Children’s hospice appeals for volunteers for home visits
Volunteers for home visits to families of children being cared for by Noah’s Ark hospice in Barnet are urgently needed.
Wellness festival coming to east London
Ways to keep fit and tips on sustainable ‘recycle’ living can be picked up at a free four-day “wellness” event that opens at Canary Wharf on Wednesday (June 5).
The fire station marking 110 years since it's 'secret' opening
Hendon fire station - one of London’s oldest operating stations - has been marking the 110th anniversary of its 'secret' opening.
Space technology student to compete at global 'Skills Olympics’
A space technology student from Romford is competing in the international 'Skills Olympics' against 1,400 competitors from 65 countries.
Tugboat trips around docks to mark National BBQ Week
Summer sunseekers are getting a fresh take on barbecues using floating mini-tugs in the dock waters of Canary Wharf rather than their own back gardens.
The tiny dog bringing enormous happiness in a care home
Meet Reily, the little dog that’s been ‘hired’ for therapy sessions at a care home in Mill Hill.
Local moviemakers take on the world at Romford Film Festival
Moviemakers on low budgets from east London competed with directors from all over the world for accolades at the Romford Film Festival.
Surprise party for McDonald's staff member celebrating 35 years at restaurant
Customers and former staff turned up for a surprise party for Romford resident Barbara Whitmore, who has worked for 35 years at the Dagenham McDonald’s restaurant.
Learners make a splash for cancer appeal
Women who have recently learned to swim made a big splash in Barking in aid of cancer research with a sponsored swimathon involving 400 leisure centres around the country.
D-Day 80th anniversary to be marked with Hornchurch exhibition
Preparations are under way at the old RAF Hornchurch wartime air base ready to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
