Today in News History

On July 3, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1767, Norway's oldest newspaper still in print, Adresseavisen, is founded and the first edition is published. In 1863, George Hull Ward, American general (born 1826) passed away. In 1863, American Civil War: The final day of the Battle of Gettysburg culminates with Pickett's Charge. In 1950, James Hahn, American judge and politician, 40th Mayor of Los Angeles was born. In 1958, Matthew Fraser, Canadian-English journalist and academic was born. In 1958, Siân Lloyd, Welsh meteorologist and journalist was born. In 1959, Julie Burchill, English journalist and author was born. In 1970, The Troubles: The "Falls Curfew" begins in Belfast, Northern Ireland. In 2009, John Keel, American journalist and author (born 1930) passed away. In 2015, Wayne Townsend, American farmer and politician (born 1926) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Barking council reveals 'ambitious' new social housing plan to tackle overcrowding

The Standard

The Standard

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July 3, 2026

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lean right
Narrative Analysis: Plain Folks
Barking council reveals 'ambitious' new social housing plan to tackle overcrowding

There are 4,000 families currently on the housing register in the borough

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