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Shrewsbury doodle boy Joe Whale to debut first major London exhibition

A teenager who once faced disciplinary action at school for sketching in class is set to unveil his inaugural major solo show in the capital this autumn. Joe Whale, aged 16 and based in Adelaide, Aus...

Hackney residents offered free coaching and half marathon entry in 2027 academy

A complimentary scheme is enabling residents of East London to accomplish the goal of finishing a half marathon. Submissions are currently being accepted for the 2027 HOKA Hackney Academy, an initiat...

Third phase of Hackney playground upgrades includes Clissold, London Fields and Millfields

Three Hackney parks could receive significant playground improvements following the launch of a new public consultation by the local authority. Hackney Council has opened consultations regarding plan...

Crouch End station closure in 1954 led to London’s longest nature reserve

The north London district of Crouch End frequently appears at the summit of surveys ranking the capital's most desirable areas to live, despite lacking its own underground railway station. An examina...

Hackney’s Right to Grow scheme invites groups to transform unused land

A fresh initiative is enabling local people to establish community growing areas on previously unused council-owned land in Hackney. The local authority's Right to Grow programme offers collectives c...

Hackney retired teacher drives 1300 miles delivering medical evacuation vehicle to Ukraine

A former educator from Hackney has completed a 1,300-mile journey into a conflict zone to transport emergency medical transportation to Ukraine. Paula Smith, 59, undertook the expedition in August, n...

Free vintage London buses run heritage day on 106 route between Finsbury Park and Hackney

A heritage event celebrating the capital's iconic bus network will see vintage vehicles take to the streets on a historic route connecting north and east London. The London Bus Museum is organising a...

Bethnal Green to Cheshunt Overground shut two weekends with rail replacement buses

Autumn rail passengers should make alternative arrangements as significant engineering works are scheduled to disrupt weekend services on a key London route. Maintenance will be conducted on the Weav...

TfL urges parents to check children’s Zip Oyster photocards before new term

Families are being asked to verify that their youngster's Zip Oyster photocard remains current ahead of the autumn term. TfL is warning parents to submit fresh applications or extend current passes s...

Andy Burnham: former mayor to expand mayoral powers in constitutional reform push

Those chosen by voters can excel, perform poorly, or fall somewhere in between. The same applies to those holding mayoral positions. These officials possess the ability to drive meaningful improveme...

London’s Night Tube marks decade with 67 million passengers since 2016 launch

London's late-night rail service has hit a significant achievement, transporting over 67 million customers since its introduction ten years ago. The overnight Underground and Overground routes, which...

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood describes being stabbed on holiday

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has spoken about being attacked with a knife while on a break in Madrid. The 61-year-old performer and TV star discussed the frightening experience dur...

Campaigners celebrate as beloved Hackney paddling pool set for reopening

Activists are toasting success after Hackney Council gave the green light to revive proposals for bringing back a youngsters' splash pool. While London Fields' outdoor swimming facility draws plenty ...

London district wins top honours for green spaces in Green Flag awards

Hackney has secured its position as London's leading borough for parks, according to the latest Green Flag Awards results. The east London district has maintained its top ranking with an unprecedente...

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Shrewsbury doodle boy Joe Whale to debut first major London exhibition

A teenager who once faced disciplinary action at school for sketching in class is set to unveil his inaugural major solo show in the capital this autumn. Joe Whale, aged 16 and based in Adelaide, Aus...

Hackney residents offered free coaching and half marathon entry in 2027 academy

A complimentary scheme is enabling residents of East London to accomplish the goal of finishing a half marathon. Submissions are currently being accepted for the 2027 HOKA Hackney Academy, an initiat...

56 Hackney young people receive Jack Petchey Foundation awards at Town Hall

Fifty-six young people from Hackney were recognised at a ceremony celebrating their positive contributions to education and community life. The award ceremony took place at Hackney Town Hall and hono...

Joe Whale brings Ambassadors of Feeling exhibition with 22 new works to Shoreditch venue

Joe Whale, who gained recognition as The Doodle Boy during childhood, is set to unveil his inaugural major solo presentation in the capital. The exhibition, titled Ambassadors of Feeling, will occupy...