West Ham United forward Andy Carroll has returned to training, co-owner David Gold has confirmed via Twitter. The Hammers owner took to Twitter to reveal the Gateshead-born forward was training following a several-month long lay-off with an ankle
Russell Slade could preside over his final match as Leyton Orient manager on Tuesday night when the O’s travel to Notts County. The 53-year-old revealed after Orient’s 2-0 defeat by Colchester United on Saturday he had been informed by sporting
A decision on the future of a travellers' site has been referred to the government following a public enquiry. A planning inspector on Wednesday considered an appeal against an enforcement notice issued to William Doherty, owner of the site in
Boxing fans dug deep into their pockets last week to sponsor a teenager as he shaved his long hair off for charity. Bradley Hymos's grandmother was recently diagnosed with cancer, prompting him to raise money for research. Darren Hymos, 17-
A man has died after collapsing in a car park this morning. Police and land, air and first response paramedics were called to the scene off of Trotwood in Chigwell at 11am following concern for the welfare of a man in his 50s who was thought to
The Central line is finally running a "good" service after a day of delays due to a signal failure. The problem in the North Acton area was causing problems throughout the delays since around 9am this morning and services were suspended between
Small businesses say they fear for the future after a nearby supermarket giant started offering the same dry-cleaning services. Sew Select and Elegant Look, in Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, have raised concerns after the move by Waitrose, which
A second Central line strike has been suspended as transport bosses and unions are close to reaching an agreement. ASLEF workers had planned to walk out for 24 hours on Wednesday over a dispute with Transport for London over allegations of bullying
An estimated 5,000 people attended a "successful" festival this weekend. Wanstead Festival 2014 was held on Sunday between 11am and 5pm on Christchurch Green, in High Street, Wanstead. Attractions included live bands, a cycle circuit, a classic
The search for the remains of King Harold by the team behind the discovery of Richard III’s remains has been postponed the project for the second time. Oval Films planned to launch an initial ground scan in Abbey Gardens, Waltham Abbey, on September
Disruption is expected as junction 26 of the M25 is set to close overnight. The Highways Agency has confirmed the anti-clockwise slip road for Waltham Abbey will be shut between 10pm and 5.30am due to roadworks. A signed diversion route is
There are concerns the closure of a police station could lead to reduced community patrols in an area of high crime. Senior officers have been accused of breaking a promise after it was announced that Waltham House station in KIrkdale Road, Leytonstone
A historic house which was used by the Army in World War II held an open day this weekend. The public took part in floristry, pottery and painting workshops on Saturday afternoon at Wanstead House, in The Green, Wanstead. Originally built in
Leyton Orient defender Scott Cuthbert says the players back under-fire manager Russell Slade 110 per cent and believes the O’s have the quality to overcome their slow start to the season. A 2-0 defeat at home to ten-man Colchester United on Saturday
A 61-year-old has been charged with intending to supply cannabis after a police raid. John Twitchings, of Oak Avenue in Enfield, appeared in court on Saturday following the operation in Sedge Green, Nazeing. Officer seized 72kg of cannabis
The Invictus Games for injured servicemen and women were brought to a close yesterday with a concert at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Teams travelled from the US, Afghanistan, New Zealand and across Europe to take part in the four-day event
An exhibition opens today to mark the closing of a post office delivery centre after more than 100 years. The 91 members of staff at the office in Johnston Road in Woodford Green are moving to a centre in Debden centre, with the closure earmarked
A regional community park is offering schools in the district the opportunity to be educated outside this autumn. Lee Valley Regional Park Authority will hold classes for Epping Forest schools over 10,000 acres of land teaching children aged five
A community got together this weekend for a street party. The street party included a bouncy castle, craft stalls and a cake competition on Sunday afternoon in Mulberry Way, South Woodford. Money was raised for voluntary gardening group, 3rd
Mark Cavendish narrowly missed out on winning the final stage of the Tour of Britain as Whitehall witnessed the eagerly-anticipated showdown between two of the world’s top sprinters yesterday. The Ongar star was ideally positioned in the wheel
Sam Allardyce is set to hand £12m summer signing Enner Valencia his full West Ham United league debut tonight when the Hammers face Hull City (8.00pm). The Ecuador international has only made two substitute outings in the Premier League, having
GPs have extended the consultation date on the proposed closure of Wanstead Hospital by two weeks after the move was criticised. Redbridge Clinical Commissioning Group (RCCG) wants to close Heronwood and Galleon Unit at Wanstead Hospital in Makepeace
A video has been released of the moment a man reversed his car off a tow truck. The footage shows the man climb onto the truck, get into the Vauxhall before trying to escape with the dangerous manoeuvre. Contractors were about to take the vehicle
Jobs are at risk after telecoms retailer Phones 4u announced it has entered administration. The move comes after network operator EE joined Vodafone in cutting ties with the company. There are two Phones 4u branches in Chingford, one in Walthamstow
A popular Chingford pub has been sold to developers for £1.1million. The Royston Arms in Chingford Mount Road closed to the public earlier this month after it was sold by owners Stonegate Ltd. Developers Kingsbury purchased the pub and sold
Woodford Green with Essex Ladies’ Tiffany Porter broke Jessica Ennis-Hill’s British record in the 100m hurdles at the IAAF Continental Cup in Marrakech on Sunday. Porter, 26, crossed the line in a time of 12.51 – enough to put her ahead of the
There are currently severe delays on the Central line due to a signal failure. A problem in the North Acton area is causing problems throughout the line and services are suspended between White City and Ealing Broadway/West Ruislip. London
The Wanstead Fringe festival ended with a street party. The Duke pub on Nightingale Lane marked occassion on Saturday by closing off the corner of the street with bunting and hay bales, with hundreds of people attending. The event included
The treatment of 256 children was delayed due to a staffing shortage at Whipps Cross University Hospital, it has emerged. Seven beds on the Acorn paediatric ward were closed on May 1 as a result of the shortage, leading to the four-hour waiting
A gang of robbers who raided a bookmakers are believed to have used fake firearms, it has been confirmed. Three masked men stormed a branch of Ladbrokes in KIngs Road, Chingford, on Wednesday at 8.30pm and demanded money from the cashier. The
There is concern for the safety of a woman who was seen being bundled into a car. A passer-by told police the driver of the car was arguing with a group of young men in Winters Way, Waltham Abbey, on Friday at about 10pm. The witness said the
A CCTV image has been released by police of a man wanted for stealing alcohol. Suspect 155299 took a can of Skol and a can of cider from Victoria Food and Wine in Leytonstone High Road on July 23 at around 12.20pm. The CCTV image has been released
Police are appealing for information after a man was beaten unconscious. A 30-year-old man was punched in the face in High Street, Walthamstow. The victim was talking on his phone when a man walking in the opposite direction punched him without
