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Hackney Gazette | News

Amazon Fire TV Stick users getting on-screen warning amid fears of more blocked apps

Fire TV Stick users have discovered more blocked apps amid Amazon's continued crackdown on the use of illegal streaming devices.

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Hackney Gazette | News

Royal Mail delivery delays - how to find postcodes affected and claim compensation

Royal Mail reports delivery delays daily - find out who can claim compensation and the payment you receive if successful.

Hackney Gazette | News

Hundreds of new zero-emission buses to hit capital's streets

Buses across London are getting EV charging as part of a drive to cut tens of thousands of carbon emissions with plans to run on renewable energy by 2030.

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Hackney Gazette | News

Asda considers adding vending machines to shops to tackle shoplifting of items

Asda is drawing up proposals to add vending machines to shops to tackle shoplifting of certain items

Hackney Gazette | News

Microsoft to shut down Outlook app on Android devices in May - switch or be 'cut off'

Microsoft is set to fully retire Outlook Lite in May 2026 - see the exact date.

Islington Gazette | News

Meet the plumber named best in London who 'listens to customers' needs'

Louchavan Lemard, co-founder of PH247 Ltd, took home the title at The Plumber Awards 2026.

Hackney Gazette | News

London City Airport announces new round of local charity funding

London City Airport has announced it is granting an extra £36,000 to charities and community groups.

Hackney Gazette | News

RECAP after all lanes STOPPED on M25 near London following 'police incident'

All lanes on the M25 near London have been stopped and traffic is stationary following a police incident.

Islington Gazette | News

Islington strongman Musa sets world record after 90-day endurance challenge

Mehmet Musa a strongman from Islington says it is "a great honour" to have earned a world record with 90 days of endurance challenges.

Hackney Gazette | News

How to spot the Royal Mint coin selling for more than 500 times its face value

The 1982 Royal Mint 20p coin has sold for more than £100 because of a possible error when it was minted.

Hackney Gazette | News

Dan Walker accused of sexism, misogyny and bullying by ex Channel 5 co-anchor

Ex-BBC star and Channel 5 presenter, Dan Walker, faces an employment tribunal.

Hackney Gazette | News

Broadcaster Eamonn Holmes recovering in hospital after stroke

GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes is recovering from a stroke in hospital.

Hackney Gazette | News

School 'masterclass in skill, determination, and teamwork' yields sports success

Channing School celebrates a standout season as pupils excel in football and netball, securing titles, trophies and memorable performances across major competitions.

Hackney Gazette | News

UK leisure centre charity with 20 sites enters administration - one already to close

Fusion Lifestyle, which operates 26 leisure centres across the UK, has entered administration.

Hackney Gazette | News

Beauty chain to return to high street with 25 new stores after closing 150 last year

Bodycare collapsed into administration in September last year, forcing around 150 stores to close

Islington Gazette | News

Boy, 14, taken to hospital after 'assault' at park in Islington

A 14-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after emergency services responded to reports of an assault at a park.

Hackney Gazette | News

A Mother’s Day ride that showed what child‑friendly streets can be

Rachael Swynnerton n discovering the joy and confidence of family cycling in Islington, thanks to safer, child‑friendly streets that help more people travel independently.

Islington Gazette | News

Care home residents donate Easter eggs to children in hospital

Residents at Signature at Highgate care home in The Bishops Avenue donated eggs to young patients at the Whittington Hospital and Barnet General Hospital.

Hackney Gazette | News

All 40 of UK fashion retailer's stores could close this month amid administration

Administrators are set to review Quiz's remaining 40 stores in the UK and seven concession stores in Ireland at the end of April, according to reports.

Islington Gazette | News

Measles cases holding steady in some areas but rising elsewhere

Measles cases are stabilising in Enfield, but are rising in neighbouring Haringey and Islington, health bosses have warned