Hamlet, Almeida Theatre, review: method and madness
The N1 theatre stages the tragedy with a variety of bells & whistles that make for a stylish production
Read MoreEduardo Paolozzi @ Whitechapel Gallery, review: Mixed media magnificence
The Scottish-born artist’s work covered an astonishing range of styles and media – our reviewer visited Whitechapel to take it all in
Read MoreRapist got married hours after horrific attack near Victoria Park
Derry McCann was released early from prison after being convicted for a similarly brutal attack in 2006
Read MoreNew film Century: 10 Women x 10 Decades to hit Hackney Central on International Women’s Day
A new documentary produced in line with the 106th annual celebration will be screened at the Hackney Attic on 8 March
Read MoreDalston’s Eastern Curve Garden under threat
Regeneration plans slammed as Town Hall launches consultation
Read MoreTitbits – procurement, pineapple on pizza, and a proud ‘kipper
Read this month’s column that pecks at the crumbs of news in the borough
Read MoreLeader – LD50 Gallery’s warped logic must be defeated by intellect, not bans
LD50’s guest speakers’ statements are repulsive and chilling, but while they remain on right side of law care must be taken not to martyr them
Read MoreSnap Crackle & Pop @ The Waiting Room, Stoke Newington, live review: Sapphire in the disco
Tokyo performer and producer Sapphire Slows caps off a night of ‘electronic eclecticism’ in Stoke Newington
Read More‘The high street is dying’: Stoke Newington traders slam ‘anti-business’ parking fines
Businesses warn they could be in ‘big trouble’ as TfL rakes in over £1 million in just three years
Read MoreEstate of mine: Hackney residents take charge in novel volunteering project
Members of the New Kingshold community explain to local MP Meg Hillier how they are taking matters into their own hands
Read MoreCouncil tax hike of three per cent voted through in Town Hall budget meeting
Adjustments pass with solid majority as council forced to swallow £14 million government squeeze
Read MoreRichard Mosse, Incoming at Barbican Curve: a shattering view of humanity and the inhumane
In the wake of the current migrant crisis, Richard Mosse’s new exhibition at the Barbican Curve gallery shares a new look at refugees, ‘through the eye of a missile’
Read MoreStokey Bears’ hygiene rating upgraded despite evidence of vermin
January inspection shows burger bar failed to deal with ongoing mice problem, after owner dismissed previous report as ‘council banter’
Read More‘Boris’ building: future on hold with owner and council in deadlock
Historic site in a state of flux despite council granting permission for development back in 2009
Read MoreHackney businesses slam ‘devastating’ rates hike at emergency summit
Local traders were supported by Town Hall bosses as they expressed fears over the ‘unjustifiable’ rise
Read MoreVIDEO: Anti-fascists clash with lone counter-protester at LD50 Gallery
The protest centered on the perceived threat to local minority communities from the coming together of ‘Nazis’ at the Dalston space
Read MoreWarming up the Wick: community’s charity coat rack heats up
A local project that provides free winter clothing is growing in popularity
Read MoreBenefactor of controversial LD50 art gallery denies interest or involvement in its activities
Brian Caffyn explained that he had made the loan to help his friend follow her art dream
Read MorePay what you want on selected items at GreatArt!
Kingsland Road art superstore presents never before seen AMAZING offers!
Read MoreTom Hunter: Living in Hackney and Other Stories
The renowned photographer, whose work is now showing at the V&A Museum of Childhood, spoke to us about his years in Hackney
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