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Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
The pop-up choir giving men a chance to find their voices
A new project called Men United in Song is inviting around 40 men from Harrow, Hillingdon, and Hertfordshire to join an eight‑week pop‑up choir.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Former Ilford factory could be turned into flats
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Redbridge Council, featuring developments.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Barking home could be split into two flats under new plans
A planning application to convert a house in Alfreds Gardens, Barking, into two separate flats is among the latest batch submitted to Barking & Dagenham Council.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
MP launches free legal advice for Finchley and Golders Green residents
Residents in Finchley and Golders Green can now access free legal advice through a new pop‑up service launched by MP Sarah Sackman.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Death notices and funeral announcements from the News Shopper
Last week, the News Shopper published 1 death notice.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Death notices and funeral announcements from the Romford Recorder
Last week, the Romford Recorder published 1 death notice.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Hampstead death notices and funeral announcements from the Ham & High
Last week, the Ham & High published 1 death notice.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
What I love about Hither Green as a local – and why I think it’s a good place to live
I’m a local to Hither Green and with its strong community values and independent businesses I think it has a lot to offer.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
I tried pie and mash for the first time in east London and left genuinely impressed
I'm an American and visited F. Cooke on Hoxton Street for my first ever taste of pie, mash and liquor.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The WORST roads to be stuck on in south east London during rush hour revealed
News Shopper readers have named the worst roads to get stuck on across south east London, revealing the routes that cause the most frustration during rush hour.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Free Easter ’everything hunt’ with prizes from chocolate to leg of lamb
A free Easter “everything hunt” is coming to Crystal Palace, with prizes including chocolate, food and more for families and adults.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Three of the best-rated cafes in one of the UK's best-rated places to live
After Walthamstow was rated as one of the best places to live in the UK, we've pulled together some of its best-rated cafes.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The day Microsoft taught college tech students about hacking
Cyber security students at Barking & Dagenham College received career insights, CV feedback, and guidance from Microsoft professionals.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New London-wide scheme set to save families money on school uniforms
A new London‑wide School Uniform Reuse Network has been launched to help families access affordable second‑hand uniforms and reduce clothing waste.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New football sessions launched for young girls at Ilford school
The London APSA Youth Project has launched new weekly football sessions for girls aged 9 to 12 at Little Ilford School, aiming to boost participation.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The new London health centre set to bring 6,000 more appointments
Centre Manor Park in Newham will receive Government funding to expand its neighbourhood health services, creating 6,000 more appointments.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The day care home residents got to meet a bearded dragon
Rabbits, rats and a bearded dragon brought smiles to residents at Signature at Hendon Hall during a special visit from Megan’s Petting Paradise.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Growing up in Newham was very difficult - football turned my life around'
A West Ham United Foundation 'captain' attended a Downing Street reception celebrating 25 years of the Football Foundation and described how football helped him off the path to crime and prison.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside the £15m Georgian home with riverside views of Tower Bridge and the Shard
Dockmaster's House, a Georgian residence near Tower Bridge has been listed on Zoopla for £15m.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Former Hornchurch car showroom could be turned into new café
Plans to convert a former car showroom in Butts Green Road, Hornchurch, into a new café are among the latest batch of applications submitted to Havering Council.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fun indoor things to do in London this Easter if it rains
Rainy Easter in London? Discover seven indoor activities for families, from museums to immersive experiences and budget-friendly days out.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Chelsea restaurant where every starter and every main costs the same amount
Mucci’s in Chelsea has launched a new fixed-price ‘10/20’ menu, offering £10 starters and £20 mains to make dining simpler and more affordable.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Southern trains in Croydon cancelled or diverted this Sunday
Southern trains running in Croydon will be cancelled, or replaced by buses this weekend.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
World-first tuberculosis survivors' clinic opens in east London
Barts Health NHS Trust clinic is leading the way in TB care with world-first clinic for survivors.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:09:29 +0000
Film crews set to take over Isle of Dogs road for Netflix filming this weekend
Film crews will descend on a street on the Isle of Dogs this weekend to shoot scenes for an upcoming Netflix series, our sister title London Now reports.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:07:00 +0000
Film crews set to take over east London road for Netflix filming this weekend
Film crews will descend on a street in east London this weekend to shoot scenes for an upcoming Netflix series.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Free Star Trek experience launches at Science Museum for show's 60th anniversary
The Science Museum has launched a free Star Trek Warp trial to celebrate 60 years of the iconic sci-fi franchise

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:08:34 +0000
High street cordoned off after large fight with ‘knfie’
High Street, Hounslow has been cordoned off by police today (March 27).

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Notting Hill road with cherry blossom 'plagued' by tourists and influencers
Residents on a Notting Hill street say they are being “plagued” by tourists and influencers flocking to photograph its cherry blossom trees.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
New noodle bar with five star reviews opens in Crouch End
Cheers Noodle has notched up five star reviews on Tripadvisor and Google for their noodle dishes and fried chicken - they have now opened in Broadway Parade, Crouch End.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Hospital told to improve after maternity 'safe care' rules breached
Princess Royal University Hospital in Orpington has been told it must improve its maternity services after "safe care" regulations were breached.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
London’s top parks for marathon training with scenic running routes
Discover the best London parks for marathon training, with long routes, scenic paths and ideal terrain for building endurance.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
No trains running to and from Orpington this weekend
Southeastern trains through Orpington will not run this weekend due to engineering work.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Turkish restaurant in Orpington hopes to open until 1.30am on weekends
Turkish restaurant The Bank in Orpington is hoping to open until 1.30am at weekends.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0000
Doctor Who star pops into reopening of 'special' Camden Town pub
Sex Education and Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa was among the first to celebrate the reopening of The Black Cap in Camden High Street last week after 10 years of closure.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Croydon’s highest-rated primary schools ranked by School Guide
Parents looking for the best primary schools in Croydon can now see how local classrooms compare on School Guide.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Plans for HMO near school in major Romford street refused again
Plans to turn a home in Mawney Road, Romford into a four-person HMO have been refused again.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Popular Italian sandwich brand giving away hundreds of freebies this weekend
The Italian sandwich brand, Dal Fiorentino, is celebrating the opening of its Notting Hill store this weekend by giving away 500 free sandwiches.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
First images reveal how new Italian restaurant coming to Muswell Hill could look
The first images have been revealed showing how new Italian restaurant Rossella in Muswell Hill Road could look.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
The London bus routes that are reducing in frequency from this weekend
TfL has announced changes to buses from this weekend, with eight routes set for reduced frequency.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:20 +0000
New healthy fast food restaurant opens in heart of London offices and toursits
Grain has opened in High Holborn, offering healthy fast food with grain bowls, pitas and drinks inspired by Mediterranean “Blue Zones.”

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Crayford playground set for 'modern' and 'inclusive' upgrade this summer
The Dell playground in Crayford could soon get an upgrade under new Bexley Council plans.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:50:14 +0000
Man dies after house fire near Heathrow Airport
A man has died following a house fire in Staines this afternoon.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:30:00 +0000
Ricky Gervais wins animal advocacy award in honour of Jane Goodall
It was an all Hampstead affair as Ricky Gervais and Peter Egan were handed an animal advocacy award in the name of the late conservationist Jane Goodall.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:20:19 +0000
Firefighters tackle blaze by tracks as major disruption hits London trains
Lineside fire causes major rail delays between London and East Kent. Southeastern trains cancelled or delayed; replacement buses in operation via Faversham.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:19:55 +0000
Cause of ‘intense’ shop fire revealed after child rescued in south east London
The cause of a fire at a shop with flats above in south east London has been revealed after firefighters rescued a child from the building.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:15:41 +0000
Manic Street Creature: Gig theatre at its most moving
This confessional slice of gig theatre is comes to Kilburn following an acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe two years ago.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:11:58 +0000
Major road closed due to crash in south east London
A busy south east London road is closed due to crash.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000
The Hampstead school that welcomed a bestselling writer
West Hampstead Primary School appeared on BBC Breakfast as it welcomed children's author A F Steadman on World Book Day

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Hundreds visit shop that stocks free prom outfits
A Pre‑Loved Prom Pop‑Up Shop at the Baytree Shopping Centre in Brentwood supported 130 young people by offering free new and pre‑loved prom outfits.

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