Alex Song is almost certain to leave West Ham United when his loan spell ends this summer, with several clubs including Liverpool and Inter Milan interested, according to the Metro. The midfielder, on loan from Barcelona, has made 28 appearances
Three Woodford Green with Essex Ladies members finished Sunday’s London Marathon in the top 69 of 38,000 entrants. And the pick of the trio was Martyn Cryer, who came 23rd overall. Despite slowing down and losing a couple of minutes in the
Three Woodford Green with Essex Ladies members finished Sunday’s London Marathon in the top 69 of 38,000 entrants. And the pick of the trio was Martyn Cryer, who came 23rd overall. Despite slowing down and losing a couple of minutes in the
East London Runners had 33 members compete in the London Marathon, with Thomas Grimes faring best in a time of 2.45.04. And those from the Wanstead club did well, with 23 finishing within four hours. Just behind Grimes was Alex Day, in a time
Head coach Jamie Connors says winning promotion with Eton Manor is the best achievement of his coaching career after beating Chobham 17-14 in Saturday’s play-off. Victory over the Surrey side means Eton Manor will compete at National League level
The Conservative Party has said Walthamstow election candidate Molly Samuel-Laport's absence from this evening's hustings is because the event does not fit in with her schedule. All other candidates in the constitiency will take questions from
Lochlan Bearman returned to action in more familiar surroundings on Sunday and finished second at round four of Whilton Mill Kart Club despite several hiccups. Having competed in Belgium the previous weekend, the 13-year-old from Theydon Bois was
Businesses across Waltham Forest have rallied together to help a charity in its quest to help children on the edge of exclusion. Armed with a banner and leaftlets, volunteers from early intervention charity, Chance UK, travelled across Walthamstow
Waltham Abbey completed their season with a 13th defeat from 16 fixtures, losing 2-0 to Maldon & Tiptree, but end the campaign in the safety of 17th. Efforts in either half from Tunde Adewunni and Alex Andrew sealed victory for the Jammers,
The mother of a man whose body was found in a river has vowed to continue her quest for the truth about the death of her son, despite receiving threats warning her to stop. Father-of-two Ambrose Ball, 31, was reported missing on January 24 when
Shops are calling for increased CCTV following a spate of burglaries that have left them out of pocket and feeling insecure. The Chingford Green safer neighbourhood team (SNT) have been visiting businesses in Station Road and Sewardstone Road
Two East London Boxing Academy stars of the future were successful at the Redbridge Boxing Show on Saturday, both putting in excellent performances. Muhammad Hassnan Ali, 12, was certainly pulling no punches. Facing the taller Billy Lee from the
A scientist managed to raise £6,000 for a blood cancer charity after running this year’s London Marathon watched on by his brother who is recovering from the disease. Tom Lerner, 27, of Beulah Road, Walthamstow ran the 26 mile course on Sunday
Scroll down for pictures. A landmark Grade II listed Victorian water tower converted for residential use has had its price cut by £200,000 as it remains unsold after 10 months on the market. The tower, located within the Repton Park housing
Chris Dagnall won the Star Man award at Orient’s presentation dinner in Chigwell on Sunday. The O’s striker has scored 12 goals this season and has been a virtual ever present under manager Fabio Liverani. Josh Wright was the runner-up as he
Ronnie O’Sullivan is up against it in more ways than one in his World Snooker Championships quarter-final at The Crucible after controversy once again followed him on Tuesday. Stuart Bingham leads the ‘Rocket’ 5-3 after the first session, although
Redbridge face an anxious wait to see if they have been relegated from Isthmian Division One North after finishing in the bottom three, despite beating Cheshunt 2-1 on the final day. Dave Ross and Ricky Eaton’s side finished second bottom on goal
Epping Upper Clapton won promotion to the London North West Three League on Saturday with a convincing 36-22 win over Ely Tigers in their play-off final. Promotion means the Clapton club will next season line up against closest rivals Harlow in
The Guardian will be providing live coverage from an election hustings for the Walthamstow constituency tonight. Labour’s Stella Creasy, Steven Cheung of the Liberal Democrats, Michael Gold of the Green Party, Nancy Taaffe of the Trade Unionist
A new home for vulnerable children will "disrupt the peace" of a residential area, opponents claim. Plans have been submitted by company Care2Share to convert a family house in Lower Hall Lane, Chingford, into a home for six children aged between
A CCTV image has been released of a gambler suspected of causing £1,000-worth of damage at a bookmakers. The man entered Paddy Power in High Street, Walthamstow, on March 13 at around 9pm despite being barred due to a previous incident. Staff
Musicians have been asked to take part in two community festivals. The week-long Wanstead Fringe will start on September 7 and Wanstead Festival will take place all day on Christ Church Green on September 13. Organisers are looking for local
A trespasser on the tracks has caused rush hour delays for commuters this morning. Train commuters travelling between and from Chingford, Highams Park and Walthamstow Central are delayed by around 20 minutes. Greater Anglia says disruption
The Guardian has asked each parliamentary candidate to list five reasons why they should become an MP at the General Election on May 7. Labour candidate for Leyton & Wanstead John Cryer explains why you should vote for him. 1) A Labour
A school which recently emerged from special measures has appointed a new headteacher with his predecessor confident it will get "better and better" under his leadership. Graham Ford started in his position last week at Snaresbrook Primary School
Former England international and Spurs captain Ledley King will visit Wanstead Flats to celebrate 125 years since the City of London Corporation took over the land. There will be several small sided football matches involving local primary schools
