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Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:41:30 +0000
Boy, 13, charged after two pupils stabbed at Kingsbury school
A 13-year-old boy has been charged after two pupils were stabbed at Kingsbury High School.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:39:00 +0000
Boy, 13, charged after two pupils stabbed at Kingsbury school
A 13-year-old boy has been charged after two pupils were stabbed at Kingsbury High School.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:28:59 +0000
Person dies after incident on tracks near Westcombe Park station
A person has been pronounced dead at the scene of an incident on the tracks near Westcombe Park station.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:23:24 +0000
LIVE updates as Elizabeth line Heathrow Terminal 4 trains CANCELLED
Train services to Heathrow Terminal 4 remain suspended this morning after a signalling fault, with disruption expected to continue until at least 11am.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:56:30 +0000
Severe delays on District line — what commuters can do
Severe delays on the District line affect routes from Earl’s Court to Wimbledon, Richmond and Ealing Broadway due to signalling and train faults. Alternative travel options available.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:02:32 +0000
LIVE as 'emergency service incident' blocks road near primary school
An emergency services incident near a primary school in Harlesden has blocked the road, causing buses to go on diversion.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:27:35 +0000
Secondary school closure continues after boys, 12 and 13, stabbed
Ongoing police work at a secondary school in Brent has resulted in another day of closures for part of the school.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:12:41 +0000
RECAP after faulty train causes SEVERE rush hour delays on District line
There are severe delays on the District line due to a faulty train at Barking this morning.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Two-bedroom flat with period charm in Gondar Gardens, West Hampstead NW6
A well-presented two-bedroom first-floor flat set within the ever-popular Gondar Gardens in West Hampstead.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Gordon Ramsay’s ‘outstanding’ sky‑high restaurant just earned its first Michelin star
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High has earned its first Michelin star and has been praised for its outstanding food and service.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Mayor aims for second term to ‘get the job done’ in Croydon
Jason Perry says he wants another term as Croydon's executive mayor to “get the job done” and continue what he describes as Croydon's “journey of improvement”.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Save on February staycations with Sykes Cottages
Whether you're looking to explore the countryside with your family or a break by the sea, there's something for everyone from Sykes Cottages this February.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
New burger bar 'better than anywhere else' opens in Romford town centre
Phat Buns burger restaurant has opened in South Street, Romford, replacing Stack & Sizzle.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Revised plans to expand Highgate School 'are disappointing'
The Highgate Society has said fresh expansion plans from Highgate School have made only minor amendments and don't address residents' concerns.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
London Underground closures and changes you need to be aware of this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 13 to February 15) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Tube line set to close between these stations for FOUR days
Metropolitan line closure as TfL shuts London Underground services for four days between Harrow-on-the-Hill, Amersham, Chesham and Watford.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Parts of London office building set to become flexible office or education space
Plans to convert parts of a London office building into an flexible office or education space have been approved.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Remember London’s bendy buses? Here’s what actually happened to them
London once had bendy buses; find out what happened to them and why they were replaced.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Prince of Darkness' casts a shadow over our democracy
Wimbledon MP Paul Kohler on the allegations that Peter Mandelson shared market-sensitive information with Jeffrey Epstein.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside London's 'chic' wellness clinic using high-priced ketamine for therapy
A wellness clinic in central London is using legally prescribed ketamine as part of supervised therapy programmes aimed at treating depression and trauma.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Great milestone reached' as new hostels near completion
Camden celebrates topping out of two new hostels on Camden Road and Chester Road, providing 89 energy-efficient temporary homes to tackle London’s housing.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Barnet launches council tax relief for people with terminal illnesses
Barnet Council offers council tax relief for terminally ill residents, joining Manchester and Barnsley. Policy aims to ease financial strain.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the London Lloyds and Halifax bank branches set to close
Lloyds Banking Group to close 95 bank branches, including Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland, in London and UK-wide from May 2026 to March 2027.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
John Lewis, takeaways, coffee shops - What you want to fill former Bromley Debenhams
Bromley locals have spoken about what they’d like to see the new units become in the former Debenhams.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The London borough that's the most popular area for first time buyers in the UK
Tower Hamlets has been revealed as the most popular area for first-time home buyers in the UK, according to research by Property Buyers Today.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The cameras that stop wanted criminals from roaming around our towns
Crime in Croydon down under Mayor Jason Perry, with Live Facial Recognition tech helping police arrest over 100 wanted criminals since 2023.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Former children's hospice shop could become restaurant
A former children's hospice shop in Dagenham could be transformed into a new restaurant if plans are approved.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bromley Council confirms no increase to parking charges in 2026
Drivers will not face higher parking charges this year after a council decided to freeze fees.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Five Battersea dogs in London looking for their forever homes
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is searching for new homes for a group of young dogs in London and Old Windsor, each with different needs and personalities.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'St Helier’s A&E is at breaking point – and we cannot afford more delay'
Carshalton & Wallington MP Bobby Dean says St Helier Hospital A&E is at crisis point, with 12-hour waits and corridor care.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Run half a marathon or a 10k at one of London's most iconic sporting venues
The RunThrough London Half & 10K is set to return to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park next month.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The fish and chip shop with 'soggy sausages' and food that tastes like 'old oil'
King Neptune Fish & Chips in Plaistow has been hit with a 0 food hygiene rating following an inspection in December 2025.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Apprenticeships and targeted support 'have helped 6,000 residents into work'
Islington Council claims its jobs programme has helped 6,000 residents into work since 2020 via apprenticeships, training, and targeted employment support.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Wembley training centre opens to provide employment opportunities
LSST opens Construction Training Centre in Wembley, investing £1m to tackle skills shortages, boost local jobs, and support Brent and London regeneration.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000
Little known water bottle rule that could see Brits fined £435 on holiday
Brits traveling to Capri, Italy, are being warned about a little-known water bottle rule that could result in a €500 fine.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000
The south London garage owner who has raised more than £23,000 for hospice
Catford's Grips Tyres garage owner Reg, 78, has raised more than £23,000 for St Christopher’s Hospice by donating air pump fees.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000
£2,000 grant for groups in Harrow and Brent as charity opens applications
Voluntary groups in Harrow and Brent can apply for POhWER’s Arthur Bate Fund grants of up to £2,000 to support new or expanded advocacy projects.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000
Council wants half of tourist tax cash to be spent in Brent
Brent Council urges the Government to let boroughs keep at least 50% of Visitor Levy revenues from the proposed tourist tax to support services in areas like Wembley.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:21:00 +0000
Child injured in Erith nursery 'assault' sparks police probe
Little Stars Nursery in Erith was closed by Ofsted the day after a child was injured in an alleged assault, News Shopper can reveal.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:19:33 +0000
Evening rush chaos as parts of London Underground face delays
London Underground delays and Tram closures are causing rush hour disruption. TfL advises commuters to check routes as Bakerloo line and Trams face issues.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:18:53 +0000
Driver who killed boy, 4, in Dartford crash claims he just wanted to dent car
The driver who killed Peter Maughan in a crash has given evidence in the murder trial.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:09:22 +0000
Teen suspect arrested at mosque hours after double stabbing in Kingsbury school
The suspect of a double stabbing at Kingsbury High School was arrested in a mosque after he allegedly fled the scene.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:06:51 +0000
Prisoner who escaped from guards at hospital found on other side of London
The Met Police arrested a suspected escaped prisoner in Thamesmead.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:04:00 +0000
Beloved pubs and historic cinema among buildings protected by local listing
Beloved pubs and the Phoenix Cinema are among ten Barnet buildings that have gained Asset of Community Value status since Labour took control of Barnet Council.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Become a construction worker or tram engineer as TfL launches apprenticeships
Transport for London has launched 157 apprenticeship roles this year across the organisation.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
New London exhibition takes you behind the scenes of Wallace & Gromit and more
A new exhibition exploring Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep and more opens at the Young V&A this week, showcasing 50 years of Aardman animation.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Bid to turn historic pub into community centre refused
Barnet Council has refused a plan to convert The Railway Hotel, Edgware, from historic pub to community centre, citing heritage loss and lack of viability evidence.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
You can acquire 'one of UK’s most distinctive lifestyle businesses' in London
A camera museum, shop, café and cigar lounge in central London is on sale for £209,999 on Zoopla.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
'Unacceptable noise' fears among reasons for new Romford homes refusal
Plans to change the use of retail spaces in Romford into new homes have been rejected over concerns about noise and light levels.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Obstacle course cuts prices on school holiday dates
People can enjoy discounted entry at X-Treme Air, Crook Log Leisure Centre, Bexley, for £3.50 per person on selected 2026 school holiday dates.

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