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This morning (Tuesday 03 August 2021), Neighbourhood Watch was re-launched on the Cathedral Estate. Gary and Natasha Francis, who spearheaded the re-launch, have written about how it came about.  ‘One good thing to come out of the Covid-19 lockdowns is the community spirit of the residents on

Hornchurch FC have announced details of the open top bus parade to celebrate their historic FA Trophy triumph. The parade will be held on Sunday 08 August 2021, starting at 2pm from the Hornchurch Stadium and heading towards St. Mary’s Lane. The route moves into central Upminster,

London Councils, who represent all of London’s local authorities, have recently lobbied the Government to give councils the power to enforce and issue penalties through civil powers, for speeding offences in roads with limits of 30mph or lower. In addition, councils also want the right to run

Havering’s Residents’ Associations (H.R.A), who the Upminster and Cranham Residents’ Association are members, have released a statement calling upon Havering Council to defend its’ Local Plan by seeking a Judicial Review of a Government Inspector’s instructions. Following the Inspector’s demand that Havering’s pending Local Plan must effectively

Havering Singing for The Brain 2020 (HS4B) are launching a new weekly musical and social group for people living with dementia and their carers from Monday 26 July 2-4pm at the Cranham Community Centre, 115A Marlborough Gardens, Upminster RM14 1SR. The HS4B team are looking forward to

With reference to our recent post on the latest Lower Thames Crossing consultation , as part of the consultation documents, Highways England have published a ‘Ward impact summaries’ document, which details the work intended for each council ward along the route, including Cranham and Upminster wards. Highways

The weather was kind for the Upminster Park Fun Day last Saturday (17 July 2021), in what was a welcome return for the event. With a wide variety of rides and stalls, the event was busy throughout the day. Thank you to everyone involved in organising and

A local unsung hero, Hornchurch’s David Spurdle, has announced his retirement, having been an integral part of our community for over 50 years. From starting as a Technology Teacher at Dury Falls School back in 1969, and later it’s Headteacher, some readers may also know Mr Spurdle