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Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:21:16 +0100
Man stabbed to death near busy market named and pictured for first time
A man stabbed to death among crowds near a busy market in Shadwell has been named and pictured.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:09:13 +0100
Woman dies in hospital eight days after pony and trap crash in Kent
A woman has dies in hospital eight days after a crash involving a tipper truck and a pony and trap in Kent.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Railway station development moves forward as new details submitted
Plans linked to improvements at Lea Bridge Railway Station in Leyton, are among the latest planning applications received by Waltham Forest Council.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
All the planning applications submitted to Sutton Council
Plans to significantly enlarge a previously approved new home in Wallington are among the latest batch of applications submitted to Sutton Council.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Seven Hampstead locations from famous films that you can visit
Over the years the beauty of Hampstead and the surrounding Heath has drawn Hollywood film makers to the north London neighbourhood.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The 'forgotten canal' which once ran through south London
The Grand Surrey Canal once ran through Peckham, shaping streets, parks and railways—its hidden route is still visible across southeast London.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Victorian home with panoramic city views and 'rooftop like no other'
An elegant Victorian home with period character and roof terrace views across London could be yours for £2,350,000.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two London parks ranked among UK’s most popular spring walks
Richmond Park and Hampstead Heath have been named the UK’s best spring walks, topping a new list based on popularity and reviews.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The adorable former stray tabby cat like 'putty in your hands' needs London home
Windermere, who arrived as a stray at a London cat centre is now looking for a new home.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This 'lovely' hidden gem National Trust site in London has been ranked UK's best
Rainham Hall in East London has been named among the UK's best National Trust properties. Find out why.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Care home invites community to Parkinson’s awareness afternoon
A Golders Green care home is inviting the community to a Parkinson’s awareness afternoon later this month

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Three stunning south east London gardens to see wisteria this spring
South east London is home to some true gems when it comes to seeing wisteria.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The architecture students helping turn a church into a community museum
Architecture students have been given the chance to use their skills to transform St Mary's Church interior into a community museum.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
TikTok‑famous Crystal Palace bakery named in prestigious food guide
A popular bakery in south London made famous by TikTok has been named as one of the UK’s best.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:37:02 +0100
The Inbetweeners is 'returning to screens' with new revival after 16 years
The E4 show, The Inbetweeners, is returning to screens with a brand new revival for the first time in 16 years.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:16:08 +0100
Man charged after 13 guns and fighting dogs found during police raid
A man has been charged after police seized 13 guns and fighting dogs from a property in Enfield

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:52:43 +0100
Boy, 16, charged with murder of teen shot dead in Woolwich
A boy has been charged with the murder of a 14-year-old who was shot dead in Woolwich.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:08:15 +0100
Buildings evacuated after major emergency response on Whitehall
Buildings were evacuated amid a major police response on Whitehall.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
The boujee brunch date with strong cocktails - but very small steaks
A review of Gaucho Canary Wharf’s Sonido Sessions brunch, covering food, free-flowing cocktails, pricing and whether it’s worth it.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
South east London’s best pub gardens to visit in the sunshine
Discover the best pub gardens in south east London, from riverside spots in Greenwich to leafy beer gardens in Peckham and Deptford.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
This large sports bar near the tube could be yours for £165k a year
A large sports bar near Fulham Broadway station is up for lease, offering a fully fitted venue with late licence and prime location.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Boy, 16, burgled Erith home armed with machete
A boy has pleaded guilty to an aggravated burglary in The Nursery in Erith.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Trains through Worcester Park replaced by buses this Sunday
South Western trains running through Worcester Park will not be running on Sunday.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Sainsbury's parking restrictions 'risk turning our high street into a desert'
Campaigners delivered a 1,300-strong petition to Sainsbury's saying parking restrictions at its Willesden store are hurting the high street.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:30:00 +0100
New south east London bakery planned to 'vitalise' town centre
TOAD Bakery could open in Deptford town centre if plans are approved.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:15:00 +0100
No arrests made after boy, 16, stabbed in Croydon
No arrests have been made after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed in Croydon.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:15:00 +0100
Pre-loved fashion hub takes over empty O2 Centre unit
Charity Super.Mkt will be a hub to drop off old clothes and run pop up pre-loved fashion sales at the shopping centre in Finchley Road.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:05:04 +0100
Racist abuse towards nurse at east London hospital caught on camera
Shocking racist abuse towards an A&E nurse in east London will be broadcast as part of new series A+E After Dark documentary series.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:07:48 +0100
Whitehall closed by police after package found near Parliament
Whitehall is closed near the Houses of Parliament due to a police incident. Live updates here.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Sharp rise in south east London crime recorded in March
Metropolitan Police figures have revealed which south east London borough recorded the highest number of criminal offences in March.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:59:25 +0100
Lord Mandelson faces up to £300 fine after being caught urinating in street
Lord Mandelson faces a £300 fine after being photographed urinating in Notting Hill, London, following a visit to George Osborne’s home. Council issues FPN.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:48:06 +0100
Condition update on boy, 16, stabbed near park in Croydon
Police have given an update on the condition of a teenage boy stabbed near a park in Croydon.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:12:40 +0100
Two London candidates miss out on a place in The Apprentice final
Two London candidates were fired on the latest episode of The Apprentice, missing out on a place in the final.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:05:00 +0100
Urgent call to rehome hundreds of hens in Bromley this weekend
More than 385 ex‑commercial hens are urgently in need of new homes in Bromley, with a large rehoming day taking place this weekend.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:02:54 +0100
Severe delays hit part of London Tube with long gaps between trains
Severe delays on London Underground’s Metropolitan line between Rickmansworth and Chesham due to signal failure at Chalfont & Latimer.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:07:00 +0100
Death of Italian-born bartender at London flat linked to powerful synthetic opioid
Matteo Leone was found dead at his shared flat in London.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:00:14 +0100
Twice-rescued stray dog hit and kicked in the head by its owner
A Stratford man has been banned from keeping a dog for five years after pleading guilty to five charges in relation to his dog, 'Bear'

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:40:10 +0100
How to get free tickets to sold-out Winnie the Pooh event this weekend
A sold-out Winnie the Pooh immersive event at Westfield White City is taking place this weekend with a limited number of same-day tickets up for grabs

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:34:08 +0100
Elizabeth line hit by delays of up to 60 minutes after lines blocked
Rail delays between London Paddington, Heathrow and Reading after a freight train breakdown. Elizabeth line, GWR, Heathrow Express services disrupted until 3pm.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:16:07 +0100
The London bus routes set to be disrupted by strike action next week
Seven London bus routes are to be disrupted by strike action on April 17 and 24 and May 15.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:13:29 +0100
Primary school teacher, 62, wrote secret notes and asked pupil on date
Carl Dixon was banned from teacher for engaging in behaviour of a sexual nature including asking a pupil on a date.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:58:41 +0100
New timetable for Superloop bus part of changes to London buses this weekend
A new timetable for the SL4 Superloop bus route is part of a wave of changes for a dozen London bus routes set to take effect from this weekend.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:54:45 +0100
Killer still at large of 'deeply loved' man, 23, who was stabbed to death
Met Police renew appeal to find Jordan Vincent, wanted over Rijkaard Siafa’s 2024 Croydon murder. Two men jailed; public urged to share info.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:47:02 +0100
RECAP after road closed and buses diverted in 'police incident'
A police incident has been reported in East Ham, with a road closure in place and buses diverted.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:23:08 +0100
Hunt for man after passenger punched unconscious at Tube station
Police are hunting for a man after an assault at Newbury Park Underground station.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:13:20 +0100
Delays and cancellations hit London trains after signal failure near Gatwick
Rail passengers face delays and cancellations between Gatwick Airport and Haywards Heath due to a signalling fault. Gatwick Express suspended.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Iconic Oxford Street department store rooftop bar to reopen this summer
1864 Rooftop Bar above John Lewis on Oxford Street will reopen for summer, offering cocktails, seasonal dishes and city views.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:36:09 +0100
London Euston trains hit by delays and cancellations after track fault
Rail delays and cancellations between Milton Keynes and London Euston due to track issues near Kensal Green. Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern affected.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:27:37 +0100
London weekend weather after week with record April temperatures
London is set for cooler weather this weekend after the capital saw the hottest day of the year so far

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:56:32 +0100
Woman on trial accused of murdering sister and taking diamond-encrusted Rolex
Nancy Pexton, 69, stands trial at the Old Bailey accused of murdering her sister, film director Jennifer Abbott, in Camden, north London, in 2023.

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