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Centering joy
As local dance company Wee Movers celebrates its fifth anniversary, Ellie Waterhouse meets its founder Fiona Campbell
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Nourishing the community
David O'Driscoll meets the founder of Nourished Communities, a deli bringing sustainable, locally sourced food to Walthamstow
Cab drivers committing sex offences triples in three years
The Metropolitan Police logged a total of 70 arrests leading to charges between January 2023 and December 2025, where the suspect’s occupation was listed as a taxi or minicab driver
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‘More to be done’ on tackling ‘unacceptable’ levels of violence against women on London transport
Among 4,593 incidents of violence against women and girls recorded on the London transport network last year only around 3% resulted in a charge or summons
Man, 34, dies after falling from height in Stratford
A 34-year-old man has died after falling from height in Stratford.
Scott Mills sacked by BBC Radio 2 over a 'personal conduct' allegation
BBC Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills has been sacked by the broadcaster due to an allegation surrounding personal conduct
Emmerdale and Corrie face more TV schedule changes this week – when to watch
Emmerdale and Coronation Street will see more schedule changes this week due to an England football match being aired on ITV1 on Tuesday, March 31.
Nestle issues update on KitKat shortage fears after 12 tonnes of chocolate stolen
Nestle said 12 tonnes of KitKat chocolate were stolen while in transit between the factory and their destination
ITV's Susanna Reid absent from Good Morning Britain as presenter ‘takes a break’
This is why Susanna Reid isn't presenting Good Morning Britain on ITV1 today (March 30) as star reveals she is 'taking a break'
Council to move ahead with divesting pension funds from arms trade
The pension committee confirmed it can pull its fund without any 'material impact' on the town hall's financial health, though activists remain concerned at a lack of speed
How to stop a dog biting a postman? Royal Mail urges Brits to use vital 4-word sign
Royal Mail shares how Brits can stop a dog biting a postman or postwoman, including four-word warning sign after 2,000 attacks
Four rushed to hospital after crash in Chadwell Heath
Four people have been rushed to hospital after a crash in Chadwell Heath.
First phase of improvements to Walthamstow High Street complete
The first phase of improvements to Walthamstow High Street is now complete, delivering clearer pedestrian zones, new trees, planting, seating and cycle parking.
Former surgery could be converted into new homes
Here are the latest planning applications considered by Waltham Forest Council, featuring a range of proposals for new homes alongside residential improvements.
The lost London Tube station that has starred in movies and which you can still visit
There's still one of London Underground's abandoned Tube stations that you can visit and take a tour of.
Call to protect Epping Forest as housing and transport issues grow
Richard Mathams on warnings raised at The Epping Society AGM by MP Dr Neil Hudson about mounting development pressures on Epping Forest and the future of the Green Belt.
Top-rated cafes in the east London town named one of the UK's best places to live
After Walthamstow was rated as one of the best places to live in the UK, we've pulled together some of its best-rated cafes.
Misadventures in the weird world of niche magazines
Brett Ellis dives into the quirky world of niche magazines, sharing his comic misadventures with everything from farm journals to a very misleading ‘Escort’ title.
Nearly 600 residents helped but digital support lifeline set to close
VAEF’s Power UP! service, which has supported nearly 600 residents with digital skills and devices, is set to close as funding ends, prompting an urgent call for support.
Former Ilford factory could be turned into flats
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Redbridge Council, featuring developments.