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A £650,000 refurbishment is set to transform the gym at Harrow Lodge Leisure Centre next month, bringing state of the art equipment, a redesigned layout and improved accessibility for thousands of local members.
Residents are being urged to have their say on controversial plans that could see a huge data centre campus built on Green Belt land in Havering.
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In March, Hornchurch achieved significant wins, including a dramatic debut goal by D. Poleon. In the Premier League, Wolves celebrated a historic victory, while teams like Newcastle and Tottenham faced challenges. The week’s flops were highlighted, featuring underwhelming performances by several high-profile players.
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A Collier Row man has spoken of his distress and anger over the treatment his elderly mother has received while being cared for at Queen’s Hospital.
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Hackney Wick drew 1-1 with Romford after an 87th-minute penalty from Romario Gittens equalised Flynn Hamilton’s 74th-minute opener. Romford squandered multiple chances, while needing to convert draws into wins to maintain their position.
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The Metropolitan Police Service alongside Havering Council, Youth Unity, local partners and residents have officially launched the Build phase of the Our Harold Hill – Clear Hold Build project — marking the next stage in a twoyear programme that has significantly reduced crime and strengthened community resilience across Harold Hill.
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The International Women’s Day Celebration at HASWA on Wednesday 4 March was a joyful and unforgettable event, easily the best one yet. Well done to all the amazing ladies at the Havering Asian and Social Welfare Association, in Elm Park, led by Manjit, who put on this incredible event yesterday, Wednesday 4 March.
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Havering residents were once again queuing across supermarket fuel stations yesterday as petrol prices rose sharply across the borough.
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Harold Hill’s crime fightback has been hailed as national best practice after two years of relentless work by police, partners and volunteers that has transformed the area.
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Proactive patrols and swift work by Havering officers have led to a man being arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs after a stop in a Hornchurch car park. The arrest came as neighbourhood teams carried out high visibility policing in the town centre, demonstrating their continued commitment to tackling drug dealing and keeping local communities safe.
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Ramesh Lal, a Hornchurch businessman, has been suspended by Archery GB for over 17 months following a dispute with a coach. This suspension, affecting his mental health, has barred him from training or competing in archery.
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A Fairytale Comes to Life at Romford Town Hall as Havering’s Mayor Hosts Magical Princess Ball and pure joy filled Romford Town Hall on Saturday as Havering’s fantastic Mayor, Councillor Sue Ospreay, transformed the historic venue into a breathtaking fairytale setting for a magical Princess Ball for local children.
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Following concerns raised at a meeting in Harold Hill this week about the lack of public toilets across the Hilldene shopping area, the Havering Daily looked at access to toilets across the borough. What we found highlights a growing problem for residents struggling to find basic facilities when out and about.
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On the 23rd of February 2026, the government released its long-anticipated SEND White Paper. The White Paper sets out proposed changes
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United in Football and Basketball returned this February half term to deliver another highly successful series of free sports sessions for young people across the local community.
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Residents in Harold Hill are raising growing concerns over the lack of public toilet facilities, with some elderly residents saying they are being forced into humiliating situations simply because there is nowhere else to go.
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A much loved local institution in Harold Hill is set to close its doors temporarily, marking the end of an era for generations of residents who have grown up with their local chippy at the heart of the community.
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Romford staged a valiant comeback to draw 3-3 against SOUL Tower Hamlets after twice trailing by two goals, with Flynn Hamilton scoring a last-minute penalty to secure the point.
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Havering Green Party have launched their “Change for the Better” campaign for the May 7th local elections, fielding candidates with a strong mix of experience, local knowledge and community commitment in every council seat.
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Police are investigating after a 13-year-old boy was allegedly robbed at knifepoint in a shocking daytime incident in Union Road, Romford.
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