Romford singer Jesy Nelson is taking part in a BBC documentary exploring body image and mental health, because she "wants to make a change and a difference to other people's lives."
Vans plastered with the mugshots of men and women wanted in connection with a number of crimes - including burglaries, robberies and violent moped-enabled offences - are set to tour the capital.
A 17-year-old street dancer has had a lot to celebrate as he performed on BBC's The Greatest Dancer just hours after flying back from America where he competed in the world championships.
The famous stags and does that are well known to anyone living in Harold Hill were featured on BBC Winterwatch's final episode of the season, last week.
Members of Upminster Junior School's choir that performed along with 8,000 other children, Tony Hadley from Spandau Ballet and Beverley Knight as part of the Young Voices concert at the O2 Arena are set to appear on BBC news tonight.
As we prepare to welcome 2019, The Recorder takes a look at the first six months of the past year, and the biggest stories we have reported on. Tomorrow we'll take a look at the second half of 2018.
The NR F1 Podcast reviews the 2018 Formula 1 season - with Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes top of the pile, plus some exiting developments awaiting in 2019.