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A new community centre has officially opened its doors in Gidea Park. The Dawoodi Bohra community of East London marked the occasion by hosting a fundraising and awareness event in support of Macmillan Cancer Support.
Residents and councillors celebrated the dedication of Reed Pond Walk Copse as Havering’s fourth protected Village Green, ensuring its preservation for wildlife and community enjoyment, while fostering local connection and appreciation for green spaces.
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Conservation Areas are areas which have been designated because of their special architectural or historic interest.
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Gidea Park, Harold Wood and South Hornchurch Libraries could have been saved by the HRA Administration and we tried our hardest, presenting petitions, but to no avail,” said Councillor Holt. “It’s the end of an era.”
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A shuttered library in Havering will be used as a base for a property developer, though the future of other centres remains unclear.
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From 10 March to mid-June, motorists at Gallows Corner junction on the A127 and A12 will face delays due to lane closures for flyover replacement works. TfL advises avoiding the area during peak hours; diversions will be in effect.
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“I am devastated to learn that despite overwhelming opposition from local people, Havering Council have still decided to close Gidea Park Library from 1st April 2025.”
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Havering Council has recommended closing three libraries—Harold Wood, South Hornchurch, and Gidea Park—due to financial strains. This decision follows public consultation and aims to save £288,000 annually. The closures reflect low usage and the need for substantial investments. Alternative services may be explored, but cannot replace statutory library provisions.
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A local florist from Gidea Park has thanked other small businesses in Havering who stepped in to support her after a large part of her Christmas stock was stolen by callous thieves.
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A piece of street art depicting three ostriches on a billboard in Gidea Park left Havering residents and journalists wondering if indeed Banksy had visited our borough yesterday. Sadly, he had not. However, the new piece of art at the start of Crossways did manage to brighten up people’s day.
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Residents of Havering were surprised by a striking art installation in Gidea Park, sparking speculation that it could be a work by elusive street artist Banksy. Featuring three ostriches on a billboard, the piece aligns with Banksy’s style, prompting excitement and mystery as the community awaits confirmation.
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My concern from talking to residents in Gidea Park and the surrounding areas is that this appears to residents as a foregone conclusion being explained to them, and secondly that the Council has not sent any written letters to local people and has said you need to pre-register online for the public consultation dates
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Residents in Gidea Park are hitting the streets with their litter pickers!
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The local library is not just a place for books; it’s a vital community hub where people of all ages come to learn, connect, and grow. Libraries provide essential services such as free internet access, educational programs, and safe spaces for children and teens. Losing our local library would be a significant blow to our community’s education and social well-being.”
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“We must fight these shortsighted plans to close our much loved libraries by Havering Council which will disadvantage local people.”
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The proposed closure of Gidea Park and Collier Row Libraries has sparked widespread concern amongst residents and stakeholders. With Andrew Rosindell M.P. lending his voice to the opposition, the pressure mounts on Havering Council to reconsider its course of action and prioritise the needs of the community.
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Armed police officers were present outside the Co-op on Brentwood Road in Gidea Park today at 11.40am after stopping a
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The expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) across all outer London boroughs has sparked a heated debate, with
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Witnesses reported seeing two males on Station Road in Gidea Park brandishing a knife yesterday afternoon. Police were quick to
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Talented Gidea Park Twelve year old creates computer game around his rescue cats.
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