New arrivals at the zoo include giant rodents
A pair of giant rodents have moved into Hanwell Zoo, along with a colourful flock of flamingos. Hydro and Tupi, who you can see in the picture, are capybaras – the world’s largest rodents. They have set up home in the zoo’s new South American space, which they share with three mara (the world’s fourth […]
Sky is the limit for football thanks to new pitch
This impressive new, all-weather football pitch and pavilion in Greenford was opened last week by Hayley McQueen of Sky Sports News. She was there (on 25 April) to check out the pitch and two-storey changing room pavilion at William Perkin High School in Greenford – along with Mayor of Ealing, Councillor Dr Patricia Walker. The […]
Why Foster Care Fortnight could change your life
Children come in to care for a range of reasons. They come from diverse backgrounds – some with more complex needs than others. Foster carers can make a genuine difference to their lives. Could you be one? Foster Care Fortnight starts next week and runs from Monday, 8 May to Sunday, 21 May. It is […]
Terror: Stay alert and help stop attacks, say police
With the recent terror attacks in London and Paris and arrests made in London this week, the police are asking residents to stay alert and vigilant. You may see or hear something that could be a vital piece of information needed to stop an attack. It could be out in the community, in your neighbourhood […]
Free compost, green living and nature walks
A giveaway of free compost will take place at Walpole Park in Ealing as part of a Green Living event. A number of events will also be held in the next month, to help you learn about the plants, animals and birds in our parks. The Green Living day on Saturday, 6 May will include seed and plant swaps, […]
Bands announced for Hootie – just days to go
With just days left until the fifth annual Hanwell Hootie music festival, the town is gearing up for a day of singing, dancing and head banging, and the bands are tuning up and packing their equipment. On Saturday, 6 May, Hanwell will be the place to be in London with more than 85 bands playing […]
Governors help schools and children thrive: Have you got what it takes?
Have you ever thought about becoming a school governor but wondered what it involved? You can find out all the facts and meet current governors at a special event. The information event will be held on Thursday, 4 May between 5.30-7pm at Ealing Town Hall and will be hosted by Ealing Council and the Governors […]
Could you join a ride to rebuild lives?
A local charity called EACH is offering you an opportunity to saddle-up and take one of its four places on a prestigious, 100-mile bike ride to help it rebuild lives. For the last 26 years EACH Counselling and Support, based in Hanwell, has been helping people affected by drugs and alcohol, mental health issues or by […]
Chariot races to a full restoration at Gunnersbury
A chariot once used by the glamorous and wealthy Rothschild family is to be restored as part of the wider conservation and development project at Gunnersbury Park. The Leche Trust has given a grant of £2,500 for the work on the Rothschild Town Chariot, which was always the star attraction for visitors at Gunnersbury Museum before […]
At risk of diabetes? Free health courses now available
Ealing Council’s leisure centre partner, Everyone Active, has teamed up with The Healthier You: NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme to run a series of free nine-month courses for local people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Sessions will start at Brent Valley Golf Course and Fitness Centre on 19 April; at Perivale Park Athletics Track on […]
How walking can put you on the path to a better lifestyle
Walking is an amazing – and easy – way to improve your health. This spring and summer, why not take advantage of our lovely parks and the milder weather to get out and join in an organised walk? Or perhaps you could just build more walking into your daily routine. There are 10 walks arranged […]
Daughter finds her father’s war medal on Ebay
The daughter of a First World War fighter-plane pilot accidentally found her father’s RAF war medal on the internet. Lieutenant Harold Wilfred Auerbach was from Ealing. He flew as a pilot with the Royal Flying Corps, the precursor of the RAF, between 1917-19; and he was awarded the Campaign War Medal. His daughter, Patricia Aubrey, […]