De Beauvoir Town: A top London neighbourhood for 2026
Discover why Hackney's De Beauvoir Town has been named a top place to live. Residents reveal the secrets of its peaceful canalside charm and vibrant community spirit.
Discover why Hackney's De Beauvoir Town has been named a top place to live. Residents reveal the secrets of its peaceful canalside charm and vibrant community spirit.
A coroner has urged a property firm to act on damp and mould after an inquest into the death of six-month-old Abdullah Ali in Hackney. The family's flat had knee-high black mould.
The Hackney Empire's 2025 Cinderella pantomime delivers festive fun without its iconic dame Clive Rowe on stage. Read our review of this classy, family-friendly show running until 31 December.
Discover the hidden Hackney supper club where LEON reimagines its menu for a Middle Eastern feast. All proceeds support The Felix Project's fight against food inequality in London.
Discover London's next music stars at a free multi-genre showcase in Hackney. Featuring seven emerging R&B, pop and rap artists on 30th November. Don't miss this community event!
Labour-run Hackney Council petitions government for rent cap powers as borough sees 49% rent rise since 2010. Could this be the solution to London's housing crisis?
Discover Equal Parts on Hackney Road, a 5-star cocktail bar with atmospheric Edward Hopper-inspired decor and exceptional equal-measure drinks. Read our review.
Multiple London councils hit by a significant cyber attack, forcing IT shutdowns and critical threat level escalation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Liz Johnson Artur's new book PDA immortalises the inclusive spirit of Hackney's legendary queer club night through intimate photography capturing freedom and self-expression.
The family of Jason Scarfe, 56, are desperately concerned for his health as freezing temperatures hit London. Police urge anyone with information to call 101.
Barthimaus Ehiemere, 25, from Hackney, has been sentenced for grooming and raping boys as young as 12. Police believe there could be hundreds more victims and urge them to come forward.
East London's trendiest pub, the Spurstowe Arms, is taking over The Elderfield in Lower Clapton this December. Discover the plans for this new venture and what it means for the local community.
Over 1,500 residents petition Hackney Council to reopen roads closed by Low Traffic Neighbourhoods, as data questions their environmental impact. Discover the local divide.
Tilda Butterworth bought an old camera in a Hackney charity shop and discovered 10 undeveloped photos inside. She's now trying to find the family pictured in what appears to be early 2000s Christmas memories.
Hackney's Green mayoral candidate Zoë Garbett calls to dismantle the Met following a damning report revealing systemic racism. Discover the findings and political reactions.
A Hackney landlord failed to overturn a £14,000 rent repayment order for running an unlicensed HMO. The tribunal rejected his hardship claim after he revealed owning a £1.4m home. Read the full details.
Fabio Coelho, 40, stole lawn balls, scout badges and sunglasses in Wilmslow vehicle thefts. The Hackney man received 25 weeks in prison and a 5-year ban from Cheshire towns. Read the full story.
A person has been hospitalised after a stabbing on Ridley Road, Dalston. Police are investigating the broad daylight attack which occurred near the busy market. Get the latest updates.
Moses Meisels received a suspended sentence after HSE found serious safety failures at a Hackney synagogue site where a man's body was discovered. Learn more about the case.
Hackney Council apologised and paid £1,000 compensation after suspending a vulnerable resident's care payments without a backup plan. Learn more about this complex social care case.
A revolutionary pizzeria in Hackney has beaten all competition to claim the coveted title of Britain's best pizza restaurant in the 2025 Top 50 Pizza guide, surprising food critics nationwide.
Discover the vibrant culinary scene of Hackney with our expert guide to the area's must-visit restaurants, from hidden gems to celebrated hotspots.
Beloved bakery and restaurant Pophams in Hackney announces Christmas closure, leaving London food lovers devastated as it prepares for final service on December 24th.