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Sun, 08 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Epping High Street pictured before Duke of York pub demolished
Epping High Street c1907 with the famous drinking fountain and the long lost Duke of York pub (demolished 1931).

Sun, 08 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
The Drive Surgery in Ilford 'inadequate' but can stay open
A doctor’s surgery rated as “inadequate” for safety following a change in management has been allowed to remain open.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
McDonald's BMW drink-driver from Croydon fined in court
A man from Croydon has been slapped with a large fine in court for drink-driving in the car park of a McDonald’s restaurant.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Caloroso Pizza Plumstead thief barred from restaurant in court
A phone and cash thief from Plumstead has been barred from one of their local pizza restaurants.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Woman fined more than £800 over e-scooter ride in Greenwich
A woman has been fined more than £800 after she was caught riding an e-scooter with no insurance.

Sun, 08 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Man steals Jack Daniels and Kinder from New Cross Sainsbury’s
A man has been jailed after stealing a mix of items from a Sainsbury’s store in New Cross while armed with a knife.

Sun, 08 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Buagift reveals its top 10 summer experiences from Helicopter tours to hotel breaks
These are the top 10 experiences you need to put on your bucket list this summer from Buyagift

Sun, 08 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday May 8
The middle aisle of both Aldi and Lidl are popular with shoppers keen to find a bargain on anything from gardening tools to clothing.

Sun, 08 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Get all your holiday essentials with the LOOKFANTASTIC Getaway Beauty Box
From SPF to shimmer oil, you’ll have everything you need to keep your skin healthy and protected.

Sun, 08 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
13 weird and wonderful royal items to help you host the best Jubilee garden party
In June people up and down the UK will be celebrating the Platinum Jubilee as Queen Elizabeth II will become the first British Monarch to celebrate 70 years on the throne.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
LEGOLAND Windsor opens new Mythica Magical Forest and it's what dreams are made of
LEGOLAND's Mythica Magical Forest brings to life all the weird and wonderful LEGO creatures.

Sat, 07 May 2022 22:46:15 +0100
Six-year-old twins missing in south London now found
Police have launched an urgent appeal for six-year-old twins who went missing from their front garden in south London.

Sat, 07 May 2022 17:13:05 +0100
Bus crashes into building on Sutton High Street
The front of a bus has been smashed after it crashed into a building on Sutton High Street.

Sat, 07 May 2022 16:55:11 +0100
Beckenham firefighter hosts men’s mental health walking group
A Beckenham firefighter is celebrating eight months since the launch of his men’s walking group, specifically for those working in emergency services.

Sat, 07 May 2022 15:41:31 +0100
Monkeypox case is confirmed in England, UKHSA say
The individual is said to have contracted the infection in Nigeria

Sat, 07 May 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Questions over shipping container kiosk on Wanstead green
Many of us opposed Vision RCL’s plan to install a shipping container posing as a café on Wanstead’s Christ Church Green. However, it was installed and we taxpayers expected to see the blessed thing operational because the council said it needed ...

Sat, 07 May 2022 14:48:09 +0100
South east London Starbucks fundraise for Lewisham and Greenwich hospitals
Starbucks stores across south east London have delivered wellbeing bags to hospital staff at University Hospital Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Sat, 07 May 2022 13:11:24 +0100
Wandsworth: Drugs found near Latchmere playground
Drugs have been found near a children’s playground in Latchmere, Wandsworth.

Sat, 07 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Recalling when Queen Victoria visited Epping Forest 140 years ago
Queen Victoria visited High Beach on May 6, 1882 and declared “it gives me the greatest satisfaction to dedicate this beautiful Forest to the use and enjoyment of my people for all time".

Sat, 07 May 2022 10:04:26 +0100
Conservative candidate Jason Perry elected as Croydon Mayor
Jason Perry has won the borough's historic Mayoral election with 38,612 votes, making him the first-ever Mayor of Croydon.

Sat, 07 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Former east London high street pictured before it was developed
A stark view of The Ridgeway towards the Edlebury Road junction in 1929.

Sat, 07 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Monster Jam is coming to London: How to get tickets
The infamous monster truck show is heading to London for the first time ever and you can get tickets.

Sat, 07 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Redbridge street 'hasn't been resurfaced since 1985'
A resident frustrated by the “diabolical” state of potholes on his road has received a personal assurance from Redbridge Council’s leader that it will be fixed soon.

Sat, 07 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Ex-council leader seeks judicial review of ombudsman report
The former leader of Haringey Council is planning to take the Local Government Ombudsman to court after he was criticised in a recent report.

Sat, 07 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Lewisham man in court over dangerous Rottweiler
A man from Lewisham has appeared in court over his "dangerously out of control" Rottweiler which injured a woman.

Sat, 07 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Shooters Hill singer who busked on Bromley streets to headline Wembley Arena
The frontman of a Ska band from Shooters Hill has gone from living out of a storage unit to travelling the country on the nationwide tour.

Sat, 07 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Best and worst Wetherspoons in South East London according to Tripadvisor
Wetherspoons is known for its cheap drinks, sometimes questionable food and toilets that always seem to be hundreds of stairs away from your seat.

Sat, 07 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The lost nightclubs of south east London- from Bon Bonne to the Venue
THERE is no denying that us south east Londoners know how to have a great night out.

Sat, 07 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Moulin Rouge windmill is opening its doors for the first time - How to book with Airbnb
Airbnb has just added a new listing and it's the only and only the legendary Parisian landmark - the Moulin Rouge! Take a peek inside.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Father's Day 2022: Buyagift reveals top experiences to treat your Dad from golf to skydiving
Father's Day is closer than you think...treat him to a memory he'll treasure with one of Buyagift's top experiences.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
UK drivers issued warning over 8 driving laws they could be breaking this summer
Barbecues and beer gardens could be on the horizon as the later weeks of May look set to bring the summer weather.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
10 simple cooking hacks that will slash energy bills for UK households
From cups of tea to three-course meals, food and drink prep requires lots of different appliances.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Tesco, Lidl and Greggs issue urgent warning to customers over fears for their health
Food allergies and chocking hazards are among the reasons behind a number of food items being recalled by suppliers.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Netflix users across the UK issued warning over hidden £16 charge
Customers claim they were unknowingly charged more by the streaming giant with users complaining over a £15.99 charge.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
MONOPOLY is set to undergo a major change and it needs your help
Hasbro has revealed that popular board game MONOPOLY is set to undergo a major change and is asking for your help.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Martin Lewis urges UK holidaymakers to make 10 important checks to cut cost holidays
The Money Saving Expert founder has shared guidance with Brits following the recent chaos of passport delays

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
The most iconic celeb dresses from Diana's revenge dress to Beyonce's Lemonade dress
What are the most iconic celeb dresses of the past 30 years? Nasty Gal has the answers for you.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Universal Credit, Tesco and Sky: 6 major money changes that could affect you in May
This Month, Brits can expect some huge financial changes and deadlines affecting affecting everyday life as the cost-of-living crisis deepens.

Sat, 07 May 2022 00:00:00 +0100
Universal Credit, Tesco and Sky: 6 major money changes that could affect you in May
This Month, Brits can expect some huge financial changes and deadlines affecting affecting everyday life as the cost-of-living crisis deepens.

Fri, 06 May 2022 10:48:58 +0100
Friday EuroMillions draw has £164 million jackpot
Friday’s EuroMillions jackpot is £164 million

Fri, 06 May 2022 20:23:00 +0100
Bromley local election results 2022: Conservatives win
Bromley Council will still be under the control of Conservatives after the local 2022 elections.

Fri, 06 May 2022 18:27:15 +0100
Greenwich local election results 2022: Labour holds
Greenwich Council will remain under the control of Labour after the local 2022 elections after winning 52 seats.

Fri, 06 May 2022 18:12:40 +0100
Group allegedly attack swans at Southmere lake
Police are hunting for a group of individuals after they allegedly attacked swans with catapults at Southmere lake.

Fri, 06 May 2022 18:01:56 +0100
Conservatives win Harrow Council in 2022 local elections
The Conservatives clinched a shock victory in Harrow, offering the party a spark of hope on what was a difficult night in London.

Fri, 06 May 2022 17:53:44 +0100
Douglas Way Lewisham stabbing: Man taken to hospital
A man, aged in his 40s, has been taken to hospital after being stabbed in Lewisham.

Fri, 06 May 2022 12:21:41 +0100
Muswell Hill bar disputes 'uncorroborated' noise complaints
Owners of a Muswell Hill night spot have responded to neighbours’ concerns over their bid to relax licensing conditions.

Fri, 06 May 2022 17:39:39 +0100
Lewisham local election results: Labour holds
LEWISHAM Council will still be under the control of the Labour party after the local 2022 elections.

Fri, 06 May 2022 17:31:29 +0100
Sutton local elections: All councillors elected and their wards
The newly elected councillors for the wards in Sutton have been announced.

Fri, 06 May 2022 08:08:45 +0100
London Tube closures this weekend: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this weekend.

Fri, 06 May 2022 16:48:16 +0100
Creek Road Deptford flat block fire caused by hot works
London Fire Brigade has released the cause of a fire which broke out on the roof of a flat block in Deptford and lasted 12 hours.



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