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Runners quintet make Wanstead top ten
East London Runners saw five of their runners finish in the top ten of the Wanstead Flats 5km run on Saturday, though none could manage to record a new personal best. It was again Euan Brown who finished first with a time of 16.55 and a minute
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Podium position for Forest
Epping Swimming Club came third in the Essex Swimming League after finishing in the same position in the final round of the league on Saturday in Braintree. Swimming to first place and therefore achieving maximum points was the girls’ Under-11
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Jet Black British Barbie accused of racist attack
A woman called Miss Jet Black British Barbie has appeared in court accused of beating up a man in a racist attack. Miss British Barbie, of Rosebury Square in Woodford Green, is alleged to have attacked Ramin Sasani in Harlow, Essex, on Thursday
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Fields and forest discovery walk
A five mile walk across some of the district’s most attractive fields and forest land is to be held next month. On June 8, the West Essex Ramblers will lead the tour, guiding newcomers and keen walkers along, in the free event. Anyone who wishes
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UCKG "totally committed" to building church after EMD cinema appeal rejected
A religious group remains “totally committed” to creating a church in Walthamstow after its appeal against a decision blocking its conversion of a former cinema into a centre of worship was rejected. Secretary of state for communities Eric Pickles
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Sports centre up for award
A sports centre has made it to the finals of a national industry award for the first time. Epping Sports Centre has been named one of the 15 top leisure centres in the country by leisure industry body UK Active. Kim Bames, a manager for the
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Young fashionistas invited to free workshops
Young people who are passionate about fashion are invited to take part in new fashion development workshops. Aimed at people aged between 9 and 20, up to 15 young East London residents can participate in the project run by East London resident
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Head teacher to challenge latest Ofsted report
The head teacher of a school that has gone from outstanding to good in its latest Ofsted report says he will appeal. Christian Cavanagh, head of Debden Park High School in Willingale Road, Loughton, said he would challenge the inspectors over the
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Businessman fined over illegal waste disposal
A businessman has been hit with a hefty fine for posing a risk to public health and the environment. Epping Forest District Council brought a prosecution against Christopher Harwood for offences committed at the former Chimes Garden Nursery site, in
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Man investigated for erecting 'phony no parking signs'
AN investigation is under way after claims a homeowner painted his own road markings and erected phony 'no parking' signs opposite his house. The resident, of Broomhill Road in Woodford Green, has installed three bright yellow notices fixed into
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Extra police summoned after Woolwich terror attack
Extra police have been summoned to patrol the borough’s streets after yesterday’s terror attack in Woolwich. Waltham Forest is one of the London boroughs benefitting from an increased police presence after 1,200 officers were drafted in to help
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School goes from outstanding to good in latest Ofsted report
One of the most improved schools in the country has lost its outstanding status. Debden Park High School in Willingale Road, Loughton, was judged as good by Ofsted in its first report since becoming an academy, published today. The leadership
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WaterWorks campsite open for bookings
The camping ground at the WaterWorks site off Lea Bridge Road is now taking bookings for the summer. Visitors can book their pitches for four weekends over summer at the WaterWorks Centre campsite, which is the closest campsite to Queen Elizabeth
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Council to review alley parking after fire
Parking restrictions in a narrow alley are being reviewed after a fire engine was unable to access a blaze at the back of a bar. A fire broke out at the back of Switch bar in Station Passage, South Woodford, last Monday. Bar manager Jamie Garwood
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Campaigners urge UCKG to sell former EMD cinema after appeal rejected
Campaigners who want to bring the former EMD cinema back into use have called on its religious owners to sell it, after a bid to overturn a decision blocking it from being turned into a church failed. The government today dismissed an appeal from
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'High streets are beyond help' says shop owner
A businessman is getting set to say goodbye to the high street after more than a decade of trade as he says that there is no future for independent retailers in the district’s town centres. Shoe shop, Samana, has been on Loughton High Road for 12 years
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Hammers hope London can lure Lukaku
West Ham hope the lure of London could be enough to tempt Romelu Lukaku, after the Hammers revealed their interest in signing the striker on loan from Chelsea. Lukaku scored 17 goals this season for West Brom and despite returning to Chelsea, it
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Traders call for CCTV following robberies
Traders will demand CCTV cameras are installed at a shopping parade which has been hit by two robberies in the space of a month. Time Gold Jewellers in The Broadway, Woodford Green, was robbed by a gang of five men last week. And, in April,
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Singers to walk coast in aid of Benjamin Britten centenary concert
Singers will put on their walking boots in a bid to fundraise for a concert celebrating 100 years since the birth of composer Benjamin Britten. The Valentine Singers, who have a branch that meets in St John’s church, Buckhurst Hill, plan to walk
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Pensioner pleads not guilty to indecent assault charges
A pensioner has pleaded not guilty to three counts of indecent assault. Ibrahim Doldur, 70, of Hampton Road in Chingford, entered his plea at Thames Magistrates Court yesterday after three women told police they had been sexually assaulted in parks
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Chingford business asks for generosity in donation drive
Spring cleaners can drop off unwanted items at a local Chingford business during a week-long charity drive to support the disability charity Scope. The Chingford Safestore has teamed up with Scope for the ‘Dash to Donate’ challenge and donations
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Muslims call on community to unite after terror attack
Prominent members of the Muslim community have called on the borough to unite against hate crime following yesterday's terror attack in Woolwich. The Islam community was quick to condemn yesterday’s attack on the man, who eyewitnesses claim was
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Plumber charged over £1 million cannabis haul
An Ilford plumber has been charged with drug offences after police stopped a van carrying an estimated £1 million worth of cannabis. Andrew Fraser, 49, of Green Lane in Ilford, was arrested by Essex police following a routine stop check on a Transit
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Growers on town's oldest allotments prepare to mark 200 years
When a town’s oldest allotment site was set up 200 years ago, working the ground on a Sunday was banned, people in trouble with the law were thrown off and rent was just a shilling a year. The Loughton Potato Ground allotments in Baldwin’s Hill
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Evening meetings to boost business
A group set up to encourage small business owners to boost each other’s trade has launched a new session. The Epping Forest Business Group has begun a new monthly meeting in Theydon Bois for people who are interested in networking, but cannot make
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Car fire in High Road
Fire-fighters battled a car blaze this lunchtime. The fire brigade said they called to the scene in Ilford High Road, near the junction with Aldborough Road, at 12.19pm. A spokesman said: "It was all dealt with within ten minutes". There
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Muslim leader condemns Woolwich attack
The secretary of a charitable trust which oversees a South Woodford mosque has condemned yesterday’s terrorist attack in south London. A British soldier was hacked to death by extremists in a Woolwich Street, yesterday. Following the murder
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Armed Forces Day agenda announced
The Chingford branch of the Royal British Legion has announced the agenda for their Armed Forces Day event. The family fun day on Chingford Green will begin with a parade beginning at Chingford Plains, with 200-300 people already set to take part
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Muslims fear religious tensions after terror attack in Woolwich
Members of the Muslim community have condemned an Islamic terror attack in Woolwich which killed a serving soldier and claim they are now “treading on eggshells” in Waltham Forest. The community was quick to condemn yesterday’s attack on the man
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Central line good service resumes
The Central line is now operating a good service following earlier severe delays and a part suspension. The line was closed westbound between Leytonstone and Liverpool Street during the morning rush-hour due to a faulty train. Transport for
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Build a bed for wildlife
A call for volunteers to help build a base for wildlife has gone out across the district. On June 1 people are asked to lend a hand to construct a giant floating reed bed for the popular Connaught Water, Epping Forest. From 10am until 2pm the group
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Donkey rides for children this half term
Children are being offered the chance to have a ride on a donkey this half term holiday. The rides, provided by Riffhams Donkeys, will take place on Wednesday between 10.30am and 3.30pm at Foxburrows Farm and Zoo in Hainault Forest Country Park
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Have your cake and create it
There was a time when the humble dessert, a crumbly cheesecake or a tantalising tart, was the perfect ending to an evening meal. When the Victoria sandwich, with its dusted sugar, moist sponge and oozing raspberry jam, was marvelled at by
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Crossing consultation to begin next week
A consultation over proposals for a long-campaigned for pedestrian crossing is due to begin next week. Redbridge Council has confirmed that consultation forms should be sent out to properties near the site of the proposed crossing in The Broadway
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'Yeovil have shown what is possible'
Orient boss Russell Slade believes Yeovil Town are an example of what can be achieved on a small budget after they upset the odds to win the League One play-offs. Gary Johnson’s side were not expected to be in contention for promotion at the start
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Trench talk at library
Learn about the impact of the First World War on the English language in a talk by two authors. Julian Walker and Peter Doyle will be at Wanstead Library in Spratt Hall Road on June 7 to discuss their book Trench Talk. The book examines the
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EMD cinema appeal rejected
A church’s appeal against Waltham Forest Council's decision to reject its bid to turn the former EMD cinema into a centre of worship has failed. The government today dismissed the United Church for the Kingdom of God’s (UCKG) bid to overturn the
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Bungalow plans through to next stage of process
A housing trust has been told its plans for a reduced rent bungalow have reached the next stage of the process. Officials at Epping Forest District Council said the Theydon Trust, which provides housing for people in need, should not be allowed
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Leyton girls, 8 and 10, to have art displayed at Olympic Park
Two girls from a Leyton primary school will have artwork showcased to an international audience of thousands after winning a UEFA initiative. Suzanne Wilson, 8, and Maariya Patel, 10, submitted the work as part of a program called Shine on Saturdays
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Orient boss admits it is a waiting game in transfer market
Manager Russell Slade admits Leyton Orient may have to play a waiting game this summer as they look to strengthen their squad. From August, League One clubs will only be able to spend 60 per cent of their revenue on wages, which is a five per cent
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Golf course marks 50 years with charity tournament
A golf course celebrated its 50th anniversary with a charity tournament. The event at High Beech Golf Club in Wellington Hill saw four teams battle it out over nine holes, with the Dave Etherington team winning with 57 points. Proceeds from
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Police recruitment event
Essex police are offering people the chance to take their first step towards joining the force. On June 22 a recruitment event will take place at the Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon, for anyone considering becoming a special constable. Representatives
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Central line service resumes with delays
Services on the Central line have resumed but with severe delays. The railway was part suspended earlier westbound between Leytonstone and Liverpool Street due to a faulty train.
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Council spends nearly £24 million rehousing homeless outside borough
Waltham Forest Council has spent nearly £24 million rehousing homeless people in short-term accommodation outside of the borough since 2009, according to new figures. The authority, which has a housing waiting list of 24,000 people, has the third
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Central line part suspended
The Central line is now part suspended between Leytonstone and Liverpool Street westbound. There are severe delays on the rest of the route. Transport for London (TfL) earlier warned of severe delays due a person being taken ill at Stratford
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Delays on the Central line
There are severe delays on the westbound Central line this morning. It due to a person being taken ill at Stratford station. The entire route is affected.
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Missing woman found
A woman who went missing last week has been found. Tina Harrison, 57, was last seen in Tottenham where she lives on Wednesday, and police thought she might be in Nazeing because she has family links there. Police announced late yesterday she
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Bid for new building with eight flats approved
A bid to build a new block of flats has been granted planning permission. The application was for a building up to three storeys high with eight one bed flats and two commercial units at the corner of Acacia Road and Sansom Road in Leytonstone.
