Shamayam Hogan (aged 11) reviews A thief in the village book by James Berry
Category - From the Archive
October is time to bring the outside in. Cecilia Cran is potting her hyacinths indoors.
This August Newham Council held several community event days with the aim of giving residents the opportunity to interact with Newham Housing Services
October 2021 marks 34 years since Black History Month was first celebrated in the UK. It also marks the first anniversary of Newham Sixth Form College’s...
Known colloquially as The Rhubarb but officially titled The Railway Tree, this ten-meter steel structure was created by sculptor Malcolm Robertson to honour...
Black businesses play a critical role in the make-up of the British economy and the fabric of our society. Our reporter Lorraine Tapper talks to three local...
A young, Black, single mother is demanding that a Newham primary school explain why she was not told when an accusation of mistreatment was made involving her...
Some long term and lifelong residents believe the Corporation of London has viewed West Ham Park as serving the needs of its city.
Ever wondered what happens in West Ham Park after the gates are shut for the evening? Well the nocturnal animals come out to play, and recently over 100...
This month we focus on more of the winners in the recent ballot among Newham residents to select community projects and a share of the £800,000 provided by...
Black History Month is a time to recognise the contribution to the community and achievements of those of African or Caribbean heritage, while challenging...
Manor Park’s Community Garden which has just won new funding from the Council’s Community Assemblies, voted for by local residents.
Agewell is a group of nine (60+) people who meet regularly on a Friday afternoon and have a love for drama. This amateur not-for-profit, self-funded drama...
Despite resistance and opposition, Newham Council Cabinet has voted to close Newham City Farm, one of London’s oldest city farms.
A revolution in how tenants and residents have their say about housing and improving their neighbourhoods is on the way in Newham.
Dozens of protesters gathered at Stratford Town Hall on September 20 to express concerns about recent council decisions and lack of action.
Reflections on the poetic side of Newham life. This month we feature a poem by Peter Landman
I’m an incoming law undergraduate at the University of Cambridge, and I was born and raised in Newham.
This September marked the 25th year anniversary of Iroko Theatre Company
Plantain recipe courtesy Julia Omari
Remembering the Broadwater Farm riots and their impact will be the theme of this year’s Lucel Tate lecture at the Hibiscus Elders Community Centre in Stratford...
It’s not all home-made jam and cakes for the women of Forest Gate Women’s Institute.
It’s back to the studio for Newham’s Talking Newspaper volunteers. Zhenreenah Muhxinga reports
Two illegal car meets of up to 100 drivers at Beckton Retail Park and Royal Albert Way were shut down by Roads Traffic Police, Safer Neighbourhoods...
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