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Late Penalty Denies Boro Maximum Points
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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‘Our Harold Hill’ Launches Build Phase After Two Years of sustained Crime Reduction and Community Driven Progress.
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 strengthen...
Havering Council Administration Announces Launch of Borough’s First Citizens Panel
Havering Council plans to establish its first Citizens Panel to enhance resident involvement in local decision-making, following initiatives aimed at improving community engagement and transparency.
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HASWA Women Shine Bright: A Celebration Full of Laughter, Dance and Inspiration for International Women’s Day.
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, W...
London Sees One Rape Reported Every Hour As New Figures Reveal Scale Of Violence Against Women.
Havering Records 16 Rapes In January, just how safe are women? We are repeatedly being told London is one of
Queues Return To Havering Petrol Stations As Prices Rise Campaigners Warn Of “Opportunistic Profiteering”
Havering residents were once again queuing across supermarket fuel stations yesterday as petrol prices rose sharply across the borough.
Could Luna, Marley and Max Be Your Perfect Match
Three spaniels at Dogs Trust Basildon seek loving homes. Luna, a gentle five-year-old, and brothers Marley and Max, aged four, thrive on companionship and stability. They require understanding owners to adjust and bond.
Council strongly opposes Government’s proposed London Emergency Housing Package
Havering Council strongly opposes the Government's proposed London Emergency Housing Package, arguing it would harm local infrastructure and democracy. The measures threaten essential funding and centralise planning powers, ultimately compromising accountability and community needs.
Havering Campaigner Marks Rare Disease Day-A Moving Tribute to Families.
Rare families have to be nothing short of incredible 28 February marks this year's Rare Disease Day. A disease is classified as rare when fewer than 1 in 2,000 people are affected. 70% of rare disease begin in childhood and 72% are genetic.
Havering Police’s Fantastic Clear Hold Build Hailed National Best Practice After Achieving Outstanding Results Across Harold Hill.
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.
First Ever Fantastic All-Female Emergency Response Team Covers Havering to Mark International Women’s Day.
East Area Police marked International Women’s Day with a powerful and historic moment as a fully female Emergency Response Team covered the borough for the first time and it was truly amazing.
Liberty Flowers: Forty Years of Blooms and Smiles in Havering.
For over 40 years, Liberty Flowers, based in the Mercury Shopping Centre in Romford, has been adding colour, fragrance and joy to homes and events across Havering. This family-run florist has earned a reputation for its exceptional service, attention to detail and stunning floral arrangements that s...
Tube Riders Confront Powerful New Message from Animal Justice Project
Animal Justice Project has launched a major London Underground advertising campaign calling to end pig farming.
Two Women Stabbed in Hornchurch as Police Arrest Three Women.
Two women were stabbed in Hornchurch on Thursday morning and three women have been arrested in connection with the attack. Officers quickly attended a property in Michael Gardens at 09:38 on 26 February, where the victims sustained injuries that police say are neither life-threatening nor life-chang...
Owners of The Pompadours Pub in Harold Hill Told To Clean Up Or Be Prosecuted.
Havering Council has served a Section 215 Notice on the owners and occupiers of The Pompadours pub, on Edenhall Road, Harold Hill, requiring urgent action to improve the poor condition of the property, which has been negatively affecting the look and feel of the local area.
‘Alcatraz Fence’ Row Ends: Neighbours Relieved as Enforcement Action Upheld Over Unauthorised Works.
Collier Row residents are relieved and pleased after a long running planning dispute over a property in Carter Drive concluded with enforcement notices being upheld. Neighbours had previously alleged that building works continued despite council stop notices and that large perimeter fencing, which s...
Drugs, Cash and Phones Seized in Hornchurch Car Park Arrest.
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 t...
Hornchurch Archer Says He Feels “In Limbo” After 17 Month Suspension
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.
“Chaos, Camp and Comedy: Joe Orton’s Loot Will Blow Your Mind at the Queen’s Theatre”
Loot is a play that takes no prisoners. Shocking in its time, this intricately performed production is scandalously entertaining.
Fantastic Crime Prevention Event Held in Rainham as Police and Experts Unite To Beat Crime.
Saturday saw the first crime prevention event of the year take place at Rainham Tesco on Bridge Road, organised by Rainham Safer Neighbourhood Team in partnership with TVL and Biketrac. The event ran from 1pm to 4pm and attracted a strong turnout from local residents keen to learn more about keeping...