Christmas message: Here is to a happier new year for our hospitals
I just want to wish all the residents of the London borough of Ealing a very, very happy Christmas and a Happy New Year when it comes. Certainly, 2017 has been a challenging year and one of the big issues locally has been our saving our local hospitals. I’m very, very grateful for everyone who’s […]
Try your pharmacist first this winter, say doctors
With the weather having turned colder, and even snow appearing, people are recommended to seek advice from their pharmacist at the first signs of a winter illness, even if it is just a cough or cold. But if you do need the doctor, extra appointments are being made available. GP surgeries are particularly stretched at this […]
Christmas tree unveiled in Southall
A 24-foot Christmas tree has been unveiled in Southall, accompanied by an evening of carols and traditional fare; and the winners of a school Christmas card competition were also revealed. Among those attending the event was the mayor of Ealing, Councillor Simon Woodroofe, who turned the tree’s lights on with some help from one of the […]
Home delivery bringing good housing to your door
When it comes to housing you would be forgiven for thinking the council’s role was limited to allocating council homes, collecting rents and granting planning permission. Think again… Demand is very high for all types of housing and Ealing Council is fast becoming a major player in the local market, providing good quality homes to […]
The hut and forest school at the heart of a community
A recent celebration at a scout hut may have gone unnoticed by people outside of one part of Acton, but it marked a significant milestone in a volunteer-led, council-supported project that involved the whole community and could inspire others to transform a corner of their own neighbourhoods. Acton 14th Scout Hut in Rugby Road has […]
Winter is coming…and our competition is open
Our second Seasons of Ealing photo competition is now open. Entries were being accepted from Friday (1 December) and have already been coming in. There are some talented people out there. We wanted you to be inspired by winter and you have not let us down. By showing off something great in our borough you […]
Shipping container homes sail in to help homeless
Shipping containers have been ingeniously transformed into homes as part of a new block of temporary housing for people and families in need of emergency accommodation. Meath Court is due to get its first residents later this month after the launch on Thursday, 7 December. The development in Hope Gardens, Acton, consists of 60 self-contained […]
Christmas shopping supports our local businesses
It is Small Business Saturday tomorrow (2 December), when the whole country will be encouraged to do their shopping locally. In fact, the whole month ahead is packed with reasons to shop locally. When it comes to getting in the festive spirit and buying Christmas gifts, there is more happening on your doorstep than you might […]
Much more than words at our libraries
Our libraries are more than a place of books, computers and information; they unlock the joys of learning, foster friendships and provide social glue for a community – from the very young to the old. Giving someone the ability to read and a love of stories are wonderful gifts to give a child, and is […]
‘Apprenticeships work for everyone’ businesses told with days left of campaign
For the fifth year running, a ‘100-in-100’ campaign run by the council’s Ealing Apprenticeship Network has been achieving pledges from local businesses to create job placements. Only a few days are left for businesses to come forward to be part of it all. And young people are needed to fill the roles being created. Could […]
Around Ealing magazine – December 2017
Welcome to the December 2017 edition of Around Ealing magazine, writes editor Richard Nadal. Here is what to expect in this issue. It is a time for giving, so help yourself to a voucher on pages 16-17 for a free session at one of the borough’s leisure centres. You can also be generous too, by […]
Feel the winter snap and enter our next photo contest
After the success of our first Seasons of Ealing photo competition, themed around autumn, we are about to run a second. This time, of course, it will be all about winter. By showing off something great in our borough you could see your picture shortlisted and published on Ealing News Extra. The winner will, again, […]