Russell Slade paid tribute to his defence after the 2-0 win over Brentford which extended Leyton Orient's winning start in League One to eight games. David Mooney's penalty and Shaun Batt's late goal meant it was the forwards who ensured the O's
Leyton Orient’s winning run will have to come to an end at some point but not just yet. Two second half goals from David Mooney and Shaun Batt mean the O’s best start for 103 years is now extended to eight victories on the bounce after the latest
A pensioner has been disqualified from driving after a hit and run involving a lollipop lady. Roger Lee from Buckhurst Hill injured a school crossing patrol officer in April when he drove his Toyota Yaris straight over a crossing outside of St
A woman has set up a new Women’s Institute (WI) but vowed not to be "all jam and Jerusalem”. After tweeting to see if anyone would be interested in joining a new branch of the WI a few months ago, co-founder Jacky Bergman has described the response
Two men have been remanded in custody after appearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court charged with conspiring to commit acts of terrorism and possession of ammunition. Mohommod Hassin Nawaz, 29, and Hamza Nawaz, 22, of Dirleton Road in Stratford
Adults are invited to join a litter picking walk in Roding Valley Park tomorrow. Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure Trust's Nature Conservation Ranger Team will lead the clear up along the river. Meet at Chigwell Road Gate, underneath the
A lorry was badly damaged after striking a bridge this morning. The vehicle was travelling along Roding Road from Valley Hill, Loughton, when it collided with the railway bridge causing its back roof to crumple. Officers from TFL were on the
I am an 18 year-old Muslim who chooses to wear the veil. Many women in my family also wear it, while some others have chosen not to. For those who don’t wear it, I have nothing against them nor do I think they are wrong. To wear the veil is
Cash-strapped Epping Forest Council is considering increasing parking fees to cover a loss of income caused by the recession. Revenue from services such as building control and licensing have been hit during the economic downturn and leading councillors
Poetry fans can attend a session of transport themed verse tomorrow. Local poet Alexandra Wilde is hosting the session for over-50s at the Allan Burgess Centre, in Grove Park, Wanstead. The free session begins at 11am. Call 0208 989 6338
A controversial nightspot has been granted permission to extend its opening hours, after police withdrew an objection. Nu Bar in Loughton can now open until 1am on Monday mornings following a decision by Epping Forest District Council’s Licensing
Police are searching for a West Ham United fan after a 70-year-old grandfather was attacked on a train in front of his young family. The victim was travelling home from a day out in Southend on the August 23 with his wife and three young grandchildren
A ‘jazzathon’ raised £411 for a Kenyan orphanage over the weekend. The musical extravaganza, which took place at St Mary’s Church in the High Road, South Woodford, featured local musicians Geoff Seeff and the Woodford Wheezards. The event’s
The former Wanstead police station has been put up for sale less than a week after it closed its doors to the public. Earlier this month, Redbridge borough commander Sue Williams told the Guardian that it was likely the building, in Spratt Hall
West Ham have been linked with a potential January move for Rapid Vienna striker Terrence Boyd. The 22-year-old German-born American-forward move to Rapid from Borussia Dortmund last summer and it is also claimed Lazio and Udinese are interested
A community group has launched a bid to buy a green space from a developer and open it up for the community. The Wanstead Society, formed 15 years ago to fight development on the site in High Street, Wanstead, known locally as Evergreen Field,
A new community cafe has pledged to help fund the work of a local foodbank. Walthamstow’s Eat or Heat group will be supported by a new community cafe it's opening on Friday at the Quaker meeting house in Jewel Road. The cafe will be open on
A shop owner who started his business with redundancy money is to mark a year of trading. Kevin Taylor launched Taylor's Cards in The Broadway, Debden, after the Clinton’s Card branch he managed was closed after the firm went into administration
Young trendsetters will be strutting their stuff on the catwalk in a bid to raise money for a children’s hospice. The Bridge Church, in Buckhurst Hill, will host a fashion show with models aged three to 13 and a raffle to generate funds for Haven
Belly dancing, drumming and singing war songs help members of a new group fight against illness according to its leader. The Alzheimer’s Society has started running two weekly sessions in Epping to stimulate the minds and bodies of people suffering
A man has been removed from Essex Police’s most wanted list after he handed himself in. Stephen hunt, 28, was being sought by officers over the theft of valuable coins from a home in Coopersale. Hunt, from Frinton, has now been eliminated from
Valentines Mansion will host a wedding fair this Sunday. Running from 11am until 4pm, the Emerson Road, Ilford, venue will display stalls featuring dresses, flowers, jewellery, cakes and more. Those interested in hiring Valentines Mansion as
