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Sat, 12 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Lewisham Council writes off £365,000 in unpaid rent
Lewisham Council has given up on trying to claw back £365,000 in unpaid rent – including from a man who allegedly pretended his dead mum was alive.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Cost of living crisis: How Erith residents are coping
Residents in one of the most deprived areas of Bexley are heading for budget shops and cutting out takeaways to make ends meet.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 10:02:36 +0000
Woman has hair ripped from scalp at East Croydon Railway Station
Police have released a photo of a man they want to speak to after a woman had hair torn from her scalp in a racially aggravated attack.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 10:02:05 +0000
Woman who posted antisemitic theories about Grenfell fire jailed
A conspiracy theorist who claimed on Facebook that Grenfell Tower victims were “burnt alive in a Jewish sacrifice” has been jailed.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 09:46:01 +0000
Bartosz Wyrzykowski: Three charged after Eltham murder
Three people have been charged in connection with a murder in Eltham.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 09:02:24 +0000
Essex gang members recruited, trafficked and exploited vulnerable teens
A "cowardly" gang recruited, trafficked and exploited vulnerable teenaged girls to carry out fraud.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Former Chingford home of lord of the manor in east London
Pictured above is a quiet Simmons Lane at the junction with Friday Hill, Chingford, in 1935.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Swanley Ford driver caught drink driving in Bexleyheath
A driver of a Ford has been fined and disqualified after drink driving in Bexleyheath.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
 TripAdvisor: Most romantic restaurants in south east London
Valentines Day is the perfect excuse for adventurous couples to experience fine, intimate dining.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Hygiene ratings for every KFC in Greenwich
Check to see the hygiene ratings for everyone's favourite fried chicken restaurant.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Zoopla: Tudor mansion on sale for more than £12 million in Kingston
Live out your medieval, old-fashioned fantasy in this incredible Tudor mansion, on the market for £12.95m.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
 StreetCube: Food hotspots in Wandsworth high street
StreetCube in Wandsworth high street is home to beautiful cuisines from across the world.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Lewisham Council spends £50k on new café in Mountsfield Park
Lewisham Council has awarded £50,000 to the operators of the current temporary café in Mountsfield Park.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 00:11:59 +0000
Sixth Form Life in Twickenham- Anika Soni
St Catherine’s School is a Catholic school located in Twickenham alongside the beautiful river Thames, providing a secure and ambitious environment open to pupils of all faiths and backgrounds, where they are nurtured and supported. At St Catherine...

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
BBC The Wheel celebrities, channel and what time it is on
See the celebrities appearing on the BBC's The Wheel on Saturday night.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Sports headphones and wireless earbuds under £150 from Adidas, AO and Currys
For those who managed to stick with their New Year's fitness resolutions, there's no better way to thank yourself than upgrading your headphones.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000
BBC Eastenders actor Scott Maslen is married to a very famous music star
The actor is best known for his portrayal as DS Phil Hunter in ITV's The Bill and Jack Branning on the BBC's flagship soap EastEnders.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:48:28 +0000
CPS considering charges against Met over Couzens messages
Three Metropolitan police officers who worked with Sarah Everard’s killer Wayne Couzens could face charges over allegations they shared racist and misogynistic messages with him.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:23:52 +0000
TfL: Brand new London buses rolled out on 63 route
A fleet of brand new, all-electric buses, featuring sunroofs fitted, USB charges and mobile phone holders, are being rolled out on a south east London route.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:03:54 +0000
Bromley litter manager 'fired for refusing to target minorities'
A litter team manager from Bromley claims he was fired for refusing to target people from ethnic minorities with fines as they were less likely to challenge them or understand UK law.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:08:01 +0000
Neil Coyle: MP has whip suspended over 'racist' comments
A south London MP has had the party whip suspended following allegations that he made racist comments to a journalist on the Parliamentary estate.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:54:22 +0000
Bartosz Wyrzykowsk: Police appeal for Eltham witnesses
Police investigating the death of a 21-year-old who was stabbed to death in Eltham are appealing for witnesses to “an altercation involving a group” to come forward.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:24:08 +0000
Partner of Stephen Port victim welcomes Dick's resignation
Ricky Waumsley, whose partner Daniel Whitworth, from Gravesend, was murdered by serial killer Stephen Port, has welcomed Dame Cressida Dick’s resignation.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 21:14:19 +0000
The increasing popularity of Psychology by Nina Kramarz, St Catherine's School
In recent years, Psychology as a subject has become increasingly popular with more students at A level and University pursuing it. As one of the fastest growing subjects, it can help students discover their own minds and understand their thought proc...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:47:44 +0000
Boy who was found with machete sentenced
A boy has been sentenced after being found with a machete.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:05:43 +0000
Bromley Kickboxing Club Batters Local Competition Lucy Tyrrell Darrick Wood School
Bromley Kickboxing Club Batters Local Competition Lucy Tyrrell Darrick Wood School

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:54:45 +0000
Man dies after suffering cardiac arrest in Station Road, Edgware
A man has died after suffering a cardiac arrest in Edgware.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:48:34 +0000
Clapham flat fire: 25 firefighters tackle blaze on Poynders Gardens
Firefighters were called to a blaze at a block of flats in Clapham.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:31:29 +0000
Battersea: Hitman found guilty of gang murder of reality TV star’s brother
A Swedish hitman has been found guilty of murdering a reality television star’s brother in a bloody tit-for-tat gang war.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:12:17 +0000
CCTV appeal after parcels stolen in Potters Bar
Police are trying to find a man after parcels were stolen in Potters Bar.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:08:37 +0000
Men charged after alleged burglaries in Bexley and Dartford
Three alleged serial burglars have been charged after homes in Bexley and Dartford were reportedly raided for jewellery.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:35:22 +0000
New Geek Retreat cafe opening in Harrow this month
A popular “geek” retailer offering comics, action figures and a gaming café is coming to Harrow.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:32:45 +0000
Wetherspoons to permanently close Croydon pub
A Wetherspoons pub will permanently close after 20 years of trading in Croydon.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:13:06 +0000
Poverty, Caroline Valentine, Gumley House
This is a landscape photo taken by me and inspired by an artist called Elena Dijour. It represents the issues going on around the world aside from the pandemic.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:24:10 +0000
Missing Bromley man last seen at Glades shopping centre
Police are appealing for help in finding a missing man from Bromley.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:40:00 +0000
Enfield murder: Donovan Allen tribute as police make second arrest
A second teenager has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an 18-year-old footballer was stabbed in a block of flats.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:16:06 +0000
London Tube Closures this weekend: See the full list
Check which stations will be closed this weekend on the London Underground.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:15:00 +0000
Police appeal four years on from taxi driver murder in Cockfosters
Detectives investigating the murder of a father-of-three are offering a £20,000 reward for information that leads to the prosecution of those responsible for his death four years ago.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
 Surrey pop princess, 20, on her way to stardom
A young woman from Surrey says she will always have a “great connection” to her hometown as she steps into a world of song writing, performances, and pop music.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Electricity usage in each south east London area as bills increase
With costs of energy bills rapidly rising, we've put together an interactive map to show total energy consumption in each south east London area.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
South London charity shopper says beauty is in the details
The creative founder of a gourmet plant-based snack range says that “recycling, reusing and regifting are at the forefront” of life, as she creates eco-friendly recipes and has a passion for sustainable fashion.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
 Chislehurst mum raises thousands for VEDS after daughter's diagnosis
A mum from Chislehurst is raising money for a genetic disorder which her seven-year-old daughter battles every day.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Adam Kay This Is Going to Hurt...More tour coming to London- get tickets
Adam Kay has announced he is going on tour in September 2022, here's how you can get tickets.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Paula Radcliffe's Bromley PE session to launch EE kids watch
A former British athletics champion attended a PE session in Bromley for the launch of EE's new kids smartwatch.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Paula Radcliffe reveals secret behind years of athletics success
A former British athletics champion has revealed her secrets in becoming a worldwide success in long-distance running.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:16:33 +0000
Who could replace Cressida Dick?
See the top contenders that could replace Cressida Dick as head of the Met.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 13:56:24 +0000
Get free tickets to England football matches at Wembley
Blue Light Workers have the opportunity to win free tickets.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:50:33 +0000
Adele gatecrashes Heaven nightclub after BRITs win and treats fans to 'iconic' pole dance
Adele won three BRIT awards earlier this week and took to a pole to dance at Heaven nightclub as she continued celebrations.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:39:05 +0000
McDonald reveals new online move to Facebook's Metaverse
The global chain will be the first restaurant to enter the digital world.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000
BBC Three opens applications for MasterChef spin-off series - here's how to apply
BBC Three is launching a new spin-off series of MasterChef - here's how you can apply.



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