Author: Blake Foster

Environmental health officers have visited businesses across Havering to see if they are meeting hygiene requirements. Based on guidelines set by the Food Standards Agency, inspectors look to see how clean the facilities are; what food safety management procedures are in place and how hygienic food handling is. Ratings are then dished out from five to zero — with the higher score the better the result. Aardvark Nursery & Pre School at 80 Church Road, Harold Wood, rated 5 on June 17, 2025. Harold Park Service Station at Colchester Road, Romford, rated 5 on June 17, 2025. HES @ Engayne Primary School…

He now feels Royal Mail should be reprimanded “because they should not be able to treat people this way”. Amit Marwaha, who has lived with his mother in their Hackbridge flat for 20 years, said that since April, they have not received any NHS letters regarding urgent hospital appointments. Both rely on regular diabetes monitoring and hospital visits, but they say the missed appointments are piling up and putting their health at risk. Speaking to the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS): “She’s been missing her appointments. “That’s what’s really stressing me out,” he said. “I have diabetes, high blood pressure,…

The incident happened in St Nicholas Way just after 11.15am yesterday (June 26). Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a man injured. He was taken to hospital for treatment where his condition was assessed as non-life threatening. No arrests have been made as police enquiries continue. A  spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “On Thursday, 26 June at 11:16hrs police were called to reports of a road traffic collision between a bus and a pedestrian at St Nicholas Way, Sutton. “Officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service who treated the pedestrian, a 64-year-old man, before transporting him to…

Sounding good enough to eat, Deutzia ‘Raspberry Sundae’ is an attractive flowering shrub with graceful arching stems of blooms, impressing across the garden.   Available via the You Garden website for half price here, these fabulously coloured plants are so easy to grow and the You Garden team comments “everyone needs a Deutzia!” Producing masses of magenta and pink, sweetly scented flowers erupt in early summer and also draw the attention of pollinators and other beneficial insects to the garden. Easy to grow and low maintenance, Deutzia ‘Raspberry Sundae’ are ideal for both beginner growers and seasoned hands in the…

The disruption will affect services on Sunday only (June 29). Services will resume as normal on Saturday (June 28). We’ve broken down the changes so you can plan ahead.   Sunday (June 29): Engineering work is taking place between Hither Green and Petts Wood, closing some lines. Trains between London Charing Cross and Ramsgate and Dover Priory via Tonbridge will be diverted to run to and from London Victoria. Trains between London Charing Cross and Hastings will be retimed and diverted via an alternative route between London Bridge and Orpington. Trains between London Charing Cross and Sevenoaks will be diverted via…

The podcast host, ultramarathon runner, and reality TV star has turned motivational speaker for a spoken word anthem called Morning People. The track is a bold, synth-driven battle cry for better mornings, smarter sleep, and screen-savvy starts. From “check in with your breath” to “use your feet and “find your rhythm” Jamie delivers actionable advice designed to help a sleep-deprived nation build better habits. In a bid to help the nation “carpe the heck outta that diem,” the song comes with an animated lyric video full of dopamine-bright visuals, following an animated Jamie leaping into action. (Image: Joe Pepler/PinPep) The…

The message will come as part of a national test of the UK Emergency Alerts system by the government and mobile network operators. Emergency alerts is a UK government service that warns people when there’s a danger to life nearby. Gov.uk says: “In an emergency, your mobile phone or tablet will receive an alert with advice about how to stay safe.” Alerts will only be sent by emergency services, government departments, agencies and public bodies. How to avoid scams They will usually alert people to things like sever flooding, fires or extreme weather. Some people received emergency alerts from the UK and Scottish Governments back…

Taking place by the clocktower in the pedestrianised section of the Broadway, the event runs from 5pm to 10pm today (Friday, June 27). The Night Market is held on the last Friday of each month and offers a vibrant mix of activities, and the market is free to enter. You can get stuck in with an array of street food options, discover unique local artisan products, and enjoy a variety of craft beers and cocktails. All of this will be set to the backdrop of live music creating a lively and relaxed atmosphere perfect for unwinding. These events are organised by…

The store, located at 381 Croydon Road, will officially open its doors on Thursday, July 10, at 8am. The launch of the store will see a visit from Team GB’s Kate Shortman. (Image: Aldi) The launch will be marked by a visit from Team GB’s artistic swimming star and Olympic silver medallist Kate Shortman, who will help cut the ribbon. Besjana, the store manager, said: “We can’t wait to open the doors to the new store in Caterham. “It’s set to be a special day and having Olympic hero Kate Shortman join us will make it a morning to remember.” Kate…

Amid a summer of huge festival appearances, and an autumn tour of the US, the band have announced they will play the 1,500-capacity Electric Ballroom on July 17. It’s not the first time they have appeared at the venue, with one fan capturing a previous gig in 2022 when they released their self-titled debut album. Wet Leg play The Electric Ballroom in 2022. (Image: Wikimedia Commons) The band – made up of Rhian Teasdale, Hester Chambers, Ellis Durand (bass), Henry Holmes (drums) & Joshua Mobaraki (guitar, synth) – release their second album Moisturizer on July 11 and The Electric Ballroom date is an ‘outstore’…