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Transport for London (TfL) have announced that they are currently consulting with stakeholders regarding a proposal to withdraw Day Travelcards. Day Travelcards give unlimited travel on TfL services, subject to certain restrictions. Included in the proposals would be the withdrawal of Group Day Travelcards, Weekend Travelcards, the London

We have been contacted by a resident who lost a diamond ring in or around Aldi in Upminster on 18 May 2023. It is a family heirloom and of sentimental value. Anyone with knowledge of where it may be now please contact Cllr John Tyler on 07982

Just a reminder that following the end of May Bank Holiday (29 May 2023), refuse and recycling collections, including green bins, will be a day later than usual for the rest of the week. Please see details below.

It is with great sadness that we must announce the passing of our great friend and colleague, Councillor Linda Hawthorn. Linda passed away late on Friday night (19 May 2023), following a period of illness. Linda was a true servant to the people of Upminster, serving continuously

The long-awaited re-opening of Upminster Windmill has arrived! Following several years of extensive restoration work, the first open days will be on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 May 2023 from 10am-4pm. For further details see the poster below and to book tickets visit www.upminsterwindmill.org/ .

Liberty of Havering Outdoor Bowling Club is holding recruitment days on Sunday 21 May and Saturday 10 June 2023 between 11am – 4pm. Their sociable, friendly club is looking for new members, especially Ladies and they invite you to ‘Come & have a go’. Equipment is provided

Havering Council will shortly be undertaking overnight carriageway resurfacing work in Front Lane, between the junction with St. Mary’s Lane and just north of Ingrebourne Gardens. The works will take place from 7.30pm to 6am on Monday 15 to Friday 19 May 2023 (ending 6am on Saturday

With reference to our previous post highlighting Upminster Methodist Church’s open meeting to discuss how the Church can remain active and relevant for the next 100 years to be part of the local community, they are holding a follow-up meeting on Sunday 14 May 2023 at 10.00am

The Museum of Nostalgia in Upminster Tithe Barn, Hall Lane, Upminster RM14 1AU will be open from 10.30am – 4pm on two Saturday’s a month throughout summer 2023. For anyone who has never been there, the museum is well worth a visit. Entry is free but a

Many of our post boxes are capped by wonderful knitted covers at various commemorative times and other important events – This was particularly true during lockdown, when seeing these fantastic creations cheered many people up. They have again been in evidence in the lead-up to the King’s