Community
19/11/2020
The Food Store – Tower Hamlets first healthy affordable food store is open for families in need
The Food Store opens its doors in Limborough Gardens, Tower Hamlets. The first of its kind in the borough; the pilot scheme enables eligible families to shop for their groceries at a fraction of the price.
Read More28/10/2020
School Streets – Masjid Lane Road Closure
From Monday 2 November, Masjid Lane will be closed to traffic at the times below:
Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Morning: 8.30 – 9.15am
Afternoon: 2.45 – 3.30pm
26/10/2020
Aberfeldy residents launch two new businesses in the area
Leon Herbert was born and raised in Poplar, and has lived in the Aberfeldy area since the age of 14. In his adult years he’s lived in a few other places, but told us “something always pulls me back”. He and childhood friend Joshua Martin have recently opened two new exciting businesses in the area.
Read More23/10/2020
Keeping our community safe with Crimestoppers
If you’re concerned about knife crime in your area, there are things you can do.
Read More21/10/2020
Aberfeldy residents vote yes to regeneration
On a 91.1% voter turnout, 93.1% of residents have voted in favour of regenerating their area of the Aberfeldy Estate.
Read More13/10/2020
Community Alcohol Partnerships Survey
Community Alcohol Partnerships (CAP) is conducting a survey to find out about residents' experiences of young people drinking in public places in Tower Hamlets.
Read More12/10/2020
Keeping safe during fireworks season
We love fireworks season, but it comes with its dangers. Check out our top tips on how to help keep your community safe during this period.
Read More30/09/2020
Asma’s Make and Mend workshops
Poplar resident, Asma Begum, is making use of her experience and love of textiles, crafts and upcycling to provide FREE, weekly Make and Mend workshops for the local community.
Read More29/09/2020
Poplar HARCA Cafés – cafes for the community
Let us introduce you to your soon to be new best friends: Poplar HARCA Café Chefs Ollie and Vanessa.
Read More28/09/2020
Coronavirus Covid-19: Play area safety
Most of our play areas are now open again, however it is not possible to guarantee that equipment is clear from COVID-19. Please follow this safety guidance so that we can keep these spaces open.
Read More18/09/2020
Aberfeldy Street paving the way for retail revival
3 new businesses will be moving into rent-free retail units on Aberfeldy Street as part of a new business development scheme, START HERE.
Read More08/09/2020
Young people shine through Music Survival
Our youth service, Spotlight, is known for its state-of-the-art music space and studio sessions, but this summer they took it to the next level.
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