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Paramedic invited to royal garden party after Hainault sword attack response
Lachlan Allan, a London Ambulance Service paramedic who faced Hainault sword attacker Marcus Monzo while attending the scene to help his victims, has been invited to a Royal Garden Party.
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Helpers needed to save hundreds of hens from being killed every week
The British Hen Welfare Trust rehomes former commercial laying hens with families and is appealing for volunteers for its new Ilford rehoming site.
World's last seagoing paddle steamer to visit the Thames this summer
The World’s last seagoing paddle steamer, the Waverley will visit the Thames Estuary as part of her 80th anniversary season.
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Vernon Kay breaks silence on split with Tess Daly after 22 years with new statement
It was Vernon's first public comments since the him and Tess revealed on Friday (May 8) that they were ending their 22-year marriage.
Strictly Come Dancing new hosts 'confirmed' as popular household names
It's been reported that Emma Willis will be one of the new hosts for Strictly Come Dancing.
Holiday hotspot to temporarily ban the sale of alcohol from tomorrow - here's why
The Bahamas is set to temporarily suspend the sale of alcohol on Tuesday (May 12) while the country holds its general election.
Popular Strictly star lands big job just weeks after 'upsetting' exit from BBC show
Strictly Come Dancing pro Karen Hauer has landed her first big role after her 'upsetting' exit from the BBC show.
Beloved BBC character will speak for first time in over 40 years in new short film
BBC Children In Need mascot Pudsey Bear will break his silence in a short film to help raise awareness of children's mental health.
Raising a glass to beer, pubs and community in Wanstead
As the Wanstead Beer Festival returns, Paul Donovan reflects on pubs, micropubs and the enduring appeal of real ale.
All the planning applications submitted to Redbridge Council
This week's planning applications submitted to Redbridge Council.
The Essex church that raises money for people living on a dollar
Barkingside Holy Trinity Church is inviting people to a concert raising money for people in Africa living on less than a dollar a day on May 16.
Labour MP urges cabinet ministers to 'challenge Keir Starmer by Monday or I will'
MP Catherine West has said that if no one challenges Sir Keir as party leader by Monday, she will attempt to trigger a leadership contest herself.
The Waltham Forest election count in pictures and quotes
Photos by Penny Dampier and words by Marco Marcelline Here come the Greens: Lea Bridge councillors Rosalind Rowlands, Liz Biggs, Solène Fabios, and Markhouse councillor Chanté Johnson. Councillor Biggs said: “We’ve shown what can be achieved when you have the community behind you. We will cont...
Spring sunshine brings people and wildlife together in Epping Forest
From returning wildlife to dedicated volunteers, Caroline Haines reflects on springtime in Epping Forest and what visitors can enjoy.
All the latest planning applications in front of Waltham Forest Council
A summary of the latest batch of planning applications validated by Waltham Forest Council.
East London market to host Eurovision watch party
Old Spitalfields Market is hosting a Eurovision watch-party and London Craft Week as part of its activities from May 11 to May 17.
'A hideous pile' - London's first high-rise building now lost forever
London's first high-rise building - Queen Anne's Mansions - lasted just 100 years but was widely disliked, including by Queen Victoria. The Lost London book looks back at its history.
Green Party secures historic Waltham Forest win as Labour vote plummets
The Greens, who said they were “ecstatic” with the result, will now decide who will lead their first ever administration in Waltham Forest over the next week, reports Marco Marcelline
Major Spanish airport closed with all flights cancelled from London airports
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport will be closed until May 27 - see why and how this will impact British travellers.
E-commerce ‘wizz’ reveals how to make sellable products in 60 seconds
An e-commerce ‘wizz’ creator has gone viral, showing how anyone can make a product idea in under 60 seconds.