Posts by Hackney Citizen
How the Berlin Wall became a catalyst for creativity
After the Fall at Red Gallery revisits the unique art and dance music scene of post-Wall Berlin
Read MoreVa-va zoom! Photomonth is upon us once more
What self-respecting photography lover would look further than East London this month?
Read MoreFree school reveals plans for derelict Hackney Central Police Station
The Olive School proposes to refurbish the Grade II listed police station and construct a three-storey block in the back yard
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: East End designers go back to the 80s
Nostalgia for the decade of Dallas and denim jackets was a recurring theme for East London designers at London Fashion Week
Read MoreUsing my religion: the making of Chewing Gum's Michaela Coel
Star’s strict religious upbringing on an East London estate proved the catalyst for her new TV comedy in which nothing is off limits
Read MoreTeenage singer-songwriter wins Boris Johnson’s busking competition
City Academy student Josh Tenor walks away with youth prize at Mayor of London’s Gigs
Read MoreFears government-backed postgraduate loans will leave students out
George Osborne has surprised students by announcing plans to bring in postgraduate loans but there are important caveats
Read MoreEast London to host two alternatives to the London Film Festival
The London Fields Free Film Festival and Let’s All Be Free return this month
Read MoreAcoustic Sundays are 'invigorating the community' with sweet music
Acoustic gigs on the first Sunday of each month showcase the talents of local musicians
Read MoreLeader — More power to our elbows!
In the space that’s left between the state and corporate interests, action by local residents can still influence decision-making by both
Read MorePlans unveiled for ‘dramatic’ makeover of the Narrow Way
Multi-million pound overhaul will improve road surface and improve ‘perceived conflict’ between cyclists and pedestrians
Read MoreArt Licks Weekend returns to champion independent gallery scene
Arebyte, Doomed and Transition Gallery are among the galleries taking part in three-day festival across East and South London
Read MoreTitbits — CGI suits, targeted tweets and skeletons in the shadows
The council asks for men’s views on shaping the borough while tiny little corporate people sip champers on Regent’s Canal
Read MoreHackney New School and Sixth Form – a school focused on music
Hackney New Sixth Form is completely committed to ensuring outstanding progress and achievement for all students
Read MoreMan charged with murder of Moses Fadairo
Christopher Erunse will appear in court charged with the murder of young father shot dead on Chatsworth Road
Read MoreKeeping up with Owen Jones – new patron of Hackney law centre
The activist journalist knows the key issues inside out – but what will he bring to his new role?
Read MoreSaved! Rich Mix is no longer under threat of closure
Future of arts organisation secured after financial dispute with Tower Hamlets Council is resolved
Read MoreChatsworth Road shooting: man named locally as Moses Fadairo
Second man arrested after 25-year-old shot dead in middle of busy market street
Read MoreMan shot dead in broad daylight on Chatsworth Road
Man arrested after 25-year-old shot dead outside butchers in Clapton
Read More‘Disgusted’ Jules Pipe blasts City Hall’s intervention in Goodsyard scheme
Hackney Mayor says decision to bypass local authorities shows ‘complete contempt’ for local businesses and residents
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