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Choir release new version of classic Christmas song featuring East 17

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Ba-ha! Humbug - Norwegian pop star's Christmas album strikes wrong note

Man to appear in court today charged with Hackney murder

North Weald man wanted for breaching court order

Eco warrior Michael really walked the walk

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Traffic news: Congestion on M25 following last night's crane collapse

It's Christmas! Glam rock band Slade go back on tour

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A new Post Office has opened in Walthamstow

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Will we get snow this Christmas? Experts answer the question

CCTV captured rapist McCann trying to book room at Watford hotel

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Serial rapist Joseph McCann's crimes in full

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Watch: The moment police arrest serial rapist Joseph McCann

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BREAKING: 'Pure evil' Joseph McCann convicted of string of rapes

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Plans to knock down existing council housing and and build 120 new homes approved

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Hospital launches Christmas gift appeal for young and elderly patients

All your east London general election parliamentary candidates in one place

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Man appears in court charged with murder of Harley Watson in Loughton

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London Fire chief quits four months early after Grenfell criticism

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What's on in East London this weekend, 7th and 8th December, 2019

Athlete with learning disabilities wins award for charity work

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Morning update: Mostly clear roads on mild December day

Christmas posting dates 2019: When to send your cards and presents by

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Film celebrates Lea Valley's food growers producing 80 million cucumbers a year

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Sadiq Khan's fare freeze not working for outer London, says report

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Pony missing following break-in 'dumped' outside residential home by 'thugs'

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Chingford care home unveils giant Christmas advent calendar

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Vehicle connected to Harley Watson's death not linked to hit and run attempt reported by Roding Valley High School

Residents call for historic Gants Hill pub to be saved from demolition

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Hugh Grant heckled while campaigning with Labour

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Jewish care charity's Q&A lunch with journalist Nick Ferrari raises over £33K

Student with learning disability enjoys 'amazing' work experience opportunity

East London cycling and walking groups win community funding

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Traffic news: Minor tube delays and heavy fog lingers on roads

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Alleged serial rapist Joseph McCann decides not to give evidence in court

Meet your Brentwood & Ongar MP candidates for the 2019 general election

Teen accused of the gang murder of Jaden Moodie tells jurors he carried knife for 'safety'

Two fast food restaurants closed following discovery of rodent infestations

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'Supper club' aims to connect newly moved in residents with established community members

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Residents' association defends working with developer on 1,280 home Goodmayes Tesco plan

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Homeless 10-year-old living in Ilford says his life is a 'real-life horror film'

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Mobility scooters available again at shopping mall following fire

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Loughton Town Council cancels Christmas events following Harley Watson's death

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It is time for political newspapers to be banned, for the sake of local news

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Live updates as tributes pour in for boy killed in hit-and-run near Debden Park High School

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Why we're taking a stand against fake newspapers

Go Fund Me page launched for Harley Watson killed in hit and run

Hospital lab assistant tackles charity challenge after sister is diagnosed with dementia

Meet your parliamentary candidates for Chingford and Woodford Green

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Rape accused has decided to attend trial for first time, jurors told

Hugh Grant to join Labour in Chingford and Woodford Green tomorrow as star looks to fight Brexit

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Community knife amnesty group furious with council after being fined for advertising service

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Chigwell opticians store wins 'Branch of the Year' award

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Parents of girl diagnosed with muscular dystrophy three years ago thank hospice

Debden Park High School pay tribute to 12-year-old pupil

Morning update: Slow traffic on roads and part suspension on Central line

We are calling on political parties to stop creating fake local newspapers

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Recap: Murder inquest launched after 12-year-old boy dies in hit and run collision by school

Man arrested after child killed in Loughton hit and run

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Murder investigation launched after 12-year-old boy dies in Loughton hit and run

Labour's London manifesto promises spending boost and "radical" devolution

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Swedish choir to light up the night with candlelit carol concert

Father of 19-year-old shot in case of mistaken identity pays tribute to 'beautiful' boy

Campaigners call for Walthamstow's Harmony Hall to be saved from sale

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Inquest deems Lithuanian man found dead as open conclusion

Liberal Democrats pledge to reverse funding cuts in east London schools

Gang members found guilty of murdering man shot dead by mistake during bloody turf war

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Kiddies Kingdom in Mothercare takeover talks

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London Bridge attack victims Jack Merritt and Saskia Jones remembered at vigil

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Contracts worth almost £70m to build over 250 homes awarded to regeneration company

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Labour candidate joins calls for Tory councillor to resign in row over "Islamophobic" tweet apology

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Man charged with murder of Akeem Dylon Barnes to appear in court

Waking up to icy windscreens? Here's how to properly de-ice your car

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Sport

Maguire-Drew earns O's a point

Son scores wonder goal as Spurs thrash Burnley

Pellegrini still eyeing top half of table

Mourinho 'not worried' by Blues' transfer ban being lifted

Embleton felt performance deserved progression

O's knocked out of Leasing.com Trophy

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Sport

Ding ends O'Sullivan's UK treble hopes

Rashford ruins Mourinho's Old Trafford return

Pellegrini upbeat despite Wolves defeat

Embleton to make changes but still expecting strong side

Abbey continue fine form

O'Sullivan puts best foot forward despite injury

Pellegrini vows Hammers will stick to beliefs

O's hard at work despite Saturday off

Embleton gives update on O's managerial situation

Mourinho coy on future of Spurs trio

O'Sullivan to face Ding in fourth round

Championships success for Ali

Sunday XC League success for ELR

Lions end year with defeat

Pochettino 'willing to listen to projects'

Joy for Alvin Martin after son's debut

Hammers handed Gills trip in cup

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National sport

FA to investigate allegations of racist abuse in Manchester derby

Roy Hodgson praises Wilfried Zaha’s temperament after frustrating Watford outing

Klopp wants Liverpool to make clean sheets a habit after Bournemouth shutout

Ferguson urges Everton players to use Chelsea victory as template

Simmons scores second career three-pointer as 76ers crush Cavaliers

Revenge is sweet for Anthony Joshua after beating Andy Ruiz

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Runaway leaders Liverpool brush aside Bournemouth

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Walthamstow, Leyton and Leytonstone

Horse rescued after falling into swimming pool

Save Our Libraries Essex uncover 'secret' meetings between council and takeover bidders

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North Weald man wanted for breaching court order

Man charged with murdering Harley Watson in Loughton hit and run to appear in court today

Loughton Town Council responds to outcry for cancelling Christmas events

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Local History

Independent religious school falls from highest to lowest Ofsted rating

HISTORY: The Pearly Kings and Queens of Redbridge

HISTORY: A hero of the Titanic

HISTORY: The football club that had a flying start

HISTORY: The stories behind Redbridge's Open House hotspots

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Education Yearbook 2019

Education Yearbook 2019

View the latest education news, and information for parents looking for new schools

Education Matters 2018

Education Matters 2018

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Connect - Little Ones

Connect - Little Ones

Connect - Little Ones

Connect - Little Ones

West Ham

Pellegrini still eyeing top half of table

Pellegrini upbeat despite Wolves defeat

Pellegrini vows Hammers will stick to beliefs

Joy for Alvin Martin after son's debut

Hammers handed Gills trip in cup

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National news

Dame Helen Mirren reads bedtime stories at Trafalgar Square charity sleepout

In Pictures: Scottish Ballet rehearses for Snow Queen

New Delhi fire leaves at least 43 people dead

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PM says naughtiest thing he will admit to doing is riding bike on pavement

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Scotland would back independence if Brexit happens, poll indicates

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General Election: Where to watch the TV coverage

General Election: What minor parties are standing this year?

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