Rent hikes - biggest threat to East London's independent businesses
Landlords demanding astronomical rent increases from small businesses are eroding East London’s communities and way of life. That’s the...
Clowns prepare for annual Grimaldi Service in Hackney
Dig out your squirty flowers and polish your red nose - a memorial service with a difference is coming to Hackney and clowning around is...
Ancient world and nature inspire talented jeweller
Jeweller Naomi Tracz is fascinated by the ancient world and enchanted by small shapes in nature. The mother of two has turned her hobby...
Italians flock to Newington Green for authentic home-cooking
A restaurant in Newington Green is serving up a slice of Southern Italy and it’s become hugely popular with London-based Italians....
The clowns are back in town
Dig out your squirty flowers and polish your red nose - a memorial service with a difference is coming to Dalston and clowning around is...
Step out for a Christmas Night in Stokey
Traders in Stoke Newington are pulling out all the stops for a festive late-night shopping event on Thursday December 13th and there’ll...
10 BENEFITS OF SUPPORTING INDEPENDENT BUSINESS
1. You can help build communities. Popping out to your local butcher, florist, restaurant or pub builds familiarity. It’s the way...
World-class magicians prepare to amaze at The Twisted Fork
The stage is set for a series of performances for adults by award-winning magicians at The Twisted Fork Magic Café. Dr Will Houstoun, a...
Shop local this Black Friday, and maybe every Friday!
Forget Black Friday – this week is Indie Week and small retailers say it’s much better for your soul! The Just a Card campaign have just...
Appeal for food donations following rollout of Universal Credit in Hackney
Demand for Hackney Foodbank could surge by up to 50 per cent over the next year, due in part to the recent rollout of Universal Credit....