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Sun, 01 Aug 2021 17:51:09 +0100
The Gone With The Wind stars who also made films at Elstree
Well here we are again and thank you for joining me on a ramble down Memory Lane. I must start by explaining why I so often refer to films and television made in Elstree and Borehamwood rather than at Pinewood, Shepperton or Leavesden.

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 11:19:00 +0100
Thousands face £1,000 fine over controversial TV licence change
The licence fees existence is guaranteed until at least 31 December 2027 by the BBC's Royal Charter.

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 07:22:00 +0100
8 business ideas you can actually make money from
Over the last 12 months, we’ve seen a massive increase in people choosing to start up an additional business venture.

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 10:31:00 +0100
McDonald's, Burger King, Nando's - 13 money-saving tips for your next takeaway
According to research, Brits spend £1,000 per year on takeaways averaging at £80 per month. (PA)

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Calls for motorway speed limits to be cut in certain weather
Of the UK drivers surveyed, 17% wanted the maximum legal speed in wet conditions cut to 65mph.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 12:38:09 +0100
Harrow Council blocks permission for 178 flats on Ridgeway site
More than 1,000 residents have rejoiced as plans for a high-rise development on the site of a former church hall were booted out.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 12:23:55 +0100
Harrow Council blocks flats on Stanmore station car park
Plans for a “monstrous” series of tower blocks on a London Underground station car park have been booted out by council planning chiefs. 

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 12:12:18 +0100
London TFL: Four-day strike set to cause 'severe disruption'
Train passengers and commuters are being warned of "severe disruption" as rail workers are set to strike for four days.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 10:55:04 +0100
Euro 2020 final: 15 wanted after violence following match
Detectives have released images of 15 more people officers want to speak with in connection with violence and disorder at the Euro 2020 final.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 11:04:04 +0100
Nationwide, Santander and Barclays issue urgent scam warning over cash machines
The viral clip features a Nationwide Building Society cash point although any ATM could be affected including major banks and supermarkets.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 07:01:00 +0100
Brits told to prepare for 40C summer temperatures across the UK
The UK is starting to see increasingly extreme temperatures and it is unlikely to change.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 19:31:13 +0100
Harrow Council owes more than £1m in council tax refunds
More than 4,000 people in Harrow are owed council tax refunds, with the council hoarding cash worth more than £1 million. 

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:31:07 +0100
Teenager jailed after fatal Northwick Park stabbing over drugs
A teenage boy has been jailed for life after fatally stabbing another teenager over a row regarding payment for drugs.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:56:12 +0100
'Temporary' Congestion Charge to become permanent
The “temporary” £15 Congestion Charge is set to be made permanent and its hours of operation reduced following a public consultation, TfL announced on Wednesday.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Storm Evert: Met Office issues weather warning with 75mph winds and rain
Forecasters announced Evert as the name for the storm on Thursday morning, advising the public to be “weather aware”.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:33:39 +0100
Morrisons is offering FREE meals for kids over school holidays
With schools now breaking up across the country, Morrisons is helping out busy parents by letting kids eat free at its cafes all day, every day.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 07:31:00 +0100
Stunning moment cheeky UK seal hitches ride on paddle board
As a general rule, you shouldn’t get closer than 20 metres to a seal unless they approach you.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Met Office share 'good news' if you suffer from hay fever
If you are unlucky enough to suffer from hay fever you will have noticed the symptoms seem to be a lot worse than previous years.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 17:44:55 +0100
Wicked Bun owner blames Harrow Council over Covid grant error
A restaurant owner fears he will lose his business after emergency Covid-19 cash was turned down – and his takings dropped by around £450 a day.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Two roads in borough of Harrow to be affected by closures
Motorists are set to be prevented from travelling in one direction of a street in the borough of Harrow for two weeks while roadworks are carried out.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Dozens of children in London can legally use guns
Campaigners have blasted UK gun laws as "absurd" after it emerged that dozens of children in London can legally use the weapons.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 09:43:23 +0100
Thousands of black blood donors needed in London for sickle cell
Thousands of black blood donors are urgently needed in a call to save people with sickle cell disease.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Heading guidance aims to reduce brain injuries in football
Guidance on heading will be introduced into the English game from next season, with all professional, amateur and grassroots clubs involved.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:17:36 +0100
Win and draw for Wealdstone in pre-season games
Wealdstone’s pre-season preparations continued with a 2-2 draw away at Bedford and a 4-1 win at Chesham United.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 11:56:06 +0100
Sky announce major TV shake-up with Sky One axed
The channels will be available to Sky customers at no extra charge. They will also launch on streaming service NOW and on Virgin and BT.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 11:55:28 +0100
Morrisons announce major expansion to service for shoppers who drive to stores
Recent figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders show that there are more than 450,000 EVs on UK roads.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 08:41:45 +0100
Aldi announce new trial which could be coming to your local store
Aldi has been working closely with its suppliers in recent months to develop innovative ways to reduce avoidable plastics.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 08:14:21 +0100
Ruislip Lido fenced off after toxic algae build-up
Ruislip Lido has been fenced off following an outbreak of toxic algae that could be fatal for dogs.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:46:10 +0100
Fresh warning if you are vaccinated against Covid-19 issued by WHO
Official figures on Monday showed the number of Covid-19 cases newly reported in the UK dropped for the sixth day in a row.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 09:48:29 +0100
3 jobs added to government list eligible for testing instead of isolation
The new process will allow critical workers to carry on with their jobs even if identified as a contact of a coronavirus case.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Met Office issues update on second UK heatwave predicted for August
The Met Office issued a mid to long term forecast predicting the weather we can expect in August.

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:47:16 +0100
TfL 'smart cameras' to monitor bus lanes and box junctions
TfL will begin rolling out new “smart cameras” at busy junctions in London from this autumn in a bid to cut the number of road traffic collisions and reduce congestion.

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:38:31 +0100
Floods: Sadiq Khan says tacking climate change 'key priority'
Sadiq Khan has said tackling climate change is a “key priority” ahead of a meeting with TfL, the London Fire Brigade and water companies following this weekend’s flooding.

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 13:00:35 +0100
Santander branch closes in Northolt Road, Harrow
Harrow's Santander branch in Northolt Road officially closed last week.

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:22:36 +0100
Where new Covid variant cases were found in UK amid calls to get vaccinated
The variant, known as B.1.621, was designated a variant under investigation on Wednesday.

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 17:23:39 +0100
Government fears over Covid being spread through farting
UK scientists are yet to produce a paper to determine whether flatulence can indeed spread coronavirus.

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 20:00:00 +0100
How I would rescue the BBC's falling ratings
I am writing this article in 30 degree heat on my birthday, which shows true devotion. I am not sure how old I am as I stopped counting after 65 but I am still 25 in my mind, even if my body disagrees.

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 11:59:00 +0100
New Harry Potter experience coming to UK - how you can get tickets
A new Harry Potter experience is opening in the UK this autumn, giving fans the chance to wander through the Forbidden Forest.

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
8 ways your children can have fun while learning during school holidays
Childcare experts have revealed some great ways to keep kids entertained over the summer while sneakily helping them learn at the same time.

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Universal Credit: 660,000 NHS and key workers will see income slashed
On September 30 this year, millions will see their £20-a-week increase in Universal Credit end.

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:27:13 +0100
TOWIE Mick Norcross: Son Kirk says his dad 'changed in himself'
THE family of Mick Norcross revealed he “changed in himself” during lockdown and his mood deteriorated during the pandemic.

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:25:41 +0100
Inquest: Former Towie star Mick Norcross took his own life
A BUSINESSMAN tragically took his own life over worries he faced “the loss of a lifetime’s work”.

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 16:28:34 +0100
Watch as 'Spider-Man' punches Asda worker to the floor amid huge brawl
‘Spider-Man’ can be seen kicking and punching the worker as a mass brawl spills out into the aisle.

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Martin Lewis warns Brits they have just days to claim free £125
The Money Saving Expert founder shared his urgent warning in his weekly newsletter full of tips and tricks to make the most of your finances.

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0100
A record 618,903 people in England and Wales pinged by NHS Covid app in a week
It comes after Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarten said there will be a “very narrow” list of sectors whose workers will be exempt from isolation rules.

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 11:28:34 +0100
16 sectors where workers will be exempt from Covid-19 self-isolation
The new process will allow critical workers to carry on with their jobs even if identified as a contact of a coronavirus case.

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:09:50 +0100
Sadiq Khan ‘not in favour’ of vaccine passports on TfL
Sadiq Khan has said he is “not in favour” of introducing vaccine passports in London, including on TfL services, as they would be a “bureaucratic nightmare”.

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:29:04 +0100
Man rescued by 15 firefighters from kitchen fire in flat above Harrow shop
Firefighters rescued a man from a flat fire on Northolt Road in Harrow.

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:19:25 +0100
Bus driver suffers head injury after attack on vehicle near underground station
Officers investigating an assault on a bus driver in Harrow have released an image of a man they would like to speak to.

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:30:40 +0100
Met Office predicts second UK heatwave in August
Forecasters correctly predicted the heatwave in July which forced Public Health England to issue a heat health alert this week.



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