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Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:55:00 +0000
A406 North Circular: Pedestrian dies after car crashes into house
A pedestrian has been killed as a car crashed into a house in north-west London.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Newly-discovered picture of landmark East London church in Chingford
A newly discovered picture of SS Peter & Paul Church on The Green from c1910 showing the newly extended church and Lady Chapel (1903) in new stone.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Harrow man travels 2,600 miles to support fleeing Ukrainian families
A businessman spoke of the "sobering" experience of stepping in to rescue a Ukrainian family desperate to flee their country following the Russian invasion.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Mothers Day: Best steakhouses in Bromley according to TripAdvisor reviews
Here are some of the best steakhouses in Bromley according to Tripadvisor reviews.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Bromley revealed as the safest London borough for car drivers
Bromley has been revealed as the safest London borough for car drivers.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Biggin Hill airport trying to be a 'good neighbour' to Bromley people
The CEO of Biggin Hill Airport has insisted he has no plans for it to become Gatwick or Stansted after local campaigners complained about noise from the transport hub.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Bexleyheath Volkswagen driver fined after caught speeding in Lewisham
A Volkswagen driver from Bexleyheath has been fined more than £500 after speeding in Lewisham.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Camberwell man fined for littering in Blackheath bus stop
A man has been fined more than £800 in court for dropping a tissue paper at a bus stop in Blackheath.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Putney mum set to release fourth romance novel
A mum from Putney says her stories offer a “slice of life”, ahead of the release of her latest rom-com novel.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Zoopla: Inside the Dutch inspired houseboat in south London
Let your dreams set sail in your very own floating home – on the market for just £195,000.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
26 per cent of Lewisham schools achieve highest Ofsted grade
A total of 26 per cent of schools in Lewisham achieved the highest grade in Ofsted inspections.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Netflix 'secret' codes that could help you find 'hidden' TV shows and films
Netflix remains the most popular in the UK providing a hub of our favourite TV and films.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:21:27 +0000
Bromley police given extra powers after gang robberies
Bromley police will be given extra powers between Friday March 11 and Sunday March 13.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:38:56 +0000
Kent police hunt man recalled to prison with Dartford links
Kent police are hunting for Jordan Norton who is wanted for recall to prison.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:10:00 +0000
Representative of the Queen visits 'remarkable' Walthamstow foodbank
The Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London paid a visit to a foodbank in Walthamstow to find out about the work volunteers are doing to support people in need.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:13:40 +0000
Orchestra to perform at Lewisham shopping centre for Ukraine
The Sonnet Wind Orchestra will perform at Lewisham shopping centre to raise funds for Ukraine.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 14:27:06 +0000
Jamie Gilbey: Man appears in court after charged with murder
A man who has been charged with the murder of 20-year-old Jamie Gilbey has appeared in court.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 14:10:00 +0000
Verral Paul-Walcott wins Tottenham Hale community hero award
A community hero who delivered essential supplies and raised vital funds for those in need during the pandemic has been recognised.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:59:41 +0000
Young Bexley writer wins national prize, story published
A YOUNG writer has won a national prize to see his story published.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:57:11 +0000
Husband and wife sex traffickers 'treated women like vehicles for hire’
A husband and wife team who “callously and cynically exploited” vulnerable women to run their lucrative sex-trafficking racket have been jailed.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:36:44 +0000
Dartford police step up patrols on residential road
Kent police have stepped up patrols on a residential street in Dartford.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:09:10 +0000
Two men sought in connection with stabbing at pub
Police investigating a stabbing that left the victim requiring extensive reconstructive surgery want to speak to a man from Hendon in connection with the incident.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:06:45 +0000
Man accused of 11 rapes and false imprisonment in Harrow
A man is set to go on trial after being charged with 11 rapes, false imprisonment and assault causing actual bodily harm on one day in Harrow.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 11:58:02 +0000
Sarah Everard vigil organisers win High Court challenge against Met Police
The Metropolitan Police breached the rights of organisers of a vigil for Sarah Everard with its handling of the planned event, High Court judges have ruled.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 11:27:37 +0000
Kent protestors face more than 100 criminal charges in court
A group of protestors who demonstrated in Kent face more than 100 criminal charges in court.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 10:33:06 +0000
Ron Pember: Tributes to Only Fools and Horses and Secret Army star
One of British television's most recognisable faces Ron Pember has died aged 87.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 10:05:07 +0000
Slade Green: Teen, 17, arrested for dangerous driving after police chase
A 17-year-old teenager has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and failing to stop after a police chase in Slade Green.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:20:37 +0000
London Tube closures this weekend: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:39:00 +0000
Runner near to completing 1,000 marathons world record
A runner is closing in on a world record of completing 1,000 official marathons - in an average time of under three and a half hours.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:37:41 +0000
Croydon: Wetherspoon confirms closure of Skylark pub
A Wetherspoon pub is set to close its doors in Croydon.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
More trains set to serve Meridian Water station in Edmonton
Plans to boost rail services at Enfield Council’s £6 billion Meridian Water regeneration scheme have taken a step forward.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Things to do in South East London this weekend? March 11-13
If you're after a good time in London this weekend, look no further.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Flats in £350 million project near East Croydon station are underway
The latest block of flats in a £350 million project near East Croydon station is well under way.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Lewisham MP Vicky Foxcroft admits she is worried about nuclear warfare
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has stoked nuclear war anxiety across the globe.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Tickets for the Charity Benefit In Aid Of Ukraine in London go on sale today
Comedians such as Alan Carr, Rosie Jones and Rob Beckett will take to the stage over two nights to raise vital funds for those affected by the Russia-Ukraine war. 

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The 100-year-old five-generation Orpington cutlery business
A man in Orpington is embracing his 40th year as the CEO of a cutlery business, as the company is part of the story of five family generations.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Bexley soap maker awarded Ideal Home Show exhibition
The founder of Old Bexley Soap Co. has championed local artisanship after being invited to exhibit her work at this month’s Ideal Home Show.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Lady Gaga announces The Chromatica Ball London tour date - how to get general sale tickets
Lady Gaga will come to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for two nights on The Chromatica Ball tour, here's how to get tickets.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:12:38 +0000
BAFTA host Rebel Wilson takes aim at Meghan Markle and Harry on ITV This Morning
The Australian actress is taking on hosting duties at the Bafta award ceremony, which is being held at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Sunday.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Comic Opera for Red Nose Day will feature Scarlett Moffatt and Rosie Jones
Scarlett Moffatt and Rosie Jones are among the celebrities taking part in this year's Comic Opera for Red Nose Day.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000
Get 2 Nintendo Switch games for £20 at Game including LEGO, Mario and Just Dance
Get two Nintendo Switch games for just £20 at Game.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:23:51 +0000
Wordle 264: What is today's Wordle word? 10 March hints and answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:17:06 +0000
Santander to raise interest on 123 Current Accounts from March 28
The change will commence from March 28 when customers will see a change to their current account.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 21:25:46 +0000
Who is Mike Soutar on The Apprentice and where is Tim Campbell?
Mike Soutar replaced Tim Campbell as Lord Sugar's aide in this week's episode of The Apprentice.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:41:00 +0000
Extra holding cells planned for Snaresbrook Crown Court
The backlog of serious criminal cases in east London is now so large local crown court is installing new temporary holding cells.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Campaigners lose battle to save Intimate Theatre in Palmers Green
Plans to demolish a historic theatre in Palmers Green have been approved for a second time, despite a hard-fought battle to save the venue.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:35:38 +0000
Yarnton Way Thamesmead: Reports of man acting erratically
Police have flocked to reports of a man "acting erratically" in a road in Thamesmead this afternoon.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:25:00 +0000
Soaring costs threaten affordability of new homes in Harrow
A major regeneration project that is set to deliver hundreds of homes could be in jeopardy as inflation soars and planning rules change. 

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:27:51 +0000
Increasing concerns for missing vulnerable man from Sydenham
Police are increasingly concerned about a vulnerable man missing from Sydenham.

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:26:31 +0000
Bexley council tax to increase by 1.99 per cent
Bexley council tax will increase by 1.99 per cent for 2022/23.



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