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Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Wordle 301 April 16: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 09:28:04 +0100
The allure of the seaside (Nidhi G, The Tiffin Girls' School)
It was after an impromptu trip to Brighton Pier that I considered the allure of the seaside and the importance of it to our culture. 

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
How West Essex Golf Club in Chingford looked a century ago
A view of West Essex Golf Club on Bury Road in the early 1920s.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The adorable pets of south east London this National Pet Month
We're all weak to an adorable pet, and especially the ones in south east London.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
How to avoid traffic in south east London
You might have thought it wasn't possible, and to be honest neither did we...

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Beer gardens in Greenwich for Easter Bank Holiday 2022
For some, Easter means chocolate eggs, bonnets and spring, but for others, Easter means a nice pint in the sun (if you are lucky) and a chunk of time off work.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Lewisham food bank expecting huge rise in demand already at 'breaking point'
A Lewisham food bank has called on the Government to help people struggling to afford food due to the rising cost of living.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Merton man fined more than £1,000 for drug driving in Surrey
The driver of a Volkswagen Golf has been fined £1,297 after being caught drug driving in Wallington, Surrey.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Blue Light Card members marks Easter break with discounts at Expedia, Butlins and more
Have a cracking Easter with discounts at Booking.com, Wilkos, Expedia and much more thanks to a Blue Light Card.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:02:00 +0100
Easter weekend things to do: Red Letter Days out for the whole family
There's something for everyone with these Red Letter Days out.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Covid: NHS guidance to regain your sense of taste and smell after coronavirus
Recovery from the coronavirus, responsible for the global pandemic, can often take weeks or even months.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
I tried Iceland's Slush Puppie ice lollies that're perfect for Easter Bank Holiday weekend
When Iceland announced they were launching slush puppie ice lollies, I knew I had to try one - but did it live up to my expectations?

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Asda is selling a bunny shaped pizza to celebrate Easter
Due to popular demand, Asda has brought back its Easter Bunny pizzas in stores nationwide for this year.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
8 signs your dog is experiencing heatstroke as Met Office predicts 'hottest days of year'
Brits will enjoy the hottest days of the year so far over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend with mercury set to hit 22C this weekend.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
5 household items that will keep ants out of your home amid 'hottest days of the year'
Having ants wandering around your home can be a big nuisance, not to mention unhygienic.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Hollister launches spring sale with 30 percent off men's and women's clothing
Here's a selection of the clothes included in Hollister's spring sale.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0100
8 signs your dog is experiencing heatstroke as Met Office predicts 'hottest days of year'
Brits will enjoy the hottest days of the year so far over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend with mercury set to hit 22C this weekend.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Wordle 300 April 15: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 16:40:00 +0100
Woman missing from Lewisham as family left worried
Police are appealing for help in finding a missing woman from Lewisham.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:53:06 +0100
Ruskin Park: Paddling pool set to reopen after improvement works
THE paddling pool at Ruskin Park is set to reopen after improvement works have almost been completed.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:48:00 +0100
Three arrested after shots fired at car in Tottenham street
Police say residents "dived for cover" after shots were fired at a vehicle in north London.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:02:16 +0100
Easter weekend: See how car parking can be affected in Bexley
PARKING restrictions will apply in Bexley during the Easter Holiday weekend.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 13:35:11 +0100
A Simple Sweet treat Recipe - Roshni Patel - Merstham Park School
Do you crave a sweet treat? Who doesn’t? But do you find it hard to go shopping to buy any ingredients? It is also hard to follow long and boring recipes. Well, I have the solution to all of your problems. Here is a simple recipe for the perfect tr...

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 13:22:55 +0100
Vaisakhi -By Avjot Sandhu, Guru Nanak Sikh Academy
Vaisakhi is a Sikh celebration to commemorate the initiation of the Khalsa Panth.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 12:31:07 +0100
Easter Holiday: Revised bin collection days for south east London
BIN collection days across south east London have changed for the Easter Bank Holiday period.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:57:42 +0100
Ikea to close North London Store - Emily Ralph, City And Islington Sixth Form College
Ikea recently announced its plans to shut its Tottenham branch in North London.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:39:18 +0100
REDBRIDGE: Slow-worm saviours
Redbridge Council is set to welcome reptiles to Claybury Park to make up for their habitat being destroyed by a development in Essex.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:13:53 +0100
cost of living crisis
At the moment, Inflation has been the highest since the last 20 years. This is having a disastrous effect on many parents, children and businesses.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 10:52:22 +0100
Thornton Heath: Man found guilty of murder after stabbing teen
A man has been found guilty of murdering a 16-year-old boy in Thornton Heath.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 10:09:14 +0100
Girl, 13, missing from Croydon since yesterday
Police are appealing for help in finding a missing 13-year-old girl from Croydon.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 09:39:02 +0100
London Road Croydon: Man taken to hospital after stabbing
A man, who is believed to be aged in his 30s, has been taken to hospital after being stabbed in Croydon.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Cheyanne Martin to shave hair in aid of Make a Wish charity
SEVENTEEN-YEAR-OLD sixth former Cheyanne Martin was so moved by a documentary highlighting the plight of critically ill children that she plans to shave off her beautiful hair to raise money to help make their wishes come true.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
What's on TV this Easter: See the full schedule
From Easter services to classic films there's plenty to keep you entertained this Easter.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dartford’s best fish and chip shops for Good Friday
It is a well-loved tradition to nip out to your local chippy on Good Friday, but we want to make sure we are getting the best for our money.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Easter through the Covid pandemic in south east London
Easter is a time for hope – and we’ve definitely spent the pandemic years hoping for some sort of light at the end of the tunnel.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
New Crystal Palace Park Trust pledges to make changes in 2023 takeover
The new Crystal Palace Park Trust has pledged to fix the ‘rusty laptop’ stage and toilets after it takes over in 2023.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Morden town centre update as revival plans in pipeline for more than 10 years
It has been four years since Merton Council and Transport for London appointed a company to put together a ‘development framework’ for the revamp of Morden town centre.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Co-op Bexley: Plumstead man fined after theft
A man from Plumstead has been fined in court after stealing a very random mix of items from a Co-op store in Bexley.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Met Office: Warm weather spells to hit south London this Easter weekend
The hottest day of the year is on the way this Good Friday, with temperatures peaking at 22 degrees.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Easter London Tube closures this weekend: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Ru Paul's Fantastic Five of 14 London general tickets- how to get yours
The Fantastic Five of 14 are coming to the UK on tour, here's when to get tickets.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Nando's released new menu items for summer - Here's what we thought
Nando's has released some new menu items in time for Summer. See what we thought.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Shark, Sony, HP and more: AO launches Easter sale on huge range of products
AO.com is also offering a price match promise so if you find your product cheaper elsewhere, it will match it!

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +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.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Iceland transforms Chewits, Malteser, Hershey's and more into tasty ice lollies
Shop Iceland's new ice lolly range where your favourite sweets get a frozen makeover.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Learner drivers issued warning over £1,000 offence this Easter Bank Holiday weekend
Data reveals that 14,618 provisional licence holders were prosecuted in 2020

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
How to save money on energy bills: Experts reveal 7 top tips
The Ofgem energy price cap has risen by 54% meaning energy prices are expected to rise by £693 a year for millions of households across the UK.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Marks and Spencer launches new apothecary skincare collection
Marks and Spencer has launched a new Apothecary Skincare Revive collection - here's how you can buy it.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:53:03 +0100
Wordle 299 April 14: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 01:26:42 +0100
Meet Freddie Tshiaba – Conservative Candidate for Weybridge Riverside by Adam Sizoo Hampton School
On the 5th of May, local borough council elections will take place in all London boroughs. Borough councils are the lower tier of the system of local government in the UK with county councils being the upper tier. However, in London boroughs, they do...



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