John Horstmann

Aspiring journalist, particularly interested in covering politics and sports.

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Cally revamp underway

Story Street to be pedestrianised in plans to make the Cally Islington's second liveable neighbourhood

Local grocery shop provides a greener way to shop

Refill Therapy, an Islington grocery shop, aims to reduce food waste by stocking ethically sourced refillable food.

“My brand is who I am”: In conversation with Tiana Esparon

The fashion brand owner talks sustainability, womanhood and showing personality through crochet

Domestic abuse rises by 20 per cent in Islington

Finsbury Park had the highest number of reported offences in Islington between February 2025 and February 2026, totalling 244.

Hundreds of households in Islington saved from homelessness this year

Islington ranks in the top 5 per cent for addressing homelessness across England.

Behind the artistic collective aiming to revive Islington’s radical history

Amy Rushton takes us through Cubitt Community Collective, a volunteer-led independent press gallery aiming to revive the radical history of Islington, who are currently working on their next issue.
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Can Arteta dethrone his master? 

Arteta’s league-leading Arsenal to visit Guardiola’s Manchester City on 31 March in crucial title showdown between master and apprentice.

Finsbury-based Mets baseball team hire former GB men’s coach

The London Mets have brought in former head coach of the GB senior men's softball team to lead their under-16s team to victory.

How Islington’s community network is making a difference

Amid the cost-of-living crisis, Octopus Community Network has helped thousands of struggling individuals with numerous initiatives.

Council approves tax rise and £10m savings 

Islington Council has approved its 2024/2025 budget, which will see council tax rise by 2.99% and £10 million worth of savings made. 

Reopening community centre to hold free-to-enter gardening event

Almorah Road Community Centre is hosting an autumn gardening event on Saturday (18 November), following a £50,000 refurbishment project.  The event, supported by an Islington...

Cally revamp underway