Upminster Windmill Opens Its Door This Weekend
Mark your calendars for today-Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May, because Upminster Windmill is throwing open its doors from 10am–4pm as part of National Mill Weekend!
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Save Our Salons! Hornchurch And Upminster MP Urges Salon Owners To Share Their Experiences Before Parliamentary Debate.
Hornchurch and Upminster MP Julia Lopez is urging local hair and beauty business owners to share their experiences ahead of a parliamentary debate she has secured on the growing pressures facing the industry.
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Olympic Gold Medallist Visits Her Former Upminster Primary School.
An Olympic champion rower visited a primary school in Upminster last month – and children had a chance to hold her gold medal.
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Upminster Rugby Club Score Funding For new Equipment.
Upminster Rugby Club under-15s have been awarded £300 by UK Power Networks – which will contribute to new kit and equipment.
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‘I Am Glad The Long Awaited Refurbishment of Gallows Corner Flyover Starts Now, Its Renewal Is Crucial To Ensure Safety And Efficiency Of Our Local Transport Network’.
The Hornchurch and Upminster Member of Parliament, Julia Lopez has spoken on the latest news of the much needed refurbishment of the Gallows Corner flyover.
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Upminster Windmill Seeks Volunteers To Help Preserve Local Heritage Site.
Upminster Windmill, one of Havering’s most iconic historical landmarks, is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join its dedicated team. Whether you have a passion for history, enjoy engaging with the public, or simply want to contribute to your local community, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a truly unique and rewarding project.
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Hornchurch And Upminster MP Hosts Fantastic Job Fair At The Queen’s Theatre.
Julia Lopez, the MP for Hornchurch & Upminster, hosted her 10th Jobs, Skills and Apprenticeship Fair at Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch, on Friday morning. The Fair was hosted in collaboration with the dedicated team at Romford Job Centre Plus and was the busiest ever with hundreds of attendees.
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Timeless Luxury: A Fashion Extravaganza at The Palms Hotel
Designer Victoria Amerson’s immersive fashion showcase, “Timeless Luxury,” will take place at The Palms Hotel, featuring a blend of haute couture and live performances. This three-day event includes a gala dinner, shopping opportunities, VIP parties, and celebrity guests, promising an unforgettable experience.
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Fantastic New Thames Chase Playground That Encourages Children To Nurture A Love Of Exploration And Nature.
Thames Chase Trust are thrilled to announce the opening of our new accessible playground at the Thames Chase Forest Centre, Upminster.
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Upminster Windmill Seeks Volunteers To Help Preserve Local Heritage Site.
Upminster Windmill, one of Havering’s most iconic historical landmarks, is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join its dedicated team
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Tackling Shoplifting Is A Priority For Police In Upminster.
Tackling shoplifting across Upminster is a priority for local police officers. Officers have been proactively working with local retailers to tackle the battle against thieves.
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Mayor of Havering Hosts Civic Dinner in Support of Local Charities
On January 31, 2025, Mayor Gerry O’Sullivan hosted a Civic Dinner at Upminster Masonic Hall to raise funds for Havering Mind and the Havering Association for People with Disabilities. The event featured fine dining, entertainment, and generous donations, emphasizing community support for vital mental health and disability services in Havering.
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Julia Lopez MP Joins Harold Hill Deer Aid Team To See The Fantastic Work They Do.
The group do an amazing job tending to local deer and wildlife when they get injured or stuck.
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Police And Firefighters Rush To Upminster After 60 Year Old Man Seen Walking On Building Roof.
A 60-year-old man, reported missing, was rescued from a roof on Station Lane in Upminster by firefighters using a crane ladder. He was taken to the hospital for treatment. Police thanked the local community for their patience during the road closures that occurred for safety during the rescue operation.
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Councillors and Mayor Visit The Palms Hotel as Revitalisation Work Continues
Havering councillors and the Mayor visited The Palms Hotel to observe its transformation into a premier destination. Hotel directors showcased upgrades, event spaces, and a sample menu from the Head Chef. The hotel aims to revive its entertainment legacy, hosting successful events and nostalgic nights, and enhance its appeal for locals and visitors.
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Hornchurch And Upminster MP To Host Jobs And Skills Fair.
Julia Lopez, the Member of Parliament for Hornchurch and Upminster, has announced she will be hosting her latest jobs, skills and apprenticeships fair during the morning of Friday 14 February at Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch.
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Romford MP Demands Accountability From Network Rail Over Environmental Destruction Along Push And Pull LIne.
Andrew Rosindell, Member of Parliament for Romford, has taken to the floor during Business Questions in Parliament to call on the Secretary of State for Transport to address the ongoing destruction of trees and vegetation along the Liberty Line by Network Rail.
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Hornchurch And Upminster MP Calls For Justice For Victims Of Rape Gangs.
Last night, my fellow Conservative MPs and I voted for a full national statutory inquiry into rape gangs.
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It’s a London Thing Presents: Golden Garage – Valentine’s Edition
Join the Golden Garage: Valentine’s Edition event on February 15, 2025, at The Golden Crane, Upminster, featuring top UK Garage artists like Scott Garcia & MC Vapour and others. The event runs from 2 PM to 8 PM, with tickets starting at £10, available on FIXR. Follow @ItsALondonThingOfficial for updates.
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Forthcoming Travelodge In Upminster Will Not House Asylum Seekers.
Travelodge’s Chief Executive has confirmed its forthcoming Upminster hotel will not host asylum seekers, after local MP Julia Lopez asked her to address residents’ concerns and all the speculation on social media about the purpose of the new site.
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