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Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:00:01 +0000Save on your 2026 breaks with Jet2holidays
You know the tune and now Jet2holidays key message is ‘Nothing beats that just-booked feeling!’
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:27:36 +0000LIVE updates as busy road in Woolwich closed due to fire
A busy road in Woolwich is closed following a fire. Live updates here.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 07:47:23 +0000Man accused of murdering boy, 15, in Islington appears in court
A man accused of murdering a 15-year-old boy who was stabbed in north London has appeared in court.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Five more restaurants, cafes and fast-food spots that opened in Havering this year
Here are five more restaurants, cafes, fast food spots and eateries that opened around Havering in 2025.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000All the big Greenwich plans set for 2026 with demolished buildings and more
Several tower blocks could be coming to Woolwich town centre in 2026. These are some of the plans to build homes throughout Greenwich in the coming years.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Beloved pubs that we lost in Croydon this year
Several well-known pubs across Croydon closed down in 2025, marking one of the toughest years yet for the borough’s hospitality scene.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Care home improves rating from 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' in new inspection
Manley Court Care Home in New Cross has improved its inspection rating from ‘Requires Improvement’ to ‘Good’ following a positive assessment by inspectors.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Meet the south east Londoners who inspired us in 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, south east Londoners have given plenty of reasons to celebrate community spirit, creativity and resilience.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Bus routes across London heavily disrupted on New Year's Eve
Bus routes across London will be seriously disrupted on New Year’s Eve.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000No objections to new Orpington development of up to 350 homes
Plans have received no objections from Bexley for a new Orpington development of up to 350 homes, with half earmarked as affordable housing.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'One of the largest houses in Barnes' for sale at £10.5 million
Luxury seven-bedroom house in Barnes Village, Castelnau, for sale at £10.5m. Features pool, cinema, gym, and views of London Wetlands. Near top schools.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 06:31:11 +0000Two members of Anthony Joshua's team killed in crash as boxer in 'stable' condition
Two members of British boxer Anthony Joshua's team have been confirmed as being killed in a car crash in Lagos.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:31:00 +0000Plans submitted for homes on site of historic Upminster pub
The Old White Horse pub in Upminster could be redeveloped with nine homes on the site, if new plans are approved.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:29:37 +0000All the roadworks and other important public notices in north London
A roundup of roadworks and other important public notices in north London
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:01:00 +0000Person dies after incident at Thornton Heath station
A person has died after a casualty on the track in Thornton Heath.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000Major Romford toy shop closes permanently next week
The Entertainer in The Mercury Shopping Centre, Romford will close permanently on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:40:27 +0000Man in his 30s fighting life after bicycle and van crash in Greenwich
A man in his 30s is fighting for his life after a bicycle and van crash in Greenwich.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:09:44 +0000Dagenham & Redbridge striker Andy Carol charged with breaching non-molestation order
The former England striker and Dagenham and Redbridge player Andy Carroll is due in court after he was charged with breaching a non-molestation order.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:23:22 +0000Busy road closed after man injured in Greenwich crash
A busy road in Greenwich was closed due to a reported police incident. Live updates here.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:40:00 +0000Bus route in south west London could be split in two under shake up
TfL launches consultation on splitting London bus route 424, proposing new 454 service for Putney-Fulham.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000Labour flasher and other court cases which shocked Romford Recorder readers in 2025
We round-up the biggest court cases we reported from in 2025.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:50:03 +0000Girl, 16, missing during Christmas and last seen in Rainham nine days ago
A 16-year-old girl has been missing during the Christmas period as she was last seen in Rainham nine days ago.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:49:35 +0000Walk your way through winter and beyond with English Heritage
If you’ve over indulged or are catching up with friends and family in between Christmas and the new year, nothing beats a winter walk.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:21:03 +0000Pictures show scene of tragic fire that claimed life of child in Kent village
Pictures show the scene of a tragic fire that left a child dead and another in hospital in Kent.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:44:27 +0000Camden cinema to close with final film screenings in February
Odeon Camden cinema will close in February 2026 for redevelopment into housing, shops, and a cultural venue, following Camden Council’s approval.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:45:17 +0000Widow of man killed at Beckenham Sainsbury's slams 'absolute joke' sentence
The widow of a Andrew Clark called the sentence his killer received "an absolute joke".
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:07:01 +0000Person dies after medical emergency on train in west London
A person has died after a medical emergency onboard a train in west London.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:38:14 +0000Child dies and another taken to hospital after house fire in Kent
A child has died in a house fire in Kent with a second taken to hospital.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:35:44 +0000'Snow in London' as temperatures to plummet below zero
Snow is forecast to fall in London in the new year as temperatures are anticipated to fall below freezing.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:06:54 +0000Westminster Bridge partially closed after 'emergency services incident'
Westminster Bridge is partially closed by the emergency services. Live updates here.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000So what has Camden Council done in 2025?
As we leave the old year behind, like many, I’ll take the opportunity to think back on what we've achieved in 2025 and look forward to 2026, from essential day-to-day activities to larger projects, benefitting all our communities.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000College group delivers £470m boost to UK economy
United Colleges Group boosted the UK economy by £470m in 2023–24, supporting jobs and skills across London, says a London Economics report.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000How well do you know Lewisham’s streets? Try our quiz to find out
Put your knowledge of Lewisham to the test with our five-street Christmas quiz.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Lung cancer patient raises over £25k to help reduce chemotherapy hair loss
A lung cancer patient undergoing treatment has raised more than £25,000 to fund a scalp-cooling machine and other equipment to support chemotherapy patients.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Care provider in Wandsworth keeps good rating following CQC visit
Mia Care Services Ltd in Stormont Road retains its 'Good' CQC rating for domiciliary care, praised for safety, reliability, and well-trained staff in latest inspection.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000New rapid EV chargers could soon be installed in McDonald's car park
In documents submitted with the application, InstaVolt said electricity supplied through its charging network comes from certified renewable sources.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Popular Bexleyheath Chinese takeaway with flat above up for sale for £60k
A long-established Chinese take-away business is up for sale for £60,000 just a minute from Bexleyheath Train Station.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Southeastern to close stations from London to Kent amid holiday disruption
Engineering works will bring major train disruption to passengers in Kent and south east London during the final week of the year.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000The Plebs and Here We Go star who was born in Sutton
You may not know that a Plebs and Here We Go star is from Sutton.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000All the Croydon parks that won the prestigious Green Flag Awards this year
Four of the parks and green spaces in Croydon have won awards this year.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Southeastern to close stations from London to Kent amid holiday disruption
Engineering works will bring major train disruption to passengers in Kent and south east London during the final week of the year.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000Claudia Winkleman to front brand new BBC show after leaving Strictly Come Dancing
The BBC has revealed that The Claudia Winkleman Show will air in spring 2026, featuring celebrity guests and interviews.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:49:50 +0000McDonald's 'best burger ever' set to make permanent return in 2026 - find out when
McDonald's has announced that the Big Arch burger will return to restaurants in the UK and Ireland in 2026, where it will become a permanent menu item.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +0000Wetherspoons to axe 12 items from all pub menus in just days - see the full list
JD Wetherspoon's 2025 festive menu is coming to an end on December 31, meaning the 12 items that are part of it will be removed from all pub menus.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:22:51 +0000Anthony Joshua injured in car crash in Nigeria with two others dead, per reports
Anthony Joshua was involved in a car crash in Nigeria on Monday (December 29), sustaining minor injuries, while two people have died
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000The latest death announcement in the Your Local Guardian
The Your Local Guardian published one death notice last week, with notices remaining online as a lasting tribute where friends and family can leave messages of condolence.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +00001 death notice published in Romford Recorder last week
The Romford Recorder published one death notice last week, with notices remaining online as a lasting tribute where friends and family can leave messages of condolence.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:03:58 +0000Police warn 'do not approach' prisoner on the run with south west London links
A prisoner has escaped from HMP Springhill and is now unlawfully at large.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 16:45:06 +0000RECAP after A406 crash closes lane and causes slow traffic
A crash has closed a lane on the A406, causing slow traffic.
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 16:29:25 +0000Appeal for witnesses after young woman from Kent killed in London-bound M2 crash
Witnesses and motorists are being urged to come forward after a young woman died following a fatal crash on the M2 on Christmas Eve.