News for the community, by the community.
After the Covid-19 pandemic, many local shops across Havering have faced immense pressure. But on Hornchurch High Street, one beloved business continues to light up the community — quite literally — with a shop window that rivals some of London’s finest.
Havering’s Time 107.5, the local radio station, broadcasts its final show today, ending 22 years of community-focused programming and local engagement before rebranding to Nation Radio London.
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ust four months after its opening, Lumiere, the borough’s newest cinema, is already celebrating a significant level of success. Located on the site of the former Premier cinema, Lumiere has quickly established itself as a vibrant hub for the local community, fulfilling its promise to offer more than just a mainstream movie-going experience.
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Local beekeeper Bob Dillan started his journey in 2021 and now maintains eight hives, emphasizing the benefits of local honey. Unlike industrial methods, his practice promotes bee health and quality honey through natural behaviors. Bob fosters community support, sharing knowledge, and enhancing appreciation for local honey’s superior taste and health benefits.
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Romford welcomes a fresh wave of community fitness as former Gladiator Champion Weninger Irwin launches ‘Cool Rowings’ – a space dedicated to getting Havering active, healthy and full of energy.
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A local stage school has reached the finals of the World Dance Cup competition being held in Spain. Harold Hill’s Starshine Stage School dance group who competed in the World Dance Cup competition on Thursday in Burgos, last week, have made it to the finals!
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Havering has one of the highest rates of obesity in the capital—and it’s not getting better. Data paints a worrying picture:
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This year Thames Chase is celebrating 49 hectares of new woodland being planted across the Thames Chase Community Forest an area that covers 98 square miles including Havering, Basildon, Brentwood, Barking & Dagenham and Redbridge.
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Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch is CALLING ALL YOUNG DESIGNERS: YOUR COSTUME COULD BE ON STAGE THIS CHRISTMAS!
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On a hot and sunny Saturday, 28 June, Romford hosted its Pride Festival!
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Havering-based health champion and leading nutritionist Sharon Adkins and Clare Kelly from the Social Enterprise Happilife CIC have joined forces to deliver community wellbeing sessions through their “Soup & Social” initiative. Thanks to funding from The National Lottery, this partnership between Happilife CIC and SA Nutrition aims to bring practical, engaging health education directly into the heart of the borough in a friendly welcoming setting to community groups across Havering.
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Romford’s beloved local cinema, saved by a passionate community after Premiere closed its doors last August, has triumphantly reopened as Lumiere
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Alison, who lives in Elm Park, made a life changing decision in her 50s, she joined a circus! Since joining it has been one of the most rewarding experiences in her life, that has bought, fun friendship and fantastic new skills. Alison joined the Generation Circus and Can Do Circus Company
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Jon Gildersleeve has been recognised for his remarkable contributions to King George and Queen’s Hospitals Charity. His work, particularly with the Teddy Bear and Knitted Hearts appeals, significantly benefits patients and their families.
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Roald Dahl’s gruesome twosome The Twits bursts on stage at the Brookside Theatre in Romford.
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The 7th annual Eurasian Film Festival in London showcased diverse films from over 23 countries, featuring awards for various categories. It highlighted literature’s impact on cinema and included special recognitions, culminating in a transition in festival leadership.
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Havering Council raised the Progress Pride flag to celebrate the start of Pride Month 2025, emphasizing its commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality. Events will include participation in Pride in London and Romford Pride.
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Looking for a night of pure laughter? This farcical favourite delivers non-stop hilarity at the Queen’s Theatre.
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Time FM has achieved the highest average listening time of any UK radio station at 15.5 hours weekly, reflecting unheard listener loyalty and community connection.
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Residents can now experience running the council in “Budget the Borough,” an interactive simulation managing a £208.8 million budget, addressing challenges like funding gaps and service demands while affecting public satisfaction.
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