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Quick Police Action Leads to Arrests in Hornchurch Courier Robbery
On Saturday, 24 January, police received reports of a courier robbery on Harwood Avenue, Hornchurch.
Jasper’s sport report covers the football matches from 17th to 19th January 2026, highlighting notable games, results, and implications for teams, while previewing key upcoming fixtures in the league.
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Reform GLA Member Keith Prince has received Transport for London’s latest update on the long-running works at Gallows Corner, as residents continue to face major disruption with no clear dates yet confirmed for a phased reopening.
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Gallows Corner has become a source of ongoing frustration for Havering residents, with roadworks remaining far from completion and disruption continuing months longer than expected. Originally scheduled to finish in September last year, the project has been delayed leaving residents and local businesses struggling with congestion and limited access.
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Bird flu has been detected in the Harrow Lodge Park area, prompting Havering Council to issue advice to residents and park users. Havering’s parks team has confirmed it is working closely with DEFRA and warning notices have been placed around the park, urging visitors to take precautions to protect themselves, their pets and other birds following the discovery
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Signature Senior Lifestyle is proud to announce the opening of Signature at Hornchurch in June 2026, bringing a new benchmark of luxury living,
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A man has been found guilty of 17 shoplifting offences across Hornchurch and Elm Park and sentenced to 12 weeks’ imprisonment, following extensive work by local police.
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Hornchurch residents say enough is enough as road works on North Street and Station Lane continue to cause daily chaos across the area. Traffic is at a standstill for long periods, with drivers facing heavy congestion that is spilling into surrounding roads and residential streets.
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Will Gallows Corner be ready in time? That is the question many Havering residents are now asking as frustration and cautious optimism collide.
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Sport Report highlights recent football matches, including draws for Hornchurch FC and Newcastle United, Kasey Wooster’s interview expressing loyalty to Newcastle, and prominent player performances amidst AFCON impacts.
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Work is continuing at the Gallows Corner junction, with contractors progressing through the next phase of improvement works aimed at easing congestion and improving traffic flow at one of Havering’s busiest road networks. The project, which has caused significant disruption for motorists in recent months, remains a key priority due to the junction’s importance for travel across Havering and neighbouring boroughs.
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A new off-licence has been given permission to open in Hornchurch despite the council receiving ten initial objections writes Sebastian Mann, local democracy reporter.
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Havering Council is set to trial a new low-cost parking scheme in Hornchurch in a move it says will boost
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This week’s sport report highlights significant football results, including Arsenal’s second loss, Hornchurch’s struggles despite staying on top, and thrilling matchups in the Premier League, revealing teams’ inconsistent performances.
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Retail businesses in Hornchurch Town Centre like others up and down the country is under pressure from changing shopping habits i.e. online purchasing, a tightening of belts and the ever-present curse of shoplifting. The last thing we need would be a proliferation of shops closing.
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A Romford mother has spoken of her fear, shock and dismay after her teenage son and daughter were mugged at knifepoint in Hornchurch last Friday afternoon.
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Havering Council has formally approved a pilot scheme to change charges at Fentiman Way and Appleton Way car parks, following Cabinet discussions and a summer review. The changes are designed to test whether different pricing will boost footfall and support local businesses.
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This week’s sports report covers Hornchurch FC’s 5-0 defeat to Worthing, dropping them to third in the league. In the Premier League, Manchester City’s dramatic win over Leeds stands out, alongside key matches involving Newcastle and Fulham. Hornchurch rebounded with a 4-0 victory midweek, returning to the top.
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A local Hornchurch business has taken a powerful step to support public safety by installing a community-access defibrillator outside their building. Richard Reece, from Allan Reece Associates, made the decision after being deeply moved by the tragic story of teenage boy Jamie Rees, whose life may have been saved had a defibrillator been available sooner. Jamie’s story has since led to national awareness and the incredible work of the OurJay Foundation, which campaigns for publicly accessible defibrillators to prevent similar tragedies.
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Fears are growing that a controversial application for a new quarry in Havering will soon return to the Council’s Planning Committee. As opposition to the scheme intensifies among residents of Hornchurch and Upminster, local MP Julia Lopez has once again submitted representations to Havering Council’s Director of Planning, setting out serious concerns about sand and gravel extraction at Rainham Lodge Farm.
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