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Romford Boy, 16, Charged With Murder After Fatal Woolwich Shooting of 14-Year-Old
A 16-year-old boy from Romford has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Eghosa Ogbebor following a fatal shooting in Woolwich.
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Kosho Reunion Day Party Returns to Romford for Emotional Tribute Event.
The iconic Kosho Reunion is set to return on Saturday 11 April 2026, bringing back the music, memories and atmosphere that defined a generation of clubgoers. Hosted at Jukebox LDN in Romford, the day party runs from 4pm to 10pm, with an after party planned for those who can keep the energy going.
Mind Havering, Barking and Dagenham launches ‘Thorpey’s Bat and Chat’ to support people’s mental health through cricket.
A mental health charity in Havering, Barking and Dagenham has launched 'Thorpey’s Bat and Chat', a new programme using cricket to help people improve their mental health and wellbeing.
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Boxing, Football and Fun as Harold Hill Families Turn Out in Force for Community Day.
Yesterday a special family fun day was held in Central Park in Harold Hill, organised by My Ends Partnership. The day saw activities such as football, boxing, food stalls and face painting, bringing together families from across the community for a day of fun and connection.
Are You Dirty or Lazy If You Say No Then Don’t Drop Litter.
As the school holidays draw to a close, parks across Havering may finally get a moment to recover. For weeks, as temperatures rose and families quite rightly made the most of our green spaces, a different and far less welcome trend has been left behind. Rubbish scattered across grass, food packaging...
Romford Beaten In Drab Affair
In a lacklustre match, Buckhurst Hill defeated Romford 2-0, securing vital points in the Essex Senior League. Buckhurst Hill dominated, scoring both goals in the first half through Nathan Sollosi and Arthur Massingham. Romford struggled offensively and remains in a precarious position as other botto...
It Begins Again- First Rainham Fire as Havering’s Shocking Fire Record Emerges.
New figures have revealed the scale of grass fires across Havering, with one Rainham hotspot alone seeing repeated callouts and
“Use council’s purchasing power to better support local business” say Greens.
Councils from Preston to Islington are spending locally through procurement, boosting local business and increasing the council’s take in business rates. It’s part of a concept called community wealth building. The Green Party believes there’s more opportunity for this in Havering, says Mark W...
Labour delivers £30m ‘Youth Lates’ programme for young people in Havering.
Young people in Havering are set to benefit from a major new £30 million investment in youth services, as the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, launches the landmark ‘Youth Lates’ programme to bring high-quality youth clubs back into every community.
‘Our Town Hall Is Broken- Its Time To Restore Pride to Romford and Control back to Havering’.
"Havering is at a crossroads. Our Town Hall is broken. That’s why I believe local people in Romford must now rally behind Reform UK and give Havering a fresh start with new people in charge who will put Havering first."
Driving Economic Growth: The Financial Benefits of the East Havering Data Centre Campus
Cllr Graham Williamson has outlined the economic potential of the East Havering Data Centre Campus, which aims to create jobs, support local businesses, attract investment, and enhance financial benefits for residents and the borough’s prosperity.
Havering’s wildlife crisis exposed as nature quietly disappears.
Havering, one of London’s greenest boroughs, is facing a growing but often overlooked crisis as wildlife numbers decline and natural habitats come under increasing pressure.
‘Perpetrators of sexual violence in the UK are overwhelmingly white British men-stop the scapegoating’ Green Party candidate slams rhetoric over migrants.
In light of the heat that is being stoked and the division being stirred up here in Havering, it's important to make it crystal clear that the perpetrators of sexual violence in the UK are overwhelmingly White British men, not undocumented migrants.
From Rainham to Vegas young dancers chase once in a lifetime dream
A group of talented young dancers from Rainham and Dagenham are chasing a dream of a lifetime after earning the chance to perform on an stage in Las Vegas.
Havering heads to the polls but who will take control of the borough?
Havering is set to head to the polls on May 7 in what is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable local elections the borough has ever seen. With no clear frontrunner emerging, attention is now turning to what the political landscape could look like from May 8 and who will ultimately take cont...
Hornchurch Extrordinary Easter Passion Play Peformed.
Fresh images captured yesterday by photographer Peter Barrett reveal clear progress at the long-running Gallows Corner junction works, offering a renewed sense of optimism for drivers and residents alike.
Gallows Corner works enter final stretch as new photos reveal major progress
Fresh images captured yesterday by photographer Peter Barrett reveal clear progress at the long-running Gallows Corner junction works, offering a renewed sense of optimism for drivers and residents alike.
Meet This Month’s Dogs Searching for a Fresh Start
Two dogs at Dogs Trust Basildon, Misha and Buster, are seeking loving homes. Misha is an energetic nine-year-old Husky needing space, while three-and-a-half-year-old Buster requires patient adopters to help build his confidence. Both dogs deserve caring environments.
Have Your Say: Submit Your Questions for The Havering Daily’s Live Online Hustings
The Havering Daily is hosting a live online hustings on 15 April at 7pm, featuring representatives from local political parties to address community questions. This forum will focus on key local issues, allowing residents to engage and gain insights to aid their voting decisions. Questions can be su...
Goodbye Greenbelt – Hello ‘Greenwash’, Say Campaigners
Yesterday, Councillor Graham Williamson authored an article in the Havering Daily entitled, ‘Creating a Greener Future: The Ecology Park and Visitor Centre at East Havering’.