Little thing called life

Ascham Homes - Council Acts to Remove Boss From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (12 hours old)

The head of Ascham Homes is finally 'stepping down', a polite formulation for being fired for not being up to the job. Attempts in the past few months, no doubt following PR advice at public expense, … more

Let them eat Gü From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (14 hours old)

People may be surprised to know that here are quite a few French people living in the Walthamstow area. I am not sure how many. They don't generally count in official circles such as the council, main… more

Someone called Foster has his picture taken in Walthamstow From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (1 day old)

Some of the poor children at Mission Grove School have recently been pestered by Mike Foster, an unremarkable politician currently taking on the guise of International Development Minister and in need… more

Playing Rapunzel at the Plough From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (1 day old)

Playing Rapunzel comprise Mich Sampson and Marilisa Valtazanou. They will be playing at the Plough in Walthamstow at 8.00pm on Friday 13th November at a gig described as an Evening of Spooky Songs. (£… more

Repatriation From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (1 day old)

Repatriation of Nicholas Webster-Smith, Darren Chant, Phillip Scott, James Major, Matthew Telford, and Steven Boote at Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire. … more

The Essex Police Tortoise Task Force From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (1 day old)

In dramatic and no doubt exciting scenes of pro-active policing and daring-do not witnessed in this part of the world since, well, since as long as anyone can remember, the police in Essex mustered a … more

Donizeti, Haydn, Shostakovich and Sibelius From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (1 day old)

Donizetti, Haydn, Shostakovitch and Sibelius are on offer for a tenner to those members of the public who do not qualify for a 'concession' on Thursday the 26 November 2009 at St Mary's Church. The do… more

George on Gordon From technomist in Armchair Revolutionaries (1 day old)

Here's someone I haven't heard from for some time, commenting on Mr Brown. … more

Robert Auton - Last Impressions First From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (1 day old)

There is a rather splendid website called Poem Hunter where people of a tearful and melancholic bent can go or even those who simply want a wry smile or a rhyme to flicker across their lips. On it … more

Soon be home From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (1 day old)

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Wilkinson's nearly ready From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (1 day old)

I see that the hoardings in front of Wilkinson's new shop in the High Street have come down. They are not far off from opening by the looks of things - there was a cherry-picker in use yesterday after… more

The "Cowell Plot" thickens... From mattk in Utter tosh from the pen of Matt K (1 day old)

Now, I should point out that I found this on the Metro website so I can't vouch for it's accuracy. Quite possibly it has no accuracy whatsoever. Interesting if it's true though... http://www.metro.… more

"I never allow myself to look tired..." From mattk in Utter tosh from the pen of Matt K (1 day old)

That skin cream advert with Matthew McConnagay in it is a hoot. It's clearly been done in the time-honoured tradition of shaving adverts dating back to the Seventies. "Grr! Manly! Yes it is! Honest! B… more

Peddling Environmentalism From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (2 days old)

Freewheeler has been quoted in the Guardian looking forward to the Coming Of Miliband: "Apparently Ed Miliband is coming to Walthamstow this month, to lecture us all on climate change. I'm sort of… more

Local Cinemas From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (2 days old)

Here is quite an interesting piece of footage from an unfinished documentary about cinemas in Waltham Forest. It includes footage of the now closed EMD Cinema on Hoe Street before its demise, the def… more

Crest - in memorium From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (2 days old)

I suppose it was because I had only recently written a post about RSM Darren Chant, but the window display at Crest really caught my eye this evening. The window to the left of the door now contain… more

Miliband in Walthamstow From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (2 days old)

The Labour Party has draughted in an Insider's Insider to Walthamstow to try and bolster its chances for the election next year and no doubt obtain a few photos of members of the out of touch elite ru… more

X Factor is getting crappier every week From mattk in Utter tosh from the pen of Matt K (2 days old)

You could argue that it serves me right for watching it but hey, I like trash tv sometimes and X Factor is surely the best in that category. I love the pompousness of it, and the fact that those invol… more

RSM Darren Chant From technomist in Archipelago of Truth (3 days old)

The Grenadier Guards are some of the most famous soldiers in the world. This is the most senior regiment of the Guards Division of the British Army, and, as such, is the most senior regiment of infant… more

Naptime was successful!! From mattk in Utter tosh from the pen of Matt K (3 days old)

Thanks for your comments - and yes, I did manage to have a nap, for like 45 minutes! Tremendous! I had to go and wake Logan up for his tea, he was spark out. (Yes, he is napping as I type this!!… more

Lounge Lizard From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (3 days old)

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The first acorn of common sense From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (3 days old)

UK councils please take note. FRANKFORT, Ky. A spokeswoman for Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear says he's calling the tree on the Capitol's front lawn a "Christmas" tree this holiday season. A… more

Groan of the night From prydwen in Grin and bear it (4 days old)

A man died today after becoming trapped under a large wicker basket containing a smoked ham, a jar of pickled onions, some cheddar, water biscuits and a bottle of champagne. Police said that their … more

Who needs therepy? From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (4 days old)

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Louis Walsh From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (4 days old)

When will this man get a reality check, smell the coffee and realise that he is either tone death, or the biggest bullshitter in the world.... Louis the louse should bow out of this competition at … more

Please Please Please From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (4 days old)

Will someone out there please put John and Edward out of their misery (and mine)....… more

Guess the odd one out: From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (4 days old)

Lord Stevenson, former chairman, HBOS Bank Andy Hornby, former CEO, HBOS Bank Sir Fred Goodwin, former CEO, RBS Bank Sir Tom McKillup, former chairman, RBS Bank John McFall MP, chairman, Treasury … more

The problem with e-bay From prydwen in Grin and bear it (4 days old)

It’s really difficult to find what you want on eBay. I was searching for cigarette lighters and it found over 15,000 matches.… more

Saturday Meme From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (4 days old)

1. With Friday the 13th on the horizon, do you have any superstitions? I will not walk under ladders and hate seeing a single magpie. 2. Have you any phobias? Still have a fear of heights. 3. … more

Quote of the night From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (5 days old)

If you got to swim in shit, keep your chin up.… more