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Reform UK Leader Nigel Farage Draws Crowds In Romford Market Visit.
Nigel Farage drew crowds in Romford as he made a high profile visit to the town’s busy market on Friday 10 April.
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Three Vital Points For Boro
Romford secured a vital 1-0 victory against Hullbridge, improving their position in the Essex Senior League and moving five points clear of relegation. Greig Stewart scored the decisive goal, helping Romford withstand Hullbridge's late pressure.
The Battis Youth Hub Opens Its Doors with Strong Community and Leadership Support.
On Friday 10 April, Youth Unity proudly marked the soft launch of The Battis Youth Hub welcoming key stakeholders, partners, and local leaders to see first-hand the transformation of a once-neglected space into a vibrant, safe environment for young people.
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Crucial Mosque Meeting To Be Held As Residents Voice Serious Concerns Over Romford Plans.
An important meeting is set to take place later this month as plans for a new mosque in Romford reach a critical point.
Romford Boy, 16, Charged With Murder After Fatal Woolwich Shooting of 14-Year-Old
A 16-year-old boy from Romford has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor following a fatal shooting in Woolwich.
Romford boy 'launched' from go kart in shock crash days after saving to buy helmet
Harry Cole, 12, from Romford, sold his own video games in order to afford a racing helmet. However it was damaged in a serious crash only a week later.
'Crucial' update to be shared about Havering Mosque plans this month
An "important" meeting will be held at the end of the month to provide an update on proposals for Havering Mosque, earmarked for South Street in Romford.
Corner shop in area 'plagued by street drinking' has license stripped
The Drinks Seller in Chippenham Road, Harold Hill has had its alcohol license revoked after a Havering Council meeting heard concerns of “poor supervision, bad practice at the premises and a complete lack of due diligence”.
UK leisure centre charity with 20 sites enters administration - one already to close
Fusion Lifestyle, which operates 26 leisure centres across the UK, has entered administration.
Beauty chain to return to high street with 25 new stores after closing 150 last year
Bodycare collapsed into administration in September last year, forcing around 150 stores to close
Rainham man, 22, caught with sexual images of a child
Nabil Ahmed pleaded guilty to possessing sexual images of a child.
Thug told woman ‘don’t move or I’ll shoot’ as he raided Romford bookmakers
Career criminal Harvinder Bhakar was given a lengthy sentence for two robberies carried out on bookmakers in Romford.
Romford Beaten In Drab Affair
In a lacklustre match, Buckhurst Hill defeated Romford 2-0, securing vital points in the Essex Senior League. Buckhurst Hill dominated, scoring both goals in the first half through Nathan Sollosi and Arthur Massingham. Romford struggled offensively and remains in a precarious position as other botto...
Delays 'likely' as three Rainham roads hit with works for more than a week
Motorists are being warned that delays are "likely" as roadworks continue in Upminster Road North.
'DNA evidence in East End murder case is missing'
Potentially vital DNA evidence needed for Jason Moore's murder appeal bid may have been lost, the miscarriage of justice watchdog has told his lawyers.
A Mother’s Day ride that showed what child‑friendly streets can be
Rachael Swynnerton n discovering the joy and confidence of family cycling in Islington, thanks to safer, child‑friendly streets that help more people travel independently.
Delight as Health Secretary opens refurbished hospice ward
Health Secretary Wes Streeting officially opened Saint Francis Hospice’s refurbished ward after a major upgrade project.
The £1.2m Brentwood home that is the prize in BOTB's latest £1 competition
This £1.2m four-bed house in Great Warley, Essex, offers luxury living and a London commute for £1 entry in BOTB’s latest competition.
Upminster man sentenced for assaulting City of London tour guide
Upminster man Jason Agar has been sentenced for an assault carried out in the City of London.
Brentwood woman faking terminal cancer sent anonymous blackmail threats to pensioners
Brentwood woman Charlotte Brown, who faked having cancer, worked with Upminster dad-of-two Bradley Johnson to blackmail an elderly couple.