Post People: Ex-Belgravia housekeeper turns to trustworthy tradesmen for vulnerable in Barking and Dagenham
Philip Daly, 51, has formed a new business to help vulnerable people based on his experiences with his 88-year-old mother and the particular skills he used as a Belgravia housekeeper of 13 years.
Post People: Positive empowerment coach Kim Wymer brings her life-changing techniques to Barking and Dagenham
Kim Wymer is an accredited “positive empowerment” coach who turned her life around through positive thinking. She talks about her story before bringing her techniques to Barking and Dagenham.
Business leader campaigns to improve Barking and Dagenham economy
Lloyd Johnson has been the president of Barking and Dagenham Chamber of Commerce for the last two years.
Talented Dagenham student performs hat trick on and off playing field
Student Taiwo Ilori Whyte, 12, performed a hat trick of achievements this summer after being crowned footballer of the year, playing at the BBC Proms and securing a place at Eton College.
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Family notices from the Barking & Dagenham Post, with readers' tributes - In memoriam, birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, best wishes & special days. FIND OUT MORE
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Picture gallery: Chelsea Flower Show 2013
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show opens to the public today, but celebrities and VIPs, including the Queen, have already had a look at the floral displays.
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