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Tue, 28 Jun 2022 08:44:44 +0100
Heathrow Airport told to reduce passenger charges
Charges are paid by airlines but are generally passed on to passengers in air fares.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Darent Valley Hospital: Bexley 7-year-old left ‘traumatised’
A 7-year-old girl was left sat covered in her own sick during a seven hour wait at Darent Valley hospital’s A&E in Dartford.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Greenwich: Graves can’t be found due to overgrowth in Plumstead Cemetery
A man has spoken of his horror after being unable to find his grandparents’ graves at Plumstead Cemetery in Greenwich.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:32:17 +0100
EuroMillions: £150m jackpot up for grabs tonight
If one lucky UK player were to scoop the entire amount, they would be richer than Serena Williams

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 18:45:35 +0100
Redbridge Council closes budget gap despite £10.2m overspend
Redbridge Council has managed to close the gap in last year’s “challenging” budget despite an overspend of £10.2 million on day-to-day services.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:26:49 +0100
Essex: Industrial unit blaze seen in south east London
A huge fire at an industrial unit in Essex can be seen from across the river in Erith and other parts of south east London and Kent.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:06:01 +0100
Ilford murder: Man arrested after woman killed after street attack
Shocked neighbours have recalled hearing “loud screams” after a woman was attacked in a street.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:58:45 +0100
Warning over Merkur Slots bid to open in High Barnet
Plans to open a gambling venue in High Barnet have sparked concerns over the potential impact on residents and the town centre.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:55:33 +0100
Expect ‘severe disruption’ to south London trams due to strikes
Tram strikes will be held this week in worsening disputes over issues including pay, jobs and conditions.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:45:44 +0100
West Hatch High School students conquer fear in concert
Students performing on stage for the first time showed their character at a summer solstice concert.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:47:08 +0100
Brewery Road Plumstead: Person taken to hospital
A person has been taken to hospital after an incident in Plumstead.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 13:30:53 +0100
Labour regain Harlow seat after "racist" retweet resignation
Labour have won a seat that was formerly held by an ex-councillor who resigned after allegedly “racist” content was retweeted on his Twitter account.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 13:24:46 +0100
Memories of Chinese delegation getting taste of Epping life
A Chinese mayor was hoping to see his town twinned with Epping five years ago this week.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 13:02:54 +0100
Car seized after trying to avoid Stansted Airport parking fees
A car was seized after a driver got stuck while trying to avoid paying nearly £500 in airport parking fees.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:54:38 +0100
Opening of Leytonstone church offering spectacular London views
It's ten years ago this week since a church opened up to allow the public to enjoy the wonderful views it offered of the capital.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:46:46 +0100
Norbury: Woodmansterne Road and Turle Road grass fires investigated
A series of grass fires in the Norbury area are believed to have been started deliberately.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:12:50 +0100
Martens Avenue Bexleyheath sinkhole: Bexley Council update
A section of a residential road in Bexleyheath swallowed up by a large sinkhole will remain closed for around six weeks, says Bexley Council.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:45:53 +0100
Hey Duggee to tour UK theatres for the first time - how to get tickets
The hit CBeebies show Hey Duggie is heading out on the road for a huge UK tour.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:41:23 +0100
Man arrested after woman sexually assaulted on Eltham bus
A man has been arrested after a woman was sexually assaulted on a bus in Eltham.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:05:42 +0100
Wimbledon 2022: Where to watch the tennis tournament for free in London
You can catch the tennis tournament in the sun on the canals off London for free.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:29:07 +0100
London drivers face £160 for entering cycle lanes
Transport for London's new rules means drivers could face a hefty fine.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:12:46 +0100
Bromley Civic Society host historical guided tours
Bromley Civic Society is hosting guided tours around Bromley town centre to teach the community about the heritage of the area.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:29:47 +0100
Beavertown Taproom praised by reviewers after makeover
A newly refurbished pub with raving reviews is the perfect place for punters wishing to enjoy a pint this summer.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:06:42 +0100
ShopDisney releases new Stitch collection to mark 20th anniversary
The iconic and adorable Stitch turns 20 and has a whole new collection on ShopDisney now.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:07:14 +0100
Croydon: firefighters tackle Norbury grass fire
Around seven hectares of wasteland, shrubs and school playing fields were alight in Norbury.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 17:18:41 +0100
Murder investigation as woman found on Cranbrook Road dies
A murder investigation has been launched after a woman who was found seriously injured has now died.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Funding needed to give Transport for London sustainable future
The time has surely come for the Government to stop playing silly games with the funding of Transport for London (TfL) and put it on a secure footing.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:10:33 +0100
Woman found seriously injured on Cranbrook Road in hospital
A woman is in a critical condition after being found with head injuries from a possible assault early this morning.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 13:53:21 +0100
Falconwood: Man arrested after Lingfield Crescent stabbing
A man has been arrested after a stabbing in Falconwood yesterday.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 10:32:11 +0100
Boy, 13, missing from Croydon for four days
A teenage boy has been missing from Croydon for four days.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 09:59:04 +0100
Further strike action possible as latest walkout cripples rail services again
RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said further industrial action has not been ruled out, as a fresh strike crippled train services.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Looking back at Park Cafe in Loughton that sold American soda
Loughton High Street from c1920 showing the Park Café.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0100
58 affordable homes planned for Enfield Green Belt site
A developer plans to build 58 affordable homes on Green Belt land in the north of Enfield.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Cost of living: Rise in south east students eligible for free school meals
Government figures released earlier this month have shown that there has been an increase in children becoming eligible for free school meals across the whole of south east London.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Multi-million pound house for sale in Bromley on Zoopla
This £14million house in Bromley is the most expensive for sale on Zoopla right now.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Bexley ranked second best London borough for star gazing
Bexley has been ranked as the second-best borough in London for star gazing from your garden.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Remembering one of British cinema's unsung Bond heroes
Well, I managed to survive that very hot day last week, which can be a challenge due to certain medical conditions, but never complain as by the time you read this we may have already past the longest day!

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 17:20:00 +0100
A Grave Mistake by Sandra Turner launched at Barnet Library
A new thriller has been launched at a Barnet library after its author raised £500 for library funds.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 16:01:22 +0100
LEGOLAND Windsor reveals that Christmas tickets are now on sale - Book to see Santa now
Book a family day out this winter at LEGOLAND Windsor and meet Father Christmas.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 14:22:29 +0100
Greenwich Council to refurbish six playgrounds in the borough
Six playgrounds in Greenwich have been chosen for refurbishment, including the installation of new equipment that can be used by children with disabilities.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 13:49:21 +0100
A1 closed by Borehamwood due to crash
A crash has shut the A1 by Borehamwood this afternoon.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 12:08:02 +0100
'Adam's chair' helps responders save lives in Epping Forest
Family and friends of a man who collapsed and died have bought specialist equipment for first responders.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Memories of Leytonstone High Road featuring Bearmans, Rex cinema and Red Lion
Leytonstone High Road has been a dominant thoroughfare for centuries, as part of the main highway from Epping to London, leading from the Green Man inn to Stratford. Not only was the high road used to transport goods to London markets, it was also on...

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 12:04:00 +0100
New Cross: Hunt for owner after pit bull attack in Bridgehouse Meadows
A pit bull has attacked another dog and owner at a park in New Cross.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 11:40:19 +0100
Six police to give evidence against woman accused of Everard vigil Covid breach
The Metropolitan Police will call six officers to give evidence at a trial later this year against a woman accused of breaching Covid-19 laws by attending a vigil for murdered Sarah Everard.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 11:23:31 +0100
Singing protesters shut down Edmonton Incinerator meeting
Singing protestors furious about plans to rebuild the Edmonton Incinerator shut down a meeting of north London’s waste authority.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 10:39:31 +0100
Bruce Grove Orpington: Arrests after gun found
Suspects have been arrested after a gun and large amount of cash were found in a vehicle in Orpington.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Rare picture of Butler's Retreat drinking fountain in Chingford
A rarely seen image of the drinking fountain adjacent to Butler’s Retreat c1900.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 05:26:00 +0100
The Eagles at BST Hyde Park: Everything you need to know
The iconic bang is heading to Hyde Park to perform a special show as part of BST Hyde Park.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 05:07:00 +0100
Take a look inside the £900,000 cottage in Greenwich on Rightmove now
The unique Georgian home is a characterful home on Rightmove now.



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