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A group of young dancers from East London, representing Elevation Performance Academy, seeks community support for their participation in the National Entertainment Awards 2026 in Las Vegas, facing significant financial challenges.
Residents of Havering, Barking, and Dagenham are actively creating teddies, hearts, and blankets for Queen’s Hospital, Romford, enhancing patient comfort. The Nimble Fingers Knitting Group welcomes new members to contribute, offering social connections and therapeutic benefits while supporting the hospital’s critical care units.
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For Emma Thomas, the moment of clarity came when she saw a photograph of herself holding her mum’s birthday cake.
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Elevation Performance Academy performed spectacularly at the National Entertainment Awards, earning a golden buzzer and a final spot. They chose to take home a £250 cash prize instead of gambling for a Las Vegas performance opportunity.
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In the first three weeks of the new season, Romford & Gidea Park confirmed the signing of an astounding 30 new players, ranging from minis to youth and senior teams.
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Havering Council are inviting residents to put their best foot forward and get involved in the borough’s dance programme.
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The Aveley Angling Club’s annual children’s fishing match at their lake in Upminster drew over 50 enthusiastic young anglers, offering exciting prizes and a vibrant atmosphere with BBQ, music, and activities for all. Club Chairman Peter expressed joy at the event’s success, highlighting the community’s unity and the club’s commitment to nurturing young fishing talent.
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This year’s highly anticipated Summer Fun Day in Lodge Farm Park was another roaring success. This popular event is organised by the much-loved, hard-working volunteers at Havering Miniature Railway, and year upon year it never fails to bring joy.
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Elevation Performance Academy, a dance school in Havering, has quickly become a beloved part of the community since its establishment in 2019. Despite pandemic challenges, the academy has thrived, offering classes for all age groups and aiming to have its own premises. It fosters support, dedication, and personal growth, making it an excellent choice for Havering residents. For more information, visit their Thursday classes at the Mardyke community centre or contact them via their website.
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Hornchurch Cricket Club clinched the European championship, overcoming the absence of their injured captain, Billy Gordon, with Marc Whitlock’s leadership. Their recent successes include the Treble, League Cup, T20 Essex Championship, Conference Cup, National T20 Cup, and now the prestigious European championship. Their focus now shifts to winning the National 40-over Cup.
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St Albans ward Councillor Judith Holt began fighting for the free half hour parking for residents using the Park Lane shops last year. Councillor Holt worked closely with members of the Bencrest Chemist to get the half hour free parking restored and launched a petition that was handed in at a Full Council meeting in 2023.
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The Mercury Mall in Romford is always jam packed with fantastic activities for all the community.
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Last week Sue Hedges from the Ricky Hayden Memorial donated a vital life saving Daniel Baird bleed kit to Romford and Gidea Park Rugby Club.
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On 22nd February, local community groups will join forces to show the joy of numbers in the centre of Romford at Havering’s first ‘Number Fayre’.
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Tapestry help feed many elderly, vulnerable and lonely members in our community who may not see anyone at all. Tapestry
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St Edwards Ward Councillor Nisha Patel has helped raise over £3,000 for children’s charities and Great Ormond Street Hospital. Councillor
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Evelyn is an amazing ten year old! She was nominated at the age of just eight years old by 2nd Romford
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Television legend Ben Shepherd has been crowned the New Fortis Champion following the grand finals of the highly popular national
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A group of four teenagers from the Viking Explorers group have been hard at work raising funds for their expedition to Gambia next year. In July 2024 the Hornchurch District Scouts will
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The Dementia and Music Social Club have celebrated a very special day, a 64th wedding anniversary! Mick and Ann celebrated
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