Hackney23 hrs ago'Each empty home shows there is a problem' - housing leaders call for actionEstimates suggest more than a million homes in England are currently unoccupied.23 hrs ago4 days agoHackney resident's fox rescue sparks unusual bondAn injured fox is nursed back to life thanks to a "strong connection" with a Hackney resident.4 days ago3 Feb 2026'I can't sell this house – we absolutely are trapped'A family from Hackney describe their struggle with mould and damp in a new home they bought in 2015.3 Feb 202618 Jan 2026London gentrification forcing families out, study saysMum-of-two Jordan Rivera says it is "going to be difficult" to continue raising her family in Hackney.18 Jan 20268 Jan 2026Hackney homes without water after burst water mainFrampton Park Estate residents have been unable to shower or flush toilets for nearly five days.8 Jan 20268 Jan 2026'Dancing queen' shows moves at 105th birthday bashElsie Wilkins' son says she has "always been a raver" as she heads for the dance floor aged 105. 8 Jan 20263 Jan 2026Extra help for homeless as temperatures plummetLondon's severe weather emergency protocol is activated as temperatures drop to freezing and below.3 Jan 20261 Jan 2026Decades-long CCTV dispute with council rumbles onAnthony Burton has been asking Hackney Council to pay him £2,000 to cover his losses since 2007.1 Jan 202626 Dec 2025Siblings face eviction after mother's sudden deathUnder succession rules in England and Wales, a council tenancy can only be passed on once.26 Dec 2025...
