News archive
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Reaping the benefits of free mini-allotments
5th August 2008EC1 residents are reaping multiple benefits from free mini-allotments funded by EC1 New Deal for Communities (NDC) and local charity, the St Luke’s Parochial Trust.
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A new green lung in the heart of EC1
29th July 2008A refurbished park has opened in EC1, giving a green boost to the Finsbury area. Radnor Street Gardens boasts a new ball court, play area, lawn, seating and table tennis table.
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Giving boredom the elbow this summer
21st July 2008EC1 NDC has produced a 40-page guide called Summer’s here which contains dozens of fun ideas for things to do and places to go.
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EC1 project finalist for prestigious award
21st July 2008EC1 Connect, the community outreach project funded by EC1 New Deal for Communities (NDC), has been shortlisted for a prestigious Regeneration & Renewal Award.
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Feathered friends flock back to EC1 Summer Festival
9th July 2008Epping Forest Hawk and Owl Sanctuary caused a flap at the EC1 Summer Festival two years ago, when these commanding birds drew a rapt crowd.
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Stubbing out dependency, money wasting and ill-health
9th July 2008It’s over a year since the smoking ban, and more people are giving up the habit. EC1 New Deal for Communities funds a local Stop Smoking Advisor to support residents who want to give up every step of the way.
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Estate recycling now a permanent feature
25th June 2008Residents on four estates in EC1 now have permanent access to easy recycling.
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The right connections
11th June 2008More than 1000 EC1 residents have been helped by a flagship door-to-door community outreach service, according to a new report.
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Triple glory for EC1 Young Person of the Year
6th June 2008With an interview on national TV, a place on a prestigious programme that includes world travel and an audience with the Prime Minister and an EC1 Young Person of the Year award, it’s been a good couple of weeks for Michael Potten.
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History on your doorstep
6th June 2008Residents needn’t go far to find out about the history of EC1 and Islington now that the Islington Museum on St John Street has opened its doors.