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Sat, 02 May 2026 09:39:59 +0100
LIVE updates as police CLOSE major south London road after 'incident'
Coldharbour Lane is closed in both directions in Brixton following a police incident, with buses on diversion.

Sat, 02 May 2026 09:45:02 +0100
LIVE updates as 'no trains' calling at south east London stations
No Thameslink trains are running between London Bridge and Dartford until at least the end of the day.

Sat, 02 May 2026 09:29:53 +0100
Person rushed to hospital after crash on residential road in Beckenham
A person was rushed to hospital after a crash in Beckenham.

Sat, 02 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100
All the latest planning applications submitted to Waltham Forest Council
Here are the latest planning applications validated by Waltham Forest Council.

Sat, 02 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100
The 'at risk' historic building that saved generations from death and disease
Hackney Disinfecting Station is on the Victorian Society's Top Ten Endangered Buildings list for 2026.

Sat, 02 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
'A pint was £1' - fond memories of London's lost Guinness brewery and on-site pub
Readers have shared fond memories of the Guinness brewery that was in Park Royal for 70 years before it was demolished in 2005.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This ‘fabulous’ hidden viewpoint offers a rare view of London and it’s tucked away
Stave Hill Ecological Park has been described as a hidden viewpoint offering a unique view of London.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London’s secret square featured in a Disney film that will open for one weekend only
Merrick Square in south London, that was used as a backdrop for Disney’s Christopher Robin, will be open to the public for one weekend in June as part of London Open Gardens.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
See inside this beautiful five-bedroom Chingford home - yours for £1.75m
This five-bedroom detached home in Woodman Lane, Chingford has amazing interiors and a 62 ft garden backing onto Epping Forest. For sale for £1,650,000–£1,750,000.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
All the gigs and sporting events coming to The O2 Arena this May
London’s O2 Arena has unveiled its May 2026 line-up, featuring Doja Cat, RAYE, ROSALÍA and major sporting events including basketball finals.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free ways to enjoy this May bank holiday in London
Discover 11 free things to do in London this May bank holiday, from canal festivals and food markets to museums, parks and riverside events.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
All the best restaurants in London that are 'defining culture right now'
London’s best restaurants have been revealed at the OpenTable Restaurant Awards, with The Ledbury, CORE and St. JOHN among the winners.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Judges line-up announced for Dartford's Got Talent 2026 featuring panto star
Ruby Mann from last year's Orchard West panto, will lead judges at the grand finale of Dartford's Got Talent 2026.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside a £4.5m Shoreditch warehouse in the heart of London’s creative scene
A Shoreditch warehouse conversion on Kingsland Road has gone on the market for £4.5m, offering over 10,000 sq ft of creative and office space.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'I went to Hampstead Heath for the first time as a visitor from New York'
Hampstead Heath is four miles from central London and feels like a different world. Here's what I saw on a sunny Wednesday.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
South London landmark is hosting ancient Egyptian artefacts this half-term
Battersea Power Station will host a display of ancient Egyptian artefacts, an inflatable light show and crafts and food markets this half-term from May 23.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The tranquil canalside neighbourhood many Londoners don't know about
Named after the Italian city, Little Venice is a hidden gem north London neighbourhood where you can enjoy a meal or a puppet show on a canal barge.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Local band releases song dedicated to non-league football team
Thursdays Child, a band made up of devoted Bromley FC fans have written a song to celebrate the success of the team's past few seasons.

Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bexleyheath post office to shut down next week after resignation
A Post Office in Bexleyheath is set to close next week.

Sat, 02 May 2026 08:17:27 +0100
BBC The Traitors star announces birth of her first child - 'so wanted and so loved'
The Traitors star Charlotte Berman who appeared in the third series of the BBC reality game show has announced the birth of her first child

Fri, 01 May 2026 20:17:48 +0100
Woman dead and seven people stabbed in violent week in London
A woman has died and seven people have been stabbed after a brutal week of violence in London.

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:27:36 +0100
Woman fighting for her life after e-scooter crash near Hyde Park
A woman is fighting for her life after crashing with an e-scooter near Hyde Park.

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:11:01 +0100
Man taken to hospital after 'knife incident' inside building near Vauxhall Bridge
A man has been taken to hospital after an alleged knife incident inside a building near Vauxhall Bridge.

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:31:21 +0100
Major police response after man 'seen with knife in building' near Vauxhall Bridge
A man is believed to be in possession of a knife inside a building near Vauxhall Bridge, according to police.

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:26:13 +0100
Teen boy, 16, taken to hospital after stabbing on residential road
A teenage boy has been taken to hospital after a stabbing on Durnsford Road in Bounds Green.

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:07:02 +0100
Major police response after 'incident' near Vauxhall Bridge
Vauxhall Bridge is currently closed due to a 'police incident'

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:46:53 +0100
Man charged with murder as woman, 46, dies after being found with head injuries
A man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead at a home in Fulham.

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:44:01 +0100
Two men in hospital after double stabbing in ‘group fight’ near school
Two men have been taken to hospital after a stabbing on Nether Street in West Finchley.

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:22:10 +0100
Woman, 46, named and pictured for first time after murder investigation launched
A woman who has died after being found with head injuries in Fulham has been named and pictured for the first time.

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Plans for TWENTY-EIGHT room HMO among Bexley applications submitted in April
At least six planning applications related to houses in multiple occupation (HMO) have been submitted to Bexley Council in April alone - including one for 28 bedrooms in Erith.

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Frank Skinner and Joe Lycett among acts at Camden Roundhouse comedy festival
Top comedians Katherine Ryan and Sam Campbell are among the talent at this summer's Roundhouse Comedy Festival on August 1.

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Perfect May Bank Holiday walk in London for every type of person
Discover the best walks in London this May bank holiday, from Richmond Park and Regent’s Canal to the South Bank and Greenwich.

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:25:06 +0100
Commuters face delays on Central, Northern, Elizabeth and DLR trains
Severe Tube and rail delays hit London’s Central, DLR, Elizabeth and Northern lines during Friday rush hour. Passengers advised to check travel updates.

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:12:37 +0100
Family tried to contact dad-of-two before finding out he was stabbed to death
The family of a Sutton dad-of-two say they had been trying to contact him for some time before learning he had been stabbed to death at a hostel.

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:11:11 +0100
Gatwick Airport trains delayed as emergency services respond — alternative routes
Train delays and cancellations between Gatwick Airport and East Croydon after incident. Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink services disrupted.

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
The Bromley secondary schools where most pupils stay in education after GCSEs
Data from the Department for Education has revealed how many students in Bromley secondary schools stayed in education after their GCSEs.

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
'Boarded-up shops at Tube station are spoiling the area'
Residents have launched a petition pleading with Transport for London (TfL) to review its rents and let five empty shops at Willesden Green Tube station.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:52:24 +0100
Busy road outside Lewisham station closed due to 'police incident'
A busy road outside Lewisham station is closed due to a 'police incident'

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:47:44 +0100
Emergency services respond to incident near Gatwick Airport — what we know so far
Train delays between Gatwick Airport and East Croydon as emergency services respond to an incident. Disruption expected until 18:00. Check National Rail.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:40:46 +0100
Raiil trains disrupted due to ‘emergency incident’ - recap
Thameslink trains were disrupted due to emergency services dealing with an incident between Gatwick Airport and East Croydon.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:07:36 +0100
Man caught stealing meat, sweets and drinks in Sainsbury’s haul
A man has been ordered to pay compensation after stealing meat, confectionery, and drinks from a Sainsbury’s supermarket.

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:37:45 +0100
I completed the London marathon — but it was never just about running
A powerful personal story of running the London Marathon in memory of a brother lost to suicide, raising funds for Suicide&Co.

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:17:37 +0100
The new central London summer terrace bringing drinks, food and events
St Ermin’s Hotel has opened a new summer terrace near St James’s Park, featuring Louis Pommery England drinks, food and seasonal events.

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:26:11 +0100
Shooters Hill road blocked after crash - recap
Shooters Hill Road was blocked off today (May 1).

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:12:29 +0100
Croydon police officer ‘swindled Dior, Cartier and other shops over online purchases’
A former Metropolitan Police officer facing fraud and corruption charges is accused of swindling luxury retailers out of thousands of pounds worth of online shopping purchases.

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:06:14 +0100
Lines blocked on Elizabeth line as delays affect services
Elizabeth line disruption: Signalling fault between Langley and Slough causes delays of up to 20 minutes towards Reading. Check journeys; compensation possible.

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:42:52 +0100
Met Police officer ‘swindled Dior, Cartier and other shops over online purchases’
A former Metropolitan Police officer facing fraud and corruption charges is accused of swindling luxury retailers out of thousands of pounds worth of online shopping purchases.

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:41:01 +0100
‘Significant’ police presence expected for Nakba Day and Tommy Robinson protests
Met Police to enforce conditions on pro-Palestine Nakba Day march and Tommy Robinson rally in central London, 16 May, amid FA Cup final security concerns.

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:15:09 +0100
Pinner man arrested over fatal crash - £36,000 raised for family
A fundraiser has hit £36,000 following the death of a "beloved" husband and son who was killed in a crash in Hatfield, Hertfordshire.

Fri, 01 May 2026 12:50:17 +0100
Fitness firm to open new gym in south-east London with £5 first-month offer
JD Gyms is offering the first 200 sign-ups to its new Charlton branch £5 for their first month.

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