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Mon, 17 Oct 2022 08:55:35 +0100Dartford Crossing shut as Just Stop Oil protestors climb QE2 Bridge: Live
The A282 southbound on the Dartford Crossing is closed as two Just Stop Oil protestors climb the QE2 bridge.
Mon, 17 Oct 2022 09:45:26 +0100Dartford Crossing QEII bridge traffic amid Just Stop Oil protests
Two Just Stop Oil protesters have climbed to the top of a major road bridge linking Essex and Kent, forcing police to close it to traffic.
Mon, 17 Oct 2022 09:14:16 +0100Redbridge councillor and campaigner would be worthy award winner
There was fantastic news last week that Redbridge Labour councillor Rosa Gomez has been shortlisted for a prestigious local government award.
Mon, 17 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Ru Paul star River Medway to perform in Bromley and Dartford
Star of Ru Paul’s Drag Race, River Medway, says it feels “nice to be home” as she prepares for her theatre debut in Death Drop: Back in the habit showing in Bromley and Dartford.
Mon, 17 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Greenwich Council can’t identify issues on crash-riddled Rochester Way
The News Shopper has reported on five different crashes in Rochester Way in Eltham between March and October this year – with one resulting in a fatality.
Mon, 17 Oct 2022 07:54:26 +0100Just Stop Oil protestors climb QE2 bridge causing closure and delays
Two Just Stop Oil activists have climbed to the top of the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, causing delays at the Dartford Crossing.
Mon, 17 Oct 2022 07:03:55 +0100UK to enter recession until summer 2023, experts warn
The UK economy could be in recession until next summer, financial experts have said.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100UK Market Chaos Explained: Energy prices, mortgages and interest rates
As Liz Truss takes over as UK Prime Minister of a Tory government, we look at the issues surrounding interest rates, mortgage rates, and rising energy prices.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 22:19:45 +0100Moonlight review, Hari Nolan, Merchant Taylors' School
Moonlight reflects upon the life of Chiron as he ventures through the film’s 3 parts, Little, Chiron and Black. As audience, we are full of empathy to the hardships that Chiron undergoes and the way his relationships impact who he becomes; we feel ...
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 21:06:05 +0100Young band discuss their upcoming live performance and future ambitions (Sarah Fleming, PHS)
Like any good band, ‘Elysium’ turned up late. Having said that, what else would you expect from four teenagers, who are currently navigating the art of balancing GCSEs with life in a band? Thankfully, they were willing to give us all a fascinatin...
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 18:21:46 +0100Review of Iphigenia in Splott - Flora Miller, Putney High School
The Lyric theatre in Hammersmith is currently hosting the production of “Iphigenia in Splott”, an impactful monologue written by Gary Owen and performed by Sophie Melville which opens audiences’ eyes to modern day social systems that fails to ...
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 17:48:26 +0100Murder arrests made after man 'taken against will' in Enfield
Three men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was reportedly taken against his will in a car in Enfield.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 16:42:36 +0100Bromley rated ‘spookiest’ borough in south east London
Bromley has been rated the spookiest borough in south east London, new data shows.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 12:56:33 +0100Dartford Hawley Road: Commercial premises fire treated as suspicious
A fire which broke out in the early hours of this morning at commercial premises in Dartford is being treated as “suspicious”.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 11:28:23 +0100Geoffrey Road Lewisham: Man taken to hospital after crash
A man has been taken to hospital after a crash in Lewisham.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 10:45:28 +0100Man dies after house fire in Lee
A man has died after a house fire in Lee.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 10:08:03 +0100This is what I did for my oily, blemish-prone skin (Lara Wasfy- The Tiffin Girls' School)
Our skin acts as a barrier against the world, so much so that it can get tired fending off pollution and stress. Not to mention that our skin’s health has a direct influence on our wellbeing and mood, which is why it's critical to know how to take ...
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100Compare pictures of south approach to Epping a century apart
The approach to Epping from the south where little has changed to the buildings since 1900.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100See Bexley's cheapest property on Zoopla
From luxury mansions, doer-uppers, former churches and cosy bungalows, the housing market is far and wide much like the prices on the market too.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Cars banned from driving through Greenwich Park
South London residents can walk through a green space in peace after traffic through Greenwich Park has been permanently banned.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 12:27:26 +0100Just Stop Oil protestors spray paint Aston Martin showroom
Just Stop Oil protestors have blocked off Park Lane and spray painted the Aston Martin showroom in London.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 11:23:47 +0100'Breakthrough’ new cancer vaccine could be available by 2030
The team behind the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine against Covid-19 have said a cancer vaccines could be available by 2030.
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, October 16?
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from October 16
Sun, 16 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Greene King offering free pub food and drink to those aged 66 and over
A select number of people aged 66 and over could win free food and drink at Greene King pubs during the 2022 World Cup
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 09:37:03 +0100Revealed: The 18 places you should not park your car
There are lots of issues surrounding where exactly you are allowed to park your car.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 17:03:22 +0100Halfway Street Sidcup crash: Man fighting for life
A man is fighting for his life for in hospital after a crash in Sidcup.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 16:18:56 +0100Appeal 10 years after fire in Barn Mead, Harlow killed six
Ten years after six members of the same family died in a Harlow house fire a fresh appeal for information has been launched by police.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 15:26:23 +0100The Railway Tavern in Longfield to close for refurbishment
The Railway Tavern in Longfield - the village’s only pub - is closing from tomorrow (October 16) for "major" refurbishment.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100The grand Walthamstow house that is now Comely Bank Clinic
Remnants of a pre-urbanised Walthamstow can be found dotted around and about the area, although some are more hidden than others.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 11:57:51 +0100Boy, 17, taken to hospital after shooting in Peckham
A 17-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after being shot in Peckham.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 11:18:21 +0100Pair in court accused of criminal damage to frame of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers
Two women are due to appear in court charged with criminal damage to the frame of a famous Vincent Van Gogh painting at a London art gallery.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 10:47:35 +0100Walworth man admits sexually assaulting woman in queue to see Queen lying in state
A man has admitted sexually assaulting a woman in the queue to attend the Queen’s lying in state.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 10:37:34 +0100Missing child from Bromley last seen more than three weeks ago
Police are appealing for help in finding a missing child from Bromley.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100Bus driver and conductor pictured in east London in 1930s
A wonderful photo of a bus driver and conductor in Cherrydown Avenue in the early 1930s.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100Councillors 'call-in' Croydon mayor's £20 million a year temporary workers contract
Concerns about a multi-million-pound agency staff contract, awarded by Croydon’s new mayor, were raised by the authority’s scrutiny committee.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100Your Local Guardian new Public Notice Portal
We're launching a new portal to keep you up to date with the latest road closures and developments in your area.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Burger King Penge confirms opening of new restaurant
A new Burger King restaurant is set to open in Penge, creating 30 new jobs in the area.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Sidcup cat almost killed after being shot with air rifle
A family in Sidcup have been left devastated after their cat was nearly killed when shot with an air rifle – the second incident of this kind on their street.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Merton libraries to be used as ‘warm banks’ this winter
Merton Council has encouraged residents to visit the borough’s public libraries if they are struggling to keep warm in the coming months.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100Bromley's 5 best cafes according to TripAdvisor reviews
In need of a caffeine fix? Bromley is overflowing with cafes and coffee shops to quench your thirst.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 15:14:58 +0100Animal Rebellion protestors pour milk in shops across the UK
Animal Rebellion protestors coordinated action in stores such as Harrods, Waitrose and Marks and Spencer.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 13:21:04 +0100Rylan Clark recreates X Factor audition look 10 years after ITV talent show appearance
Watch Rylan Clark's iconic X Factor audition from 2012 as he marks a decade in showbiz.
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 09:37:33 +0100Tesco, Aldi, Asda 'do not eat' warnings and product recalls
Asda, Tesco and Aldi are among the supermarkets with 'do not eat' warnings in place
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 09:32:37 +0100HMRC issues Self Assessment scam warning ahead of October tax deadline
“HMRC will never ring up threatening arrest. Only criminals do that."
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 09:31:56 +0100Martin Lewis issues 'unpleasant' financial warning to couples living together in the UK
The warning came in Martin Lewis’ latest Money Saving Expert newsletter
Sat, 15 Oct 2022 08:38:41 +0100Ex BBC Eastenders star Martine McCutcheon breaks silence after brother's death
The former Eastenders star and Love Actually actress opened up on social media following the tragic death of her brother Laurence John, or LJ.
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:32:17 +0100Cheam: Lumley Road and St Dunstan's Hill crash
Police were called at 3.12pm to a collision involving two cars and a van at the junction of St Dunstan's Hill and Lumley Road, Cheam.
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 14:11:37 +0100Liz Truss names Jeremy Hunt as new Chancellor after Kwasi Kwarteng sacking
Prime Minister Liz Truss appointed Jeremy Hunt after sacking Kwasi Kwarteng earlier today
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:58:42 +0100Liz Truss announcement today: What time is Liz Truss speaking today?
Liz Truss will hold a press conference on Friday, Downing Street has confirmed.
Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:54:11 +0100Liz Truss press conference: What will Prime Minister say at announcement?
Reports suggest senior Tories are plotting the possibility of replacing Ms Truss with a joint ticket of Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt