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E-bike rider dies after collision with horse and cart in Chingford

The police have arrested the driver of the horse and cart on suspicion of wanton and furious driving and are appealing for witnesses to yesterday evening's collision in Folly Lane

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Campaigners urge council to allow residents to grow food on underused public land

More than 50 local residents planted edible plants on underused land in their neighbourhoods last weekend as part of a community action campaign

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Concerns raised over impact of new data centres on London’s energy supply

The number of data centres in London could soon double if current plans come to fruition

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Khan urged to clarify how extra cash would be spent

City Hall's 2026/27 budget looks likely to be boosted by hundreds of millions in previously unexpected income and reduced costs

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Walthamstow furniture shop to become off-license

The store, in Market Parade, off Forest Road, will become Gro Green, selling a range of international foods, beers and wines, and organic produce

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Chingford Mount bar at centre of stabbing faces license challenge

The Met has submitted an application to the council for a review of the Scorpion Lounge’s licence after two men were stabbed following a disturbance in the bar on Sunday morning

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Sponsored: How to find the right car for urban driving in Waltham Forest

Most drivers pick cars based on looks or brand prestige, but for London streets this means wasted fuel, parking headaches, and costly repairs from potholes.

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Budgens to open store in Leyton’s Coronation Square

The grocery store chain will open a store in the Leyton development later this year

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Khan predicts ‘real acceleration’ of housebuilding in London

The London mayor is scrambling to meet affordable homes targets in the capital following a major construction slowdown

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De Montfort University campus in Leicester closes amid 'very serious incident'

De Montfort University campus in Leicester has been closed by police amid a "very serious incident”

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Anne Hegerty reveals details of new spin-off of The Chase as filming to start soon

Anne Hegerty has confirmed filming for a new travel spin-off The Chase begins in May, as the popular ITV quiz show expands internationally.

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Chingford Police Station front desk to shut at end of month

Chingford Police Station's front desk will close on Saturday, 28th February

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Martin Lewis warning to workers on pension auto enrolment and why it is 'free money'

Millions of UK workers are missing out on 'free money' by opting out of pension auto enrolment, according to consumer expert Martin Lewis.

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Tesco Clubcard vouchers warning as £11m in rewards must be used by February deadline

Tesco customers are being warned to check their accounts urgently as £11 million worth of Tesco Clubcard vouchers are set to expire

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'Very rare' Royal Mint Shakespeare £2 coin selling for more than £50 on eBay

A 'very rare' £2 coin has sold for 26 times its face value because of one subtle error.

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EasyJet issues important warning to Brits planning holidays this year

easyJet advises passengers to check their passports before flying and replace them in good time if ripped so they can fly

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Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid

John Virgo, who has died aged 79, was known for his playing career in snooker as well as being a commentator for the sport on the BBC

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Blackadder star Stephen Fry lands 'quirky' leading role in new US drama

Stephen Fry will be back on American TV screens as he's landed a major role in new Fox drama The Interrogator where he'll play a former MI6 spy, Conrad Henry.

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Schools face reduced attainment or closure amid declining pupil rolls, councils warn

There are now 27% less nursery pupils in Waltham Forest than there were ten years ago (2015/16), with numbers dropping by 7% between 2023/24 and 2024/25 alone

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East London thug who killed law student over a jacket attacks prison guards

A man who killed a law student over a designer jacket in Walthamstow has had his sentence extended for attacking prison officers.