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Thu, 22 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Kings Arms pub Bexleyheath launches cost-of-living family offer
A PUB in Bexleyheath has launched a new offer to help feed families of four despite the ongoing cost of living crisis.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Greenwich prisoner who died from tuberculosis let down by medical staff
A prisoner who died from tuberculosis was let down by medical staff who were not trained to deal with his long-term health conditions, an ombudsman report said.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Croydon security patrols accused of 'bullying'
New security guards patrolling the streets in Croydon town centre have been accused of “bullying” behaviour by one local dad.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 09:40:19 +0100
Aldi announces major change to help customers save the environment
Customers can bring their soft plastic to recycle at Aldi stores.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 08:17:45 +0100
When is the Golden Globe Awards ceremony 2023?
The 80th Golden Globes are due to take place in 2023 and the exact date has now been revealed.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 23:09:22 +0100
Why do we have Bank Holidays? by Zubayda Alege from Townley Grammar
Two weeks ago on the eighth of September, Queen Elizabeth died. At the time of this remorseful event, my friend wondered aloud the question of how long we would be off school. To of course get the chance to mourn, reflect and remember the great par t...

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:02:43 +0100
Metropolitan Police officers found guilty of sending grossly offensive messages
A judge branded comments made by a serving Metropolitan Police officer and a former constable “sickening” and “abhorrent”.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:28:57 +0100
Missing South Yorkshire boy has links to Croydon
Police are continuing to appeal for help in finding a missing boy who has links to Croydon.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:43:26 +0100
Nearly 5,000 empty homes in Merton amid housing crisis
Nearly 5,000 homes in Merton are lying empty as the capital faces a housing crisis.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:09:34 +0100
TfL £500 million bailout create fears for council tax increase
Cuts from Transport for London could see council tax for those living in the capital increase

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:29:58 +0100
Starbucks planning application submitted to Bexley Council
A planning application has been submitted to Bexley Council for a new Starbucks store in Crayford.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:13:23 +0100
Man wins fight with Lambeth Council over bus lane fine
A man has won his fight against a £130 fine for accidentally driving in a bus lane that has netted a South London council £6 million.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:49:40 +0100
Missing Kent boy believed to be in Croydon with missing girl
A young boy from Kent is believed to be with a missing girl in Croydon.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:13:01 +0100
Stalker Beckenham driving instructor jailed
An “infatuated” driving instructor has been jailed after he broke a restraining order just nine days after it was imposed and drove more than 200 miles to see a former pupil he had been stalking.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:54:56 +0100
Man, 90, spared jail for stabbing blind wife at Orpington home
A 90-year-old man has been spared jailed for stabbing his blind and ailing wife of more than 60 years.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:44:54 +0100
Clitterhouse Playing Fields, Brent Cross Town consultation
Parkgoers can give their views on the latest park town developments.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:21:01 +0100
Sainsbury’s Merton High Street: Suspect hunt after bike thefts
Police are urging witnesses to come forward after bikes were stolen from three young boys in Merton.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:17:31 +0100
Sainsbury’s Merton High Street: Suspect hunt after bike thefts
Police are urging witnesses to come forward after bikes were stolen from three young boys in Merton.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:18:08 +0100
Sainsbury’s Merton High Street: Suspect hunt after bike thefts
Police are urging witnesses to come forward after bikes were stolen from three young boys in Merton.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:13:26 +0100
Camberwell Road crash: Two men treated at scene  
TWO men have been treated at the scene of a three-car crash in Camberwell.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Two charity walks in Epping Forest to support 3Food4U
People will be stepping out on two walks on Sunday to raise money for Epping Forest’s largest emergency food agency.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
From social events to budgeting: ‘My survival guide for university freshers week’ 
Are you gearing up to go to university for freshers week? Then you're probably riddled with questions about starting and what to expect for one of the best weeks of your life.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:57:36 +0100
Cost of living: What help is the government giving for energy bills?
People up and down the country are facing soaring energy bills amidst an increasing cost of living crisis.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:42:30 +0100
Rob Beckett named as BBC Unbreakable host with celeb cast from Loose Women and Strictly
The new BBC contest features stars from Loose Women and Strictly Come Dancing- as well as musicians and Olympians.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:07:06 +0100
Energy bills: Governement to announce support for businesses amid crisis
The new Energy Bill Relief Scheme provides a discount on wholesale costs for all non-domestic customers

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:45:14 +0100
Strictly Come Dancing 2022: Everything you need to know from line up to what start time
Dust off your dancing shoes because Strictly Come Dancing is back this weekend

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:42:46 +0100
Queen’s funeral viewing figures beat Euro 2020 final but not Princess Diana’s funeral
More than 26 million viewers tuned in to the historic event.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:41:06 +0100
Asda TikTok user shares UberEats deal which can see you get free food until September 30
The video has accumulated thousands of likes and shares over the past few days as Brits look for ways to cut costs.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:34:42 +0100
Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield 'call lawyers' in Queen queue jump row
The This Morning presenters have reportedly been left “distraught” following the queue jump row.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Grand Designs: Hertfordshire couple take on sloping build in Chess Valley
The popular Channel 4 architectural show Grand Designs sees a Hertfordshire couple take on a sloping build in Chess Valley.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100
Meghan Markle has 'written' to King Charles III requesting a 'meeting'
Meghan Markle was seen in tears during the Queen’s funeral on Monday along with other members of the Royal Family.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 11:05:48 +0100
M25 Dartford Tunnel traffic after car overturns: Live updates
A car has overturned on the M25 - blocking the road anti-clockwise near to Dartford Tunnel.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 11:05:51 +0100
M25 Dartford Tunnel traffic after car overturns: Recap
A car has overturned on the M25 - blocking the road anti-clockwise near to Dartford Tunnel.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:41:50 +0100
Bank of England issues 'long queues' warning ahead of £20 and £50 September deadline
As well as banks, Brits will also be able to exchange the old notes on Post Offices too.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:48:09 +0100
Madeleine McCann's parents lose latest stage of legal battle against Portuguese detective
Madeleine McCann disappeared while on holiday with her family in Praia da Luz, Portugal in May 2007.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:10:31 +0100
ITV bosses in talks amid petition for Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield to be sacked
The This Morning presenters have received criticism from some on social media after they appeared inside Westminster Hall on Friday

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 20:43:02 +0100
Buckhurst Hill jet-ski teen becomes British champ
A teenage jet ski racer has been crowned a British champion after coming first in a recent competition

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 20:07:21 +0100
Call to repair dangerous temporary pavement surface
A temporary fix to repair a pavement damaged by lorries has left it "unusable" for 18 months.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 17:42:05 +0100
Tooting High Street assault: Hunt for man
POLICE have released CCTV footage of a topless man they would like to speak to after an assault in Tooting.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:15:36 +0100
Planned Epping Forest road closures including Harlow and Loughton
Drivers may find their journeys disrupted to a number of temporary road closures for roadworks next month.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:27:31 +0100
Queen's state funeral: My experience in central London
It was at around 12.30pm on September 8 when Buckingham Palace released a statement that shook the nation.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:55:07 +0100
Brookehowse Road Bellingham: Person rushed to hospital  
A PERSON has been rushed to hospital after falling in Bellingham.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:51:27 +0100
A282 Dartford Tunnel crash: Drug-driving suspect arrested
One person has been arrested after a crash near to Dartford Tunnel this morning.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:27:57 +0100
Harlesden man fined nearly £2k for blaring loud music from speakers
A man has been fined £1,800 after a London council had to seize his noisy speakers.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:15:53 +0100
When Sticky Bundits won best sandwich at British Street Food Awards
A business was "over the moon" to achieve national recognition for its creative sandwich five years ago this week.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:23:49 +0100
The Grove West Wickham: Ambulance statement after bin lorry crash
London Ambulance Service has released information after a man in his 70s has died following a crash with a bin lorry in Bromley.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:33:28 +0100
When postman's picture of Tower Bridge with Olympic rings viewed 10 million times
An Epping postman's photo of Tower Bridge became an internet sensation ten years ago this week.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 12:54:20 +0100
Serving community and not profit should be supermarkets' priority
What a different society there would be if things were run on the basis of the common good of all.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 12:33:17 +0100
West Lodge Sidcup School receives letter from the Queen after death
A SCHOOL in Sidcup received a letter from the Queen which was written just two days before her death.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 12:13:32 +0100
Woodbourne Avenue Streatham Hill flat fire: Woman in hospital
A woman has been taken to hospital after a flat fire in Streatham Hill.



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