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Six gang members jailed after million pound gold bullion heist
SIX members of an organised gang, including the stepfather of two TOWIE stars, were jailed today for more than 23 years after a million pound gold and silver bullion heist in Belguim. The heist was masterminded by David Chatwood, stepfather of
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Painter auctions artwork on eBay
A PAINTER is auctioning his latest piece on eBay to raise money for a homeless charity. Modern artist Paul Cates, of Chingford Lane, Woodford Green, created a painting called Books v Kindle and encouraged members of the public to add their thoughts
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Brownies appeal for help
BROWNIES in the district have put out an appeal for a new brown owl. A shortage of helpers is threatening the future of some units, and brownie leaders are hoping that some new volunteers will put themselves forward. Anyone who might help can call the
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Christmas services at St John's in Epping
A FESTIVAL of nine lessons and carols will take place at St John the Baptist’s Church in Epping on December 23. The service at the church in St John’s Road starts at 6pm, and will be followed on Christmas Eve by a crib service at 5pm. Midnight mass
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Give blood for Christmas
A LATE Christmas present can be given to the world at large by people prepared to donate blood at a session on Boxing Day. The hall of Epping Catholic Church in Church Hill will host the session between 9.45am and 1.15pm. To make an appointment call
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Children to lead town's carol service
THE children of St John’s Secondary School in Epping will lead an open-air carol service in the town on Christmas Eve. Carols on The Green gets underway on the green by the war memorial at 3.45pm, accompanied by the choir and the band from the school
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No need to be alone on Christmas Day
CHURCHES across the district are uniting to offer a Christmas dinner to those who might otherwise find themselves alone on Christmas Day. A couple, or a carer and dependent, may also apply to come to the family-style lunch with entertainment that will
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MP warns against giving dogs as Christmas presents
EPPING Forest MP Eleanor Laing leant her support to the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, at an event in Westminster. The Dogs Trust was attempting to highlight its annual Twelve Strays of Christmas campaign, which cautions against giving dogs as Christmas
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World record confirmed for gym members
GYM members across the district helped set a new world record with a 24-hour indoor cycle relay. More than 20 gyms in the Everyone Active chain took part in the event, including Epping Sports Centre, Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool, Ongar Leisure Centre,
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Pupils put on nativity show
PRIMARY school pupils put on a nativity show to a packed audience of proud parents, families and friends this week. Children at Normanhurst School, in Station Road, Chingford, performed ‘The Bossy King’, about an imperious monarch who changes his
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Water leak safety concern
THERE are fears water leak could pose a risk to pedestrians as temperatures plummet. The steady flow of water near four businesses in George Lane, South Woodford, was first reported on November 12 by shop staff at Argus Lighting. But Thames
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New sexual health clinics
NEW sexual health clinics have now opened in Waltham Forest, to allow more people access to check-ups and safe sex advice. Comely Bank Clinic in Ravenswood Road, Walthamstow, and Silverthorn Medical Centre in Friars Close, Chingford, both now offer
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Boxing: Waltham Forest boxers give 'strong account of themselves'
There was a mixed night for Waltham Forest Amateur Boxing Club at their second show of the month at the Prince Regent Hotel in Chigwell. Forest won two fights and lost four, but a number of those losses were close. Callam Chalk and Deayndra Allen
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Church needs £5,000 to finish restoration work
A CHURCH needs £5,000 to complete a £260,000 restoration project. In a final fundraising push, people are being offered the chance to have a name inscribed for £20 on a stone artwork donated to Christ Church in Wanstead Place. It is an attempt
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Off-duty police officer attacked
AN OFF-DUTY police officer was attacked at a railway station yesterday evening. Waltham Forest Police sent at least three patrol cars to Chingford Railway Station at 6.30pm after being alerted to the attack, but the suspect got away. Officers
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Card comp winners' work on display
A SCHOOLGIRL will see the greeting card she designed sent to groups across her home town after winning a competition. Georgia Bentley, 10, a pupil at Hereward Primary School in Colebrook Lane, Loughton, won a competition set up by the town council
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Bury v Leyton Orient preview
Leyton Orient head into their clash with Bury tomorrow on the back of a brilliant seven-match winning run. The O's have won their last four games in League One and have also progressed in both the FA Cup and Johnstone's Paint Trophy. Their
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Spurs boosted by availability of Adebayor
Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas has expressed his delight at the fact Emmanuel Adebayor will not be taking part with Togo in the Africa Cup of Nations next month. The striker has been involved in a row with his country's football federation over
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New arts and crafts store creates 25 jobs
AN ARTS and crafts store has created 25 jobs for local people after opening last week. Hobbycraft in Corktree Retail Park off Hall Lane, Chingford, opened its doors on Saturday and staff gave their first 100 customers a free gift to celebrate.
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International showjumper to defend title
One of Great Britain’s brightest young showjumpers will be hoping to defend his title this month at the Under-23 Britsh Championship final. Daniel Neilson, from Chigwell, will be competing against 23 other talented riders on Friday, December 21
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Orient 'will not panic' as West Ham edge closer to Olympic Stadium move
LEYTON Orient will not panic after West Ham were granted preferred bidder status for the Olympic Stadium this week, according to chairman Barry Hearn. The O’s bid to share the £429 million ground with the Hammers has been rejected by the London
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Pet portraits to raise money for animal sanctuary
CATS and dogs look set to have a purr-fect Christmas as a photography studio sets about raising money to help an animal sanctuary. Venture Photography in High Road, South Woodford is supporting Battersea Dogs and Cats Home by donating £5 every
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Council urges government to help it build more homes
LAWS on borrowing should be relaxed to help solve the housing crisis, it is claimed. Cllr Marie Pye, who is responsible for trying to create new homes in Waltham Forest, said 300 homes could be built quickly if the government removed restrictions aimed
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Proposed fire station closure slammed
PROPOSALS to close a fire station have been described as scandalous. Hainault station in New North Road is among 30 across London which are being considered for closure to cut costs. Laurence Brightman, treasurer for the London Fire Brigades Union
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Epping set for first Christmas tennis tournament
The first annual Christmas Junior Tennis Tournament at Epping Tennis Club will take place this Saturday and Sunday. New head coach David Watson has been encouraged by the response so far and is hoping to include any young aspiring tennis players
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Lorry fire on motorway
A LORRY caught fire on a motorway last night bringing traffic to a standstill. The fire started shortly after 8pm on the M25 close to junction 27 for the M11. Crews from Loughton, Harlow and Brentwood were called to the fire at around 8.15pm
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Christmas carols by candlelight
CAROLERS will take a step back in time and sing by candlelight at a church. The informal carol singing session will happen at the Church of the Holy Innocents in Church Lane, High Beach on December 12 from 7.30pm. Visitors to the church will
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Woman fights off attacker
A WOMAN fought off a man who attacked her as she walked home from a station. A man grabbed the 22-year-old by the mouth from behind as she walked along Station Road, Loughton, at about 9pm on Tuesday. She tried to scream, but the man put his
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ITV Text Santa appeal filmed at children's hospice
ITV's annual Text Santa fundraising appeal was filmed at a children's hospice last month. The crew visited Haven House Children's Hospice in High Road, Woodford Green and focused on 7-year-old Jayden Maloney and his mum Vanessa from Waltham Cross
