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I was terrified of dentists - now I've lost half my teeth and want to save the rest'

I was terrified of dentists - now I've lost half my teeth and want to save the rest'

Sarah Khan lost one of her front teeth while she was having a pizza with a friend last summer

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'Change in attitude' needed to improve accessibility on London's transport network, campaigners w...

'Change in attitude' needed to improve accessibility on London's transport network, campaigners w...

People with disabilities spoke out about their concerns at a recent forum in Hackney

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London named UK's loneliest place to live with 'worse social life than Nigeria'

London named UK's loneliest place to live with 'worse social life than Nigeria'

MyLondon spoke with Londoners who find it hard to 'even pin down family' to see

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Running the Hackney Half: 'It just feels like a really lovely day - I love the energy'

Running the Hackney Half: 'It just feels like a really lovely day - I love the energy'

24,000 runners are taking part in Hackney's eighth half marathon

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East London pub that's one of the last remaining 'traditional boozers'

East London pub that's one of the last remaining 'traditional boozers'

The pub still has a number of loyal regulars and the funeral for one was recently held there

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East London van owner slapped with huge fine council crush 2 of his vehicles

East London van owner slapped with huge fine council crush 2 of his vehicles

Redbridge Council's enforcement team captured footage of the van fly-tipping, which they were then able to li…

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'Not everyone is pro-monarchy': Newington Green Meeting House celebrates 'radical spirit' with al...

'Not everyone is pro-monarchy': Newington Green Meeting House celebrates 'radical spirit' with al...

The historic venue brought together republicans and monarchists last weekend for a slightly different take on…

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'Not my cup of tea': Coronation events garner mixed reaction at Hoxton Street Market

'Not my cup of tea': Coronation events garner mixed reaction at Hoxton Street Market

Traders complain about business being disrupted, but others say the celebrations brought the market to life

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'I don't think you need a coronation to bring the community together - but if it does, that's no ...

'I don't think you need a coronation to bring the community together - but if it does, that's no ...

A right royal celebration like no other was hosted by Chats Palace arts centre for King Charles III's coronat…

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The Huddleston: A centre without a centre

The Huddleston: A centre without a centre

The long-running charity is without a permanent home, and the Citizen visited to see a former member perform …

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Hackney brewery joins forces with refugee women to condemn government's illegal migration bill

Hackney brewery joins forces with refugee women to condemn government's illegal migration bill

Five Points and Women for Refugee Women release craft beer to inspire opposition to Whitehall's plans

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'This can't go on': Homerton residents call for safer crossings on road where two children were h...

'This can't go on': Homerton residents call for safer crossings on road where two children were h...

Two young children suffered minor injuries on Kenworthy Road last month, but locals said it was an 'accident …

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9 of Sicily's best beaches to visit this summer

9 of Sicily's best beaches to visit this summer

Looking for a great beach in Sicily? We've scoured the island for calm coves, smooth sands and lively lido ba…

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Horror racist attack on South London train sees victim 'punched repeatedly'

Horror racist attack on South London train sees victim 'punched repeatedly'

Police want to speak to man after horror racist attack on board South London train

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UK's 'most relaxing' beach that's worth every minute of the 4 hour drive

UK's 'most relaxing' beach that's worth every minute of the 4 hour drive

The beach is incredibly beautiful

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London commuters baffled as '5 trampolines' spotted in West London Tube station

London commuters baffled as '5 trampolines' spotted in West London Tube station

Londoners were left wondering what on earth was going on inside Gloucester Road Tube station

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In Good Hands: Happy 10th Birthday for Community Cafe

In Good Hands: Happy 10th Birthday for Community Cafe

Tessa Kirk opened In Good Hands cafe in Frankwell ten years ago to create a community hub, with live music, c…

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The uncertain future of the council's day centres

The uncertain future of the council's day centres

'I won't give up until they put the chains on the doors'

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The uncertain future of the council's day centres

The uncertain future of the council's day centres

'I won't give up until they put the chains on the doors'

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