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'Incredible' youth centre in Chadwell Heath reopens after 15 years of emptiness
The Rising Generation (TRG) centre, which had stood empty for more than 15 years, has been transformed into a modern youth facility in Chadwell Heath.
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College students 'transformed' by volunteering at historic house's garden
A group of Barking and Dagenham College students have been "transformed" through a volunteering partnership with National Trust property Rainham Hall.
Towie star died 'after colliding with glass door in Spain'
Towie star Jake Hall died after colliding with a glass door in Spain, an inquest in east London heard.
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Full list of NatWest branches closing this week as high street bank turns to digital
Another round of high street bank closures is underway as NatWest continues to close branches.
East London youth dance group in scramble for funding before major event
The East London Youth Dance Company (ELYDC), based in Stratford, has been selected to represent London at the U.Dance National Festival in Glasgow but will have to withdraw if the required funding is not raised.
Dagenham care home rated 'outstanding' by inspectors
George Brooker House in Dagenham, operated by The George Brooker Care Society Limited, received the top rating following a CQC inspection in April.
No construction workers pictured at Gallows Corner as 'significant work' continues
Several large pits remain visible in the latest drone photos of Gallows Corner as "significant work" continues.
Dagenham HMOs for seven and nine people deemed 'detrimental'
Planning applications made for HMOs in Wood Lane and Simmons Drive in Dagenham have been refused by Barking and Dagenham Council.
Sir Keir Starmer confirms when the social media ban for under 16s comes into effect
A social media ban for under 16s will come into place next year.
Starmer confirms social media ban for under-16s in 'big moment' for the UK
Sir Keir Starmer announced the restriction in a Downing Street press conference as he warned social media was having an impact on children’s happiness and mental health.
What apps will be banned? Starmer announces social media ban for under-16s
Sir Keir Starmer has announced that under-16s will no longer be able to use social media.
Keir Starmer to ban under-16s from social media apps and AI chatbots
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to announce a ban on under-16s using social media apps in the UK.
'Leading' UK construction company files for administration after 52 years
Ardmore is a construction firm that has filed for administration after initially being set up in 1974
Teenager arrested as boy, 15, continues fighting for life after Ilford stabbing
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a broad daylight stabbing in Ilford Lane left a boy, 15 in life threatening condition.
Boy, 15, in 'life-threatening condition' after broad daylight stabbing in Ilford
A 15-year-old boy is in a life-threatening condition after being stabbed in Ilford Lane, Ilford around 5pm on June 13.
Recap as police close busy road after teenager stabbed in broad daylight
Ilford Lane closed due to a 'police incident' since 4.15pm yesterday (June 13)
Snail Mail shocker: baby mag arrives 19 years late
Comedian Steve Allen jokes about Royal Mail after a parenting magazine ordered in 2007 finally arrives 18 years late, long after the children grew up.
Redbridge youth MPs pledge action on key issues
Redbridge’s Shakirah Ahmed MYP outlines priorities on poverty, equality and youth voice after being elected to the Youth Parliament.
'High-quality' UK pizza company collapses into administration after 34 years
Millennium Dough Company, a UK pizza dough supplier, has fallen into administration after 34 years in business.
Three new planning applications lodged with Redbridge Council this week
Here are the planning applications submitted to Redbridge Council this week.