July 2008 News

Below are our news headlines for this month. You will find the full stories on the pages on the left or you will be able to link to other pages on our website to find out more.

Green Matters

A new recycling service is to be rolled out for residents living in high-rise blocks and estates across Hackney. More

Transport News

An outdoor catwalk show that put the spotlight on cycle fashion has won a top award. More

Education News

Children in Hackney will continue to benefit from exciting reading initiatives thanks to a major cash boost. More

Health News

A ground-breaking scheme where health and education professionals work together to improve children’s speech and language skills has been praised by the Government. More

News in Brief

Eleven people have been charged with the murder of 16-year-old David Nowak in Stoke Newington in December. More

Spice Festival 2008

Jam-packed with events: shows of every theatrical possibility, music to get you on your feet, exhibitions to feast your eyes on and comedy to have you rolling in the aisles. More

New Chapter for Dalston

Work to build a new library and public archive as part of a major development in Dalston is on track, with the state of the art facility due to open next summer. More

Money to Play With

The Learning Trust will spend over £2.5 million over the next three years to create 26 new or upgraded play areas across the borough. More

Get Ready for Tour de Hackney

Take to two wheels this summer and join Hackney’s first free borough-wide mass cycling event, set to take place in the run-up to London’s Olympic and Paralympic handover. More

Green Flag Status

There was celebration as seven of Hackney’s parks won coveted Green Flag status. More

Launch of Hackney Design Awards 2008

Hackney Council has started the search for the best designed buildings and spaces in the borough, with the launch of the Hackney Design Awards 2008. More

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Page updated: 5 Aug 2008