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Flash Bristow is a self-employed web designer living in the Leytonstone area for over 10 years. She is interested in music, electricity pylons and human rights.
Posted at 9:38am Tuesday 14th October 2008
"Reclaim the streets? Yeah, right!"
Did you go to Car Free Day in Leytonstone last month?
Posted at 9:19am Tuesday 19th August 2008
NHS experiences in Waltham Forest.
It feels like I’m always up at Whipps Cross these days, visiting the hospital.
Posted at 2:50pm Wednesday 16th July 2008
What to do in Waltham Forest?
This time last year, my mum came to stay. Normally she would want to save up in order to dine at the Ivy and shop in Covent Garden, but this time I persuaded her to let me entertain her locally.
Posted at 4:40pm Monday 23rd June 2008
Double blessing, or double edged sword?
A few years ago, I was lucky to receive funding to set up my own business. I came to realise that the reason I got the support depended on where I lived – not just which area, but which side of the street!
Posted at 2:10pm Wednesday 11th June 2008
The best and worst of Leytonstone
What do you love about Leytonstone? What do you hate? Now's your chance to show everyone, as part of Leytonstone Festival.
Posted at 1:57pm Tuesday 3rd June 2008
Appearing on The ONE Show
Well, I certainly had a surprise last week! Raef from the Apprentice turning up to serenade me in my front room, live on national TV! But I'll start at the beginning...
Posted at 11:20am Tuesday 27th May 2008
Do you have room for a Greyhound?
Whatever your opinion on greyhound racing, the news that Walthamstow stadium is to close is affecting many people in the area. Loads of healthy dogs will need rehoming, so if you are considering getting a dog this summer, what about a greyhound?
Posted at 12:10pm Tuesday 20th May 2008
The other side of the smoking ban
When I first heard about the national smoking ban, I was delighted. No longer would I have to avoid the Sunday night pub quiz or stick my clothes in the wash the second I returned home! But I obviously didn’t think the implications through fully.
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