Concert pitch: Hackney’s gig guide for July 2018
This month’s local live music listings ranges from the A$AP Mob to a pair of ‘howling’ violins, via indie-pop and free-jazz
Read MoreHackney Council denies claim of a ‘democratic deficit’ in bid to build on Clapton community garden
Town Hall’s application to create 11 affordable homes on Daubeney Road will go before a planning committee next week
Read More‘Secularist plot’: Controversy-hit Jewish school lashes out at Ofsted after ‘Inadequate’ rating
Yesodey Hatorah says watchdog’s report shows ‘disrespect for the Orthodox community’ amid calls from humanists for the school to be shut
Read MoreHackney brothers to ‘celebrate London’s gravel paths and dirt tracks’ in charity cycling event
Bike enthusiasts Andrew and Phil Diprose, who run The Ride Journal, are raising money for St Mary’s Centre
Read MoreHackney’s Caribbean elders join councillors to mark Windrush Day
Deputy Mayor Anntoinette Bramble hosted a Town Hall ceremony on 22 June for the 70th anniversary of the ship’s arrival in Britain
Read MoreRole models required: Council appeals for male volunteers to ‘inspire the next generation’
Town Hall wants men who love their jobs to take part in a special careers event in October
Read MoreLetter: ‘People don’t choose to teach for the thank you alone’
Hackney educator urges everyone to get involved in #ThankATeacher Day
Read MoreHackney Mayor says council payments are secure after reported data breach in nearby Islington
Islington Council asked for residents’ card details over email, according to BBC report
Read More‘Drag nuns on the 55 bus’: Special tours to uncover Hackney’s LGBT+ history
Queer Tours of London announces two interactive walks this month as part of the borough’s Pride 365 celebrations
Read MoreRashan Charles: Family slams ‘flawed’ investigation by police watchdog after accidental death ruling
Relatives say Independent Office for Police Conduct probe ‘felt predetermined’ and claim ‘evidence was excluded’
Read MoreDrawing back the Curtain: Landmark event to explore history of recently discovered Elizabethan playhouse
The Curtain Theatre was excavated just two years ago
Read MoreStoke Newington music venue Total Refreshment Centre issued with closure notice by council
Manager Alexis Blondel vows to ‘keep the ship afloat’ as events are put on hold
Read MoreRoad closures: William Patten pupils stage protest to mark Clean Air Day
Campaigners blast ‘unpleasant’ response from Deputy Mayor Feryal Demirci after she calls the demonstration a ‘publicity stunt’
Read MoreUnlock your child’s potential at your local Stagecoach School
Booking now for summer holiday workshop – limited places available
Read MoreDeputy Mayor scolds William Patten parents over pollution ‘publicity stunts’
Campaigners hit back at Cllr Feryal Demirci’s ‘ill-informed and personal attack on constituents’
Read MoreSwift action: New measures to ‘reverse decline’ of the species in Hackney
Council announces plans to build nests into new and existing housing to combat ‘habitat loss’
Read MoreLincoln Court: Government watchdog steps in over fire safety plans
Health & Safety Executive says re-cladding work will not start until it is satisfied that council contractor Wates is ‘compliant’
Read MoreTown Hall defends Marian Court publicity amid claims of ‘spinning the truth’ on housing
Homerton scheme means fewer social rent homes – but is this clear from council publicity?
Read MoreHackney Council to mount legal challenge against government over freesheet
Mayor Glanville said it is right to defend Hackney Today in court
Read MoreOne month until Africa Utopia comes to the Southbank Centre – check out the full programme
The festival runs from 19 – 22 July, features music, talks, food and fashion, and is headlined by Malian husband-and-wife hitmakers Amadou & Mariam
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