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Over on a particularly toxic Facebook group, a prominent party campaigner unleashed a tirade of personal attacks on a young activist, mocking him for his age and his ability to “flip burgers in McDonalds”. The post that set off the comments was written as “[Conservatives] are in Collier Row… in case anyone was wondering what the bad smell was”.
Cllr. Ray Morgon, leader of the Havering Residents Association, discusses the Council’s future after the 2022 Local Elections. The H.R.A formed a working relationship with Labour, but tensions arose at the last Council meeting. With increased Councillors, the H.R.A ended the relationship but expressed gratitude to Labour for stabilizing the Council.
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Men armed with hammers and screwdrivers robbed the Esso petrol garage in Rainham just before 5am this morning. The incident happened on New Road as the men entered the premises armed stealing alcohol, cash and cigarettes. A member of staff was in the garage at the time, but was not injured.
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Over the weekend a special exhibition was held at the Ingrebourne Valley Nature Centre to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
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A man who pleaded guilty to the murder of a woman who died 13 years after he attacked her has been sentenced.
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Gooshayes ward Councillor Paul McGeary has announced he has joined the Havering Residents Association (HRA), departing from his previous affiliation with the local Labour Party.
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Residents can have their say on how they feel about crime and community safety in a survey by the Havering Community Safety Partnership.
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Rabbi Lee was a man much loved by his community who united everyone regardless of their Faith. He worked closely with all and had an excellent relationship with members of the Romford Islamic Centre
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Thanks to police officers in Harold Hill as part of the Clear Hold Build initiative, a special community day was organised where Primary and Secondary school children had the chance to play basketball and football all day free of charge.
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The impact on the site, if it is built, would also be unacceptable: instead of farmland, there will be a large number of warehouse-sized buildings, containing banks of computers, batteries, cooling systems, backup power sources, and more equipment.
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Four fire engines and 25 firefighters managed a fire at a four-storey residential block in Romford. The second and part of the third floor, and half of the connecting stairway of a five-roomed maisonette were damaged. Six dogs died, but there were no human injuries. The fire was brought under control by 9pm. Cause under investigation.
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From the 8th April to 3rd May this year, Havering Council asked residents and businesses for their thoughts on the refreshed themes of the Romford Town Centre Masterplan. Then the Council will carry out a statutory consultation on the refreshed Masterplan in summer 2024.
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Every Wednesday from 10am to 11am registered nutritionist Sharon Adkins runs free sessions at Rainham library to help locals with any nutrition advice, health issues such as poor sleep, menopause, weight loss and diabetes.
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Following an investigation by detectives from the Met’s East Area Command, Eden was charged on 26 January with Stalking. He was remanded in police custody for court and later put on court bail to attend on the 17 April at Romford Magistrate’s Court where he was found guilty for stalking.
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Two Havering Sixth Form staff members were invited to attend a fantastic garden party at Buckingham Palace in recognition of their hard work in running the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme for students.
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The essence of the ‘policy update’ on Home to School Travel for disabled children in Havering is not that of a “flexible”, “bespoke service”; it is simply about delivering a statutory service as cheaply as they can get away with.
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Great work by East Area police officers has seen the successful dismantle of a drug dealing ring that was using online messaging services for illicit activities
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He was very much respected and loved by all. He had a huge personality that would capture the room as soon as he entered it. His words provided peace and kindness to all in Havering. He was a real community champion who would never say no when asked for his support.
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Havering Friends of the Earth were present leading the way alongside Havering Cyclists, Havering Green Streets, Rainham Honey, and even the lovely Lola the owl from the Raptor Foundation.
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The new policy introduces flexible transport assistance options, to provide a more bespoke service to meet the individual needs of the children requiring support.
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