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Havering Police listens to residents and acts quickly to shut down property plagued with drugs and anti social behaviour.
On Friday 19 April, St Albans and St Edwards Neighbourhood Team were successful in an application for obtaining a Closure Order from Barkingside Magistrates Court for a residential address in Logan Court, Romford.
Supporting Dean’s Dedication to Help Those in Need
In Collier Row, Romford, there’s a hero quietly making a big impact on the lives of many – Dean Weedon.
BREAKING: Three Conservative councillors leave party to Join Havering Residents Association.
In a surprising shift, three Tory councillors in Havering have joined The Havering Residents Association, altering the political landscape. Their move, following a previous defection, brings the HRA's total to 25 councillors. This change affects the balance of power in the Havering Council, position...
Collier Row parents shock as parking warden issues tickets on coaches taking children on school trip.
On Wednesday morning, parents in Collier Row were shocked to see a parking warden issue tickets on three school coaches waiting to take the children on an outing for the day.
Nominations open for Havering Small Business Awards 2023/24
The Havering Small Business Awards for 2023/24 are now open for nominations, with a new format aimed at attracting more businesses. Nominations are extended to five weeks, allowing businesses to select the award they deserve. The awards cover various categories and culminate in an awards evening in ...
BREAKING: Harrow Lodge Leisure Centre shuts as man dies.
A man passed away at Harrow Lodge Leisure Centre in Hornchurch this morning. London Ambulance staff arrived within three minutes of being called, but despite their efforts, the man did not survive. The London Ambulance Service expressed condolences to the family during this challenging time.
BREAKING: Man found unresponsive in Hornchurch.
A man in his 30s was found unresponsive on Benets Road in Hornchurch and later pronounced dead at the hospital. The Metropolitan Police are treating his death as unexpected/unexplained and are continuing with further enquiries. The man's next of kin have been informed and are receiving support from ...
Havering Labour Councillors urge residents to have their say on Romford Masterplan.
Romford’s Labour Councillor, Jane Keane welcomes the efforts that Havering Council are making to consult with residents on the forthcoming Romford Masterplan.
Food Festival and Dog show comes to Romford for the Bank Holiday weekend!
Romford BID is excited to announce that it will be holding its first Food Festival and Dog Show over the May Bank Holiday weekend.
Plans submitted for six houses to be built on Hornchurch car park site.
Mercury Holdings Ltd, owned entirely by Havering Council, has put forward proposals to transform Keswick Avenue in Hornchurch into a residential area.
‘Anyone wanting to commit crime in Romford is not welcome’-Man arrested for multiple counts of possession of an offensive weapon and drugs.
Proactive work by Romford Town Centre police officers has seen a man charged in connection with an investigation related to the seizure of cash, weapons and drugs.
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Dagenham and Rainham Labour PPC Margaret Mullane, hits out at shocking rise in unemployment levels that leaves locals struggling.
The latest official figures show a jump in the number of people unemployed and claiming benefit in Dagenham and Rainham. The number of people in the constituency who are unemployed and in receipt of related unemployment benefits stood at 4,605 in March 2024.
Havering Council pushes ahead with plan for 138 new homes in Harold Hill.
Disused land off Chippenham Road has been earmarked for four apartment blocks, offering a mix of one, two, three, and four-bedroom properties.
Harold Hill man’s anger at housing development to be built right next to his back garden.
A man living next door to the disused Pompadours pub in Harold Hill is objecting once again to the possible development of new housing right next to his back garden
Trauma consultant runs London Marathon to raise money for Queen’s Hospital charity.
Pouya Akhbari, a locum trauma and orthopaedic consultant at Barking,Havering and Redbridge University Hospital Trust, completed the London Marathon on Sunday 21 April to raise funds for King George and Queen’s Hospitals Charity.
Murder probe after Forest Road, Walthamstow fatal fire
A murder investigation is underway after police believe a fire that killed two in Forest Road, Walthamstow was started deliberately.
Police tape near Elm Park Dental Surgery after 'sex assault'
Police tape has been put in place near a dentists in Rosewood Avenue, Elm Park, after an alleged serious sexual assault in the area.
BREAKING: Elm Park crime scene after reports of a serious sexual assault.
Rosewood Avenue in Elm Park currently has a crime scene in place after reports of a serious sexual assault. The alleged incident is said to have taken place on Saturday 20 April at 7.30pm.
Squirrels Heath Infant School memorial for Amos Chipperfield
Parents, schoolchildren and teachers came together in Gidea Park at the opening of a playground memorial to remember a boy, 6, who died after a cancer battle.