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Council to raise rent for garages and caravan owners
The cost of renting a garage for council tenants and leaseholders will rise by 90p, while travellers will be charged an extra 4.8% to park on council-owned caravan sites
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Waltham Forest College principal announces retirement
Janet Gardner OBE will leave the college in August in order to focus on family caring responsibilities
Man, 19, found dead in Hollow Pond, Leytonstone
Police say they are not treating the death as suspicious
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Man, 19, dies after being found unconscious in Leytonstone
A 19-year-old man has died after he was found unconscious near a lake in east London.
M&S named UK’s favourite supermarket but shoppers say there's a catch
Marks and Spencer tops the latest Which supermarket survey, but shoppers say its higher prices make it a treat or yellow-sticker shop rather than a weekly shop.
After life on the streets, Smudge is ready to settle into a safe home
Smudge, a sweet and affectionate cat with Cats Protection, is searching for a peaceful home where she can thrive.
Little known water bottle rule that could see Brits fined £435 on holiday
Brits traveling to Capri, Italy, are being warned about a little-known water bottle rule that could result in a €500 fine.
Gordon Ramsay’s ‘outstanding’ sky‑high restaurant just earned its first Michelin star
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High has earned its first Michelin star and has been praised for its outstanding food and service.
The cameras that stop wanted criminals from roaming around our towns
Crime in Croydon down under Mayor Jason Perry, with Live Facial Recognition tech helping police arrest over 100 wanted criminals since 2023.
London Underground closures and changes you need to be aware of this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 13 to February 15) and don't be caught out.
Walthamstow man who sexually assaulted sleeping woman on tube jailed
Stanislaw Pozniecki, 49, was sentenced to four years and nine months for the offence which took place on a southbound Jubilee Line service in January 2022
Newham Council to provide Waltham Forest with social care equipment
Waltham Forest is paying Newham a 3% commission on orders of beds, hoists, rails, toileting aids and specialist seats for social care residents after its previous provider went bust
Make do and mend is making a comeback among Brits
"It's surprising how quickly this mindset becomes addictive.
Gen Z begrudge online dating - but almost half don’t know how else to meet someone
Gen Z begrudge online dating - but almost half don’t know how else to meet someone.
'Heartbeat' of The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died aged 72, band confirms
'Heartbeat' of the The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died at the age of 72, the band has confirmed in a statement
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years – filled with nostalgia.
Concerns raised over young people’s lack of trust in Met Police
Removal of safer schools officers and youth engagement and diversion officers blamed by London Assembly members for rising distrust
Aldi apologises and offers refund after 'traumatised' shopper found starfish in meal
Aldi apologised for the "unexpected guests she found", which they claim are common starfish and not harmful, and provided a full refund.
Tesco is making a major change to Clubcards this year affecting millions of customers
Tesco has confirmed it is making a major change to its Clubcard scheme this year, making it available for under-18s.
BREAKING: £1,000 A DAY for 20 YEARS* could start TONIGHT - get 2 bets from just £1.50
Brits have a rare chance tonight to lock in £1,000 every single day for the next 20 years* by betting on one of America's most talked-about lottery games.