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A view of a Greater Anglia train. Passengers can be seen inside the train through large windows. The train operators name has been printed on the side of the carriage.

Train line cable thefts cause major disruption

Passengers are still being warned to expect delays.

A file image of Colvestone Primary School, an old Victorian-style building with arched windows and two large green wooden doors with pillars at the entrance. In front of the building sits a black iron railing with a green and yellow tarpaulin banner reading 'save Colvestone Primary School'

Hackney groups bid to take over former school

Local residents and groups have announced their plans to repurpose the building as a creative hub.

A Boroughs United winner on stage at the Hackney Empire

Show that 'helps create unity' marks 25 years

Boroughs United aims to bring young people together to try to combat postcode rivalry.

William Hewes who has brown hair and a beard and is wearing a leather jacket in front of some light pink cherry blossom trees

Doctor asked for antibiotics eight times - inquest

William Hewes died at Homerton University Hospital after his meningitis developed into sepsis.

A photo of William Hewes. He has a beard and is looking directly at the camera with a necklace around his neck and wearing a white tshirt. A tree with pink blossom can be seen in the background.

Medics did not give antibiotics swiftly - inquest

William Hewes, 22, was said to have been fit and healthy before contracting meningitis and sepsis.

Pharrell Garcia is seen from the chest up wearing a white T-shirt. In the background are trees and clear patches of land with mountains off in the distance.

Boy, 16, found guilty of killing former friend

The teenager is convicted of manslaughter after stabbing Pharrell Garcia, 15, in July last year.

The White Hall Academy sign outside the school amongst some bramble and behind a green fence

Man arrested after schools receive 'email threat'

The Metropolitan Police is investigating after threats were made against schools.

Tree snapped on a residential street with red car in the foreground

Plea for doorbell footage after tree attacks

Residents say they suspect trees are being deliberately targeted on roads without CCTV.

A woman is perched on the handrail of a houseboat on the River Lea

Boat-dwellers fear review could end lifestyle

A review is being carried out into boating licences, which some fear will affect their way of life.