Service last week at the Queen’s Arms followed by exemplary service at Butler’s Wharf Chop House on Saturday, prompted a discussion about what riles us when eating out. You order a dish, the waiter writes it down, but returns five minutes later
Police are investigating a burglary at a property which a neighbour says was targeted earlier this year in a botched break-in ending in the death of a suspect. A property in Mason Way, Waltham Abbey was broken into after thieves smashed patio doors
Ongar hosted its annual carnival yesterday with crowds basking in the weekend sunshine. The crowds were treated to spectacles such as themed floats, a marching band and troupe of majorettes. The carnival concluded at Chipping Ongar Primary
A campaign group has welcomed a government decision to ban so-called ‘spy cars’ from issuing parking enforcement fines. The government on Saturday announced a raft of measures to clamp-down on certain parking enforcement practices employed by councils
A couple were banned from a hotel after staff found their rabbit’s droppings on the floor of their room after the pair had checked out. Hotel bosses banned Alfie Joe Higgins, 22, and Blaize Taylor, 23, both of Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, from the
Carey Mulligan and Bill Nighy return to the stage for the first time in forever to star in psychodrama Skylight by David Hare. The tale focuses on a schoolteacher who receives unexpected visits from her former lover and his son. Wyndham's Theatre
Experience the cultural highlights of Belgium, birthplace of artist Frank Brangwyn. Have a go at traditional lacemaking, try Belgian waffles and relax with a Belgian beer while listening to the music of Jacques Brel. William Morris Gallery
West Ham are keen on poaching Dnipro winger Yevhen Konoplyanka from under the noses of several Premier League rivals, according to the Daily Express. The 24-year-old Ukrainian international was due to complete a £16m move to Liverpool in January
What could be inside the Magic Box? Join a host of different characters, from Dahlia the Dinosaur to Captain Wonkynose, as they lead you on exciting and interactive storytelling adventures. Mothers Hub, Wood Street, E17 , Tuesday, July 1, 10am
Sam Smith has just release his debut album, but he’s already crammed several careers’ worth of work into his life so far. Now 22 years old, the Cambridgeshire-born singer has been preparing for this moment since he was 12, the year
A landmark Victorian water tower converted for residential use has been put on the market for £1.25m. The Landmark Tower, located within the Repton Park housing development, in Manor Road, Woodford Green was converted into a three-bedroom home
TV stars will feature in a fundraising comedy night in aid of a hospice. EastEnders actor Terry Alderton, who plays Terry Spraggan, will headline the night in aid of Woodford Green's Haven House Hospice at 8.15pm on July 2. Danny Buckler from
A massive piece of art covering 10 hectares will be mowed into the Epping Forest landscape to celebrate the visit of the Tour de France. The piece, by Nicola Burrell, has been specifically designed to be visible from the air during the race on
The daughter of a man who died at Auschwitz has given a talk at the latest meeting of a probus club. The event at the Lindsey Street Community Association (LSCA) premises in Frampton Road, Epping, hosted Eva Clarke from the Holocaust Educational
More than 700 people have signed a petition calling for safety to be improved at a major roundabout. Motorists using Redbridge Lane East in Redbridge currently have to wait up to 20 minutes to exit on to the Redbridge roundabout, as the current
Calls have been made to introduce traffic-calming measures in a ‘dangerous’ road used as a key rat-run. People living in Chingford Lane, which connects Chingford with Woodford Green, say motorists regularly break the 30mph speed limit, putting
An accountancy firm will celebrate its 40th anniversary next month. THP Limited Chartered Accountants, based in High Street, Wanstead, was set up in 1974 and now has five offices around the area. It offers help to businesses and wealth management
Parents have until Monday June 30 to register their children for the Redbridge 11+ test. Children looking to apply to Ilford County High School for boys and Woodford County High School for girls need to register to take the test before the 5pm
The streets of Walthamstow came alive last night as members of the Algerian community celebrated their World Cup victory over South Korea. Despite England’s worst World Cup campaign since 1958 the spirit of the tournament is still very much alive
Scores of schoolchildren and their families worked together to raise money at their annual fete this weekend. Pupils from Walthamstow’s Edinburgh Primary School, in Queen's Road, Walthamstow, ran stalls and took part in games as they enjoyed the
The architects behind a large-scale project to restore a former cinema as office space have submitted plans to start demolition work. Total Security Services (TSS) bought The Regal and the former Shelz restaurant in Hale End Road, Highams Park,
A 53-year-old woman will appear in court tomorrow charged with possession of a gun. Catherine Golden, of Capworth Street, Leyton, is accused of carrying a firearm in Skeltons Lane on June 8. She is also charged with possession of cannabis with
Would-be poets are being sought to represent Chigwell in a national competition. A poet will be selected from each town in the UK which enters, with the winner receiving £1,000. They will also receive a free copy of the National poetry anthology
A teenager has returned home after going missing for 16 days. Syedzar Naqvi, 14, who lives with carers in Rochester, Kent, had not been seen since June 7, until he returned to his home last night. Police had been conducting enquiries in London
West Ham face a battle to secure the services of out-of-contract Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry, according to the Daily Mail. Barry, 33, will leave the Etihad Stadium when his contract expires on June 30 and has attracted interest from
Alberto Contador is many people’s favourite to challenge Britain’s Chris Froome at 'Le Tour' this year, despite a number of stages favouring the 2013 winner. The 31-year-old is looking to win his third maillot jaune after a season that has not
The Voice and X Factor stars have been announced in the line-up for Essex Pride. Christina Marie, finalist of The Voice 2014, and Lucy Spraggan, from X Factor 2012, will both perform at the event. Supporting acts such as DJs, drag acts and
Thousands of people descended on a Walthamstow playing field yesterday to celebrate the best of Asian culture. The ever-popular Mela Festival returned to Waltham Forest at Chestnut Fields with Bhangra dancing, stilt walkers, weight lifters and
Children had the chance to take part in a number of activities at an annual youth group event on Saturday. 'The Big One' youth group event was held at Broadmead Baptist Church, Chigwell Road, Woodford Green. Children took part in go-karting
A social club hosted a fundraising afternoon for former paratroopers this weekend. Uplands Social Club in Green Walk, Woodford Bridge, held the Afghanistan Trust fundraising event on Saturday afternoon. There were raffles, a bouncey castle
A radical Muslim convert has been sentenced to two years behind bars for an attack that has been described as the first case of Muslim sectarian violence in Britain. Jordan Horner, 20, from Walthamstow, was handed the sentence at the Old Bailey
A pet owner who admitted allowing his dog to attack a walker is due to be sentenced. Sylvester Campbell, of Lichfield Road in Woodford Green, admitted responsibility after his bullmastiff was dangerously out of control in Highams Park field off
A fire crew tackled a blaze yesterday morning which spread to neighbouring gardens. Up to 10 firefighters from Loughton Fire Station attended to the fire in Eversley Close, Loughton, yesterday at 10am. A garden shed and surrounding fences were
An appeal has been launched to find an elderly man deemed high risk due to the advance stages of his dementia. Abdoulahi Ndoye from Hackney went missing on Wednesday and was last seen in Lea Bridge Road at the junction with Albany Road in Leyton
Teachers have taken on pupils to raise money for a charity started by a former student. Chigwell School’s year 11 boys’ football team won 4-3 against a staff team in a match which raised £500 for Smiles with Grace. The charity, set up by Grace
A group of men are being sought by police in Waltham Forest following a stabbing inside a chicken shop. The trio are wanted in connection with grievous bodily harm (GBH) at USA Chicken and Pizza in Church Lane, Leytonstone on April 27. An argument
A folk duo will play a gig at an arts centre before heading to Glastonbury. Larkin Poe, made up of American sisters Rebecca, 22, and Megan, 24, Lovell, will perform at Zinc Arts Centre in High Street Ongar on Friday. The sisters who have previously
