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Lumiere Romford launches baby-friendly Monday screenings for parents

Starting Monday, May 13, Lumiere Romford will host weekly baby-friendly screenings at 10am and 10.30am, offering a relaxed cinema experience with softer lighting, lower volume, and subtitles for parents with young children.

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Romford crime rates remain above national average, data reveals

Romford faces elevated crime rates, notably in vehicle crime, robbery, and anti-social behaviour. With 122.2 crimes per 1,000 residents, concerns persist despite slight decreases in certain categories, prompting calls for improved policing and community involvement.

Romford – The Havering Daily

Experience Kim’s Video: A Special Screening at Lumiere

Lumiere cinema, newly opened after a successful crowdfunding campaign, hosts its first major event on April 29th featuring a screening of the documentary Kim’s Video, combined with VHS tape swapping and live Q&A sessions.

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Brookside Theatre launches fundraiser to help young children enjoy shows

The Brookside Theatre in Romford is crowdfunding to acquire 100 booster seats for children, enhancing their view during performances. This initiative aims to increase accessibility for younger audience members, supporting community engagement through inclusive theatre experiences.

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Man taken to hospital after being hit by train at busy central London station

A man has been taken to hospital after being hit by a train at a central London station.

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Danny Dyer gives his 'most honest interview ever' in brand new ITV show

Actor Danny Dyer has shared that he gave his "most honest" interview in ITV's new show, The Assembly.

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Man arrested after broad daylight double stabbing in Romford

A man has been arrested after a double stabbing in broad daylight in Romford.

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Urgent search launched for missing girl, 14, from Dagenham-call 999 if seen

Police have launched an urgent appeal in help finding a missing girl from Dagenham.

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Pope Francis's will in full confirming simple burial after death aged 88

Pope Francis died at the age of 88 on April 21, and his will decreed that he had a simple underground tomb.

Romford – The Havering Daily

Scrutiny Committee Councillors Support The Volunteer Centre-But Will Havering Council Listen?

Havering Volunteer Centre, which receives around £56,000 of support from Havering Council yearly, enables the Council to save millions of pounds by fulfilling many duties and roles, some of which are statutory, and others which help the Council to avoid more significant expenditure.

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Hospital trust to axe 115 jobs and restrict services amid 'radical' Labour cuts

East London's Barking, Havering and Redbridge Hospital Trust will have to cut jobs and services amid 'radical' Labour cuts, board members have been told.

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Cause of Pope Francis' death announced by the Vatican

Pope Francis died this morning (April 21) and the Vatican has announced his cause of death was a cerebral stroke.

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Two Hospitalised After Double Stabbing in Harold Hill

Two young men, aged 20 and 19, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening stab wounds after a double stabbing in Harold Hill. A suspect has been arrested, and police are seeking witnesses.

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Teenager and man taken to hospital after double stabbing in Romford

A man and a teenager have been taken to hospital after a double stabbing in Romford. 

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Union flag to fly at half mast at royal residences following Pope Francis' death

Following the news of Pope Francis’ death this morning (April 21), the Union flag will be flown half mast at royal residences where the King is not in residence.

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer 'deeply saddened' following Pope Francis' death

Pope Francis died this morning (April 21) and Prime Minister Keir Starmer has shared a tribute on X.

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King Charles and Queen Camilla pay tribute to Pope Francis after death aged 88

King Charles and Queen Camilla have paid a joint tribute to Pope Francis after his death aged 88.

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What are the plans for Pope Francis' funeral and where will he be buried?

What are the plans for the funeral of Pope Francis and where will he be buried after passing away at the age of 88.

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Busy London station CLOSED due to 'emergency services' incident

Holborn station has closed due to an "emergency services" incident.

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What is the papal conclave process? How the new Pope is elected

What is the papal conclave process? Find out how the new Pope is elected following Pope Francis' death.