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Hackney Gazette | News

Woman rushed to hospital after crash on major road

A woman has been rushed to hospital after a crash on a major road in Hackney.

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£1 Million Warm Fund offers free electric blankets and dehumidifiers to thousands

Thousands of low-income families across the UK could receive free electric blankets, microwaves and energy-efficient appliances, following the launch of a new £1 million emergency support fund.

Hackney Gazette | News

LIVE updates as police shut Hackney road after incident

Mare Street in Hackney has been shut this morning (January 30) after a police incident. Follow our blog for live updates.

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Islington Gazette | News

Man stabbed ‘in attempted phone robbery’ outside supermarket

A man has been stabbed in Islington during an alleged attempted robbery outside a supermarket.

Hackney Gazette | News

New Royal Mint £5 coin challenge that could win entrants £29k - can you solve it?

The Royal Mint has launched a new £5 coin, which forms part of a nationwide code-breaker challenge inspired by Sir Isaac Newton.

Hackney Gazette | News

Person found dead causing major disruption on London Euston route

A person has died after an incident, causing major disruption on the London Euston station line.

Hackney Gazette | News

London Underground: The weekend closures you need to know about

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (January 30 to February 1) and don't be caught out.

Hackney Gazette | News

The 9 famous faces to be honoured with new London Blue Plaques

9 famous faces to be honoured with new London Blue Plaques, see who.

Hackney Gazette | News

What is Messages? Spotify announces new feature for users (how to use it)

Spotify is launching a new Messages feature for users this week so they can share what they're listening to, including audiobooks, music and podcasts.

Hackney Gazette | News

M25 traffic STOPPED after car and motorbike crash

All traffic on the M25 has stopped after a crash between a car and a motorbike.

Hackney Gazette | News

Plan to use facial recognition in north London supermarkets slammed as 'Orwellian'

Facial recognition software will be introduced in Sainsbury's stores in Ladbroke Grove, Dalston and Camden Town to combat shoplifting and abuse of staff - but the move has been criticised by campaigners Big Brother Watch,

Hackney Gazette | News

Former Spandau Ballet star Ross Davidson found guilty of rape and attempted rape

Ross Davidson, or Ross Wild, performed in 2018 as the singer for Spandau Ballet, and has been found guilty of rape and attempted rape.

Hackney Gazette | News

Family devastated after 'fun-loving' dad found dead in Hyde Park on Christmas Eve

A family has been left devastated after a dad was found dead in the Serpentine Hyde Park on Christmas Eve.

Hackney Gazette | News

I’m a finance expert – this simple move could change your finances for years

I’m a personal finance expert – and this is the one surprising thing you should do that could transform your finances for years to come.  

Hackney Gazette | News

Woman dies as busy Shoreditch station shut for over an hour

A person has died after a medical incident which shut Shoreditch High Street station for over an hour.

Hackney Gazette | News

Martin Lewis reveals simple trick to slash home and car insurance renewal bills

Drivers and homeowners are being given a 'perverse' warning by Martin Lewis, who says cheaper doesn’t mean cheap, and millions are still paying too much

Hackney Gazette | News

Bust Shoreditch station closed after death - recap

Shoreditch High Street station was closed after an emergency incident today (January 28).

Hackney Gazette | News

Person dies after being hit by London-bound train

A person has died after being hit by a train by a London-bound train.

Hackney Gazette | News

Two stabbed, one shot and woman found dead in horror 24 hours in London

A horror 24 hours across London has seen two people stabbed, one shot and a woman found dead.

Hackney Gazette | News

Two Premier League footballers 'involved in three-vehicle M25 crash'

Two Premier League footballers, Wilson Odobert and Randal Kolo-Muani, are believed to have been involved in a crash on a Hertfordshire motorway.