Gary’s match for Andrea.
When Andrea Pitty passed away at the tender age of 33, her family needed something to focus on to help
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Hospice short stories.
Here is the second instalment of the Saint Francis Hospice short stories. November: In May 1978, an imposing Victorian mansion
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Teens tee of for Saint Francis Hospice,
Four teenagers recently proved that you don’t need to jump out of planes, walk the Great Wall of China, or
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Dan runs around the world to raise money for cancer.
Last week Dan Thompson ran around Havering-atte-Bower as part of a campaign to ‘Run the World’ in a bid to
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Woman’s possessions go missing following house move.
A Havering woman has been battling with a removal company based in Rainham Road South to get compensation for her
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Calmness and care.
Having lived with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease for eight years, Kelvin Haddow is one of over 400 outpatients Saint Francis Hospice supports.
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How Saint Francis Hospice is adapting amid the pandemic.
When the coronavirus reached the UK in January, Saint Francis Hospice faced an enormous challenge. The team promptly put measures in
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Volunteering couple reach golden milestone.
In 1998, Sue and Pete Henwood moved a stone’s throw away from Saint Francis Hospice. Ten years after settling in the idyllic
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Series of short stories from St. Francis as they celebrate their 36th birthday.
Over the coming months, we’ll be running a series of stories from Saint Francis Hospice — going right back to
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Skip Atkins- a dedicated Saint Francis Hospice supporter.
Skip Atkins is one of Saint Francis Hospice’s most dedicated supporters. Skip’s connection with the charity began in 2015 when his
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Saint Francis Hospice celebrates 36 years!
A birthday to remember. Last year, Saint Francis Hospice celebrated 35 years with two volunteer thank-you events. During the summer,
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Molly shines in Jack Petchey award
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Jack Petchey Foundation has introduced the Community Awards. The honors recognise the outstanding achievements of
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Appeal: Wool needed to help raise money for St Francis Hospice!
Jan Smith is an amazing lady from Gidea Park. To help raise money for St Francis hospice she is currently
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Scarecrows decorate Havering-atte-Bower.
Amazing scarecrows can be seen all across Havering-atte-Bower. From Harry Potter to Henry the Eighth to Boris Johnson can be
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Londoners punished for doing the right thing.
Councillor Judith Garfield MBE, the Labour candidate for Havering and Redbridge for the London Assembly today writes in the Havering
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Micky’s cue to fundraise
When Jane Ambrose went to see her GP about a lump on her calf, she was told that she needed
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Stolen lorry dumped in Romford.
Police cordoned off parts Havering-atte-Bower yesterday following reports of a stolen lorry being found near the stables. Local residents reported
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Dave’s Ladies.
Though Saint Francis Hospice first opened its doors to the public in July 1984, the story begins much earlier: in July 1975.
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Frankie’s fun run
Steve Kirby was a gentle giant. At 6ft 5″, he towered over his wife, Tania a little over five feet
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Remembrance Services taking place across the borough this weekend
Residents across the borough are invited to gather at Remembrance services this weekend to honour those who have served their
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