At the end of this month, the Wanstead Society will cease to exist. It’s a sad farewell from Scott Wilding, who writes his final article as chair of the group that has sought to protect and preserve our local area since 1997

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

Drivers in Wanstead are reminded to stay alert following the installation of new yellow box junctions on the High Street

Recent changes to local bus routes have impacted the lives of many Wanstead residents, none more so than Lucille Grant, who believes her health has suffered as a result of the stress caused

Members of the Wren Wildlife Group have been scything long grass in the Skylark nesting area on Wanstead Flats

A new mental health clinic will open in Wanstead this month

The George and Dragon pub in Wanstead will reopen in mid-January

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

2025 will mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and Calvin Bailey MP is calling for renewed dedication to preserving the hard-won freedoms secured by those who endured its horrors

Construction of the new Wanstead Leisure Centre is scheduled for completion at the end of 2025

The Katana served as the weapon of the samurai warrior and as such it is perceived to be sleek and ultimately lethal; today, this sword has evolved into a prized possession everywhere in the world.

The Friends of St Gabriel’s raised £14,672 in December