East London and West Essex Guardian

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:30:23 +0000
Man jailed after sexually assaulting woman on busy Central line train
A man has been jailed after sexually assaulting a woman on a packed Central line train from Liverpool Street.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Record number of visitors at North London recycling centres over summer
North London Reuse and Recycling Centres saw a record 286,000 visitors in summer 2025, up 13%. LondonEnergy credits campaigns and new Edmonton Eco-Park.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:29:17 +0000
Plans which could 'shroud communities in secrecy' to be discussed at key debate
Plans which could give the public less say in what happens in their communities are likely to be discussed in the House of Commons.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Plans which could 'shroud communities in secrecy' to be discussed at key debate
Plans which could give the public less say in what happens in their communities are likely to be discussed in the House of Commons.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:45:00 +0000
South Woodford pub reopens after revamp
The George pub in South Woodford has reopened following a refurbishment.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:14:18 +0000
Hunt for group after man attacked and robbed at London Waterloo station
A man was attacked and robbed at Waterloo Station on November 21 and CCTV images have been released of four men the police would like to speak to.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
New Tesco Express store comes to Wanstead
A brand new Tesco Express has opened its doors to shoppers in Wanstead.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:14:47 +0000
Ex-England player arrested ‘on suspicion of attempted rape’ at London airport
A former England and Premier League footballer has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of attempted rape, according to reports.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:49:22 +0000
Trains at major London station cancelled all day by signal fault
Trains running between major London stations are expected to be cancelled all day after a signalling fault. Live updates here.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:54:54 +0000
The Met Office London weather forecast for the week ahead
According to the Met Office, the weather for London will see some significant changes over the next few days

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:22:24 +0000
'Unexploded' bomb found in west London college forces evacuation and road closure
An "unexploded" bomb was found in a west London college seeing the site evacuated and surrounding roads closed.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Theatre and health centre feature in weekly Waltham Forest plans
This week's planning applications sent to Waltham Forest Council have been revealed.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:55:59 +0000
Recap as 'severe' delays on M25 after crash involving two lorries
There are long delays on the M25 near Waltham Cross and Enfield with two lanes closed following a crash.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Inside 1930s Walthamstow family home listed for £1.1 million
A 1930s four-bedroom mid-terraced home in Greenway Avenue, Walthamstow, has been listed for £1.1m.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:11:13 +0000
MoneyMagpie reveals the best activities to reconnect with loved ones
“The festive season isn’t about gifts: it’s about memories. Make them!”

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:18:10 +0000
Jury trials to be scrapped for crimes with sentences of less than three years
Jury trials will be scrapped in England and Wales for crimes that carry a sentence likely to be less than three years

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:48:24 +0000
Netflix quietly stops users from being able to cast from mobile devices to TVs
Netflix has quietly removed the option that allows users to stream content from mobile phones to TVs.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:47:15 +0000
Ryanair says major change to boarding passes has been 'a huge success'
Ryanair says its new paperless boarding pass rule has been "a huge success" and the move can keep flights cheaper for passengers.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:47:52 +0000
John Lewis warning to shoppers as product sold this year could catch fire
The Office for Product Safety and Standards warned the John Lewis product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment Safety Regulations 2016.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:16:04 +0000
An ice sculpture of classic two-up, two-down terraced homes has been unveiled
An ice sculpture of classic two-up, two-down terraced homes has been unveiled – shining a spotlight on the millions of people living in fuel poverty across the UK.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:33:13 +0000
Former England cricketer Robin Smith dies aged 62 as fans pay tribute
Robin Smith, the former England cricketer, has died at the age of 62, his former teammate Kevan James announced today (Tuesday, December 2)

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:30:18 +0000
Signal fault causes major disruption until end of day at London station
A signal failure is causing major disruption between London Blackfriars and St Pancras.

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:19:17 +0000
Paddington musical is a marmalade-filled smash of a show
The makers of this new musical version of the Paddington stories at The Savoy Theatre have certainly looked after Michael Bond's beloved bear

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:20:39 +0000
Kings Cross trains delayed after person hit by train
East Midlands Railway services are delayed to London after a person hit by a train. Follow our blog for updates.

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:12:27 +0000
We tried The Savoy hotel cheese trolley - here's what it was like
Experience The Savoy’s famous Cheese Trolley in Bar 1890 for just £35. Enjoy expert fromagers and elegant surroundings in an accessible luxury treat.

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:44:17 +0000
EastEnders legend reveals heartbreaking reason he's returning to BBC soap
EastEnders star Shaun Williamson has revealed the heartbreaking reason he's returning to BBC soap.

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:05:47 +0000
Call the Midwife's Jenny Agutter hints at 'disturbing' Christmas special
Star of BBC's Call the Midwife, Jenny Agutter has hinted at a 'disturbing' storyline in the Christmas special.

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
East London criminals jailed this month including paedo teacher and 'Al Capone'
Our monthly round-up of the east London criminals sentenced to prison time.

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 12:56:19 +0000
‘Inspirational and lion-hearted’ ex-West Ham captain dies aged 79
Former West Ham captain and manager Billy Bonds has passed away peacefully.

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000
Who left Strictly Come Dancing this week? See the eighth celebrity eliminated
Alex Kingston and her partner Johannes Radebe have become the eighth couple to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2025.

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:15:47 +0000
Tributes paid to former West Ham captain and coach Billy Bonds after his death at 79
Tributes have been paid to former West Ham captain and coach Billy Bonds, who died on Sunday (November 30) at the age of 79.

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:04:34 +0000
Does Alex Kingston have an injury? Strictly star 'limping' has concerned fans
Strictly Come Dancing star Alex Kingston was seen 'limping' last night during Saturday's week 10 show (November 29) and fans are concerned.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 14:49:01 +0000
Walthamstow’s Blackhorse Beer Mile returns with big festive party in December
Walthamstow’s Blackhorse Beer Mile is set to return this year, with breweries, taprooms and distilleries along Blackhorse Lane joining forces for a one-day festive celebration.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Five pubs that closed across east London in the last five years
Here are five pubs which closed across east London in the past five years.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:20:28 +0000
RECAP as emergency incident shuts lines to London Marylebone
Trains to and from London Marleybone face major disruption. Bringing you live updates.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
What is the most mysterious area in each east London borough?
TikTok star itsdatguyfromends posted a video naming the most mysterious area in each east London borough in his opinion.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
5 of the best day trips all less than two hours away from London you can enjoy
From the Kent village of Chilham to the town of Burford in Oxfordshire, discover five of the best day trips less than two hours from London.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:59:01 +0000
EastEnders to air breast cancer storyline as character returns after nearly 2 years
EastEnders have confirmed it will air a breast cancer storyline as Sam Mitchell played by Kim Medcalf returns after nearly two years

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:21:00 +0000
Charity behind east London and Essex care homes 'no longer financially sustainable'
The charity and operator behind a Chadwell Heath care home has revealed its financial woes.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:18:49 +0000
Major road closed near Upminster after crash with '100 minute delays'
A crash on a major road near Upminster means miles of traffic queues and hour delays. Live updates here.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
WATCH: Woman takes £800 of meat from Michelin restaurant in London
A woman has been caught stealing £800 worth of meat from a Michelin restaurant in London.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Major changes to busy bus route connecting north and south London
Major changes are set to be made to a busy bus route connecting south and north London.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:38:00 +0000
The east London people and businesses facing HUGE fines for not paying tax
The latest list of deliberate tax defaulters has been shared, exposing those people and businesses in east London who made deliberate errors on their tax.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:20:51 +0000
Parts of London issued yellow weather warning with heavy rain expected
The Met Office has issued a yellow rain warning for part of London this week.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:37:47 +0000
Disabled man sexually assaulted on train to London Euston
A disabled man has been sexually assaulted on board a train from Liverpool to London Euston.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'It smells like a rotten egg' - 7 funniest one star reviews of the River Thames
From calling it a giant sewer to smelling like a rotten egg, many have taken to Tripadvisor to share thoughts on the River Thames.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:22:59 +0000
EastEnders fan favourite character could be killed off amid 'vital message'
An EastEnders favourite could be leaving your screens very soon...

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:01:25 +0000
Discontinued Sky product to shut down in coming days - have you received £290 refund?
Sky Live is set to shut down for good on December 4, and customers are entitled to a refund of up to £290.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:01:59 +0000
Lidl shoppers complain 'what a joke' after 'ridiculous' 10p increase for carrier bags
Lidl has increased the price of its plastic carrier bags by 10p (from 30p to 40p), leaving shoppers outraged.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:00:23 +0000
Aldi Christmas 2025 opening hours confirmed as stores close for three days
Aldi has confirmed its Christmas 2025 opening hours, with stores open until 10pm on December 22 and 23, closing at 6pm on Christmas Eve, and closing fully on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Stores will reopen on December 27.

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