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Disabled Hackney mum moved into cockroach-infested ‘house of horror’ with 2 daughters

A disabled mum says she is living a ‘nightmare’ as her home is infested with cockroaches. “I’m trapped here,” said Susan Oliver, before breaking down in tears. She added: “I’m sorry, I’m... Read more »
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EastEnders: The real life location in Hackney that was the inspiration for Albert Square

It’s one of the most recognisable patches of greenery on TV and has been the scene of many a Walford showdown. Albert Square is at the centre of the lives of the... Read more »

Hackney park to see £350,000 redesign of play areas

Children helped design new play areas as part of a £350,000 redesign at Shoreditch Park which aims to get them closer to nature. The popular open space where up to 150 children, aged... Read more »
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London floods: ‘Anyone got a boat?’ Streets in Hackney Wick turned into rivers by flash floods

The heatwave is well and truly over in the capital with some parts of London, including Hackney Wick, seeing dramatic instances of flash flooding. In a video shared online, the harrowing extent... Read more »

Historic Hackney church’s restoration given green light

One of the few Grade I-listed buildings in Hackney is getting a new lease of  life. Saint Michael and All Angels Church in Shoreditch is one of just eight buildings with the top heritage listing... Read more »
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London flooding: Hackney family devastated by severe damage to restaurant that ‘could have been fatal’

A family-run restaurant has been devastated by serious flooding after a torrential rainfall hit London this weekend. Nazar is a Turkish restaurant and takeaway on Well Street in Hackney . On Sunday,... Read more »
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London crime: Drug dealer who punched and stamped on Hackney dad convicted of murder

A drug dealer who punched, stamped on and caused fatal injuries to a Hackney father has been convicted of murder. Romayne Husbands, 28, was found guilty today (July 21) by a jury... Read more »

Hackney art installation to launch in Shoreditch

Ten UK artists have come together for the launch of a free open-air art installation in Shoreditch this weekend The event will take place at Boxpark and will see one-of-a-kind pieces of artwork transformed... Read more »
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Hackney, Islington and Tower Hamlets travel updates

We’ve rounded up traffic changes that might affect your journey this week. Hackney Paul Street, Shoreditch is closed due to roadworks until 24 July. Road closures are in action between Dalston Lane,... Read more »

Hackney Wick company raises thousands after unit vandalised

A community came together to support an independent Hackney vegan cheese business after ravers broke in and vandalised the dream kitchen they were building.  Couple Nivi Jasa and Angela Chou set up their artisan company... Read more »