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District landmark to be included in major war research project
A combined project by the Council for British Archaeology and English Heritage will see an Epping Forest landmark added to a map of sites important in the First World War. The Royal Gunpowder Mills, Waltham Abbey, will be one of hundreds of sites
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Industrial estate abandoned after inferno wrecks businesses
A once thriving industrial estate has been left almost derelict after a fire ripped through it, destroying a number of businesses. Just one week on from the fire at Matching Green Airfield the charred remains of coaches, racing cars and tools are
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Leyton Orient renew request for Olympic Stadium judicial review
Leyton Orient FC have renewed an application for a judicial review into the tenancy of the Olympic Stadium. The Os had a written request for a review rejected by a court in April, but have repeated their request for a review of the London Legacy
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Teenage boy suffers head injury in crash
A teenage boy has been taken to hospital with a head injury after a road traffic collision. Paramedics were called to the scene of the crash in Forest Road, Walthamstow, after the incident at about 3.40pm. The team treated a boy thought to
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Mother speaks out after tripping in a gaping hole in the pavement with her pram
A mother who tripped in a hole and fell into the road with her baby’s pram said she had feared for his life. Sanet Le Grange, 35, was pushing her son Louis along Loughton High Road when she put her foot down the hole as she approached the crossing
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Send us your wedding photos and stories
Are you getting married or have recently tied the knot? If so the Guardian wants to hear from you. Send us your wedding photos and a short story of the big day by filling in the form at http://www.guardian-series.co.uk/weddings/sharestories/
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Woman killed in car crash
Police are appealing for information after a woman was killed in a car crash last night. It happened on the A12 near Newbury Park Tube Station at 11.10pm. Police say red Vauxhall Corsa and a silver BMW collided on the eastbound carriageway
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Number of criminals brought to justice has almost doubled, say police
Nearly twice the amount of criminals in the district are being caught and brought to justice, according to the police. In the last twelve months 27.9 percent of all crimes in Epping Forest have ended in perpetrators being charged and taken to court
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Top dog show raises whopping £1,500 for church repairs
A dog show raised a whopping £1,500 towards repairing an historic church. More than 70 pet pooches took part in The Parish of Wanstead Village Dog Show on Sunday at Christ Church Gardens in Wanstead Place. The contest, in aid of the on-going
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Hundreds attend North East London Business Expo
Hundreds of business owners and entrepreneurs are in attendance at the North East London Business Expo today. The event, at Leyton Orient FC’s Brisbane Road Stadium in Leyton, features around 100 companies advertising their products and services
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Leyton Orient renew application for judicial review into Olympic Stadium tenancy
Leyton Orient have confirmed they have renewed their application for permission for a judicial review against the London Legacy Development Corporation's decision to deny them the Olympic Stadium tenancy. The O's believe that in refusing permission
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McKay century not enough for Chingford Seconds
Essex League - Second XI Premier Division A century from Matthew McKay was not enough as Chingford Seconds’ drew with Chelmsford Seconds. McKay hit 105, including 20 fours, and was ably supported by Mark Fletcher who scored 41 as Chingford
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Wanstead Park photos on display at gallery
An exhibition of photos taken in Wanstead Park will be on display in a gallery from this Saturday. The pictures were all taken as part of a competition run by the Friends of Wanstead Parklands and are being exhibited at Eightyfour, a photography
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Woman celebrates 100th birthday in post office
A woman celebrated her 100th birthday yesterday when friends surprised her during a visit to her local post office. Queenie Hurlecky, of Station Road in Chingford, was shocked when her friends presented her with the cake in Chingford Post Office
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Spurs quartet selected for England Under-21s
Tottenham have four players named in the England Under-21 squad for this summer's European Championships. Steven Caulker, Danny Rose, Adam Smith and Andros Townsend have all been included by Stuart Pearce but promising central midfielder Tom Carroll
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Wanstead High Street arrest man to appear at Old Bailey
A man arrested by armed police in Wanstead High Street last week will appear at the Old Bailey in August for a plea and case management hearing. Wayne Colligan, 42, of Chafford Hundred in Essex, has been charged with attempted robbery and possession
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Amateur filmmakers plan to show off east London in Chas and Dave music video
Amateur filmmakers plan to show off east London in a music video for a Chas and Dave song which they hope will go viral. Walthamstow Amateur Cine Club (WACC) is now looking for dozens of volunteers help them bring ‘Snake Eyes Bert’ to life, filling
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Waltham Forest Dyslexia Association to host quiz night
Waltham Forest Dyslexia Association hopes to raise funds with a quiz night. The organisation will hold the event at St Theresa's Roman Catholic Hall, in Station Road, Chingford, on Saturday as it tries to raise cash. People are invited to bring
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Sports club thriving after forty years
More young people than ever are signing up to try their hand at an unusual sport. Epping Archers, who will soon celebrate their 40th anniversary, have seen membership applications soar since the Olympics, last year. Club secretary, 74-year-old
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Teen arrested on suspicion of murder of Champion Ganda
Another teenager has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of Champion Ganda. The 17-year-old was arrested in Leyton yesterday after Ganda died from repeated stab wounds in Sandringham Road, Forest Gate, last Thursday. Ganda, 17, was pronounced
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Nurses and midwives praised at NHS trust conference
The chief executive of a health trust which has been the subject of several critical reports from a health watchdog has praised her staff for taking action to turn things around. Averil Dongworth was speaking at a special conference organised by
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Chingford and South Woodford record opening day victories
Essex League - Premier Division Chingford are off to a winning start after beating Chelmsford by 31 runs away from home. Chelmsford elected to bowl and that looked like a good decision as the hosts skittled through Chingford’s middle order
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Forest discovery bike ride being held
A bike ride over forest tracks and trails is to be held, this month. Forest Keeper Ian Greer will lead a group around Epping Forest on May 26, from 10.45am until 4pm. The guided tour will be free and will give people the chance to discover different
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Parking permit scheme changes to be discussed
Proposals to modify a parking permit scheme which has divided opinion in Wanstead will be discussed at a meeting on Monday night. A one-year trial permit scheme was introduced in Addison, Dangan, Spratt Hall and Chaucer Roads in April 2012 after
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Young man remains fighting for life in hospital after assault
A young man is still fighting for his life in hospital after being assaulted. The 29-year-old is in a critical but stable condition after suffering head injuries late on Monday, May 6, at the junction of Lamorna Close and Hale End Road in Walthamstow
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Hearing due to be held into teenager's death
A hearing into the death of an 18-year-old who died in Vietnam is due to take place on Thursday. Henry Owen, of Theydon Mount, near Epping, died in April after travelling to the country on holiday. The inquest is due to be held on Thursday
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Businessman cleared of sexual assault backs proposals for anonymity for those accused of sex crimes
A young businessman who lost everything after being falsely accused of sexual assault has backed calls for anonymity to be granted to those charged with sexual offences. Kingsley Michaels was found not guilty of assaulting a 22-year-old woman from
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Children urged to join church choir
A church is looking for seven to 13-year-olds who enjoy singing to join its ranks. The Abbey Choristers is looking for children to practice every Friday from 6pm to 7pm and sing in two Sunday morning services a month. For more information,
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Hearts Together to put on dance show to bridge cultural gap between old and young generations
An organisation aiming to create stronger ties between older and younger members of the community through dance is putting on a show. Hearts Together, a non-profit organisation, will address issues of alienation within families and different generations
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Top cops ordered to go back to basics
The county’s new chief constable has ordered his senior colleagues to return to the beat. Stephen Kavanagh, who was appointed earlier this month, has said that every officer from the rank of Chief Inspector upwards, will now be expected to spend
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Dozens of phones stolen in shop burglary
Burglars stole dozens of mobile phones, cameras and accessories from a shop in Goodmayes. The break-in happened at E-Zee Communications in Ravening Parade, Goodmayes Road, some time between the evening of May 4 and the morning of May 6. Items
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Free concert in park
Enjoy four hours of free music in an Ilford Park. The Redbridge Music Lounge and the Green Fair Music Club have organised a free concert in the walled garden at Valentines Mansion and Gardens in Emerson Road, Ilford. The event, which will run
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Open day at Memorial Hall
Find out about a range of community groups at a church hall open day. The Woodford Parish Church Memorial Hall in High Road, South Woodford, will host an open day on May 18 between 11am-3pm. There will be stalls representing the various groups
