Posts by Hackney Citizen
Coronavirus: Arcola Theatre suspends all performances and appeals for donations
The venue in Dalston warns its future is at risk but says it is ‘determined to survive’
Read MoreFirst two coronavirus cases confirmed in Hackney but ‘risk to public remains low’
The borough’s director of public health says news was ‘expected’ and that people should continue with simple hygiene measures to help manage the spread
Read MoreTreasure trove of photos found at the Rio to go on show at Hackney Museum
Thousands of images of 1980s Hackney, discovered in the cinema’s basement in 2017, set to become a major exhibition
Read MoreMayor and campaigners urge schools in Hackney to apply for free period products
Nearly half of girls aged between 14 and 21 in the UK say they have missed an entire day of school because of their period
Read MoreMore than 60 street artists sign up for Shoreditch exhibition inspired by Ben Eine’s Big Issue takeover
Jealous Gallery to host two-week display featuring works included in Eine’s new guest edition of the iconic magazine
Read MoreNominate your unsung heroes for the Mayor’s Civic Awards 2020
The borough leader’s annual awards celebrate the people who ‘go the extra mile for their communities’
Read MoreAuthor Yael Breuer visits pupils in Hackney for World Book Day
The writer, whose book uses humour to teach Hebrew, spent time with students at Simon Marks Jewish Primary School
Read MoreSocial workers appeal to family of baby abandoned in Dalston to come forward
Six-week-old Edward is being ‘well looked after’ by foster carers, but a court ruling on his future care is expected by April
Read MoreFormer refuge for colonial ayahs in Hackney shortlisted for blue plaque
Series of events at Hackney Museum this weekend sheds light on the Indian nannies abandoned by British families after being brought to the UK
Read MoreTitbits – Trump fans and Diane’s plans
Read this month’s column that pecks at the crumbs of news in the borough
Read MoreLeader – Clipped wings
The Home Office could learn from Hackney’s handling of Windrush – now, after a very public snub, we’ll see if it really has the willing
Read MoreCouncil reveals plans for motorcycle parking charges as it tries to get a handle on pollution
Residents can have their say on the proposals, which would introduce permits for riders in line with cars that give out similar emissions
Read MoreTown Hall unveils new master plan to help ‘end rough sleeping’
Priorities include closer working with the NHS and housing services, as well as focused employment support for European nationals
Read MoreTown Hall to host free advice session for Windrush victims
Experts will be on hand to help residents affected by the scandal apply for compensation
Read MorePanto returns to Hoxton Hall after venue agrees deal with leading theatre company
After a break last year, the popular Victorian music hall is bringing the Christmas tradition back with a production of Sleeping Beauty
Read MoreOver 180 electric vehicle charging points to arrive in Hackney this year
Two thirds to be installed on lampposts to make use of existing power supply
Read MoreBeatrix Potter and War Horse among exhibits revealed for new-look Museum of Childhood
Bethnal Green institution closes for two years in May for £13m revamp, and has released more details of its future plans
Read MoreHackney pupils take on plastic pollution after learning about climate crisis
Students at Shoreditch Park Primary School have been exploring how to protect the environment – including making pencil pots out of plastic bottles
Read MoreCouncil’s new energy company to offer free home insulation to residents
Town Hall says scheme could lower bills and cut pollution in thousands of private and rented homes
Read MoreWork on new Cycleway between Lea Bridge and Dalston to begin this spring
First phase of project will also bring in traffic-calming measures, new pedestrian crossings and improved public spaces
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