Martha Cassidy

Martha is a MA Newspaper Journalism student with a desire to craft well-reported, insightful and original stories on cultural, environmental and local issues.

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Cally revamp underway

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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

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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

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

Domestic abuse rises by 20 per cent in Islington

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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

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

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

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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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Vintage buses drive from Victoria to Hackney

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A fleet of vintage 38 buses drove down parts of Islington on Saturday. The buses trips were part of the London Bus Museum’s Heritage Day on 14 March.

Locals fear new Whole Foods in Angel could deepen wealth divide 

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New Whole Foods in Angel could deepen the wealth divide in Islington, locals say.

Review: Kanazawa Bakery, Islington Green 

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Martha Cassidy reviews newly opened Japanese bakery, Kanazawa, in Islington Green.

Best hot cross buns in Islington 

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With Easter fast approaching, Martha Cassidy recommends these Islington bakeries for the perfect hot cross bun.

Locals frustrated over ‘awful’ new council bins

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Residents express frustration at the council for "awful" new council bins on high streets.

Locals injured by unsafe potholes 

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Islington residents report injuries caused by potholes amid a nationwide backlog that has hit a record £18.6 billion.
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Cally revamp underway

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