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Something’s Brewing: September 2026
It’s a new pub but with a mighty history - and it has the support of a West Ham legend as Phil Mellows discovers
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Tragedy of Aalim, 5, who died in a world of his own
The boy died after leaping from a Plaistow tower block window due to his inability to assess risk
Political row erupts over Newham neighbourhood leadership roles
The mayor wants to set up eight "community neighbourhoods" to help decision-making but has only offered leadership roles to his Labour colleagues
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Plans submitted for nearly 800 new homes in Stratford
The high-rise scheme would be the latest addition to the Stratford Cross development which currently includes offices, businesses and arts and culture venues
Newham’s opposition leaders won’t give Labour an ‘easy ride’
Leaders from the Newham Greens and Newham Independents groups speak to Nick Clark, Local Democracy Reporter, about holding the new council administration to account
Plans to more than double number of London Stadium concerts submitted to Newham Council
The Stratford venue only has permission to host ten non-sporting events per year but plans to increase this to 24
Awards for Maryland community group
Paul Clement on Maryland Ward Group early success
London City Airport says expansion would be ‘part of the East London growth story’
The Newham-based airport is on a PR drive as it bids to win approval for its controversial expansion plans
Grammy-Nominated Flutist Masterclass and Concert Comes to Royal Docks Silvertown This August
The historic Tate Institute in Silvertown opens its doors to world-class South Asian classical music presented by KalaSudha.
Kevin, the mighty mouse who roared
In his latest On The Ball column, Mickey Ambrose pays tribute to the football legend and national treasure Kevin Keegan
Something’s Brewing: August 2026
Phil Mellows on the role of the pub in keeping the kids happy during the holidays
Free car parking: a hard road ahead
Aidan White on the challenge of implementing a controversial campaign pledge
Work begins on Forest Gate cycle lanes
The new lanes are at the intersection of Romford Road, Upton Lane and Woodgrange Road reports Nick Clark, Local Democracy Reporter
Cut to sports events at London stadium but with “no impact” on West Ham matches
Stadium bosses want to increase the number of music events held in attempt to reduce losses reports Nick Clark, Local Democracy Reporter
East Ham pub up for rent after failed gambling venue bid
The Denmark Arms is being advertised to let at £125,000 a year
Beauty salon owner appeals for help as business costs escalate
The owner of Suli Divine Hair and Beauty Spa is asking Newham Council for help
Council considers axing ‘travel buddy’ scheme for children with Send
Town hall insists no child will be "left without appropriate travel assistance as a result of this review"
London Stadium costing taxpayers £19m each year – even before West Ham’s relegation
Stadium boss would “absolutely not” sign current deal with West Ham if it was on the table again but admits City Hall is now tied to for decades to come
Council launches parking review amid uncertainty over election promises
The review will look at how parking rules and provision currently work in Newham and what needs to change