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The 10 Essex pubs where the cost of a pint will increase by up to 10p
Customers at the pub will be paying up to 10p more for a pint from the taps
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New 'eclectic' film and events venue Lumiere to replace Premiere Cinema in Romford in March 2025
A new, non-profit venue will feature films, live shows and many other events
Flea-ridden dogs saved from 'worst case of cruelty' at hands of Canning Town pair
Five dogs have been rehomed after being rescued from the care of two people from Canning Town.
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Body found near tube station was young woman from Hackney
A young woman from Hackney was found dead near Plaistow tube station, an inquest opening at East London Coroner's Court has been told.
Video shows shocking moment patient spits in face of London paramedic
Body-worn camera footage shows assaults on London paramedics, highlighting the dangers they face daily and how cameras help secure justice for victims.
Ilford woman killed in crash 'outside her front door'
A woman killed in a road crash in Eastern Avenue, Ilford, has been named at East London Coroner's Court as Razia Hussain.
Ten-year-old boy's death to be probed after fresh evidence found
A coroner has opened an inquest into the death of Stratford boy Isaac Mansfield, originally attributed to natural causes, based on new evidence.
Search for man after sexual assault on District Line near Mile End
Police have launched a search for a man following a sexual assault on the District Line in East London.
Investigation launched in Rainham after injured child critical in hospital
Metropolitan Police officers have launched an investigation into concerns surrounding injuries sustained by a child who is now critically hurt.
Romford building which used to house music shop could become homeless accommodation
Havering Council will use a commercial building in Romford to house 55 homeless families amid growing financial pressures.
Assistant headteacher faked job references and invoices
A teacher has been banned for life from the profession after he manipulated school finances and fabricated credentials to advance his career.
Household water bills to rise by from April next year
The increase is significantly higher than the expected average rise of around £20 a year per household
Check your change as 20p coin sells for 330 times its face value on eBay
The Royal Mint 20p coin is a “mule” coin dating from 2008 and was minted without a date
New souffle pancake shop to open in Walthamstow
Pancake shop Fluffy Fluffy opens its doors in Hoe Street, Walthamstow, on December 21.
Spy cop: 'I shared single bed with young activist but didn't have sex with her'
South London spy cop turned Tory politician Andrew Coles has told the Undercover Policing Inquiry he did not have sex with a 19-year-old activist.
Fantastic New Cinema Lumiere Comes To The Mercury Mall-Havering’s Alternative To Leicester Square.
On 3rd March, Romford’s new event venue, Lumiere, will open to the public in the space formerly occupied by the Premiere Cinema. It will offer an eclectic mix of activities to provide real choice to both local residents and Londoners, giving them an alternative to venturing into Leicester Square.
'Chop shop' full of stolen cars discovered near Stansted Airport
Two men have been arrested
16-year-old among three arrested after double shooting in Canning Town
Three people, including a 16-year-old boy, have been arrested in connection with a double shooting in Canning Town following police raids across east London and Essex.
Coroner demands information from GP after man dies from prescription drugs
The death of Lalji Vekaria, who was found in Park Avenue, East Ham, was due to alcohol and two prescription drugs, a coroner has heard.
Cash sought for new children's care homes
Havering Council will bid for more than £1million in funding for two new children’s care homes.