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The Essex border bakery where 30 to 40 builders go every morning for their bacon butties
Godfrey's in Hornchurch, has been a family-run bakery for 32 years and has become a local institution - with some staff members staying for over 20 years
The Essex border car parks that will be transformed into homes
The council sold off bits of land
Man dies after being overloaded with fluids by Romford NHS hospital staff while he was under
Nurses who kept giving him fluids ignored a red flag when his fluid level was nearly two litres above the normal range
Romford MP urges Havering Council to halt any plans of library closure and instead engage in dialogue.
The proposed closure of Gidea Park and Collier Row Libraries has sparked widespread concern amongst residents and stakeholders. With Andrew Rosindell M.P. lending his voice to the opposition, the pressure mounts on Havering Council to reconsider its course of action and prioritise the needs of the c...
‘Very distressing’-Residents anger over dead deer left in children’s play area by council.
Residents who walk their dogs in Raphaels Park in Romford were very distressed to see a dead deer lying in the children's play area in the morning. It was reported to council staff at 5.30am and was still in the park at 11 am.
‘Whilst Havering’s administration are simply swinging an axe at anything they see as a cost, Councils across the country are turning loss-making assets into profitable assets.’
It is my belief that, with the right people around the table, we can turn these libraries from a ‘cost’ into a community benefit.
Farmer Bailey brings sunshine to the Mercury!
Eleven year old Bailey has been with Wellgate Community farm for several years and personally wanted to raise money as he’s currently undergoing treatment for stage four brain tumors and has a wishlist of adventures and memories that he would love to fulfill.
Romford FC’s fantastic FA Vase win at Wembley!
Romford won the F A Vase at Wembley with a comprehensive 3-0 win over Essex Senior League rivals Great Wakering Rovers.
Romford MP’s disappointment at scope of proposed changes to Gallows Corner refurbishment.
"As Member of Parliament for Romford, I will continue to push for the comprehensive overhaul that Gallows Corner desperately needs," Rosindell affirmed. "We cannot afford to settle for half-measures when the safety and well-being of local people and those passing through our borough are at stake."
Richmond Road, Ilford, stabbing: Teenager, 18, in hospital
A teenager was rushed to hospital after being stabbed in east London.
Missing heavily pregnant woman last seen in Marylebone area
Police are appealing to find a heavily pregnant woman who is missing in London and may be sleeping rough.
The London Postcode that could make you a millionaire
Looking to become a millionaire? Then take a look at these London areas and postcodes that could make you a millionaire.
Whalebone Lane South, Dagenham stabbing: Two further arrests
Detectives investigating after a man was stabbed and shot in Whalebone Lane South, Dagenham have made two further arrests.
London Victoria station evacuated after fire alarm activated
A major London train station has been evacuated after a fire alarm alert.
Merrick Road Southall crash: Attempted murder arrest
A 31-year-old man has been arrested after a woman was hit by a car and left critically injured in Southall.
Tes School Awards 2024: Dagenham school shortlisted
Dagenham Park C of E School has been shortlisted for the Inclusive School of the Year award in the Tes School Awards 2024.
Bethnal Green: Man charged with Corfield Street murder
A man has been charged with murder after a stabbing in Corfield Street, Bethnal Green.
Olsi Kuka killers convicted after attack in Whetstone
A man was stabbed to death with “at least” two different knives as well as being shot with an air gun in Whetstone.
Hainault sword attack survivor 'thought family would die'
One of the victims of the Hainault sword attacks has spoken about how he thought his family would die when they woke up to find a man in their home.
Huge M25 plans unveiled for two new service stations near Brentwood that would create 400 new jobs and HGV spaces
The plans have been submitted by Moto for land near Brentwood between junctions 27 and 28