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Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:47:40 +0000Man stabbed after ‘attack with knife and metal pole’ on New Year’s morning
Two men are in hospital - with one stabbed - after an attack in Southall in the early hours of New Year’s Day.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 07:58:25 +0000M11 closed after ‘serious crash’ near London on New Year’s Day
The M11 is closed after a “serious” crash near Epping on New Year’s Day.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 07:30:10 +0000LIVE updates as North Circular 'taped off' after crash on busy crossroads
A busy junction of the North Circular is closed after a crash near a train station. Live updates here.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 07:12:24 +0000LIVE updates as busy road in Thornton Heath closed for hours after crash
A busy road in Thornton Heath is closed for an investigation following a crash. Live updates here.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000Harold Wood school street zone to be extended at start of new term
An extension to a school street zone in Harold Wood will come into force on Monday, January 5.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000Where you can eat after latest food hygiene scores in Redbridge
Environmental health officers from Redbridge have been busy this fortnight visiting businesses across the area to see if they are meeting hygiene requirements.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Glowing prehistoric giant to be unveiled at one day event in Bexleyheath
A prehistoric-themed procession featuring an illuminated Basilosaurus puppet will close the Night Visions festival on January 31, with residents invited to create their own lanterns.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Drivers to face stop bans during works on busy Lewisham road
Motorists are being warned of upcoming stopping restrictions to allow for essential works on a busy Lewisham road.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000All the London bus changes happening for the first weekend of 2026
Bus passengers are being urged to check before traveling as timetable changes come into effect across London for the first weekend of 2026.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Blackheath shop could be converted into cheesemongers with two-bed flat above
Plans have been submitted to convert a shop in Blackheath Village into a cheese shop, alongside the creation of a new two-bedroom flat above.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 06:55:22 +0000King Charles 'greatly saddened' after Swiss bar fire as around 40 people killed
King Charles has expressed sympathy after at least 40 killed and 115 injured in Le Constellation bar fire at Crans-Montana, Switzerland.
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000How to complete Dry January in 7 simple steps - it's actually easier than you think
Dry January is the calendar month where we try and reign in the drinking a little bit.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 16:57:37 +0000Man in hospital after being ’attacked by group of men' in Eltham on New Year's Day
A man is in hospital after being attacked he was reportedly by a group of men in the early hours of New Year's Day.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:01:04 +0000'We just want him home': Mother's urgent plea for vulnerable son missing from Sutton
Police are concerned for the welfare of an autistic man in his 20s who went missing last night.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:14:36 +0000Elizabeth line hit by major disruption at key station - Recap
The Elizabeth line is facing major disruption at a key station. Live updates here.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:11:27 +0000Night trains between Tulse Hill and Croydon cancelled due to engineering works
Trains are set to be disrupted today between East Croydon and Tulse Hill due to emergency works.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000Famous writers to appear at Alexandra Palace book festival
North London Book Fest 2026 at Alexandra Palace features Alan Hollinghurst, Michael Rosen, Rachel Parris, author talks, workshops, and Biblio-Buzz award.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:08:45 +0000Three stabbings before New Year's Day leave one dead and two in hospital in London
Three stabbings have left one person dead and two in hospital before New Year's Eve in London.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000Hour-by-hour weather as yellow warning for snow and ice hits London tomorrow
Met Office has hit London with a 12-hour weather warning for snow and ice tomorrow.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000Investigation launched after police 'missed' man laying dead for days in Rainham
An investigation has been launched into the handling of a missing person's case that was passed between Essex Police and the Metropolitan Police.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 11:01:18 +0000Busy road in Battersea closed by emergency services incident
A busy road in Battersea is closed due to an emergency services incident. Live updates here.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:27:17 +0000Murder investigation launched after man stabbed in Deptford on New Year's Eve
Police have launched a murder investigation after a 23-year-old man was fatally stabbed in the chest in Deptford.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:41:51 +0000Man slashed in face on Tube in ‘attempted robbery’ days after Christmas
A man was slashed with a knife on the Tube in Wembley days after Christmas in an alleged attempted robbery.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:40:00 +0000Busy road closed in Morden after crash
A busy road in Morden is closed after a crash. Live updates here.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:52:55 +0000RECAP as 'police incident' closes street in Eltham with buses diverted
A 'police incident' has closed a green in Eltham.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:31:00 +0000Bright, spacious ground floor apartment in Wellington Crescent, Maida Vale
A bright, spacious two bedroom, two bathroom floor apartment within a beautiful period conversion in the heart of Maida Vale.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:13:00 +0000Three bedroom home in Hampstead hits the market for £2.85m
Luxury three-bedroom maisonette for sale in Hampstead Village, NW3, with garden, balcony, parking, gym, porterage and near Hampstead Tube. £2.85m leasehold.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000Five exciting things to look forward to in Havering in 2026
Here are five developments and projects to look forward to in 2026 in Havering
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000The major developments and changes set for Croydon in 2026
Croydon is set for one of its most ambitious years of regeneration, with major projects across the town centre and beyond taking shape in 2026.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000The Princess Alexandra Hospital nurse who supports colleagues from around the world
Kristle Bravo, international nurse educator at The Princess Alexandra Hospital, has won a Nursing Times award for supporting and mentoring colleagues from around the world.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Met Police 'define what hate crime is' in Bexley with notable groups
The Metropolitan Police Service is teaming up with the Bexley Hate Crime Forum for a free community event in January focusing on understanding hate crime, preventing prejudice, and keeping residents safe.
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Save on price, never on quality with the Lakeland winter sale
Happy New Year and you could make your home just as happy as the Lakeland winter sale is now on!
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:47:36 +0000'Several dozens killed' in fire at ski resort bar in Swiss Alps, authorities say
A fire at Le Constellation bar in the Alpine ski resort of Crans-Montana in the Swiss Alps has left "several dozens" of people dead, according to authorities
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Full list of UK Bank Holidays for 2026
These are the Bank Holidays to look forward to in 2026
Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000Everything you need to know about the brand new series of Call the Midwife
Call the Midwife is returning to the BBC for series 15, discover how to watch the show and the full cast list.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000What films are showing this weekend at Cineworld Harlow Queensgate?
Discover what's on at Cineworld Harlow Queensgate this weekend including Avatar: Fire and Ash, Zootropolis 2, Anaconda, The Housemaid and more.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000Can you score full marks in our end of year quiz on Havering news from 2025?
New Year's Eve is here, which can only mean one thing: it's time for an end of 2025 quiz.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000Full list of films showing at ODEON South Woodford this weekend
ODEON South Woodford is playing an exciting line-up of films this weekend, including Avatar: Fire and Ash, Zootropolis 2 and Marty Supreme.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:26:11 +0000Anger at Primrose Hill fencing ahead of London's NYE fireworks
Primrose Hill closed for London New Year’s Eve fireworks amid safety fears after last year’s fatal stabbing. Met Police urge public to attend ticketed events.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:14:54 +0000Man, 23, dies after stabbing on New Year's Eve in Deptford
A 23-year-old man has died after a stabbing on New Year's Eve in Deptford.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:07:11 +0000Urgent search to find missing woman who left Romford hospital after giving birth
Police are urgently searching for a missing woman who left a hospital after giving birth in Romford.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:13:37 +0000Willesden man charged with murder after crash near magistrates court
A Willesden man has been charged with murder after a crash near the magistrates court in December.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:35:07 +0000Person dies after being hit by train affecting services to Kings Cross
A person has died after being hit by a train, which has affected services to Kings Cross.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:36 +0000Trains to Kings Cross shut after person hit by train
A person has been hit by a train between Welwyn Garden City in Hertfordshire and Alexandra Palace.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:11:07 +0000The Havering and Brentwood people recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours list
A police and crime commissioner, a chemical engineer, and the founder of an MND charity are among those recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours list.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:18:42 +0000Two men in hospital after being ‘stabbed by group' in south east London
Two men are in hospital after being stabbed in an alleged "group attack" in south east London.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:43:36 +0000Person dies after being hit by train causing hours of delays at Shenfield station
A person has died after being hit by a train in an Essex village.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:15:00 +0000Eurostar planning to build rail link between London and Germany
Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn plan direct high-speed rail link from London to Frankfurt and Cologne, boosting UK-Germany trade, jobs and sustainable travel by 2030s.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:15:00 +0000What the weather will be like in London on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
London New Year’s Eve weather: Dry, crisp conditions expected with temperatures from 2–4°C; slight rain risk New Year’s Day afternoon. Dress warmly for celebrations.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:10:00 +0000Police make 57 arrests in huge Merton e-bike and scooter operation
Met Police seized 37 illegal e-bikes and scooters, made 57 arrests, and recovered weapons in Merton during Operation Frostwatch to tackle crime in south-west London.