Posts by Hackney Citizen
Hackney writer Jane Harris makes Orange Prize longlist
The Hackney Citizen catches up with local novelist Jane Harris, whose latest novel has been attracting the attention of awards committees
Read MoreHackney recycling – row grows over orange sacks
Environmental group raises concerns about move away from green box collections
Read MoreTrim the Barber – a cut above
The Hackney Citizen meets local band Trim the Barber, and investigates the acute moral sense which permeates their music
Read MoreFeel XO-nerated upstairs at XOYO
A newly transformed space at an established Shoreditch venue provides a refreshingly comfortable social experience
Read MoreHackney gang members convicted – 31 jailed following sting operation
Police set up fake fashion business to infiltrate the notorious Pembury Boys and Balance Boys Gang
Read MoreLondon Assembly member Andrew Boff to stand for Conservatives in council byelection
Conservative byelection candidate says ‘Hackney Central needs a councillor who is not just going to toe a party line’
Read MoreNick Clegg visits Hackney to speak with ‘heroine’ Pauline Pearce
Deputy Prime Minister says he is ‘honoured’ to meet the ‘Hackney Heroine’ ahead of council by-election
Read MoreHackney-based magazine makes DASH for fashion
Dalston resident NoéMie Schwaller launches new publication with an eye on print aesthetics
Read MoreBarrister Ben Hayhurst to stand for Labour in council byelection
Labour candidate for Hackney Central byelection says professional background helps provide insight into youth issues
Read More21 Jump Street – review
21 Jump Street’s undercover cops go back to school in this action comedy
Read MoreHackney designers – the best in the borough
Design aficionados Dezeen are showcasing a different local talent each day until the start of the London 2012 Games
Read MoreOlympic Torch route through Hackney announced
The One Hackney 2012 Festival will mark the Olympic Flame’s journey through the borough on Saturday 21 July
Read MoreEat yourself fitter with Honey Drizzle cooking school
Hoxton cooking school combines gourmet lessons with fitness and weight loss advice
Read More‘Hackney Heroine’ Pauline Pearce to stand in council byelection
The Liberal Democrats have chosen as their candidate for Hackney Central ward a jazz singer who came to fame during last year’s riots
Read MoreSomething fishy in Hackney
Hackney Friends of the Earth investigate the availability of sustainably-sourced fish in the borough
Read MoreAcademies fail to make grade on good GCSEs, study shows
New exam results analysis shows academies are not outperforming local authority schools – despite additional government funding
Read MoreBrother of EastEnders actress Gemma McCluskie charged with her murder
Tony McCluskie was remanded in custody at Thames Magistrates’ Court this afternoon
Read MoreThe Whores’ Asylum – review
Hackney author Katy Darby’s entertaining début novel is a page-turning romp inspired by 19th century literature
Read MoreWallis Bird: Wallis Bird – review
Award-winning Irish songwriter’s diverse collection of songs takes inspiration from Hackney, the 2011 riots and the challenges of success
Read MoreLiving the life of Riley’s
New bar and social club to open in Clapton
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