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Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000Items signed by Mark Noble among donations for toy appeal
Donations including a football signed by West Ham legend Mark Noble keep coming for this year's Newham Christmas Toy Appeal - but more gifts are needed.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000Stratford involved in UK's largest health research programme
Stratford people are being invited to take part in the UK’s largest health research programme to help prevent and detect diseases like cancer, stroke and diabetes.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000Romford is 'most dangerous town' for workplace injuries
Romford workers beware as the town is named the location with the most workplace accidents per capita in the UK, according to new research.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000Ministry of Justice calls for south east London volunteer magistrates
The Ministry of Justice is calling for south east Londoners to apply to become volunteer magistrates within the community.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000Sidcup woman uses same weight loss tip as I'm a Celeb's Chris Moyles
A woman from Sidcup who lost nine stone using the same tip as I'm a Celeb's Chris Moyles said she kept it off - and she still enjoys a doner kebab every Friday.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000London Underground traveller breaks world record
A woman has broken the world record for the longest ever journey on the London Underground - lasting 48 HOURS.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 09:24:04 +0000Matt Hancock broke government rules to be on I'm A Celeb
Matt Hancock has broken Government rules to appear on ITV's I'm A Celeb, a Parliament watchdog has said.
Wed, 23 Nov 2022 09:19:20 +0000Pensioners to receive £600 to help with energy bills today
Pensioners are to receive their Winter Fuel Payments from today.
Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:32:21 +0000Hampstead director's film explores the Quintessentially British
Hampstead director and producer Frank Mannion shot much of his quirky documentary Quintessentially British locally including a segment at Hampstead Garden Suburb's community arts festival
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 20:54:14 +0000Maths GCSE Grade 9 at just 10! Romani Pathak Townley Grammar School
For secondary school students, the topic of GCSEs tends to be filled with dread - lots of revision, studying and independent working are just some of the things students give up their time for - the content gets harder and more hard work has to be pu...
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 20:45:20 +0000Locking eyes with a Jaguar by Scarlett Brock, Newstead Wood School
There is nothing quite like locking eyes with a Jaguar.
Sun, 20 Nov 2022 16:30:58 +0000The room with a million diya in TGS
Townley Grammar School, partnered with Yog Foundation, celebrates Diwali by showcasing a beautiful room with a million diya.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 18:54:22 +0000Impacts of Diabetes - by Yashashvi Mehta, Parmiter's School
Type 2 diabetes is lifelong; it affects 4.9 million people in UK. If poor lifestyles choices continue to be made, 5.5 million may have it by 2030.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:21:12 +0000East London football fan shaves chest and back for England
A footy-mad scaffolder will roar the Three Lions on in the World Cup by visiting pubs and revealing an England flag – shaved into his chest hair.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000Footballer Marcus Rashford supports Tower Hamlets youngsters
England World Cup goalscorer Marcus Rashford named an East London teenager as a national award winner in an online awards presentation.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:11:09 +0000Jack Grealish is World Cup treasure says viral superfan
The woman behind the Mrs Grealish 69 shirt, who became a viral sensation during the men’s UEFA European Football Championship in 2021, has detailed what it is exactly that makes Jack Grealish “a national treasure” following his first ever Worl...
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:48:00 +0000The worrying rise in knife crime in Kingston and Merton
Kingston has recorded London's biggest year-on-year increase in knife crime, according to Met Police data, with Merton not far behind.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:59:21 +0000Elm Park mum fights closure of Havering children’s centres
An Elm Park mum is urging Havering Council to reconsider its proposal to close “lifeline” children’s centres.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:43:36 +0000Grade II listed BBC Maida Vale Studios for sale for £10.5m
The iconic BBC Maida Vale Studios that launched the careers of many a musician has been listed for sale.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:10:52 +0000Harlow anti-social behaviour crackdown seizes 75 e-scooters
Police have seized 75 e-scooters in a crackdown on town centre anti-social behaviour.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:26:13 +0000Redbridge Council to unveil Covid-19 memorial plaque
A plaque will be unveiled by Redbridge Council on Saturday, November 26, to remember all those lost to and who were affected by Covid-19
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:41:36 +0000Crouch End conciliator Tim Denby-Wood dies aged 93
Tim Denby-Wood, who died on October 16 aged 93, made a lasting contribution to north London as the first chairman of the revived Crouch End Playing Fields Protection Society (CREOS) from 1984.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:25:49 +0000Stay Safe and Well this Winter event held in Waltham Abbey
An event to encourage older residents to stay safe and healthy proved popular.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:23:35 +0000Barnet family has 'no electricity at home' rule to cut bills
A dad who introduced a “no electricity at home” policy only has the heating on once a week and has forced his family to wear head torches to save money on their electricity bill.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:05:12 +0000Princess Alexandra Hospital to open £2.5 million unit
A hospital is set to open a £2.5 million facility next spring for patients with cancer, which will “largely eliminate” the need to bring in external support.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:49:26 +0000New Hampstead and Highgate parliamentary constituency proposed
Hampstead and Highgate may return as a single constituency under boundary changes but proposals may "dilute the voice of Haringey".
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:54:14 +0000Man's anger after escaping Jaguar on fire on M1 near Watford
A man who escaped a blaze in his car said he is outraged that a car dealership is not carrying out an investigation.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:18:15 +0000Just Stop Oil, the new Earth First. Brianna Chelaru Parmiter's School.
On 8th November, a disturbance was caused on the M25 by environmental activist group Just Stop Oil, causing long traffic queues on this motorway and neighbouring towns, with delays of up to 70 minutes. As part of the protest, a member of the organisa...
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:43:40 +0000Mitcham man jailed after abusing the Metropolitan Police
An abusive repeat caller to the Metropolitan Police from Mitcham has been jailed.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:53:35 +0000Wimbledon Hartfield Crescent: Jewellery stolen from home
Two men have walked into a home in Wimbledon and taken unique jewellery after raiding drawers and cabinets.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:32:10 +0000Five Guys announces opening date for new Romford restaurant
Five Guys has announced the opening date of its new restaurant in Romford.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:18:47 +0000Man appears in court charged with 1984 Kennington murder
A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with murdering a man 38 years ago.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:48:05 +0000Limes Farm football 'reducing risk of kids involvement in crime'
A community football project has attracted more than 80 children to register and "reduced kids' risk of becoming involved in crime".
Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:45:00 +0000London's Best Festive Menus for December & Christmas Day
The Resident’s pick of London’s best Christmas menus, from festive specials available throughout December to indulgent Christmas Day menus available at some of London’s best restaurants and hotels…
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:21:45 +0000Superhero ball raises £50k to honour frontline NHS staff
Superheroes helped an east London hospital raise £50,000 at its annual charity ball.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:16:36 +0000Superhero ball raises £50k to honour frontline NHS staff
Superheroes helped an east London hospital raise £50,000 at its annual charity ball.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:15:57 +0000Superhero ball raises £50k to honour frontline NHS staff
Superheroes helped an east London hospital raise £50,000 at its annual charity ball.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:16:04 +0000CCTV image released after Waltham Abbey Golf Club burgled
Police want help tracing a man recorded on CCTV as part of an investigation into the theft of a hoover and light bulb during a golf club burglary.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:01:39 +0000No arrests three days after North Cheam Courtenay Road hit-and-run
There have been no updates since an elderly man was killed in a crash with a car in North Cheam on Saturday, police say.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:46:29 +0000Stratford shopping centre reveals 2022 Christmas festivities
A shopping centre will be bringing back a festive competition, hosting a Santa's workshop and inviting customers to donate presents in the run up to Christmas.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:36:11 +0000Chance to have your say on 1,050 home Latton Priory plan
People’s views are being sought on a masterplan for a minimum of 1,050 new homes.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:16:46 +0000Lewisham Russett Way flat fire under investigation
A communal area in a Lewisham tower block was damaged by a fire during the early hours of this morning.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:17:44 +0000Amy Winehouse Music Therapy Room launched by CPotential
Amy Winehouse’s legacy lives on through a music therapy room for disabled children.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:05:27 +0000Review halts major works on Harlow Five Acres flats
Refurbishment to flats has been stopped after leaseholders faced paying tens of thousands for the work.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:51:03 +0000Restaurant Review: Amethyst in Mayfair is a Journey in Fine-Dining
When someone like Grace Dent calls a venue ‘one of the UK’s best restaurants’, your ears prick up.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:45:31 +0000Formal complaint after Camden Council mistakenly sends insulting email
Camden Council has received a formal complaint after an officer accidentally sent an insulting email to a resident of the Chalcots estate.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:12:47 +0000East Ham house fire caused by lithium-ion batteries
A house was badly damaged in a blaze believed to have been caused when batteries caught fire.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:20:51 +0000Superhero ball raises £50k to honour frontline NHS staff
Superheroes helped an east London hospital raise £50,000 at its annual charity ball.
Thu, 17 Nov 2022 13:51:44 +0000Christmas and family shows to book in north London
From Rumpelstiltskin to Jack and the Beanstalk there's a host of festive family shows across north London to book this Christmas
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:09:46 +0000Prince of Peckham worker loses sight after stabbing
A member of staff at a Peckham pub has lost sight in one eye after being stabbed.