Wanstead Park’s bluebells have emerged and should remain on show into early May

A controversial plan to build two blocks of flats on part of Snaresbrook Station car park has been approved

In the second of a series of articles marking Woodbridge High School’s 85th anniversary year, headteacher Steven Hogan reflects on the school’s history and former headteachers

Some South Woodford scribbles from DD, our resident diarist, commentator and observer of all things local. Illustrated by Evelyn Rowland

In the first of a series of articles featuring the images of local photographers who document the wildlife of Wanstead Park and the surrounding area, Alessandro Riccarelli presents a montage of his shots of a kestrel in flight

Derek Inkpin from local solicitors Wiseman Lee looks at the concept of private nuisance and reflects on a recent court case which determined Tate Modern’s viewing platform invades the privacy of nearby flats

The Epping Forest Heritage Trust will host a guided walk through Wanstead Park in April

An open table initiative at Holy Trinity Church offers a free hot meal to anyone in the community

Over-55s poetry group the Redbridge Rhymesters will be joined by pupils from Snaresbrook Primary School at their meeting in March

James Bradley and four other South Woodford dads are set to take on the Three Peaks Challenge in June, fundraising for the aftercare of 11-year-old Connie Campbell, who is recovering from cancer surgery

The organiser of an annual cake sale and garden party in aid of Haven House has appealed for volunteers

Tatiana Bazilevich fled Ukraine following Russia’s invasion a year ago. In South Woodford, she found peace and quiet for her son to continue his education. She is grateful for all the support they have received and is now looking to apply her corporate skills in a new field