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Protest against immigrant checks
A group opposing spot checks to identify illegal immigrants is holding a protest tonight. The Walthamstow Migrants' Action Group (WMAG) will be holding balloons with the logo ‘Welcome to Waltham Forest’ outside Walthamstow Central station between
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Stylish Senior hit double figures
Essex Premier Cup Frenford Senior progressed to the second round in emphatic style as they hammered Kirby Athletic 10-0. Danny Driscoll and Tom Wightman both claimed hat-tricks with Duane Miller, Stuart Williams, Damon O’Neil and Carl Conway also
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Activity list released for disabled youngsters
Children and young people with disabilities are being invited to join in another programme of events. After parents in the district praised summer activities, special needs youngsters are being invited to go horse riding and try new sports.
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Chingford youngsters denied shock win
Chingford Under-15s almost upset the odds to beat Finchley but were edged out 29-22 in an enthralling game. Jim Downey opened the scoring for Chingford early on before Finchley drew level soon after. Chingford remained on top however, and two
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Brave display not enough as Woodford beaten by Westcliff
Woodford suffered a heavy 60-20 home defeat at the hands of London 1 North leaders Westcliff on Saturday but the hosts belied their league position with a brave performance. Westcliff were quick out of the blocks and capitalised to score three
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Chingford leapfrog Manor with emphatic win
Third-placed Chingford jumped above Eton Manor in London 1 North on Saturday with an emphatic 18-0 home win over their local rivals. Manor started the match a point ahead of their opponents but a resounding Chingford victory sees the hosts climb
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Community groups tackle social isolation
Community groups are working together to tackle social isolation in Walthamstow. Action Against Isolation (AAI) invlves 15 organisations, including Significant Seams in Wood Street, The Mill in Coppermill Lane and Contact the Elderly, based at
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Under-fives music group marks 20 years
A children’s music group has marked its 20th anniversary today. The Bongalong group entertains more than 200 children under the age of five each week with activities including singing, dancing and playing instruments. The group has been led
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Churches reveal big changes in Victorian Walthamstow
A historian estimates that the population of Walthamstow almost doubled before the turn of the last century and the numerous churches that sprang up tell a story of a time of great change. As the previously small town population "expoloded" in
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Parking partnership 'facing financial problems'
The organisation tasked with fixing the district’s parking problems is inadequately staffed and struggling financially, a councillor has claimed. There have been widespread complaints about congestion caused by commuters in Epping Forest since
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Actors to perform in murder mystery play with a twist
Actors from a local theatre are performing in a murder mystery play with a twist, allowing the audience to guess who the culprit is. The spooky, specially-penned play will be performed for charity by six actors from the Kenneth More Theatre, Ilford
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Hammers dismiss Zaha rumours
West Ham United have dismissed reports linking them with a move for Manchester United winger Wilfried Zaha. The Hammers were reportedly hoping to bring the former Crystal Palace star to Upton Park in the January transfer window. But West Ham
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Remembrance Day wreaths to be left all year round
Remembrance Day wreaths will now be left all year round, after some laid in November were removed early due to confusion over council policy. The announcement comes after 25 wreaths were removed in May from a memorial in Kings Head Hill, Chingford
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Author reveals unconventional 'cure' for depression
A man who claims to have cured himself of depression after becoming disillusioned with conventional treatment has written a book about the power of positive thinking. Alan Barrington, of Upper Park in Loughton, was diagnosed 50 years ago, when
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Murderer escapes mental health unit
A patient who was sentenced for the murder of a 17-year-old man in Ilford has escaped from a mental health unit. Lerone Michael Boye, 27, was sentenced in December to 28 years for the murder of Kelvin Chibueze, who was fatally stabbed inside Arteflex
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Striking teachers unite over 'factory' schools
Striking teachers claimed schools have become “factories” churning out exam results and pupils with a limited education. Unsustainable extended hours, pay freezes and restrictive syllabuses are hindering teachers' work, according to a group of
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Family fun day with actor
A sports centre is hosting a family fun day with special guest, Joe Swash, former Eastenders actor and winner of ITV’s I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here!. Leytonstone Community Sports Centre in Colworth Rd, Leytonstone, is running a football friendly
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Man pleads guilty to harrassment
A man has admitted beating a woman and harassing her, but is disputing his accuser’s version of events. David Lawrence, of Flaxen Road in Chingford, is said to have called Louise Burns 42 times in five days in June. He admitted harassment,
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Sex shop licence to be considered
A sex shop which closed down could be reopened by new owners. This evening Epping Forest District Council’s Licensing Committee will decide whether or not a Buckhurst Hill shop can continue to run as an adult store. Fifty Ways, in Epping New
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More than 2,000 teachers on strike in Waltham Forest, claims union
More than 2,000 teachers are striking in Waltham Forest today, according to the National Union of Teachers (NUT). Teachers gathered at four picket lines this morning, with one veteran teacher describing the action as “the fight of our lives”.
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Workplace thief avoids jail
A man who stole nearly £5,000 of phone accessories from his workplace has avoided jail. Ramigiusz Welopolski, 42, admitted stealing the items from West One Technology, in Brooker Road, Waltham Abbey, between August 16 and August 23 this year.
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Fire service suggests takeaways during strike
The fire service is advising residents to treat themselves to a takeaway during strike action on Saturday evening. Essex County Fire and Rescue Service say a third of all house fires start in the kitchen, so is suggesting households could order
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Deer warning following deaths
A warning has been issued for drivers to take care around Epping Forest following the death of two teenagers on the A10. During October deer engage in mating battles which can make them less aware of their surroundings. Because of this they
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Lisbie believes Orient winger Odubajo can be as good as he wants
Kevin Lisbie insists Leyton Orient winger Moses Odubajo can “go all the way” in his career. Odubajo has emerged as one of the club’s most prized assets after becoming a first-team regular at Brisbane Road over the last 18 months. Odubajo has
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Schools hit by strike action
Schools across the area are closed as teachers stage a one-day strike over pay and pensions. Members of the NUT and NASUWT in Waltham Forest and Redbridge have walked out, with the majority of schools either closed or offering limited lessons.
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Father recalls random knife attack horror
The victim of a brutal stabbing says his attackers were set on murdering a random victim and only luck saved his life. Police have launched an appeal for information three weeks after the 26-year-old apprentice labourer suffered multiple stab wounds
