Dagenham1 day agoFour men jailed for £100k cannabis grows on estatePolice find 230 cannabis plants and a large quantity of drugs as they raid two units in Essex.1 day ago3 days ago'Giving back' to London's most indebted councilDana Benes says the Tots n Tunes sessions he runs helps him give back to the community that supported him.3 days ago22 Oct 2025Two men sentenced for migrant smuggling conspiracyThe men told French officials they were on a "fishing trip", Canterbury Crown Court hears.22 Oct 202510 Sep 2025Tree crash victim named as Met Police officerPC Louie Day is described as a "beautiful soul" who was popular among his colleagues.10 Sep 20255 Sep 2025Police arrest two in housing fraud investigationPolice investigating alleged housing fraud linked to Barking and Dagenham Council arrest two people.5 Sep 20253 Aug 2025Boy wins battle to bring back 'vital' summer busJack, 15, says the service meant so much to him and to local people.3 Aug 20252 Aug 2025Depeche Mode fans call for hometown recognitionWhile a plaque and photos of the band are on display, there is no mural or statue.2 Aug 202521 Jul 2025Vulnerable girls 'sent to unregulated care homes'Barking and Dagenham Council spends £1.9m a year on housing 20 children seen as at high risk of harm.21 Jul 202516 Jul 2025'Unsung heroes' saved homes from grass fireRecent work by maintenance crews ensured the fire did not spread, the council leader says.16 Jul 2025...