East London and West Essex Guardian

Sun, 19 May 2024 07:26:00 +0100
Paul Donovan on ancient woodland and loss of biodiversity
In this column, Cllr Paul Donovan, Wanstead Village ward, explains why he is concerned about the future of ancient woodland and rain forests.

Sun, 19 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
c2c Class 357 Electrostar trains to get Ilford refurbishment
A fleet of electric c2c trains are set for refurbishment in Ilford, creating more than 20 new jobs.

Sun, 19 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
Rundown London estates once dubbed 'utopias' explored
TikTok star goes inside and explores the rundown London estates once dubbed 'utopias'.

Sun, 19 May 2024 08:10:39 +0100
What is inflammatory bowel disease? See symptoms and more
Here are the symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease or IBD.

Sat, 18 May 2024 17:00:00 +0100
New York with British Airways: Dreams in city with no sleep
It’s hard to go to New York and not give yourself the leading role of a brand-new starring movie in your head while you’re there – the lights, the glamour, the landmarks, the buzz.

Sat, 18 May 2024 14:47:43 +0100
Europe’s first Spark by Hilton hotel to launch in Romford
The first premium economy hotel in Europe by Hilton hotel chain will open in Romford “in the coming weeks”, a company spokesperson has said.

Sat, 18 May 2024 11:54:42 +0100
Aalim Makial Jibril named as victim of Plaistow window fall
The boy, 5, who sadly died after falling from the window of a housing block in Plaistow, has been locally named as Aalim Makial Jibril.

Sat, 18 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
Bounce in Old Street review: A ping pong paradise
I went to Bounce in Old Street and left feeling on top of the world.

Sat, 18 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
What is a London Freedom Pass and who can apply for one?
Transport for London (TfL) offers a Freedom Pass to individuals, find out who can claim the benefit and how to apply.

Sat, 18 May 2024 15:52:18 +0100
How to watch the 2024 RHS Chelsea Flower Show on TV
Find out how you can watch the 2024 RHS Chelsea Flower Show on TV this year and who’s presenting.

Sat, 18 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
UK hotels named in Hotels.com Perfect Somewheres 2024 awards
Various hotels in the UK have been recognised including Dakota Glasgow and The Aviator in Hampshire.

Sat, 18 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
I tried the world's best pizza and it was an absolute joy
The Margherita Sbagliata pizza is on offer at Fatto a Mano until June 2, and is thought of as the 'world's best pizza'

Fri, 17 May 2024 16:03:47 +0100
London's top 10 best and worst Wetherspoon pubs revealed
Wetherspoon pubs in London have made both the top 10 best and worst of the chain’s boozers in the country.

Fri, 17 May 2024 15:10:00 +0100
Weekend M25 closures to affect slip roads and carriageways
Several sections of the M25 are set to close overnight this weekend for maintenance work.

Fri, 17 May 2024 14:00:00 +0100
Daniel Anjorin funeral held at Jubilee Church in Ilford
The funeral for Daniel Anjorin, who was fatally stabbed in Hainault last month, took place at Jubilee Church in Ilford.

Fri, 17 May 2024 13:12:41 +0100
More London Underground stations to get 4G or 5G internet
A growing number of London Tube and Elizabeth Line stations now have 4G or 5G internet – with more coming soon.

Fri, 17 May 2024 08:00:00 +0100
Richest people in London on Sunday Times Rich List 2024
The 2024 Sunday Times Rich List has been announced - check out the London entries.

Fri, 17 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
Beigel Bake named among the best bagel shops in London
The UK's best bagel shops have been named and one of them is in London, see the full list.

Fri, 17 May 2024 10:36:28 +0100
Warning as deadly Asian hornets spotted 3 times in past week
In 2023, Asian hornet stings led to the deaths of at least five people in France.

Thu, 16 May 2024 15:48:00 +0100
Parents 'distraught' after boy's Jacobs House, Plaistow fall death
A neighbour has described the moment he tried to console the dad of a boy who fell to his death from Jacobs House in Plaistow this morning.

Thu, 16 May 2024 15:15:00 +0100
Jacobs House Plaistow boy fall death: First photos from scene
Photos have emerged from the scene showing floral tributes in New City Road, Plaistow where a five-year-old boy fell to his death this morning.

Sat, 18 May 2024 20:00:00 +0100
Fawlty Towers at the Apollo Theatre: Review
I went to see Fawlty Towers on stage, and it was a perfect recreation of some of the show’s most iconic moments.

Thu, 16 May 2024 14:12:49 +0100
Southend Airport easyJet base to return with six new routes
easyJet has announced that they will be opening a new base at Southend Airport, with six new routes to popular destinations for summer 2025

Thu, 16 May 2024 12:00:00 +0100
DLR launches trial to pre-book assistance in TfL equity plan
DLR customers will be able to pre-book assistance in a new TfL trial to improve accessibility.

Thu, 16 May 2024 11:26:32 +0100
New City Road, Plaistow: Boy, 5, dies after fall from height
A five-year-old boy has died after falling from a height in Plaistow this morning and a scene remains in place.

Thu, 16 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
London Tube closures May 17-19: See the full list TfL
Check the London Underground, Overground and Elizabeth Line services for the upcoming weekend and don't be caught out by any changes.

Thu, 16 May 2024 14:16:49 +0100
Superdrug announces 25 new bigger and better stores
Superdrug has promised to enhance the physical shopping experience for customers.

Wed, 15 May 2024 18:37:57 +0100
London Waterloo rush hour chaos after 'trespass' at Wimbledon station
A busy London station has been hit with travel chaos after a trespass incident in Wimbledon.

Wed, 15 May 2024 12:11:14 +0100
These are the 10 best universities in London- full table
The complete university guide has revealed the top 10 universities in London, from Imperial College to UCL, see the top 10.

Tue, 14 May 2024 17:00:00 +0100
Innsbruck in Austria travel review: Freedom and fun
Josh Bolton spent some time in the Innsbruck, Austria, where city meets ski.

Tue, 14 May 2024 17:00:00 +0100
Travis Scott headlines at Tottenham Hotspur gig July 11
Hip hop superstar Travis Scott will perform at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium next month following his sold-out 2023 North American tour and record-breaking number 1 album Utopia.

Tue, 14 May 2024 13:06:56 +0100
Met Police officer Alex Law named after sex abuse conviction
A Metropolitan Police officer convicted of sexually abusing a young girl has been named after previously being granted anonymity. 

Tue, 14 May 2024 12:49:23 +0100
Croydon mum reunited with children by pioneering FDAC court
A Croydon mum was reunited with her children after working through her drug and alcohol problem in the Family Drugs and Alcohol Court (FDAC).

Tue, 14 May 2024 11:35:16 +0100
Horror three days in London with stabbings and shooting
Another horror three days in London with four stabbed and man shot dead

Tue, 14 May 2024 07:46:16 +0100
Woodford Green: Man jailed over bomb made in Beechwood Drive
A man who had made a gun and a bomb in his home in Beechwood Drive, Woodford Green has been jailed.

Tue, 14 May 2024 07:21:22 +0100
Bobby Brazier and Laila Morse return to EastEnders this week
Show legends Bobby Brazier (Freddie Slater) and Laila Morse (Big Mo Harris) are to return to EastEnders this week.

Mon, 13 May 2024 16:40:00 +0100
TfL bus, Tube, Overground and road deaths in east London
More than 80 people were killed or seriously injured in crashes involving a London bus over a three-month period, including a woman in Walthamstow.

Mon, 13 May 2024 13:03:08 +0100
Viral TikTok video of cyclist with Deliveroo bag on M25
This is the shocking moment of a delivery rider filmed cycling on the M25. 

Mon, 13 May 2024 09:44:53 +0100
Staines Road Hounslow multi-vehicle crash: Motorcyclist dies
A motorcyclist has died after a crash involving a number of vehicles in Hounslow.

Sat, 18 May 2024 11:32:00 +0100
Gary Stone compares photos of Old Church Road, Chingford
Then and now: Gary Stone compares photographs of Old Church Road in Chingford from 1905 with stone masons advertising their wares and and today, restaurants.

Sun, 12 May 2024 20:00:00 +0100
The Constitution pub is a stunning addition to Camden
A pub in Camden has reopened after a four-year closure, blending the cozy atmosphere of a traditional British pub with a touch of modern enchantment.

Sun, 12 May 2024 14:53:30 +0100
Grim 42 hours in London sees stabbings and shooting
A grim 42 hours across London saw two people stabbed and a man shot dead.

Sun, 12 May 2024 11:25:00 +0100
Gary Stone looks at the history of Epping High Street
Then and Now: local historian Gary Stone compares photographs of Epping High Street from the 1950s and today.

Sun, 12 May 2024 09:34:31 +0100
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.

Sun, 12 May 2024 05:00:00 +0100
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.

Sat, 11 May 2024 20:00:00 +0100
NYX Holborn bottomless brunch: A staple to London
Step into the vibrant world of NYX Hotel, where bottomless brunch isn't just a meal, it's an experience.

Sat, 11 May 2024 12:20:55 +0100
Brentwood Art Festival returns with events throughout June
Festival of art to hit high streets throughout June with the return of the popular Brentwood Art Trail

Sat, 11 May 2024 11:22:56 +0100
London Victoria station evacuated after fire alarm activated
A major London train station has been evacuated after a fire alarm alert.

Sat, 11 May 2024 09:37:17 +0100
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.

Sat, 11 May 2024 07:00:00 +0100
Wembley Stadium still thought off as 'the home of football'
The first Wembley Stadium opened its doors more than 100 years ago - and still football fans can't get enough of "the home of football".

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