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Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:01:50 +0100Station Road Sidcup crash: Motorcyclist in critical condition
A MOTORCYCLIST is in a critical condition after a crash with a car in Sidcup.
Thu, 08 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100Sidcup man reunites with surfer who saved his life
A man from Sidcup has reunited with the “saviour” surfer who saved his life when he nearly drowned in South Africa 13 years ago.
Thu, 08 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100Brixton High Street welcomes new itsu restaurant
Asian-inspired restaurant Itsu is offering its first 400 customers to free food today in Brixton High Street, ahead of the official opening on Friday.
Thu, 08 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100Wimbledon: Centre Court car park incident ‘could have killed someone’
A woman who was injured after concrete fell through the ceiling in an underground car park has said it was an “accident waiting to happen” and claims it could have resulted in a death.
Thu, 08 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100Croydon actor ‘dreams big’ with plans to move to the US
An actor from Croydon says there is a “light at the end of the tunnel” after he lost both his parents to cancer.
Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:05:00 +0100Greenwich house prices: Average house prices soar by £12,000
The latest data from the government department reveals that in June 2022 average house prices in Greenwich reached £440,375.
Thu, 08 Sep 2022 09:43:41 +0100Royal Mail strikes: Workers begin September strikes as more industrial action confirmed
Further industrial action by Communication Workers Union members is also planned for the end of the month.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 16:16:56 +0100Streatham Hill shooting: 'Community scared and kids off school'
The pastor at a church which a man who was shot dead by police in Streatham Hill attended as a child has said the community is scared following the incident.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 16:17:22 +0100Missing Bromley man last seen more than two weeks ago
Police are concerned for a missing man from Bromley.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 14:30:00 +0100Bright Little Stars Stanmore receives gold education award
A nursery has become the first in Harrow to achieve a ‘gold’ award in a scheme run by the Mayor of London.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 14:15:00 +0100Stanmore woman who created Macmillan Coffee Morning dies
The creator of a major cancer fundraiser event that has raised over £290million has died.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0100Loughton Town Council’s Horticultural Show a success
Keen gardeners were able to show off produce from their allotments at a horticultural show.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 14:53:13 +0100Parents of baby at centre of life-support treatment fight interviewed by police
The parents of a baby at the centre of a life-support treatment fight have been interviewed by police after the little boy suffered what “appeared” to be “non-accidental injuries” to his brain and ribs, Court of Appeal judges have been told.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 12:38:37 +0100O2 Arena Greenwich security guard punched in face
A security guard at the O2 Arena in Greenwich was punched in the face while intervening to try and stop a robbery.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 12:39:07 +0100Streatham Hill shooting: Metropolitan Police statement
The Metropolitan Police has expressed its condolences to the loved ones of a rapper who was shot dead by armed officers, saying the force understands that “the family and community want answers”.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 12:14:47 +0100Barnet landlord fined over dangerous house
A Barnet landlord who housed five tenants in a dangerous property with an “overbearing smell” has been forced to pay £24,000.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:31:17 +0100Big Ben covered in white paint as Animal Rebellion protest
Activist group Animal Rebellion protested the dairy industry by throwing white paint on Big Ben.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:38:42 +0100Diwali coming to Wembley Park early with large celebration
Diwali is coming to Wembley Park early with a parade, performances and food stalls.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:29:22 +0100Pistol and sawn off shotgun seized in Sidcup and Kent
Two people have been charged after a pistol and sawn off shotgun was seized in Sidcup and Kent.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0100Daisy volunteers shortlisted in PENNA
Volunteers who support dying patients at a hospital have been shortlisted for four awards.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +01003Food4U offering free internet via Vodafone charity scheme
The largest emergency food agency in Epping Forest is helping disadvantaged people connect to the internet thanks to a scheme operated by a leading network provider.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:53:25 +0100Streatham Hill shooting: Single round fired by armed officers
A single round was fired by armed officers who shot a man dead following a police chase in south London on Monday evening, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:11:42 +0100Missing Croydon boy, 14, last seen five days ago
Police are appealing for help in finding a missing 14-year-old boy.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:27:14 +0100Walworth Road crash: Moped rider in critical condition
The rider of a moped is seriously injured and in a critical condition after a crash with a car in Walworth.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100Plans to ban Croydon public drinking would lead to 'social cleansing', councillor warns
Plans to ban public drinking in Croydon town centre would lead to “social cleansing” a councillor has warned.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100Halifax bank to leave high street in Mitcham for good
Halifax has announced it will leave a high street in Mitcham for good, causing “anger and disappointment” from local customers.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100The Bromley-born energy saving app helping to monitor usage
A software designer from Bromley has created an energy saving app which helps users control how much energy they’re using.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:30:00 +0100Lewisham house prices: Average house prices soar by £8,000
The latest data from the government department reveals that in June 2022 average house prices in Lewisham reached £455,005.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:22:00 +0100Sutton house prices: Average house prices rise by £7,000
The latest data from the government department reveals that in June 2022 average house prices in Sutton reached £437,192.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 18:32:08 +0100BBC EastEnders star Danny Dyer quit EastEnders 'fearing he would die' amid drug binges
The EastEnders star sat down with BBC bosses and told them "I'm going to die".
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 16:51:38 +0100Cineworld bankruptcy: UK cinema chain files for bankruptcy in US - what we know
Cineworld had previously warned audience numbers have been weaker than expected and predicted they will stay low until November.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:22:51 +0100Grand Designs: Kent couple take on post-war prefab home
Last week saw the return of the hit Channel 4 architectural show Grand Designs which sees ambitious individuals build their dream family home.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:46:38 +0100Coronation Street star Adam Rickitt issues scam warning on ITV Good Morning Britain
Adam Rickitt appeared on the show following an emotional video the actor posted on Instagram.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:45:14 +0100Liz Truss branded 'imbecile' by Johnny Mercer's wife after Cabinet reshuffle
Felicity Cornelius-Mercer said the system “stinks” and “treats people appallingly” after Liz Truss replaced her husband Johnny Mercer as veterans minister
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:43:45 +0100Liz Truss plans energy bills freeze at £2,500 to help out households
Details have not yet been finalised but the energy bills freeze is expected to be funded by general taxation.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:42:01 +0100When is the Apple launch of iPhone 14, and new Apple Watch? How to watch 'Far Out' event
Apple is holding a major launch event this week where it will reveal the new iPhone 14, Apple Watch series 8 and possibly more to fans.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:30:12 +0100Aldi, Tesco, Co-Op and Sainsbury's best time to get reduced food
It's a well-known fact that Brits love a bargain, and nothing is better than free food and products.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:24:42 +0100Justin Bieber cancels Justice world tour indefinitely with doubt cast over 2023 UK dates
Justin Bieber has cancelled his Justice World Tour for 'the time being' as doubt is cast over his 2023 dates in London, Glasgow, Manchester and more.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:39:08 +0100Peppa Pig to feature first lesbian couple in groundbreaking Channel 5 episode this week
Penny says: "I’m Penny Polar Bear. I live with my mummy and my other mummy."
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:02:00 +0100McDonald's Monopoly official returns for 2022
McDonald’s Monopoly is returning to the fast food restaurant today.
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:01:00 +0100Crypto scam warning issued to investors as victims lose hundreds of thousands
The ombudsman service said it has seen examples of consumers being scammed out of tens or even hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:46:41 +0100Streatham Hill shooting: Recap from Kirkstall Gardens scene
A man has died in hospital after being shot by armed police following a pursuit which ended in Kirkstall Gardens in Streatham Hill on Monday evening.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 17:55:36 +0100Edgware town centre will receive a 'major transformation'
Edgware town centre will receive a major transformation with improved transport links.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 17:30:49 +0100Lioness Chloe Kelly honoured with special bus ride
Kelly, 24, used to regularly take the 92 bus from her home in Ealing, west London to the stadium on FA Cup final day to buy a programme.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 17:05:21 +0100Community Fibre will be rolling out in Harrow
Thousands of people in Harrow will soon be able to access a London-exclusive high broadband service.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:43:12 +0100Bursted Wood Bexleyheath: Arrest after man exposes himself
Police have made an arrest after a man exposed himself in broad daylight Bexleyheath.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:23:37 +0100Croydon Council to launch major crackdown to tackle violence
Croydon Council is launching a major crackdown to tackle violence in nine neighbourhoods in the borough.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:19:55 +0100Man, 90, convicted of stabbing blind wife in Orpington bed
A 90-year-old man has been found guilty of stabbing his blind and ailing wife while she tried to sleep, after 60 years of happy marriage.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:06:47 +0100Man shot dead by police in Streatham Hill named
A man who was shot dead by police after a chase in south London was months away from becoming a father, according to the mother of his fiancee.
Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:12:49 +0100Croydon drivers can apply for free permits to avoid fines on roads
Hundreds of Croydon drivers can apply for free permits to avoid fines on roads in South Norwood, Broad Green and Addiscombe.