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East London And West Essex Guardian

Sat, 15 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
An occasional East London fairground pictured 90 years ago
The view above is of Old Church Road at the junction of Hall Lane in Chingford c1930.

Sat, 15 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
7 clothing items that could land you a £5,000 fine and a driving ban
If the incident goes to court, the penalty could go up to a £5,000 fine, nine penalty points and even a driving ban.

Sat, 15 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Aldi and Lidl reveal the biggest bargains coming to store this weekend
We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.

Fri, 14 May 2021 15:30:00 +0100
Sadiq Khan to push ahead with ULEZ expansion in October
Sadiq Khan has announced plans to push ahead with the planned expansion of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) later this year.

Fri, 14 May 2021 15:18:25 +0100
Woodford Green man charged following death of a 16-year-old
A Woodford Green man has been charged with murder in connection with the death of a 16-year-old boy who was riding pillion on a moped when it crashed.

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Opposition "coalition" sees Labour miss out on key Assembly posts
Labour will not have any members sit as chairs or vice chairs of any of the London Assembly’s scrutiny committees following this morning’s annual meeting.

Fri, 14 May 2021 13:34:15 +0100
Ilford North MP Wes Streeting diagnosed with kidney cancer
Labour frontbencher Wes Streeting is to step back from politics while he undergoes treatment for kidney cancer.

Fri, 14 May 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Where does London rank on the UK Prosperity Index?
London contains some of the least prosperous local authorities in the UK, according to a new report.

Fri, 14 May 2021 07:30:00 +0100
UK drivers warned over new scams costing motorists £8,500
Criminals are continuing to capitalise on the pandemic but looking out for so many convincing scams can be incredibly daunting for motorists.

Fri, 14 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Next calls on shoppers to 'immediately dispose' of 3 items amid fire risk
Next has called on shoppers to immediately dispose of the items and contact the retailer for a full refund on the item.

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:32:52 +0100
Ilford gang and former Met officer jailed for stealing cash
A former Metropolitan Police officer who used his position to help an organised gang seize money from other criminals has been jailed for eight years.

Thu, 13 May 2021 15:12:27 +0100
Man guilty of raping attacking robbing women in east London
A rapist who targeted and attacked five lone women over an 11-day period has been found guilty of his crimes.

Thu, 13 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Foundation established in memory of Essex RAF pilot who died
Young people who have the potential to become the high-flying leaders of tomorrow are being given the chance to achieve their dreams, helped by grants given in memory of a fast jet pilot who died aged just 25.

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:53:14 +0100
Former east London policeman sentenced for harassing witness
A former police sergeant has been jailed for harassment after engaging in ‘unwanted and inappropriate contact’ with a witness.

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:15:10 +0100
NatWest and Guardian search for top 100 businesses
The Guardian is joining with NatWest in a celebration of business success across the South East.

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:18:29 +0100
East London hospitals seeing more suicidal young women in A&E
King George Hospital and Queen’s Hospital are having to hire more nurses to cope with the increase in suicidal young women since the start of the pandemic.

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:38:00 +0100
Guardian to publish junior sports club supplement
Sports clubs provide an opportunity for children and young people too learn skills that will help them in school, as well as in their future careers and personal lives.

Thu, 13 May 2021 10:05:10 +0100
Madeleine McCann police find 'dramatic' new evidence
In the week Madeleine turns 18, police are reportedly looking at “dramatic evidence”.

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:29:00 +0100
Martin Lewis slams government plans that 'fails to protect millions'
It was hoped a crackdown on online scams would be part of the Online Safety Bill but it was not mentioned in the Queen’s speech.

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Spain announce new rules for British holidaymakers from next week
The news was shared by Spanish tourism minister Reyes Maroto.

Wed, 12 May 2021 17:10:27 +0100
Local election results for Waltham Forest and Redbridge
This year’s local elections saw no change of political parties across Waltham Forest or Redbridge but a new role for one Waltham Forest councillor.

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:53:14 +0100
East London Indian takeaway fails hygiene inspection
An Indian takeaway in Chingford has been given the worst possible hygiene rating.

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Architects criticise Waltham Forest Council in open letter
More than 20 leading London architects have openly criticised Waltham Forest Council for valuing cost over quality and planning to withhold fees.

Wed, 12 May 2021 11:14:38 +0100
Trafalgar Square Euro 2020 fan park confirmed by Sadiq Khan
Football fans will be able to watch all of England’s rescheduled UEFA Euro 2020 games at a fan park in Trafalgar Square, Sadiq Khan has confirmed.

Wed, 12 May 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Who are the new members of the London Assembly?
There will be 12 new members of the London Assembly this term following the conclusion of the GLA elections this weekend.

Wed, 12 May 2021 10:43:46 +0100
New Covid-19 testing site opens in Chingford
A new walk-through coronavirus testing facility has opened in Chingford.

Wed, 12 May 2021 10:00:00 +0100
East London hospital receives money from Captain Sir Tom Moore fundraiser
More vulnerable elderly patients will be able to get home quicker after the King George and Queen’s Hospitals Charity secured funding from NHS Charities Together.

Wed, 12 May 2021 12:00:59 +0100
Local lockdowns could return in England after easing of restrictions on May 17
Boris Johnson said England remains “on track” to see an end to lockdown restrictions completely by June 21.

Wed, 12 May 2021 11:40:50 +0100
eBay and PayPal users warned over new payment rules starting this month
New rules from May 31 will see changes to its payment system and new restrictions on controversial listings. 

Wed, 12 May 2021 07:01:00 +0100
30 UK hotspots for 'crash for cash' scams revealed
Crash for cash is an insurance scam where fraudsters deliberately cause dangerous road collisions, often targeting innocent people.

Wed, 12 May 2021 07:29:00 +0100
How your diet can help tackle stress and anxiety
Ali Todd, a registered dietician at the Functional Gut Clinic, advises sticking to some basic rules to help keep your mind and body happy. 

Tue, 11 May 2021 15:48:00 +0100
Waltham Forest man on trial over Extinction Rebellion protest
A Waltham Forest man is standing trial after Extinction Rebellion protesters blocked deliveries of some of the UK’s major newspapers.

Tue, 11 May 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Mum praises Queen's Hospital staff for saving newborn baby
A grateful first-time mum says that it was the work of Queen’s Hospital NHS staff that saved her new-born baby.

Tue, 11 May 2021 10:41:25 +0100
Secret Cinema withdraw plans for Walthamstow sports grounds
An open-air cinema operator has cancelled plans to use a Walthamstow sports ground this summer, citing “ongoing uncertainty around the hosting of mass gatherings” due to Covid.

Tue, 11 May 2021 10:26:57 +0100
Sadiq Khan reveals details of £6 million tourism campaign
Newly re-elected London Mayor Sadiq Khan has revealed details of a £6 million campaign to bring visitors back to London.

Tue, 11 May 2021 09:55:16 +0100
Man charged with murder of Chelmsford woman found in Romford
A 20-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a mother-of-two who is thought to have been attacked after leaving a hospital.

Tue, 11 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Commendable classes: Waltham Forest College praised for their career's program
Proving once again the dedication to their learners, Waltham Forest College has been highly commended for their outstanding achievement of the Gatsby Benchmarks, with the award panel going so far as to single out Careers Leader, Ali Yusuf, for the...

Tue, 11 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Asda announce major changes coming to every UK store
The report interviewed 3,000 customers and found that shoppers had three priorities.

Mon, 10 May 2021 16:00:00 +0100
When East London park decision left community group 'up in the air'
A community group felt like it had been 'kicked in the teeth' after plans to bid for lottery funding to restore an East London park were shelved ten years ago this week.

Mon, 10 May 2021 10:53:48 +0100
East London wards to receive food hygiene-style star ratings
Hospital wards will soon receive food hygiene-style star ratings after the first cleaning standards revamp in 14 years.

Mon, 10 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Statutory checks to prevent illegal working resume on May 17, 2021
Temporary measures enabling employers to conduct right to work checks throughout the pandemic will come to an end on May 16, 2021.

Mon, 10 May 2021 13:09:41 +0100
Nando's release brand new menu coming tomorrow
With something for everyone, Nando’s new menu with veggie options, new burger and pitta recipes and a range of brand-new fiery side dishes.

Sun, 09 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Memories of a branch of Woolworths in East London
It may no longer exist but Woolworths is one of those high street chains that is remembered with great affection by so many people from across our areas and beyond

Sun, 09 May 2021 11:51:51 +0100
Full results for the 2021 GLA elections
Last night, Sadiq Khan was re-elected as Mayor of London for the next three years following a two-day ballot counting process.

Sun, 09 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
The Essex town hall that became a cinema and a Tesco supermarket
Originally built as a town hall in Epping, the Picture House opened in 1912, shortly after the photo at the top of this page was taken.

Sun, 09 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
'Absurd' number of car parking spaces for Epping Forest housing development
I see on your front page (April 29) that Epping Forest District Council subsidiary Qualis is to build 272 new homes. However there will only be 91 car parking spaces.

Sat, 08 May 2021 09:23:13 +0100
Recap: London Mayoral election results - Khan wins on second preference votes
Live coverage of the London mayoral race as the votes are counted and results come in.

Sat, 08 May 2021 23:43:55 +0100
Sadiq Khan is re-elected Mayor of London
Sadiq Khan has been re-elected as Mayor of London after beating Conservative rival Shaun Bailey.

Sat, 08 May 2021 20:07:54 +0100
London Assembly election latest results as counting nears end
Labour has held on to four of its London Assembly constituency seats as the second day of vote counting begins to wind down.

Sat, 08 May 2021 17:00:00 +0100
The rich history of an area of East London worthy of a film
The history of Wanstead and the surrounding area makes for a fascinating study.



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