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New bar serving theatrical cocktails opens at Crate Walthamstow

1 day ago | yourlocalguardian.co.uk | holly brencher

The Drift is the latest bar to open in the borough and wants to be more than just a bar by allowing people to "escape within". It is located within Crate Walthamstow, inside 17&Central shopping centre. The bar was opened by Marco Maiocchi and features 'mood-forward lighting, warm textures and minimalist design'. This is to create a "pocket of calm" for people to "sip, relax and enjoy great service".
Memorial held after 61 children's graves desecrated in hate attack at cemetery

1 day ago | kilburntimes.co.uk | holly brencher

The incident took place in April at Carpenders Park Lawn Cemetery in Watford, where 61 children’s graves in a Muslim burial area were vandalised. The attack was later confirmed by police as an Islamophobic hate crime. Councillors attended the memorial to pay their respects and support the families affected. Harbi Farah, cabinet member for safer communities, jobs and skills, said: "We promised that we would do everything we could to support the families.
Dog walkers sought for charity riverside ramble in Lewes

1 day ago | theargus.co.uk | holly brencher

The event will take place in Lewes on Sunday, June 8, starting at 11am by the riverside path next to Tesco, and will raise funds for NewstrAid, a charity supporting people in the UK’s news trade. Matt Cartwright, newspaper sales manager at The Argus, said: "There’s no better way to spend a Sunday than walking with your dog, enjoying the beautiful riverside and raising money for a great cause.
Thames Water reveals plans for new Teddington project to secure water supply

1 day ago | yourlocalguardian.co.uk | holly brencher

The Teddington Direct River Abstraction (TDRA) project, deemed of national significance by the Government, will provide up to 75 million litres of water each day during drought periods, safeguarding the drinking water supply for residents, businesses, schools, hospitals, and other essential services. The UK's largest water company will launch a 10-week public consultation on the project on June 17, 2025.
Stars announced for festival in memory of former S Club 7 member

1 day ago | hertsad.co.uk | holly brencher

Wider Load, made up of former students from Marlborough Science Academy, will take to the stage at the M Festival on July 5 in memory of Paul Cattermole, who attended the school in the 1990s and sadly died in 2023. A resident rock band and Britain's Got Talent semi-finalists Electric Umbrella will also feature at the event.
St Albans Folk Festival to feature Day of Dance and concert

1 day ago | hertsad.co.uk | holly brencher

The festival will run from Friday, June 13, to Sunday, June 15, offering a range of activities for all ages. Friday evening kicks off with a barn dance, informal music sessions at the Goat Inn, and singing at the Hollybush pub in Redbourn. On Saturday, the city centre will host a Day of Dance, featuring nine groups displaying various traditional dance styles.
Starlight Walk to see hundreds of people hit the streets

1 day ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | holly brencher

The Starlight Walk, organised by St Luke’s Hospice, will take place on Saturday, June 14, in Harrow and Brent. The event invites families, friends, and supporters of all ages to come together under the stars. Jo Pearce, director of fundraising and communications at St Luke’s, said: "This is going to be a magical night – full of energy, light, and love.
People exhibition offers tender glimpse into everyday Brighton

1 day ago | theargus.co.uk | holly brencher

Brighton portrait artist Melanie Hickmore is showcasing her latest series, People, at Neeko café on Duke Street in Brighton. People features a series of oil portraits painted on Japanese Awagami Washi paper, each depicting residents of Brighton in relaxed, everyday settings. Ms Hickmore said: "When we are relaxed, we show ourselves, naturally. "This is what we share with our loved ones.
Application to bulldoze farm for 30 homes in latest Havering planning round-up

1 day ago | romfordrecorder.co.uk | holly brencher

The application is one of the latest to be submitted to Havering Council, which we have rounded up below. The application for Mylands Farm in Havering-atte-Bower has been submitted, proposing the demolition of existing buildings to make way for the new homes, half of which would be affordable (ref: P0680.25). The plan also includes infrastructure and green space improvements, potentially impacting the borough's green belt boundary discussions. You can read more on this application here.
Harpenden pupils take a trip to the Amazon through immersive virtual reality

1 day ago | hertsad.co.uk | holly brencher

Year 4 pupils at Wood End School are among the first in the UK to try the Future Forests Toolkit, a new VR learning resource designed to bring environmental issues to life in the classroom. Developed in partnership by Avantis Education, creator of the ClassVR platform, and the Rainforest Foundation UK, the toolkit uses immersive technology to help pupils understand the impact of human activity on the natural world.