POLICE have released images of seven people wanted in connection with a series of cash scams in which £200,000 was conned out of vulnerable pensioners. Officers are investigating 72 linked offences, across seven east London boroughs including
BUSINESSES are being encouraged to take part in the Leytonstone Car Free Day. To take place on September 20, local businesses can set up stalls for free where they can distribute leaflets and samples and even sell goods. During the day
A POPULAR farmer's market is to return to the borough next weekend at Ilfords's Valentines Mansion. Running from 11am till 3pm on Sunday August 23, the free event will feature a wide variety of fresh produce. Call 8708 8100 for more information.
THE LEYTONSTONE Area Residents' Association (LARA) has come up with a novel way to help people take care of their gardens. Conceived by resident Sarah Innes, the “share a garden” scheme encourages people to help tend unused gardens and to share the
WALTHAM Forest's top police officer has denied suggestions that he has not asked the Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA) for more police officers. Chief Supt Mark Benbow, who is currently on holiday, has spoken out after reading an MPA statement
LEYTONSTONE Library is to host "Fun with Poems" with comedy poet Neal Zetter. Aimed at children aged seven to 12, the event will take place tomorrow from 2.30pm. Mr Zetter's works include poems entitled "Me and My Amoeba" and "Tea". For more
A WOMAN working at an Aldersbrook nursing home has avoided jail after circulating a picture of a half-naked dementia sufferer among staff. Romona Dublas, 41, or Browning Road, Forest Gate, was found guilty of taking a photo of a patient at the Bakers
THE League of Friends at Whipps Cross University Hospital has put out a desperate call for new members. The League, which celebrated its 55th birthday in June and raises funds for vital equipment, has dwindled in size from 30 to 13 members
A DATE has yet to be set for the meeting that will help decide whether the council can build on disputed green space. The authority requested a meeting with the Charity Commission last month to discuss its proposals after it was confirmed land
Security patrols have increased at a Waltham Abbey park after the Guardian revealed it was being advertised for group sex sessions between strangers. The Gunpowder Park off Sewardstone Road, was being touted on "dogging" sites, which pre-arrange
AN under-threat homeless shelter has been saved after it merged with a bigger charity. Concerns had been raised in recent years that a funding crisis and staff problems at the Redbridge Night Shelter, in Ilford's York Road, could lead to the
A MAN has been arrested in Ilford in connection with Britain's biggest jewel heist, police have revealed. Following the £40million armed robbery at Graff jewellers in Mayfair last Thursday, the Metropolitan Police have said that a 50-year-old
Geraint Williams says JJ Melligan must continue as he has begun the new season. The O's manager spurred on his midfielder after watching him score one goal and set up another in Orient's 2-1 Carling Cup win over Colchester Utd, on Tuesday evening
STAFF at a Woodford Green boozer raided the fancy dress box and donned their glad rags for the launch of a month of fund raising. The Castle Harvester in Woodford High Road is trying to raise hundreds of pounds for a children’s charity Make-A-Wish
A resident living close to a main road has spoken of his shock after returning from holiday to find a 20 foot telegraph pole in his front garden. Barry Holman, 60, from Ongar Road, Abridge said he was "flabbergasted" to discover the telegraph
YOUTH is set to play a key role in West Ham's season after a shortage of summer signings. Graduates from the club's distinguished academy may have to learn quickly about the rigours of the Premier League with the senior squad thin on numbers, and manager
DOZENS of posters have been plastered around the borough by an owner desperate to find her parrot. Ellen Goodchild's African Grey parrot, Chezzie, went missing on May 24 from her home in Blackhorse Road, Walthamstow, after her partner accidently
AN NHS boss has given the new Leyton Polyclinic his seal of approval. Sir George Alberti, national clinical director for emergency access, visited the Oliver Road clinic to see whether the new clinic is working well. Part of a tour of
A MOTORIST who witnessed a lorry containing hundreds of bottles of wine burst into flames took dramatic pictures of the scene. The HGV caught fire on the slip road between the A406 north circular and the Billet Roundabout in Walthamstow at
THE Metropolitan Police Authority has said Waltham Forest has enough police– despite council leader Chris Robbins' plea for extra officers. Following an internal Met report, Cllr Robbins said the borough is about 120 officers short of what
THE Wild West came to an equestrian centre when cowboys visited for a charity event. Youngsters dressed up in cowboy gear to take part in a bear hunt, create trails through the wood and play themed games at the Woodredon Equestrian Centre in
WHILE a campaign continues to bring greyhound racing back at Walthamstow Stadium, volunteers are working tirelessly to get the remaining retired dogs new homes. Staff at Walthamstow Stadium Retired Greyhounds knew they had a mammoth task on
THE council's housing body has said a grieving daughter's claim that a faulty lift was fitted with second-hand parts is untrue. Laura Dawkins said she had been told by the council's contractors that an elevator in Lambourne Court on Woodford
A FAMILY fun day is to be held in memory of a former Leyton County cricket player who died of cancer. The Robert Miller Memorial Fun Day is to take place on August 16 from 9am and will also raise funds for cancer research. The day will include free
A 'MUCH-loved' father-of-one died after hanging himself at his home despite the “valiant efforts” of his wife and neighbour to save him, an inquest heard. Robert Shaffer, 52, of Burnham Road, Chingford, had suffered with bouts of depression
Geraint Williams was happy his players stamped their authority quickly at Colchester on Tuesday night. The U's went into the Carling Cup tie on a high, after they blasted seven goals past Norwich City last weekend. But speaking after
THE need for more firepower in the West Ham front line was again evident during the 1-0 defeat to Napoli at the weekend. Much has been made of Gianfranco Zola's pursuit of a striker, with Carlton Cole the only fit, recognised goalscorer in the squad.
THE owners of the former EMD cinema have dismissed claims it is not protecting the Grade II listed building. Debris from the building's canopy, in Hoe Street, Walthamtow, have fallen twice recently, prompting allegations from cinema campaigners
The management at George Lane's International Supermarket have revealed plans to illuminate its controversial shop sign. The store, situated in the heart of South Woodford's shopping district, attracted criticism from some residents earlier
Adrian Patulea was happy to show boss Geraint Williams he was right to pick him against Colcester, on Tuesday night. The 24 year-old Romanian striker scored after just 90 seconds on his competitive debut, in round one of the Carling Cup.
CONSERVATIONISTS have called on the council not to turn a newly acquired nature spot into a “theme park”. Residents in Woodford Bridge and Barkingside were delighted last month when the historic Claybury Park was finally handed over to Redbridge
ANOTHER lift on the Orchard Estate has been reported faulty - just days after the tragic death of a grandmother-of-seven. Footage shot by ITN news yesterday shows the doors of an elevator in another block jamming before they had fully opened
CAMPAIGNERS have spoken out over “potentially damaging” proposals for green space within the Northern Olympic Fringe area. Members of the New Lammas Lands Defence Committee (NLLDC) gathered at Marsh Lane Fields today (Tuesday) to raise awareness
There was no dream result for Dagenham & Redbridge at Championship side Cardiff City in the first round of the Carling Cup. The Daggers slipped out of the competition following a 3-1 defeat in Wales. But manager John Still, who will now prepare his
