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East London And West Essex Guardian

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Wetherspoons is slashing food and drink prices in September
The pub chain has said the discount will be available at 870 of its pubs.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 18:32:24 +0100
Grand Trunk Road wins best Asian restaurant in London
A popular Indian restaurant in South Woodford has won another award for being the “Best Asian Restaurant in London.” 

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 17:08:54 +0100
Teenage girl was stabbed in neck at Ilford
A 14-year-old girl was stabbed in the neck in broad daylight.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 13:33:05 +0100
Fahd Ismail jailed for sharing content glorifying terrorism
A man from south east London has been jailed for sharing extremist Islamic material glorifying acts of terrorism.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 11:47:00 +0100
Sharp rise of deaths at home in East London since pandemic
More people have died at home in East London during the pandemic than in the years before it, figures suggest.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 11:39:33 +0100
Sharp rise of deaths at home in East London since pandemic
More people have died at home in East London during the pandemic than in the years before it, figures suggest.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 08:35:15 +0100
London's tube rush hour is busiest since start of pandemic
Monday morning was the busiest rush hour on the Tube since the first national lockdown, according to Transport for London (TfL).

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:56:58 +0100
Boris Johnson announces 1.25% National Insurance increase
The tax hike will raise around £10 billion, which will be spent on the NHS as it recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 08:22:04 +0100
October Covid lockdown plans 'drawn up' by government - list of restrictions
The government has reportedly drawn up plans for another lockdown in October.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Covid vaccines for healthy 12 to 15-year-olds? No right or wrong answer, expert says
When it comes to the “finely balanced” decision on vaccinating healthy 12 to 15-year-olds against coronavirus, an expert advising on jabs has said that there is no right or wrong answer.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:02:45 +0100
Wireless Festival 2021 lineups for Friday, Saturday and Sunday
The lineup for Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Wireless 2021 festival features Skepta, Megan Thee Stallion, Migos and more.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 15:12:20 +0100
Wanted in Redbridge: Police appeal to find Mark Maloney
This week Met Police are looking for 24 year old Mark Maloney. Mark is wanted in connection with a burglary that happened within the London Borough of Redbridge.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Nominate a charity to receive a share of £20k in East London
Your favourite local paper is giving local charities the chance to take a share of a whopping £125k cash giveaway.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
68% of employers thinking of cutting pay for home workers, poll reveals
A recent CIPHR study has revealed that 68 per cent of employers polled are considering reducing the pay of employees that choose to continue to work from home permanently.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 14:06:57 +0100
COVID-19 pandemic-driven labour shortages could last for years, CBI warns
The CBI are asking the government to take urgent action to tackle staff shortages.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 13:24:36 +0100
Sarah Harding dies: Girls Aloud bandmates pay tribute
The four other members of Girls Aloud have paid tribute to Sarah Harding following her death from breast cancer on Sunday.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 12:43:18 +0100
Emmerdale’s Amy Walsh and EastEnders’ Toby Alexander-Smith expecting first baby
Emmerdale star Amy Walsh and EastEnders star Toby Alexander-Smith are expecting their first child together.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:50:36 +0100
British Airways is bringing back short-haul flights from Gatwick Airport
British Airways are planning to restore short-haul flights from Gatwick airport

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:35:12 +0100
Love Island's Lillie Haynes asked about Jack Grealish in ITV2 reunion special
Love Island's Millie Court and Liam Reardon came face to face with Lillie Haynes in the reunion episode.

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Everyone in Wanstead has role to play to help the community
Living in a community means everyone has responsibilities.

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Wonderful picture of High Street in Essex early last century
Above is a wonderful picture of Epping High Street from c1905 with a man posing for the camera, leaning against the famous water fountain erected in 1887.

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Lego Harry Potter, Marvel and Star Wars advent calendars for Christmas 2021
Getting in on the advent calendar game once again is Lego, offering something a bit different for those who might not have a sweet tooth

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Here's how you can grab a free coffee or breakfast roll on the trains
Commuters in London can grab a free drink or snack thanks to a rail company offer.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 11:35:36 +0100
Restrictions on over 60+ Oyster card holders 'should be lifted'
The London Assembly has urged Mayor of London Sadiq Khan and TfL to remove temporary travel restrictions for older people imposed at the height of the pandemic.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Picture: Mother and children set to cross East London road 110 years ago
A mother and children are pictured above, perhaps ready to cross a very quiet Station Road, Chingford, with an early perambulator in c1910.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Conservatives have forgotten their core value: conserving
Any brand that ignores their core customer base will, eventually, receive a rude awakening. We can cite a litany of examples from Volkswagen, who destroyed trust with the emissions scandal, to KFC, who ran out of chicken.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Android users urged to delete 8 popular apps that could steal their money
Previous victims have found they’ve been charged over £240 a year for fraudulent plans.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 21:30:00 +0100
Morrisons announce limited edition Dirty Burger Pizza
Morrisons has combined two of the nation’s favourite takeaway foods in an ultimate pizza mashup.

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Lidl and Aldi reveal the best bargains you can find in their middle aisles
We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 17:17:34 +0100
TfL commissioner warns of 'tipping point' in fare increases
The head of TfL has said fare rises in January are not a “pre-determined outcome” despite it being a condition of the government’s funding deal.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 10:50:35 +0100
Summer making much needed return with mini heatwave
Summer is making a much needed return next week with a mini heatwave - according to forecasters.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:46:37 +0100
Queen's funeral plans 'Operation London Bridge' leaked
There is no indication that the Queen, 95, is in poor health and there have been no urgent changes to her funeral plans.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
The full list of people eligible for third Covid vaccine dose
People considered to have had severe immunosuppression at the time of vaccination will be offered a third dose.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 16:03:50 +0100
Apple delays launch of child abuse detection tools
Apple says it wants to take more time to “make improvements” after concerns relating to privacy were raised.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 10:19:48 +0100
Buy now pay later: 1 in 10 customers chased by debt collectors
Options to pay later appear on the checkout of retailers’ websites offering to spread the cost of purchases.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:24:00 +0100
Whatsapp now offering journey updates for rail passengers
The messaging app Whatsapp is now offering a service where it can inform rail travellers about journey disruption.

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 07:08:04 +0100
British Gas owner warns energy prices could increase even further
It comes after E.On and Scottish Power told customers standard tariffs will jump by around £139 a year.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:45:19 +0100
Only Fools and Horses pub recreated for 40th anniversary
A pub from classic comedy show Only Fools and Horses has been recreated - and fans can visit for a pint!

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:54:06 +0100
Fourth person dies after horror crash on the M25 in Essex
A FOURTH person has died after a horror crash on the M25 last month.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Leytonstone and Woodford Rotary supporting East London RaceRunners
An organisation that helps athletes who cannot run independently will benefit from a Rotary Club golf day taking place next week.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 08:28:49 +0100
Dozens of arrests as part of police drug driving campaign
More than 50 people were arrested as part of a two-week campaign targeting drug drivers drivers in London.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Stars to rally for charity night in memory of reality TV star Nikki
CELEBRITIES and stars will be joining together to raise awareness for eating disorder charities in memory of TV star Nikki Grahame.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Spider mating season: How to keep spiders out of your home
Spiders usually start to come out in early September, with their presence noticeable in homes until around mid-October.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
COVID-19 vaccine passports will be required for nightclubs in England
The proposed vaccine passport had previously been met with criticism from politicians on both sides, as well as leaders in the night-time hospitality industry.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 06:44:46 +0100
Royal Mint unveil rare Winnie-the-Pooh 50p coin worth over £1000
The new collectable will feature Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, Tigger, Kanga and Roo.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:41:54 +0100
Woman, 90s, dies after four vehicle crash on busy motorway
Police are appealing for information after a woman died after a four-vehicle crash on the M11.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:46:30 +0100
25 firefighters rush to deal with blaze at home after whole roof catches alight
Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters are dealing with a house fire on Belmont Park Road in Leyton.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 14:02:28 +0100
Man in late teens shot dead in Waltham Forest
A murder investigation has been launched after a man in his late teens was shot dead in east London.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 13:30:22 +0100
‘Shameful situation’: Mini library vandalised
Concerns have been raised about "targeted" vandalism of a mini library outside a community centre.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
New Covid-19 vaccine showing positive results, pharmaceutical firm says
GSK told the stock market on Tuesday that the advance follows “positive” interim results in the Phase 1 and 2 studies.



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