A new series of monthly music recitals will launch at Holy Trinity Church on Hermon Hill this January

There was much excitement about recent sightings of otters in the River Roding. It was particularly astonishing given the state of the river, but is a reassuring sign of nature’s resilience, says Councillor Jo Blackman

Acting Inspector Reshma Sher shares how local Safer Neighbourhoods Teams are addressing South Woodford’s crime issues and encourages residents to help make a difference

South Woodford’s Repair Cafés will return in 2025

The Friends of Elmhurst Gardens are keen to boost community involvement and invite residents to join action days and special events in the park in 2025. Kathie Teahan reports

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

Residents have several options for disposing of real Christmas trees this January

Alerted to major bus problems by local campaigners, Calvin Bailey MP is taking South Woodford’s issues to Westminster. Residents affected by W14, W13 and W12 changes should now contact him, says Donna Mizzi

With otters recently spotted on a local stretch of the River Roding, Paul Powlesland – who founded the River Roding Trust five years ago – is looking for Woodford residents to become guardians of the river

Plans are being made to plant a replacement for Wanstead Park’s iconic map tree

Pearl Arbenser-Simmonds celebrates the completion of South Woodford’s digital Design Code and looks ahead to the area becoming London’s most liveable urban village

A permit parking consultation is underway for a number of roads in South Woodford

The company behind the redevelopment of Snaresbrook Station car park has issued an update

The Friends of Wanstead Parklands will host a New Year stroll in the park

Residents have until 5 January to apply to adopt a tree pit on their street

Redbridge Council has launched a public consultation on its first sustainable transport strategy

A PE teacher from St Aubyn’s School in Woodford Green represented England in the Women’s Masters Hockey World Cup

A fundraiser has been launched to support The Children’s Society after its South Woodford charity shop was closed for a week in November

Nominations for the Mayor of Redbridge’s annual community awards are open

Redbridge Council has confirmed Broadmead Road bridge will remain closed to cars for the foreseeable future

South Woodford resident Gina Wade started creating coloured-pencil drawings of pets and wildlife – including this festive Robin – during lockdown. Here, the Dutch-born artist explains how it all began

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

There’ll be plenty of festive cheer in South Woodford this November and December with plenty of events for all the community to enjoy. Kris Kringle reports

Jo Cullen from local solicitors Edwards Duthie Shamash explores employee rights in a redundancy situation, when you need to protect yourself from unfair treatment, discrimination and victimisation 

Adult mixed-voice chamber choir The Crofton Singers have entered their 77th year of music-making at Bancroft’s School. Chairman Greg Hartwell reports on a local choir with a rich history

Redbridge Council will host an online meeting to explain the condition of Broadmead Road Bridge.

His iconic designs may be popular around the world, but William Morris grew up in Woodford. With 2024 marking his 190th birthday, Emily Allen reflects on the life of an extraordinary artist

As the holiday season approaches, a group of passionate volunteer bakers led by Paul Canal and Sarah-Jane Hogg are gearing up to make a difference