Hands Off: women speak out over Hackney strip clubs
A short documentary by filmmaker Winstan Whitter
Read MoreA Palace for Us
11am Wednesday 15 December 2010, Rio Cinema; and until 20 January 2011, Serpentine Gallery
Read MoreKen Livingstone joins Hackney anti EMA cuts demonstration
Students march from BSix sixth form college to the Town Hall to protest cuts to Educational Maintenance Allowances
Read MoreHow to have a green Christmas
Ways to enjoy a more environmentally friendly festive season
Read MoreBoxer, Beetle – review
Ned Beauman’s debut novel was shortlisted for the prestigious Guardian First Book Award. We talk to the man himself
Read MoreStrippers and vicar unite to fight cleanup campaign
Women’s groups in move to close down strip clubs, while vicar fears ban would leave workers in danger
Read MoreHackney TUC condemns council’s proposed ‘nil’ policy on sex establishments
Trade unionists vote unanimously against the Town Hall’s plan and in favour of protecting the dancers who work in the venues
Read MoreMan robbed on Regent’s Canal towpath
Police appeal for information on teenage attacker
Read MorePizza man targeted in snowball fight robbery
Police appeal for information on Hoxton attackers
Read MoreMystery band Santa Belles releases charity single
Plus the Urban Missfits Christmas party, Saturday 11 December 2010, The Victoria E8
Read MorePop your collier
Hackney’s finest metal workers talk craftmanship
Read MoreWW hosts Austerity Xmas BOGOF
10-19 December 2010, Wilson Williams Gallery E5
Read MoreHackney Ladies celebrate triumphant rugby debut
Millwall suffer a trouncing despite presenting tough opposition
Read MoreInterview: Mehmet Ergen
Founder and director of the Arcola Theatre discusses its latest ventures and plans for the future in its new Ashwin Street home
Read MoreThe Cradle Will Rock
A classic play from the 1930s is brought to life again at the Arcola
Read MoreCouncil’s controversial graffiti policy to be reviewed
After years of protests by locals over the destruction of much-loved street art, Town Hall now says it is “listening and learning”
Read MoreTackle climate change in Hackney? Yes, we Cancún
The local Friends of The Earth group explains how
Read MoreCharity for homeless forced out
Rhythms of Life appeals for blankets and bedding for those in need whilst seeking a new home for itself
Read MoreMother hopes for son’s last Christmas behind bars
Campaigners believe Sam Hallam to be innocent and that the police inquiry into his case will result in his murder conviction being overturned
Read MoreLetter: Sex establishments – the other side
Thoughts on the council’s proposed policy of ‘nil’ licensing from a local resident
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