handling fly tipping cases in Epping Forest, said he regularly deals with builders' rubble
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Developer applies for temporary cabins on development site
A DEVELOPER who wants to demolish a building has applied for permission to place two temporary cabins on the site. Chalkwell Holdings, which is based in the Virgin Islands, is seeking approval for the new building to be used as flats and a food outlet
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'Looking forward to inspiring the next generation'
This summer’s Olympic spirit will be rekindled in East London when a number of prestigious sporting events are hosted in the area as part of the Gold Event Series. The series, which benefitted from £27m of National Lottery funding, aims to bring
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Orient keeper Allsop not surprised by turnaround in form
Ryan Allsop insists he is not surprised at Leyton Orient's dramatic transformation in form over the last fortnight. The O’s recently suffered four defeats on the spin but have turned their season on its head with four consecutive victories. Goalkeeper
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Orient winger keen to stay at Brisbane Road
Lee Cook has admitted he would be keen to remain with Leyton Orient beyond the end of his contract in January. The former Queens Park Rangers and Watford winger signed a six-month deal with the O’s during the summer but will be out of contract
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'I could play again' - Muamba
Fabrice Muamba says there is a possibility he could play football again if heart specialists give him the all-clear. The Walthamstow-raised former Bolton midfielder retired in August after suffering a cardiac arrest during a match against Tottenham
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Christmas gift fair in Wanstead Library
A Christmas Gift Fair will be held in Wanstead Library. Items on sale at the December 1 event in Spratt Hall Road will include handmade charity cards and arts and crafts. The fair will open between 11am-4pm and there will be refreshments available
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Marseille forward denies Hammers move
Marseille forward Andre Ayew has denied West Ham United have made an offer for him. The Ghanian striker has impressed in France and has admitted he would relish the chance to play in the Premier League. Ayew told Sky Sports: "We are very interested
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Meet Santa at drama centre's Christmas fair
SANTA will make an appearance at a drama centre's Christmas Fair. Friends of Redbridge Drama Centre in Churchfields, South Woodford will hold their annual Christmas Fair on December 1 from 12.30pm. There will be plenty of stalls and refreshments
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Men hunted over attempted cashpoint robbery
TWO men are being hunted by police over an attempted cashpoint robbery. Two women aged 23 and 25 were at the machine outside Lloyds TSB bank in Leytonstone High Road when a man leant over and pressed the 'eject' button. He grabbed the card
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Thomas on target in Eton Manor win
Ben Thomas kicked 17 points as Eton Manor recorded a 31-20 home victory over Letchworth on Saturday. Aware of the significance of a win to stay in touch with the battle for the second play-off position, Manor began well. Following a number
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Nursery has gone from satisfactory to good, watchdog says
STRONG leadership and supportive staff have seen a nursery school up its Ofsted rating to ‘good’. Chigwell and Hainault Synagogue Nursery has received the second highest grading following its latest inspection – an improvement on the ‘satisfactory
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Pensioner attacked at bus stop
A PENSIONER was kicked in the head at a bus stop in an apparently random attack. The 72-year-old man was waiting at the stop in Leytonstone High Road, near the junction of Kirkdale Road opposite the Crown pub, just after 1am on Sunday (November
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Man charged over double stabbing
A MAN has been charged after a couple were stabbed in a house. The 26-year-old woman and 27-year-old man were attacked in the property in Papermill Place, Walthamstow, at around 1am on Sunday (November 18). The woman was slashed in the thigh
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Concern over marshes electricity works
CONCERNS have been raised about an electricity firm's plans to dig 50 metre deep holes in green spaces including a nature reserve. The National Grid wants to carry out works on Walthamstow and Leyton Marshes as part of a seven-year project to
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South Woodford equality campaigner awarded honorary doctorate
THE director of an organisation which encourages black people to register to vote has been awarded an honorary doctorate. Simon Woolley, 50, who lives in South Woodford, was presented with the award by the University of Westminster for his work
