Dementia awareness for all generations
Thanks to advances in medical science, people are living much longer than previous generations. Babies born now are expected to live 10 years longer than those born in the 1950s and 60s and we are increasingly seeing people reach their 100th birthday. Although that should be a cause for celebration, it does mean more people […]
Making food fun with ALFIE
School pupils and their families are reaping the rewards of a fun programme that champions healthy food and physical activity. You can watch a video of it in action. Nearly a third of children in England aged between two and 15 years old are overweight or obese, according to a survey carried out by the […]
More sports facilities on their way to Gunnersbury Park
Community sport in Ealing has been given a major boost with construction work on a new multi-million pound Parklife Football Hub in Gunnersbury Park now underway. Councillor Julian Bell, Leader of Ealing Council and Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council marked the official start of the project by turning the first sod at Gunnersbury […]
Young stars shine in Ealing’s Got Talent
A school pupil won Ealing’s Got Talent for a song about the pressures young people face through social media. Ealing’s Got Talent is a borough-wide competition for schools organised by Ealing Council for students to showcase their skills in music, dance and drama. The competition theme was mental health and emotional well-being, because YoungMinds estimate that, […]
Remembering a local hero for his ‘conspicuous bravery’
On 13 August a paving stone will be laid in Spencer Road, Acton W3 commemorating the Victoria Cross awarded to local hero Robert Spall a century ago for his actions in the First World War. Every recipient of the Victoria Cross (VC) is remembered with a commemorative paving stone which is laid on or near […]
Peabody selected for big Southall regeneration scheme
A new housing scheme for Old Southall will bring 474 new homes, half of which will be affordable housing. Following a competitive tender process, Peabody was selected by Ealing Council as the developers for ‘The Green’. The new development will bring improvements in the quality of public space, supporting and enhancing ‘The Green’ district centre […]
Join over 1,800 local households and save money on solar panels
More than 1,800 households across the borough have registered for Solar Together London, a council-backed scheme that can save you money and help the environment. Why not join them? Solar Together London is a scheme approved by Ealing Council, working in partnership with the Mayor of London. The idea is that, by grouping together, residents […]
It’s the age of aquarium at Hanwell Zoo
Some of the rarest species of fish on planet earth are making a splash at Hanwell Zoo after moving into the brand new aquarium over the summer. Proving popular with visitors since it opened, the aquarium boasts three tanks filled with around 100 fish from the Indian Pacific region including Denison’s barbs and Banggai cardinalfish. Zookeeper […]
Another step towards a better North Acton
People using North Acton Underground are benefiting from easier access to the station thanks to a brand new stairway, which is now in use. It features a smooth, even surface on the landings and safe textures on the stairs, is brightly lit at night, and most notably now provides a clear view from the street […]
Saddle up for more summer cycling
As the heatwave continues, so does our Summer of Cycling. It is a great time to get out and about on two wheels and get some fresh air instead of being stuck in traffic or on the tube in the heat. Summer cycling If you already cycle, why not come along to one of our Summer […]
Know your responsibilities when it comes to waste
Ealing Council is launching a major campaign to highlight how rubbish and bulky waste should be disposed of correctly in shared housing, HMOs (houses of multiple occupation) and flats. By raising awareness of the law for both tenants and landlords, the council aims to curb the rubbish and household items ending up on the borough’s […]
An APPLE a day
A local charity is working hard to help change the eating habits of children across the borough. APPLE, based in Acton, works with children and young people living in areas of deprivation or with those experiencing other difficulties in their lives. It runs a variety of creative or practical activities such as art and gardening […]