CASA Festival, Dalston: ‘A Latin American fiesta that reminds us why diversity is so vital’
We look at three plays from July’s two-week festival, hosted by the Arcola Theatre, Rio Cinema and the Curve Garden
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Popular Dalston vintage shop wins right to serve ‘organic wines and small-batch beers’
Councillors say decision ‘not made lightly’ as licence awarded to local Bargain Hunt expert
Transport for London lays out plans for new Cycleway between Dalston and Lea Bridge
Public can have a say on the first phase of the route, which is designed to make it easier to get around east London on foot or by bike
Toxic caterpillar outbreak on Dalston estate being ‘taken seriously’ amid concern from residents
Peabody housing association says the creatures ‘pose a low risk’ but it is ‘making every effort’ to treat the infestation at Atkins Square
Peck Peck, Dalston, food review: ‘Not just another greasy fast food joint’
Sutton & Sons’ new chicken shop on Graham Road is proving popular – and it’s ‘easy to see why’
Transport for London unveils plans to ‘reduce road danger’ at Dalston Junction
TfL moots left turn ban into Dalston Lane as it launches consultations on five of the capital’s most notorious junctions
Angelina, Dalston, food review: ‘Ambitious vision’
The new Japanese-Italian fusion restaurant is ‘well worth a visit’
Death Valley Girls, The Victoria, live music review: ‘Goth gang brings glam back’
The American band’s Dalston gig shows ‘comparisons to Black Sabbath are not misplaced’
Would you like to hold an event on Dalston Roof Park?
Bootstrap Charity is inviting people to host community events at its rooftop venue on Wednesdays, with no hire fee – find out how to apply
Juniore, The Victoria, live music review: ‘A warm show of Anglo-French unity’
The Parisian band’s mix of yeye, surf rock and garage swept the audience off its feet
Make learning an adventure for local young people – Volunteer once a month with the Hackney & Haringey Pirates
You can make learning an adventure for local young people
Residents urge Town Hall to seize opportunity to end ‘mistrust’ with community conversation
Mayor canvasses locals’ vision for Dalston’s future as London Renters Union slams proliferation of ‘massive new developer-led flats’
Dalston arts venues to unite for this year’s Winter Weekend
Community-led event will see galleries open up to celebrate the area’s 150-year association with the arts
Council business chief unveils local plan in ‘mighty tome’
New centre connecting Upper and Lower Clapton Road proposed, with attention given to ‘urban heat island’ effect
Cut + Grind, Dalston, food review: ‘No-nonsense celebration of all things meat and stodge’
Burger experts skilfully take on the contentious Sunday roast at this ‘proper East End boozer’
Finance boss calls for halt to ‘damaging’ Universal Credit roll-out
Councillor highlights potential impact on residents with limited access to or experience of digital technology