How an idea of note turned into a music group
Thanks to funding from his local ward forum, Gavin Birnbaum set up a local music group and workshop and now, almost one year on, people of all ages and abilities are dropping in to play. On 5 May, the Hobbayne Music Workshop will celebrate its first anniversary and is encouraging others to get involved. Gavin, 51, […]
Getting fit and doing good at the same time
If your new year’s resolution is to keep fit or volunteer to help others, then there is a website you could use to get inspired to do either of those things – or both. You might find what you are looking for on Bubble, the council’s website for community-led projects, funding opportunities and volunteering. See […]
Apprentices raise money for mental health
A group of enthusiastic Ealing Council apprentices teamed up to take part in a national apprenticeship challenge and collectively raised more £1,000 for charity. Each year, during National Apprenticeship Week, the council’s apprentices are set a challenge to ‘give back’ to the local community and this year they decided to raise awareness, as well as […]
RSVP and make a date to dance at the Hootie
The Hanwell Hootie is getting ever closer. It is only six weeks away now and the acts are being confirmed all the time. One of them, RSVP Bhangra took some time out to tell us how excited they were to be headlining the music festival’s new big top stage which can hold 2,000 people. You […]
Working together for Southall
A recent, wide-ranging operation responded to requests from residents by helping to make Southall safer and cleaner for all. The six-month operation looked at almost every aspect of life in the town centre that might need improvement including food businesses, beauty salons, shops selling alcohol, illegal traders, fly-tipping, and anti-social behaviour. By providing advice and support […]
Taking steps to safety on our roads
The number of people being killed or seriously injured on the borough’s roads is falling. Ealing Council is trying to make it fall further, and a trial of a new 20mph zone across Acton is one of its latest attempts. There were 63 people either killed or seriously injured on the borough’s roads during 2015, […]
How composting makes a natural feast
Composting is nature’s way of recycling. Not only does it get rid of unwanted waste, but at the end of the process gardeners also get a handy self-made product to help their plants grow. Because it is so packed full of nutrients, compost can be used to feed plants, improve soil texture and help your […]
Apprentice Jessica loves her job. Could you, too?
Doing an apprenticeship is becoming an increasingly popular route for young people to enter the world of work, especially the ability to earn while you learn. There are 194 apprentice placements at local businesses that need to be filled – with more about to be made available by Ealing Council, too. Making your way at the council More […]
Food: Lots on our plate
Ealing is a diverse borough and home to people from all over the world. The 3,178 food businesses that operate in it are no less varied – and the council’s food safety team works with a huge range of cuisines and companies. Local foodies might be interested to know that some of their favourite delicacies […]
Take a tour around new modular homes
An open day on Wednesday (8 March) gave people the chance to take a closer look at Ealing Council’s innovative development in Borders Walk, Hanwell. Thanks to everyone who came along. For those of you who could not make it, watch this video to take a tour around the new modular homes. Named Marston Court, […]
Spring into play time
It is play time across the borough this spring, with all kinds of fun play areas to explore. Some playgrounds have been given a makeover and a new one has been created on the site of an old RAF radio station. Our borough is known for its wonderful open spaces and, with around 120 playgrounds […]
Get your teeth into new skills at Ealing Bites
Fancy learning how to take great photos, become a craft beer expert or make some tasty handmade chocolate? Then you are in luck. Ealing Bites runs every week, featuring bite-sized talks and demos from local businesses on a range of subjects. As we reported last month, an empty shop unit next to the George and Dragon pub […]