Landlords plead guilty to overcrowding offence after fatal fire
Two Shadwell landlords have pleaded guilty to nine housing offences after a fatal flat fire sparked an investigation by Tower Hamlets Council.
'I'm in the right role': Disabled man on helping others after facing discrimination
A disabled man who says he has faced discrimination has spoken of his role helping people as an advocate in Redbridge.
The Caribbean food business which has racked up 1m likes on TikTok
A small business selling Caribbean food in Ilford has gone viral on TikTok, with the page racking up 1.3 million likes in six months.
Redbridge partners with Uber to bring new electric vehicle charging points
Redbridge has partnered with Uber to install electric vehicle fast charging points in 2024.
'He's a good egg' - Teen gets award nod for community volunteering
A modest teen known for helping out in his South Woodford community has been put forward as a nominee for a Young Citizen award.
Porsche driver ordered to pay fine after dropping cigarette
A Porsche driver who dumped a cigarette out of the window whilst driving in Dagenham has been ordered to pay a fine.
Three arrested and vehicles seized after harassment reports
An anti-harassment operation was carried out in Newham over the weekend after complaints from residents about the harassment of females.
Police station reopens after 'worrying' closure
The leader of Barking and Dagenham Council has welcomed the reopening of Dagenham East Police Station after saying its closure has worried residents.
Music festival explains location switch for 2024 event
We Are Fstvl has explained the reason for moving the 2024 event from Upminster to Central Park, Dagenham.
Work starts on latest phase of 10,000-home development
The Barking Riverside regeneration has had further progress as Bellway has started work on another 167 homes.
