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Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:42:00 +0000
Work begins on new £19.4m school in Upton Park
A £19.4 million project will create a new purpose-built home for Connaught Special School in Upton Park, providing 105 places for children with autism and complex learning needs.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:22:49 +0000
LIVE updates as trains from key London station face MAJOR delays after damage
Trains from a key London station face major disruption after overnight damage. Live updates here.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:18:56 +0000
Mystery as HUGE beam of light seen shining in night sky all over London
Residents across London have taken social media to ask about a blue light seen shining into the sky.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:30:00 +0000
An apartment in Ormonde Court, Belsize Grove NW3
Two-bed lateral apartment in Ormonde Court, Belsize Grove NW3

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:20:45 +0000
LIVE updates as Woolwich Ferry CANCELLED during rush hour
The Woolwich Ferry is suspended due to a technical issue. Find the latest updates live here.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
'Estate feels calmer' after £300k safety project to stamp out drug dealing
A £308,500 Safer Streets project to try to stop drug dealing in Loughton’s Oakwood Hill estate has concluded after a year of safety improvements, including new CCTV, lighting, youth engagement and community action.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
London ping pong bar: 'Value for money driving Christmas bookings this year'
Bounce, the London table tennis bar chain, says it is finding value for money is driving Christmas bookings this year.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Inside 'extensively renovated' Harold Hill bungalow on the market for £800,000
A bungalow in Harold Hill, which has been extensively renovated, has been put on the market for £800,000

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:52:02 +0000
Get back to a snore-free zone this autumn with Adjustamatic
If there’s one topic to raise tensions this autumn, it has to be snoring!

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The dazzling Christmas light switch-ons in Eltham and Woolwich this November
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas across Greenwich, with a number of festive events for families planned this November.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Greenwich HMO residents 'had to wee in bathtub or at nearby IKEA' for 58 days
Residents of a Greenwich HMO had to urinate in a bathtub or use the lavatories at a nearby furniture superstore for 58 days because their toilet was broken.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The most dangerous junctions in London revealed
The London Cycling Campaign has revealed its updated map of the capital’s most dangerous junctions for 2025, highlighting 10 major hotspots and calling on TfL and councils to take urgent action to prevent further fatalities.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The Sutton area named as the borough’s ‘least desirable’ area
St Helier has been named the least desirable area in Sutton in a new ranking on TikTok.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Dartford charity shop given once-in-a-lifetime Christmas window display redesign
The Scope charity shop in Dartford has received a luxury festive window display makeover from World of Books and designer Sara Ulen, helping raise funds and awareness for disabled people this Christmas.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Catholic priest abused position at Epsom church to groom and sexually abuse boy
Father Tony abused his position at St Joseph's Church in Epsom to groom and sexually abuse a young boy.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Hundreds call for Bromley road to be made safe again after speed bumps removed
Over 600 residents of a recently resurfaced road in Bromley have signed a petition to “Make Hawes Lane Safe Again” after several speed humps were removed.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Full list of all the London Underground lines and stations closed this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (November 21 - 23) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:32:33 +0000
EastEnders to air special episode for the first time in show's history
BBC EastEnders has confirmed it will be airing a flashforward episode for its New Year special.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000
Four stabbed outside train stations across London in one week
Four people have been stabbed outside train stations across London in just a week.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:19:21 +0000
Police issue update after two 16-year-old boys shot in Barking
Police have issued an update after two 16-year-old boys were taken to hospital following a shooting in Barking.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000
Cinematic spectacle coming to Harlow this weekend
Cineworld Harlow will host a weekend of festive fun with screenings of Wicked: For Good and CBeebies Panto 2025: Cinderella on November 22–23, featuring multiple showtimes and reduced-price tickets.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000
Bid to save much-loved market and 'oasis of calm' from traffic chaos
The space between Hampstead Theatre and Central School of Speech and Drama has been listed as an asset of community value before a 24-storey development gets underway

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:56:25 +0000
Police search for men after fight on London to Birmingham train leaves man assaulted
Police are searching for men after a fight on a London to Birmingham train.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:33:00 +0000
The Havering school recognised as one of best 'outdoor learning' providers in UK
Drapers’ Maylands Primary School in Harold Hill has received the gold Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) mark for the second time, recognising its excellence in outdoor education.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:30:00 +0000
Lewisham community leader announced as Conservative mayoral candidate
Lewisham community leader Sylbourne Sydial has been selected as the Conservative candidate for the May 2026 mayoral election, pledging to rebuild trust, tackle crime, and support youth and local businesses.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:20:00 +0000
'Kind and caring' man died after being knocked off bike by Mercedes, inquest told
An inquest has opened into the death of Barry Shonibare, from Forest Gate, who was killed in a crash at Wanstead Flats in east London.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:12:00 +0000
Historic North Woolwich pub aims to reopen 'as soon as possible' after sudden closure
The Henley Arms in Albert Road, North Woolwich hopes to reopen as soon as possible after closing in October 2025, its owner Star Pubs & Bars has said.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:36:18 +0000
Major Essex road to remain closed 'throughout evening' after serious crash
The A12 in Essex has been completely shut for hours after a "serious" crash - and is expected to remain closed throughout the evening.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:05:00 +0000
The stunning new look of John Lewis Bluewater after £10million makeover
John Lewis Bluewater has unveiled its £10m refurbishment, featuring a new Gifting Emporium, luxury Home themes, top beauty brands, a Tish Lyon piercing studio, and a magical Christmas section that redefines modern shopping.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Lewisham Met Police officer 'made anonymous rape threat to colleague's partner'
Former Met Police officer Oscar Yustos-Morales has been dismissed for gross misconduct.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:55:00 +0000
New Greenwich public toilet map released to mark World Toilet Day
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has launched a new public toilet map featuring over 60 accessible facilities across the borough to support residents, families, and visitors, unveiled on World Toilet Day.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:03:28 +0000
Boy, 17, critically injured in Thamesmead crash still in hospital days later
A boy remains in hospital days after being injured in a crash in Thamesmead.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:30:00 +0000
'Romford Wonderland' WILL return with potential opening date revealed
A house dubbed 'Romford Wonderland' will be decorated elaborately for Christmas again in 2025.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
'Not-to-be-missed' Northern Lights display coming to Essex shopping centre
Lakeside Shopping Centre will host Borealis, a Northern Lights installation by Swiss artist Dan Acher, this December.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:03:48 +0000
South London borough with famous tourist attraction could introduce tourist tax
Lambeth Council could soon be introducing a new tourist tax after a proposal received an overwhelming amount of support.

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:49:36 +0000
Petition launched to protect much-loved Barnet pub from development
Thousands of people have signed a petition urging Barnet Council to protect one of the borough’s oldest pubs.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000
More than a third of Havering residents still feel unsafe despite improvement
More than 35 per cent of Havering residents say they still feel unsafe despite crime rates falling, Havering Council has said.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:43:22 +0000
Celebrating Innovation and Community in Bromley - The ABBBAs 2025
The Mayor of Bromley joined local companies, community organisations, and business leaders to celebrate the people and enterprises going above and beyond for the borough. The Above & Beyond Bromley Business Awards (the ABBBAs

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:44:37 +0000
FAKE speed camera installed on crash-plagued Catford road
A fake speed camera installed on a busy road in Catford has now been removed.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:39:06 +0000
Death of Oasis fan who fell from height at Wembley was ‘tragic accident’
The death of an Oasis fan who fell from height at one of the band’s Wembley concerts was a “tragic accident”, a pre-inquest review heard.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:21:52 +0000
First play in honour of trailblazing north London director opens tonight
Buzz Studios, founded to honour RSC’s first female director Buzz Goodbody, launches its debut play Petty Men at London’s Arcola Theatre — a reimagining of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar running until December 20.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:20:44 +0000
Muslim Charity Run in East London reviews policies after backlash for banning women
A charity run that stopped women and girls over 12 from taking part is "reviewing its policies" after a backlash from the local community and senior politicians.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:06:46 +0000
RECAP after A12 shuts BOTH ways following 'serious crash'
The A12 Ingatestone Bypass is closed in both directions after a "serious" crash.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:47:06 +0000
Man with links to Dartford and several Kent towns wanted on recall to prison
A man with links to several towns in Kent is wanted on recall to prison.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:42:26 +0000
Hour-by-hour weather forecast after snow and sleet falls over London
Snow has been spotted falling in some parts of London as the country looks set for a much colder rest of the week.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:27:18 +0000
Hundreds of illegal cigarette packets found hidden behind Greenwich shop wall panel
Hundreds of illegal cigarette packets have been found hidden behind a shop wall panel in Greenwich.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Family swim raises cash to help bring Christmas cheer to children in need
Patron Colin Grainger and his granddaughters Laura and Natalie raised £500 with a family swim for the Kevin Jenkins OBE Christmas Toy Appeal, helping provide gifts for disadvantaged children across Newham.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Inside five-bedroom 1930s house in Chingford on the market
See inside a five-bedroom semi-detached house in a cul-de-sac in Chingford, which is on the market for offers more than £775,000.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
£22m investment in new east London campus to improve emergency care
London Ambulance Service is investing over £22 million in a new East London Campus in Canning Town, featuring a modern ambulance hub, specialist paramedic base, and sustainable facilities to enhance emergency care.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:53:00 +0000
Call for more toilets and cafes in Barnet's parks
Park users calling for more toilets and cafes may get another month to have their say on a ten-year action plan for Barnet's green spaces.

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