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Fri, 03 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100Adorable ducks cause traffic jam in Blackheath
An adorable line of ducks marching across a zebra crossing in Blackheath has been caught on video.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100Mother's tribute to 'loving' Dartford son killed in crash
Tributes have been paid to the "loving" two-year-old boy from Dartford after both he and his father died in a horror crash.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100Axe-throwing bar to open in Greenwich O2
A new sports and games bar that will feature 'axe-throwing' among its entertainment options is opening at the O2 in Greenwich.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 09:18:23 +0100Man arrested after shop theft and racially aggravated public order offence
A man has been arrested in connection with offences after theft from a shop.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:52:08 +0100Man shoplifts in Dartford then escapes from security
A man in Dartford Town Centre decided to make off from security after shoplifting.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:58:02 +0100Van smashes into family home and car sparking police probe
A van crashed into a family home and car sparking a police probe.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:45:31 +0100Morden Bishopsford Road crash: Man taken to hospital
Police, ambulance crews and London's Air Ambulance attended a crash in Morden yesterday (Thursday).
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:27:13 +0100WHSmith Beckenham burglary in early hours of morning
The WHSmith's in Beckenham High Street was broken into in the early hours of this morning (Friday).
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100Charity football match held in honour of dad after cancer battle
FRIENDS and footie fans joined together to raise cash for a cancer charity in memory of a father.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100Bromley High School to open multi-million pound building
Bromley High School is opening its new multi-million pound extension and refurbished Junior School building to staff and pupils this September.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:24:00 +0100Whatsapp now offering journey updates for rail passengers
The messaging app Whatsapp is now offering a service where it can inform rail travellers about journey disruption.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 07:08:04 +0100British Gas owner warns energy prices could increase even further
It comes after E.On and Scottish Power told customers standard tariffs will jump by around £139 a year.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 17:02:19 +0100Greenwich Council demands support for 700 Afghan refugees
Greenwich Council has written an urgent letter to the Government demanding help supporting the 700 Afghan refugees who have newly arrived in the borough.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 14:01:47 +0100Dartford boy dies nine days after dad killed in A267 crash
A two-year-old boy from Dartford has tragically passed away after sustaining injuries in the same car crash which killed his father.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 13:15:34 +0100Bexley Council approves new model for children centre's
A new model for children's centres and children's services at venues across the borough has been put forward by Bexley Council following a year of debate and backlash.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 11:32:02 +0100Bexley MP James Brokenshire's lung cancer has progressed
Old Bexley and Sidcup MP James Brokenshire has confirmed his lung cancer has "regrettably progressed" and he is now starting a new line of treatment following the "unwelcome news."
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 19:18:50 +0100Two charged with murder of Kai Davis in Kingston
Two men have been charged with the murder of Kai Davis in Kingston, police announced this evening (Thursday, September 2).
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 17:28:23 +0100Three injured in Morden car crash
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on Bishopsford Road in Morden this afternoon (Thursday, September 2) in which three people have been injured.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:00:38 +0100Kingston town centre boosted with new social spaces
Residents and visitors to Kingston town centre are getting extra doses of greenery and seating thanks to a new initiative by authorities in the borough.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 13:41:07 +0100Roads to close in Richmond Park for London duathlon
Roads will be closed for vehicles in Richmond Park this Sunday (August 5), Royal Parks have confirmed.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0100Teenagers charged with murder after stabbing in Lordship Rec Ground
Detectives investigating the death of a 16-year-old have charged two people with murder.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:13:43 +0100Police launch appeal for wanted man linked to Bexleyheath
Sussex Police have urged the public to call 999 if a man they are searching for is spotted.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:02:51 +0100Robin Hood panto to delight families at theatre for anniversary
FAMILIES are set to be thrilled when Robin Hood and his merry men arrive in town this festive season as part of theatre anniversary celebrations.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:40:22 +0100M25 minibus crash: Fourth passenger dies of injuries
A fourth person has died after a serious collision involving a lorry, a minibus and a car on the M25 in Essex.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:34:53 +0100Pfizer clinic for pregnant women at Northwick Park Hospital
Pregnant women are being encouraged to make use of a walk-in Pfizer vaccination clinic at Northwick Park Hospital.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:07:02 +0100Fight to save Bevis Marks synagogue from skyscrapers' shadow
A historic place of worship could be engulfed in darkness if two skyscrapers are built right next to it.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100Leytonstone and Woodford Rotary supporting East London RaceRunners
An organisation that helps athletes who cannot run independently will benefit from a Rotary Club golf day taking place next week.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 09:33:29 +0100Bromley arrests after racial and homophobic hate crimes
Bromley Police have reported two separate hate crime incidents that happened in just one day in the area.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 08:58:26 +0100London Covid cases: Rates fall in south east boroughs
The latest case rates have been released for every local authority area in England and in most of them, infections are falling.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 08:28:49 +0100Dozens of arrests as part of police drug driving campaign
More than 50 people were arrested as part of a two-week campaign targeting drug drivers drivers in London.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 08:12:34 +0100Newham teen charged after carrying loaded gun in Lambeth
A teenager has been charged after police recovered a loaded gun in Lambeth following a stop and search.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:52:38 +0100Unused Sutton care home used by youths to smoke cannabis
An unused Sutton care home is reportedly being used by youths to hang out and smoke cannabis.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:34:55 +0100London Fire Brigade warning after Battersea hotel fire
London Fire Brigade has issued a warning following a large fire in a hotel in Battersea.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100‘New library plans put property before people’ - say campaigners
FURIOUS campaigners are launching their own consultation into plans to build a new library and flats.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100Bexley Council responds to yellow box penalty fine complaints
Bexley Council has responded after three friends received the same driving fine within a 24 hour period – and tens more then complained after the News Shopper reported it.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 06:44:46 +0100Royal Mint unveil rare Winnie-the-Pooh 50p coin worth over £1000
The new collectable will feature Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, Tigger, Kanga and Roo.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 19:39:30 +0100Officers handed final warning over sex assault case failure
Two Metropolitan Police officers who failed to adequately investigate the alleged sexual assault of a vulnerable man in Plumstead have been given final written warnings following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 18:57:10 +0100Kai Davis: Two more arrests in Kingston murder case
Two more people have been arrested in the murder investigation into a fatal stabbing in Kingston last month.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:04:27 +0100Appeal to find man missing from Mitcham
Authorities are renewing their appeal for help in the search for a 60-year-old man missing from Mitcham.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 13:32:33 +0100Chilli eating showdown coming to Cheam
Like so much of the best cuisine found in Britain, chilli and its associated eating contests may not be native to the UK, but are winning fans by the day.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0100London Councils declare support for Afghan refugees
Borough councils in London are continuing to pledge their support and willingness to resettle refugees from Afghanistan amid a chaotic conclusion of the 20-year war in the country.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:48:00 +0100Damion Simmons guilty of Denise Keane-Simmons arson murder
A man has been found guilty of murder after setting fire to his estranged wife in Brent.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100The Woodman pub in Pinner reopens after refurbishment
A pub has reopened after a significant refurbishment.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0100Three roads in Barnet area set to be closed for roadworks
Motorists may face disruption due to temporary street closures for roadworks in the Barnet area later this month.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:44:48 +0100Kosher Outlet relocating to Brent Cross Town
A not-for-profit Kosher supermarket is moving into a new temporary store.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:41:54 +0100Woman, 90s, dies after four vehicle crash on busy motorway
Police are appealing for information after a woman died after a four-vehicle crash on the M11.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:11:54 +0100'We're being forced from our homes by giant warehouse being built too close'
Furious home owners say a giant warehouse development is too close and they feel forced to sell their properties due to the impact on their lives.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:46:30 +010025 firefighters rush to deal with blaze at home after whole roof catches alight
Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters are dealing with a house fire on Belmont Park Road in Leyton.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +0100Epping Forest benefits advice service receives funding boost
A benefits advice service which supports housebound and vulnerable residents in Epping Forest has received a £5,000 boost.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +0100Traffic restrictions planned in two roads in Harrow area
Temporary traffic restrictions are set to be implemented in two streets in the Harrow area while roadworks are carried out.