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Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:15:38 +0000‘Horrific’ attack sparks 56 emergency calls as 40 firefighters tackle blaze
Around 40 firefighters tackled an antisemitic arson attack on Hatzalah ambulances in Golders Green, London.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:39:34 +0000Chief rabbi condemns 'sickening assault' in north-west London
Chief Rabbi condemns arson attack on Hatzola ambulances in Golders Green, London. Incident sparks calls to stand against antisemitism and hate crime.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:25:04 +0000LIVE updates after 'antisemitic arson attack' damages community ambulances
Ambulances belonging to the London Jewish community have been set alight in a suspected arson attack. Live updates here.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:58:53 +0000Police appeal after four ambulances set on fire in suspected antisemitic attack
Four Jewish Community Ambulance vehicles set alight in suspected antisemitic arson on Highfield Road, London. Police treating incident as a hate crime.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:27:49 +0000‘Loud explosions’ heard in London as ambulances set on fire in antisemitic attack
Four Hatzola ambulances set alight in antisemitic arson attack on Highfield Road, Golders Green, London. Met Police treating as hate crime; no injuries.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000East Croydon train station named among the top for passenger accidents
East Croydon has been revealed as one of the operator’s top stations for passenger accidents.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Budgens store slapped with low food hygiene rating amid food safety concerns
A Budgens store on Essex Road in Islington has been handed a food hygiene rating of 1 following an inspection.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000All you need to know about the Superloop SL9 zero-emission bus route
All the details for the SL9, connects Harrow and Heathrow Central.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000I tried the award-winning Hither Green café serving viral fruit-shaped desserts
You may have seen the viral fruit-shaped desserts making the rounds on TikTok and Instagram - well I tried them at Le Delice in Hither Green.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000TikTok Shop set to launch beauty pop-up at Westfield
TikTok Shop is launching a beauty pop-up at Westfield Stratford with exclusive discounts, live shopping sessions and viral products during its Spring Sale.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000The Hackney academy named among the top performing in England
The Bridge Academy in Hackney has been named among the UK’s top 10% non-selective schools for GCSE attainment, winning an SSAT Educational Outcomes Award.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Contents of historic South Croydon hotel to go under the hammer
The contents of a historic hotel in South Croydon are going under the hammer next month.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000TfL introduces ‘Babies on Board’ badge for mums expecting twins or triplets
A new badge has been created to help women pregnant with multiple babies get a seat on public transport.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Parents of girl killed in M40 crash after London school trip demand change
A couple whose daughter was killed in a minibus crash have raised concerns their grandchildren face the same dangers more than 30 years on.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +00009 tiny London moments that make you smile without realising it
From empty Tube carriages to sunny park breaks, discover the small everyday moments that make London life unexpectedly joyful and worth it.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Where to go and what to do for Easter in London - from zoo trails to passion plays
Discover 21 of the best Easter events in London for 2026, from egg hunts and parades to theatre, food experiences and family-friendly activities across the capital.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000The North Korean embassy hiding in plain sight on a London suburban road
TikTok users are surprised to discover North Korea’s London embassy is a suburban house in Ealing, blending into the neighbourhood despite its global significance.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000The no-pub south east London neighbourhood dubbed a ‘lovely community’
Hither Green is a neighbourhood in the London Borough of Lewisham with a rich history, but what do people actually think about it?
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000The Sussex town 90 minutes from London named among UK's best places to live
A town in Sussex 90 minutes from London has been named among the UK’s best places to live by The Sunday Times.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Cafe tenant insists Hampstead Heath bidding process was 'rigorous and fair'
Cosmin Stuparu, who lost his bid to keep running his Golders Hill Park venue but was awarded the lease of the Highgate Wood Pavilion cafe, says the bidding process was "rigorous but fair".
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000New grocery store enjoys 'very busy' first month in Chadwell Heath
Singhsberry's grocery store in High Road, Chadwell Heath has been "very busy" since opening on February 14.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000New 20mph speed limit comes into force on Kidbrooke Park Road
A new 20mph speed limit has come into force on Kidbrooke Park Road.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000The musician busking his way through all 272 London tube stations
A London-based musician is busking at all 272 Tube stations to raise money for homelessness charity Glass Door, gaining thousands of followers along the way.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +000011 of the best hidden beauty spots just minutes from the M25
Discover hidden beauty spots just minutes from the M25, from tranquil woods and lakes to scenic downland, perfect for peaceful escapes near London.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Reopening date announced for flagship lingerie store at Bluewater after refurbishment
A flagship lingerie store is set to reopen next week after a major refurbishment.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:39:59 +0000Man charged following Woolwich stabbing that left woman with ‘life-changing’ injuries
A man has been charged with grievous bodily harm following a stabbing in Woolwich.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 15:58:51 +0000Woman left with life-changing injuries amongst five stabbed in horror week in London
Five people were stabbed in a violent week in London from March 16 to March 22 including a double stabbing in Dagenham.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:04:25 +0000Witness search continues after ‘brave’ Kent Police officer, 27, killed in A20 crash
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses after PC Bradley Corke, 27, died following a serious crash on the A20 London Road in Swanley.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000How new 'high quality' Hornchurch homes on site of care home would look
The former St Mary's Convent care home in Burntwood Avenue, Hornchurch will be demolished and replaced with five new homes - here's how they could look.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000From Woolworths to Debenhams - five shops Eltham High Street lost over the years
Eltham High Street has waved goodbye to some major brands over the years and we’re taking a look back at five of them.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000The iconic south London park with its historic dinosaurs that appeared in Good Omens
Crystal Palace’s dinosaurs have been a recognisable part of the park since they were first erected in the mid‑1850s.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000MasterChef contestant who 'cooks from the heart' through to final four
Hackney chef Caroline Meyer Kerber has kept her cool and is now through to the final four of MasterChef: The Professionals.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:24:04 +0000Greek restaurant in Romford applies to serve alcohol until late in the evening
The Creta Corner in Collier Row Road, Romford has submitted a premises license application to sell alcohol until 9.30pm.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:02:28 +0000Manchester City fan coach bursts into flames en route to Wembley cup final
A coach carrying Manchester City fans to Wembley for the Carabou Cup final burst into flames on the M6.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:31:55 +0000Update issued on condition of two men in hospital after Dagenham stabbing
An update has been issued on the condition of two men who were stabbed in Oval Road North on March 21.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000Famous London attraction ranks among world's top flower destinations
Kew Gardens has been ranked among the world’s most beautiful flower destinations, placing joint second in a global study thanks to its vast plant collection and stunning displays.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000'Charming' greyhound still looking for a home after 400-day rescue stay
A three-year-old greyhound named Charm has spent over 400 days at Battersea waiting for a home, as staff urge adopters to look beyond breed misconceptions.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000Everything we know about the stalled Elm Pond restoration in Wallington
One of Sutton’s most heritage spots is undergoing restoration, so here’s everything we know.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000Inside the priciest house on the market in Beckenham for £3.25m
Currently the most expensive home for sale in Beckenham has been listed at £3.25 million.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000Block of flats above restaurant in Romford up for sale with £1.4m price tag
Eleven flats on Romford's high street above Ivy Tree restaurant are up for sale.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000The south east London suburb that saved its woodland from a major road scheme
Falconwood is a quiet, largely residential area of south-east London, straddling the border between the boroughs of Bexley and Greenwich.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:42:16 +0000Recap as 'police incident' closes lanes on major north London road
All lanes have been stopped due to a police incident on the M1 Southbound between J2 A1 Watford Way (Barnet By-Pass) and J1 A406 North Circular (Staples Corner).
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:45:32 +0000‘Selfless’ Kent Police officer, 27, dies after A20 Swanley crash
A police officer who was left in a critical condition after a crash in Swanley has died.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:33:37 +0000First hotel room frames seen as Upminster Travelodge takes shape in new drone photos
The construction of hotel rooms in the new Travelodge hotel in Upminster can be seen taking shape in drone photos.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:15:14 +0000Hundreds march through London against US and Israeli involvement in Iran conflict
Hundreds of people have marched through London condemning America and Israel’s attacks on Iran.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:15:52 +0000Recap as lanes in busy north London road closed after crash
Lanes in Great Cambridge Road Northbound are closed due to a crash.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:20:58 +0000The world’s first Minecraft theme-park land to open in London next year
South west London is set to welcome the world’s first Minecraft-themed land next year, aiming to bring the best-selling video game of all time to life.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000Death notices and funeral announcements from the News Shopper
Last week, the News Shopper published 1 death notice.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000‘Pie and mash shops have to step into modern times to stay alive’
Alfie Hack or That Pie Guy on TikTok has called for pie and mash shops to modernise in order to stay in business.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000The legendary lost music venue where The Beatles and Bowie played
For two decades of the 20th century The Rainbow Theatre was a rock venue that achieved legendary status among music fans - hosting the likes of The Beatles and David Bowie.