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Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:08:46 +0000LIVE updates as road near Crystal Palace cordoned by police after incident
Police have cordoned Hamlet Road in Crystal Palace for hours today (January 27).
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:07:44 +0000Police prepare to disperse crowds after TikTok dating event planned again in Sutton
Police are preparing to disperse crowds planning on gathering in Sutton town centre again following chaos in a similar event publicised on TikTok.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:31:29 +0000Two adults and child taken to hospital after large house fire in Morden
A woman, a man and a child have been taken to hospital after a large house fire on Halesowen Road in Morden.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000Brewers Decorator Centres’ tips on decorating the fifth wall in your home
When it comes to painting, the use of colour is used most commonly on walls, but what about ceilings?
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Footpath in Petts Wood set to be closed for 'essential repair work'
A footpath will be closed overnight for essential repair works.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000How kids can become young conservationists this half term at London Zoo
London Zoo is inviting children to become young conservationists this half-term with its Vets in Action experience, featuring hands-on wildlife rescue missions.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000The leafy north London neighbourhood that's surprisingly rock 'n' roll
Muswell Hill seems the epitome of suburban family calm but rockers from Adam Ant to The Kinks to Rod Stewart have been residents of the urban village.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Social media is a public health issue, just like smoking'
UK government acts on child online safety: new measures aim to restrict addictive social media features, strengthen age checks, and protect children.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Deeply concerned' CQC places supported living service into special measures
Three C's Support, a supported living provider operating across south and east London and run by Choice Support, has been placed into special measures after it was rated 'inadequate' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Pioneering film buff at iconic Rio cinema dies aged 80
Peter Howden was projectionist and programmer at the Electric in Notting Hill, the original Everyman in Hampstead, and the Rio in Dalston
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Paris Saint-German set to bring immersive pop up to central London
Paris Saint-Germain is bringing its immersive pop-up, Ici C’est Paris La Maison, to central London for five days, blending sport, culture, fashion and food.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000'I grew up before social media - I wish my teenagers had grown up without it'
Croydon West MP Sarah Jones writes about whether social media for under 16s should be banned.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:50:35 +0000Medical Group Offers Tips on Selecting the Right Surgeon for you
London saw more than 200,000 searches for cosmetic surgery terms per month, as medical group gives advice on how to find the right surgeon.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:10:45 +0000Family's heartbreaking tribute to 'loving' and 'caring' dad who died in Aveley crash
The family of a man who died after a crash in Aveley have described him as a true family man with a quick wit and a kind heart.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:39:57 +0000Two in hospital as car overturns in crash on M25 near Dartford Crossing
Two people have been taken to hospital following a crash on the M25 near the Dartford Crossing.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000Why this independent pizzeria has chosen Soho for its next London opening
Popular Italian pizzeria Fatto a Mano is opening a new Neapolitan-style restaurant on Dean Street in Soho, marking its fifth location in London.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000The top spots for London fans to watch the Six Nations this year
London sports bars are gearing up for the Six Nations Championship, with top venues named for big screens, lively atmosphere and match-day food and drink deals.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000The Lewisham trains cancelled or replaced by buses this week
Several Southeastern trains running through Lewisham will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this week due to engineering works.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000‘We’ll have nowhere to go’ – Scouts fight plans to knock down historic Erith hall
A scout group has launched a petition following plans to build flats on the site of a historic hall in Erith.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000Greenwich man threatened to rape teen girl and encouraged her to self-harm
Greenwich man Shabaz Khokar threatened to rape a girl and encouraged her to self-harm.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:06:04 +0000Car overturns after two-vehicle crash on M25 near Dartford Crossing
A car has overturned following a two-vehicle crash on the M25 near the Dartford Crossing this rush-hour.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:47:00 +0000Plans for 10-year 'temporary' storage facility refused
Plans to install temporary storage and welfare facilities have been thrown out by Hackney Council.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:44:52 +0000Have your say on plans to convert former recycling depot into open air storage
Plans to convert a former recycling depot in Barking could into open air storage are now open for public consultation.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:30:00 +0000Rethink of yellow box junctions during Gallows Corner works urged
Concerns have been raised to TfL in the "strongest possible terms" about the ongoing Gallows Corner works.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:27:12 +0000School that produces 'young professionals' gets top Ofsted scores
London Design and Engineering UTC in Beckton, east London, earns five 'exceptional' Ofsted ratings.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:25:15 +0000Crash on M25 near Dartford Crossing causes SEVERE rush-hour delays
Traffic is queueing on the M25 anticlockwise between J30 and J29 after a crash involving an overturned vehicle.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:16:00 +0000The Croydon and Sutton trains cancelled this last week of January
Some Southern trains in Sutton and Croydon will be cancelled or replaced by buses this week.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:09:00 +0000‘Pubs are struggling across south London – so I quizzed the Prime Minister about it’
In an interview with Your Local Guardian, Sir Keir Starmer discusses how to boost pubs and restaurants in south London.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Children's play village among new openings expected at Romford shopping centre
A kids play village is coming to The Liberty Shopping Centre in Romford this spring.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:46:34 +0000Stories of Holocaust survivors told at Barnet's annual memorial service
Barnet marked Holocaust Memorial Day 2024 with survivor stories, music and multifaith unity, honouring Jewish victims and promoting Holocaust education.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:44:52 +0000Burial ground's annual limit lifted following council approval
The Muslim Burial Ground on Folly Lane, in Chingford has had an annual burial limit lifted following an application made to Waltham Forest Council
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:22:45 +0000Children evacuated from Kensal Green primary school after gas leak
Children were evacuated from Kenmont Primary School in Kensal Green as a precaution after reports of a gas leak.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:20:00 +0000Meet the London Costa baristas who have brewed their way to national final
Two London baristas from Bromley and Orpington have reached the UK and Ireland finals of Costa Coffee’s 2026 Barista of the Year competition.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000School that wants to 'put every pupil on the moon' gets top Ofsted rating
The Totteridge Academy in Barnet awarded top Ofsted rating for exceptional teaching, inclusive environment and outstanding academic results in latest report.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:25:02 +0000Two teenage boys arrested after imitation guns found in Romford
Two teenage boys have been arrested after three imitation guns were found in Romford.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:55:40 +0000More than 600 student bed spaces approved for Royal Albert Dock
A scheme to to create 628 student bed spaces at Royal Albert Dock have been approved by Newham Council.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:24:33 +0000Family's life 'turned upside down' as boy fighting for life after Queensbury crash
A family’s life has been “turned upside down” as a child fights for his life following a crash on Honeypot Lane, Queensbury.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:20:00 +0000Dad wins 'life-changing' £100,000 cash prize - for the second time
A north London traffic marshal is celebrating after winning a BOTB cash prize for the second time in two years.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:15:00 +0000'Call a by-election Andrew': Romford MP urged to resign seat after Reform switch
Havering politicians have reacted to Romford MP Andrew Rosindell's defection to Reform.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:13:55 +0000London’s most iconic and scenic half marathon opens its ballot for 2026
The public ballot for the 2026 Royal Parks Half Marathon has opened, with more than 16,000 runners set to take on the iconic London route this October.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:03:13 +0000A new immersive Piccadilly experience where the crowd becomes the canvas
A new immersive art pop-up called TOGETHER has opened beneath the Piccadilly Lights, inviting Londoners of all ages to create digital artworks using movement.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:24:43 +0000Kensal Green primary school 'evacuated after gas leak' - recap
Kenmont Primary School in Kensal Green has reportedly been evacuated today (January 26).
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:19:58 +0000Educational revamp set for former office space at Royal Albert Dock
A building at Royal Albert Dock, previously office space, has been approved for conversion to be used for education purposes.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:30:00 +0000Major A-road could see speed limit reduced significantly
A major road in east London could see its speed limit reduced from 70mph to 50mph according to a new proposal from the TfL.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000Busy road in Beckenham set for all-day closure tomorrow for crane operation
A busy road in Beckenham is set to close tomorrow to allow a crane operation to take place.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:33:22 +0000Police search after man exposes himself to woman at Tube station
Police have released an image after a man exposed himself to a woman at a station.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:29:35 +0000Engineering works near major central station set to cause disruption
Passengers are set to face rail disruption as South Western Railway carries out major engineering works near London Waterloo this weekend.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:29:18 +0000The south London area set for growth while protecting its distinctive character
Croydon’s Local Plan has been cleared by the Planning Inspectorate to move to the next stage, setting out how the borough will grow and deliver homes to 2040.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:23:54 +0000The 'selfless' mine disposal specialist given George Cross after Dagenham tragedy
A George Cross medal awarded to WWII mine disposal hero Reginald Ellingworth, who was killed in the Blitz in Dagenham, will be auctioned by Noonans London.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:14:00 +0000Nightclub known as Cliff Richard and Madonna hotspot set to reopen after fire
Kensington Roof Gardens nightclub is preparing to reopen after a late-night fire damaged a rooftop plant room, with no injuries reported and safety checks underway.