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Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Licensing officers visit six Harlow venues in day of action
Licensing officers inspected six licensed venues as part of Operation Guardian, ensuring compliance with licensing laws and boosting public safety in Harlow.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 09:53:08 +0000Person dies after being hit by train on busy London station route
A person has died after being hit by a train in Essex, effecting routes to and from London.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:27:34 +0000Person taken to hospital after incident in Bromley car park
A person has been taken to hospital after a medical incident at a car park in Bromley.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 07:47:41 +0000Person hit by train causing major disruption on busy London station route
A person has been hit by a train, causing major disruption on a busy London station route.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +000060's music icon's life story will be staged at Alexandra Palace
Ray Davies talks about seeing the story of his band The Kinks brought to life in the musical Sunny Afternoon at Alexandra Palace
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000'I tried one of Upminster's newest restaurants to see if it lives up to the hype'
I tried Table Twenty Three in Upminster out to see if it lives up to the hype.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Save £50 on decorative trees and planters perfect for Christmas!
What could be more perfect this winter than a twist on a Christmas classic?
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Eltham police officer expresses sexual interest in new-born babies
Grant Long expressed a sexual interest in new-born babies and discussed arrangements to abuse a 10-year-old girl.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'I'm afraid to leave the house after a crash with an e-bike rider in Surbiton'
A man has been left “afraid to leave the house” after a crash with an e-bike rider in Surbiton.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Can you name every Tube stop in 1 minute? Play this fun game to find out
How good is your London Underground knowledge? Play the metroguessr to find out by naming as many Tube stations as you can in one minute.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000The Vue Bromley celebrations for the magical release of Wicked 2
Vue Bromley is celebrating the release of Wicked: For Good with double-feature screenings, Magic Seat prize giveaways, and exclusive merchandise.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Brand new sushi restaurant to open in Sidcup with loads of freebies
The Sushi Co is opening a new restaurant at 7 Market Parade, Sidcup, on Saturday, November 8.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000All the Christmas panto shows coming to south east London this Christmas
Christmas is approaching, and there is a full line-up of festive pantos in south east London this year.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Plans to increase HMO bedrooms on ‘peaceful’ Wallington road slammed
Plans to increase the number of bedrooms in an HMO in Wallington have been submitted, but not everyone is happy.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Thousands petition against new homes on green belt land in middle of Bromley
Over 5,000 people have signed a petition in five days opposing a developer’s plans to build around 2,000 homes on green belt land in the middle of Bromley - called Ravensbourne Place.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000HMOs making 'Sutton subordinate to London' and 'property developer's bonanza'
Sutton residents are not being properly informed about new Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), opposition councillors have warned, as the number of such properties in the borough rises to around 900.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Fancy a stroll? The best walks along the River Thames you can try now
Looking to go for a walk but aren't sure where? See the 3 best walks along the River Thames you can try now.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:41:41 +0000Rumoured I'm A Celebrity star 'leaks' cast announcement to fans
A rumoured I'm A Celebrity star has 'leaked' her involvement in the ITV show after sharing a post with fans.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:25:38 +0000Major road closed by multiple crashes with police on scene - Recap
A major road is facing multiple closures after a number of collisions, with severe delays
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:09:40 +0000'I thought Peckham shooting was Bonfire Night fireworks - it makes us feel unsafe'
People in the area of a Peckham shooting initially thought the gunshot was fireworks.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000Hampstead restaurant used as Bridget Jones filming location to close
A Hampstead restaurant which was used as a filming location for the latest Bridget Jones movie is to close after more than five decades.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:57:50 +0000Emergency services swarm to 'medical incident' in Bromley car park
A medical incident in Bromley has seen emergency services swarm to a car park.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:47:53 +0000'Flesh flew out of leg' during shooting in busy Peckham square
A witness said "flesh flew out of the leg" of a man who was shot in the middle of a busy square in Peckham.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:03:00 +0000New Goodmayes retail space at 570 home development released
Four shop units are available to lease in Goodmayes as part of a 570-home development in High Road.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Kent school described as 'lifeline for autistic kids' to close
Wandsworth Council will shut a residential school in Kent described as a lifeline for autistic children next month, despite last-ditch pleas to save it.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Beckenham restaurant licence refused AGAIN - second time in three months
A Beckenham restaurant has had a licensing application refused for the second time in three months after its music was found to cause distress and disrupt the sleep of neighbours.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Family's 'hell' fighting nursing home's 'fabricated' one-to-one care for disabled son
The family of a disabled man living at a Chadwell Heath nursing home have revealed their "hell" in an attempt to ensure he is receiving the correct care.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000The pretty hidden garden on Hampstead Heath that's in danger of being lost
The Hill Garden Pergola is an Edwardian terraced garden loved by Heath walkers but now placed on Historic England's Heritage at Risk register
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:12:18 +0000'Police and air ambulance' spotted near Bromley supermarket - recap
A significant police presence has been reported in Bromley this afternoon.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:31:30 +0000Meet the 'real daddy's boy' who is the country's top prison dog
A Labrador described as "a real daddy's boy" and his handler have won at top prize at a national contest for prison service dogs.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:48:12 +0000Closed down primary school could reopen as special needs site
A primary school that closed due to falling pupil numbers in Hackney could reopen as part of an expanded special school.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:30:00 +0000Gidea Park kebab shop 'in jeopardy' after being ordered to stop takeaways
Route 1 in Gidea Park has been ordered to stop takeaways and deliveries after Havering Council said it breached planning rules.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:31:44 +0000Deliveroo disguised gunman who shot girl, 8, twice during spree pictured
Jazz Reid has been pictured for the first time after he shot an eight-year-old girl.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000'Hospital errors will be cut by move to paperless records - but it might be bumpy'
The NHS trust which runs Queen's and King George Hospitals is going paperless from November 8 with a new electronic patient record (EPR) system, which it says will improve patient safety and reduce errors.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000Meet the chef bringing epic roasts and elevated dining to a cosy Highgate pub
From pub snacks to Sunday roasts and elevated Italian-inspired dishes, Charlotte Samuelson is bringing her passion for quality produce and flavour to Highgate.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000Co-op store 'transformed' with new look and features after major refurb
The Co-op store at Faircross Parade in Barking has reopened after a seven-week refurbishment.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:02:46 +0000Gunman disguised as Deliveroo rider guilty of shooting girl, 8, during spree
Jazz Reid has been found guilty of shooting an eight-year-old girl.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:54:02 +0000Man charged with weapon and explosive charges after 'suspicious' Islington fire
A man has been charged with a list of offences following a 'suspicious' fire in Islington.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:29:00 +0000Swimming legend makes surprise visit to Dagenham school
Olympic champion Becky Adlington dropped in to Marsh Green Primary School in Dagenham to meet the nine-year-old pupil who won a national contest to design a swimming hat.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:14:00 +0000Christmas event including lights switch-on returning to Ilford
Christmas inIlford 2025 will take place on Saturday, November 22, featuring a festive market, fireworks, drone show, rides, live entertainment, and Santa’s grotto.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:20:25 +0000Man accused of killing student e-bike rider by dangerous driving
Walworth man Ernie Thomas has been charged with causing the death of student Cheistha Kochhar in Farringdon by dangerous driving.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:02:00 +0000Council owned shopping centre to see multi-million-pound upgrades
The Harvey Centre in Harlow is set for multi-million-pound investments after a year of success
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000New 'Copenhagen-style' crossing proposed near Rainham schools to improve safety
Simpson Road in Rainham could be set for a new pedestrian crossing to "improve safety" for children and the elderly. The site sits close to Scargill Infant School and Scargill Junior School.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:32:01 +0000Man, 47, taken to hospital after stabbing outside busy London Underground station
A 47-year-old man has been taken to hospital after a stabbing outside Green Park Underground station.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:59:41 +0000West Ham United champions accessibility through Purple Tuesday
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:39:38 +0000Police offer £20k reward after 'loving family man', 27, shot dead in Brixton Hill
A reward of up to £20,000 has been offered for information relating to the murder of "loving family man" who was shot dead in Brixton Hill.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:33:34 +0000Men charged with conspiracy to commit murder after shooting in Walthamstow
Two men have been charged after emergency services were alerted to reports of gun shot in Walthamstow.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:11:51 +0000Huge police presence with officers on hands and knees after Peckham shooting
Pictures from the scene of a shooting in south east London have revealed officers getting to work as a man is in hospital.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:16:52 +0000Low income households can claim £200 support this winter
Pensioners and low income families have been urged to apply for £200 to help them meet essential costs this winter.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:16:48 +0000Low income households can claim £200 support this winter
Pensioners and low income families have been urged to apply for £200 to help them meet essential costs this winter.