East London and West Essex Guardian
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100Council secures £2.25m to make homes more energy efficient
Waltham Forest Council has secured £2.25 million to improve home energy efficiency, cut emissions, and install solar panels on 100 council homes.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 08:31:54 +0100Rare props and costumes from Monty Python’s final live show up for auction
You can now bid for several props, costumes and even a lifelike llama from Monty Python’s final live show.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:28:37 +0100The 'heat dome' explained as parts of the UK roasted by 34C temperatures today
Here is everything you need to know about the 'heat dome' effect as parts of the UK roasted by 34C heatwave.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 06:52:39 +0100Major BBC show pulled from TV for next month in big schedule shake-up
The One Show, which typically airs at 7pm on weeknights on BBC One, will be off TV for the next month.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:11:20 +0100Signal failure on Jubilee line causes SEVERE rush-hour delays
No Jubilee line service between North Greenwich and Stratford due to a signal failure.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:00:00 +0100Fan store pops up in London as excitement builds for Oasis comeback tour
The first hotly anticipated Oasis reunion gig takes place on Friday but fans can get into the spirit by visiting the new merchandise store in Carnaby Street
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 17:00:00 +0100Man killed in east London motorbike crash was 30-year-old from Camden
Euston man Jackir Ahmed, 30, was killed in a motorbike crash near Hackney Wick, a coroner has heard at an inquest opening.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:46:00 +0100No more births for now at borough's only maternity unit
Barking Birth Centre is temporarily sending mothers to Newham to give birth.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:28:19 +0100Met Office issues amber alert due to 'extreme' temperatures and health risks
The Met Office has issued an amber heat alert for London as temperatures hit 34°C. Residents are advised to stay cool, hydrated, and safe.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:29:10 +0100Hour-by-hour weather forecast as London to be hotter than Barbados
Temperatures in London are expected to outshine even the Caribbean today, with the capital running hotter than Barbados.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:12:12 +0100Man, 22, fighting for life after BMW crashes into Piccadilly Circus fountain
A 22-year-old man is fighting for his life after a BMW crashed into a fountain in Piccadilly Circus.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:21:06 +0100‘Do not travel’ warning for trains to London after damage causes ‘major disruption’
A rail company is warning “do not travel” on trains to London following damage to cables hundreds of miles away.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100The Apprentice winner reveals the first thing he spent Lord Sugar's investment on
Dean Franklin from Hornchurch won The Apprentice 2025 and talks about new-found fame, his nickname, working with Lord Sugar and how the summer heatwave has boosted business for ADL Air Conditioning.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:11:42 +0100‘And the penny drops’ – EastEnders fans discover soap star is 90s comedy legend
EastEnders fans have discovered this BBC soap star is a 90s comedy legend from Keeping Up Appearances.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:00:09 +0100Oasis crew left 'fuming' over 'money pinching' move from Noel and Liam Gallagher
Oasis fans have been left furious after branding a move by Noel and Liam Gallagher as ‘money pinching’.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:00:49 +0100Major change to Coronation Street and Emmerdale episodes - what you need to know
Full episodes of Coronation Street and Emmerdale will now be available daily on YouTube.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:19:20 +0100Lewis Capaldi announces UK and Ireland tour after Glastonbury comeback
Lewis Capaldi has announced a brand new UK and Ireland tour after his triumphant Glastonbury comeback.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:26:54 +0100Wimbledon drink prices revealed - see what you'll be paying for a pint in 2025
Drink prices have been revealed for Wimbledon 2025 - see what you'll be paying for drinks including beer, Pimms, wine and spirits.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:50:10 +0100Monday to be one of the UK's hottest June days ever as amber warning persists
Monday is to be one of the hottest June days ever recorded in the UK at 34C.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:01:00 +010010,000 Evri parcel lockers to be rolled out across the UK by 2030
Evri has announced plans to roll out 10,000 parcel lockers across the UK by 2030.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:00:00 +0100Short but fascinating history of Elizabeth line - from delays to awards
Here is the short but fascinating history of TfL's newest railway route - the Elizabeth line.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:34:20 +0100Hourly forecast this week as London gears up for hottest days of the year
London is set to experience the hottest day of 2025 as temperatures continue to soar this week.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 08:34:00 +0100The George & Dragon in Wanstead
Local historian Gary Stone looks at the long history of the George & Dragon pub in Wanstead.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 08:21:00 +0100The truth about 'never meeting your heroes'
Teacher Brett Ellis was devastated that he had ignored the 'never meet your heroes' advice after meeting Paul 'Gazza' Gascoigne.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0100'This is my dream gig' - Olivia Rodrigo stuns 65,000-strong crowd at Hyde Park
Ahead of her Glastonbury headline set tonight the pop superstar delivered a superb Hyde Park gig with teen fury and rockstar energy
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 06:21:04 +0100Aldi announces huge change with millions aged over 18 set to benefit
Aldi has announced a UK supermarket "first" with millions of adults able to benefit.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 19:00:00 +0100The fascinating and eerie stories behind five of east London's oldest pubs
Here are five of the oldest pubs in east London including watering holes in Romford, Newham, Chingford and Tower Hamlets.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 18:00:00 +0100I tried bakery's new Danish open sandwiches - and they could revolutionise fast food
I might never eat a burger again after experiencing a packed, delicious Danish open sandwich that could revolutionise fast food.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 17:00:00 +0100'My stay in Edinburgh in a room with panoramic views from Arthur's Seat to Castle'
I recently spent a long weekend in Edinburgh, travelling up from London for a much-needed break, and I couldn’t have chosen a better base than the W Edinburgh.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 13:40:00 +0100Barking man jailed for murder outside Leytonstone cafe after fleeing the country
Sabejet Shuti has been jailed after murdering a man in Leytonstone and fleeing the country.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 08:21:00 +0100The crossroads at Chingford Mount
Local historian Gary Stone looks at the old names of the crossroads at Chingford Mount.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100Which tube line is predicted to be the hottest this summer?
Data has predicted which tube lines are expected to get the hottest this summer.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 21:34:48 +0100Kneecap's and Bob Vylan's Glastonbury performances being assessed by police
Police have confirmed that they are assessing videos of Kneecap and Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury performances.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 16:06:19 +0100Rod Stewart branded ‘grotesque’ and ‘stupid’ amid support for Reform UK
Sir Rod Stewart has been branded ‘grotesque’ and ‘stupid’ ahead of his Glastonbury Legend Set after showing support for Reform UK.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 12:39:14 +0100Experts warn that a swarm of flying ants 'the biggest in years' could hit UK
Experts are warning of a huge surge in flying ants, spurred on by the ideal combination of intermittent wet and warm weather across the UK.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:59:51 +0100Derailed train sends second day of 'major disruption' to London
A derailed train near Milton Keynes is causing a second day of disruption to London services. Live updates here.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 19:14:15 +0100Fourth man charged after victim stabbed to death in Hounslow
A fourth man has been charged after a 22-year-old was stabbed to death in Hounslow.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0100New timetables for multiple London bus routes this weekend
New timetables for several London bus routes will be introduced this weekend.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:04:29 +0100Londoners spend 171 hours a year waiting for and riding the Underground
Londoners spend 171 hours – the equivalent of more than a full week – waiting for and riding the Underground each year, research has shown
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:55:22 +0100Sword attacker jailed for at least 40 years as boy's dad describes 'worst nightmare'
The man who murdered schoolboy Daniel Anjorin in Hainault has been jailed for life with a minimum of 40 years.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0100Met Office weekend weather forecast for London as temperatures set to soar AGAIN
Londoners can expect a blisteringly hot weather this weekend, with temperatures reaching 31°C.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:00:04 +0100'You've never seen a fish and chip shop like this' - new chippy to open in Woodford
Mother Hubbard's is opening a new flagship fish and chip shop in High Road, South Woodford, officially launching tomorrow (June 28)
Sat, 19 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0100The curry house just 20 minutes from London beloved by Tom Cruise
Discover the family-run curry house just 20 minutes from London that is loved by Hollywood legend Tom Cruise.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 18:06:03 +0100James Bond fans angry as three stars 'top of wishlist' to be next 007 revealed
According to reports, Jacob Elordi, Tom Holland and Harris Dickinson are "at the top of the list" to become the next James Bond.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:43:40 +0100Tesco offering parents 25 per cent discounts as it launches school uniforms
Tesco school uniform is now online for the first time, and there's 25% off Clubcard Prices, but be quick
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 08:54:41 +0100Jamie Laing has released a track to turn mornings into turbocharged triumphs
Jamie Laing has released a track to help Brits turn their bleary-eyed mornings - into turbocharged triumphs.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 07:57:00 +0100Emergency alert test returning in 2025 with nearly all UK mobiles affected
Nearly every mobile phone in the UK is set to receive an emergency alert message in 2025 as part of a national test.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:36:09 +0100Iconic road by Leicester Square blocked by emergency incident
A busy central London road by Leicester Square is blocked by an emergency services incident. Live updates here.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:37:23 +0100Train DERAILS with 'major disruption' at London Euston
A train has derailed with lines to and from London Euston closed and services cancelled. Live updates here.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 17:17:00 +0100REVIEW: The Cube Canary Wharf offers competitive fun for all ages
Review of The Cube Canary Wharf, which is competitive fun for all ages.