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Former Grade II-listed library to be renamed

Newham Council seeks resident input to name Canning Town Old Library, to be transformed into a heritage centre by 2026.

Restoration delay to 15th century pub revealed - but new plans 'imminent'

The Old Spotted Dog's restoration and hotel development have not progressed due to Covid-19 effects, despite community interest and previous approvals.

Former Grade II-listed library to be renamed

Newham Council seeks resident input to name Canning Town Old Library, to be transformed into a heritage centre by 2026.

Restoration delay to 15th century pub revealed - but new plans 'imminent'

The Old Spotted Dog's restoration and hotel development have not progressed due to Covid-19 effects, despite community interest and previous approvals.
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#urban-development

Council advances green zone vision with cycle track opening near shopping centre

Stratford has opened a new 400-metre dual cycle track as part of transforming into London's first Green Zone.

Community hub with cafe and offices gets approval

New community hub in Manor Park approved by Newham Council, featuring a cafe, offices for local businesses, and outdoor event space.

Data centre which would heat 13k homes earmarked for approval

IDXS Limited's development of a data centre and energy centre in Canning Town aims to provide energy for homes and enhance community access.

Council advances green zone vision with cycle track opening near shopping centre

Stratford has opened a new 400-metre dual cycle track as part of transforming into London's first Green Zone.

Community hub with cafe and offices gets approval

New community hub in Manor Park approved by Newham Council, featuring a cafe, offices for local businesses, and outdoor event space.

Data centre which would heat 13k homes earmarked for approval

IDXS Limited's development of a data centre and energy centre in Canning Town aims to provide energy for homes and enhance community access.
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London council writes off 12.6m in parking fine debt

Newham Council has written off over £12.6 million in unrecoverable PCN debt from the past eight years due to extensive untraceable investigations.
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Restaurant and lounge could be turned into new homes

Populo Living plans to convert a restaurant into three flats in East Ham, addressing local housing needs.

Plan to transform Victorian house into 'co-living space' refused

The council rejected plans by Dilawar Properties due to concerns over room sizes, quality, and potential health impacts on future residents.

Empty high street offices could be turned into new homes

Proposed redevelopment plans to convert empty offices into 16 new homes along Plaistow's high street.

Restaurant and lounge could be turned into new homes

Populo Living plans to convert a restaurant into three flats in East Ham, addressing local housing needs.

Plan to transform Victorian house into 'co-living space' refused

The council rejected plans by Dilawar Properties due to concerns over room sizes, quality, and potential health impacts on future residents.

Empty high street offices could be turned into new homes

Proposed redevelopment plans to convert empty offices into 16 new homes along Plaistow's high street.
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Vandalised park toilets 'in disrepair' could be transformed into new cafe

The closed public toilets in Little Ilford Park are set to be replaced with a new cafeteria following community discussions, aiming to enhance public facilities.

Children's park play frame removed due to 'safety concerns' could be replaced

New play equipment proposed for Little Ilford Park aims to enhance children's play experiences after the removal of unsafe structures.

Vandalised park toilets 'in disrepair' could be transformed into new cafe

The closed public toilets in Little Ilford Park are set to be replaced with a new cafeteria following community discussions, aiming to enhance public facilities.

Children's park play frame removed due to 'safety concerns' could be replaced

New play equipment proposed for Little Ilford Park aims to enhance children's play experiences after the removal of unsafe structures.
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#east-ham

CCTV shows mother who left baby in shopping bag, police believe

A newborn baby, named Elsa by hospital staff, was found abandoned in a shopping bag in East Ham, London.
Police have obtained CCTV footage of a woman they would like to speak to in connection with the incident.

New restaurant set to replace shoe shop on high street

A shoe shop in East Ham will be transformed into a restaurant following Newham Council's approval.

CCTV shows mother who left baby in shopping bag, police believe

A newborn baby, named Elsa by hospital staff, was found abandoned in a shopping bag in East Ham, London.
Police have obtained CCTV footage of a woman they would like to speak to in connection with the incident.

New restaurant set to replace shoe shop on high street

A shoe shop in East Ham will be transformed into a restaurant following Newham Council's approval.
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#emergency-response

Rest centre set up for tenants after fire rips through Plaistow flat

A major fire in a block of flats in Plaistow sparked a swift emergency response, with 70 firefighters tackling the blaze and evacuating residents.

Police station blaze: Whole roof alight with crews set to fight fire 'into night'

200 firefighters are tackling a blaze at Forest Gate Police Station.
Road closures are in place and firefighters will be working into the night.

Rest centre set up for tenants after fire rips through Plaistow flat

A major fire in a block of flats in Plaistow sparked a swift emergency response, with 70 firefighters tackling the blaze and evacuating residents.

Police station blaze: Whole roof alight with crews set to fight fire 'into night'

200 firefighters are tackling a blaze at Forest Gate Police Station.
Road closures are in place and firefighters will be working into the night.
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Thousands of 'high risk' fire safety repairs not carried out, inspectors find

Newham Council received a C4 grading for severe neglect in safety and maintenance standards.

Major overhaul approved for Pontoon Dock DLR station with six new escalators

Pontoon Dock DLR station is set to undergo major upgrades to handle increasing passenger numbers and improve passenger flow.
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This derelict east London warehouse is being turned into an arts centre

East London's disused Victorian warehouse will become a community arts hub, fostering creativity and vocational training for local youths.

Three men stabbed at illegal rave

Three people stabbed at illegal rave in Newham.

Four men stabbed near restaurant

Romford Road in Forest Gate was shut for hours due to a stabbing incident involving four men near a restaurant.
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North v south in London foot tunnel row

Greenwich Council and Newham Council in a financial dispute over repairs to Woolwich foot tunnel under River Thames.

Repair works to Woolwich foot tunnel delayed as councils fight over paying bill

Greenwich Council faces delays in repairing Woolwich foot tunnel's northern lift due to a financial disagreement with Newham Council.

North v south in London foot tunnel row

Greenwich Council and Newham Council in a financial dispute over repairs to Woolwich foot tunnel under River Thames.

Repair works to Woolwich foot tunnel delayed as councils fight over paying bill

Greenwich Council faces delays in repairing Woolwich foot tunnel's northern lift due to a financial disagreement with Newham Council.
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Council warns it could go bust due to housing costs

Newham Council faces potential financial crisis due to escalating temporary accommodation costs, leading to the need for government assistance.

Aldi supermarket proposed for former Argos store

Aldi plans to open its first store in Newham at Beckton Triangle Retail Park, pending approval from Newham Council.

Curvy bridge at Royal Docks to be bigger and bolder

The new walking and cycling bridge at Royal Docks in East London will be larger and more expensive than originally planned.
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