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We are a news website for the London borough of Barking and Dagenham published by not-for-profit social enterprise Social Spider Community News. Visit barkingstar.co.uk for the latest news!
Government funding boost for local hospice charity
The boss of Saint Francis Hospice says the £300,000 capital funding is welcome but that more long-term funding is still needed for the sector
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Government funding boost for local hospice charity
The boss of Saint Francis Hospice says the £300,000 capital funding is welcome but that more long-term funding is still needed for the sector
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February 9, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Major £1.3m refurb planned at Barking Sporthouse
New and refurbished soft play areas and trampolines are set to arrive this spring thanks to investment from operators GLL
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February 9, 2026 at 8:36 AM
Dagenham man who played 'extremely loud music' told to pay £2,000 by court
Peter Hewit repeatedly breached the terms of a noise abatement notice issued by Barking and Dagenham Council
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Dagenham man who played 'extremely loud music' told to pay £2,000 by court
Peter Hewit repeatedly breached the terms of a noise abatement notice issued by Barking and Dagenham Council
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February 6, 2026 at 11:21 AM
Government cash boost gives council financial 'breathing space'
Recent review of funding offers cash-strapped Barking and Dagenham Council £10m more than expected
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Government cash boost gives council financial 'breathing space'
Recent review of funding offers cash-strapped Barking and Dagenham Council £10m more than expected
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February 4, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Beavers and white storks to help 'rewild' Dagenham
The two species had both been extinct in Britain until relatively recently but could soon be seen at nature reserves in the borough
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Beavers and white storks to help ‘rewild’ Dagenham
The two species had both been extinct in Britain until relatively recently but could soon be seen at nature reserves in the borough
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February 3, 2026 at 7:37 PM