Walthamstow takeaway shut down after inspectors discover ‘large scale’ vermin infestation
A Chinese takeaway in Walthamstow was forced to close after the council discovered a “large-scale” infestation. Wong’s Chinese takeaway on
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Teenager dies in Walthamstow stabbing
Police are investigating after a fatal stabbing in Walthamstow last night. Officers were called at 9.20pm on Friday, October 23
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Supporters of Jamaican restaurant in Walthamstow save the day after theft threatened business
A much-loved Jamaican restaurant left struggling after its jerk pan was stolen has been saved after supporters raised thousands of
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Amended plan submitted for Mall redevelopment in Walthamstow
Plans to demolish part of The Mall in Walthamstow and build two enormous apartment blocks of more than 500 homes
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Thousands isolating from east London schools
Thousands of pupils and staff are now absent from east London’s schools because of Covid-19, an investigation reveals today. Almost
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New Covid-19 testing centre opens in Walthamstow
A new coronavirus testing centre has opened today in Walthamstow. The centre, which is appointment-only, is located on Linford Road
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Bars and restaurants in call to cancel curfew
East London bars and restaurants are calling on the Government to “cancel the curfew”, arguing it will not reduce the
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Waltham Council apologises after Bowie lyric artwork is washed off railway bridge in Walthamstow village
The removal of a beloved David Bowie mural sparked outrage this week. Waltham Forest Council has publicly apologised after handpainted
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‘Filthy’ Chinese takeaway in Walthamstow shut down by council
A rat-infested Walthamstow takeaway has been shut down by the council. Environmental health officers from Waltham Forest Council visited Welcome,
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New Walthamstow restaurant granted alcohol licence despite residents’ objections
A high-end Italian restaurant has been granted an alcohol licence – in the face of a threat of protests outside the
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