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Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:43:32 +0000LIVE updates as M3 closed for HOURS after 'serious' crash between two lorries
The M3 is closed near junction 3 in Surrey due to a crash involving two lorries.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:37:31 +0000Man in hospital with ‘significant injuries’ after ‘hit and run’ in Croydon
A man is in hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car in Croydon.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:33:58 +0000All the London Underground closures to be aware of for this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (March 20 to 22) and don't be caught out.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:30:00 +0000Surbiton man who travelled to east London to meet girl, 14, admits child sex offences
Aashit Patel will be sentenced for two attempted child sex offences.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:27:34 +0000Person in hospital after crash shuts Croydon road for hours
A person has been taken to hospital after a crash in Croydon which has Church Road for hours.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:05:06 +0000One in five small UK firms could close within months after a cyber breach
A survey of small business owners found that many could shut down within months due to the consequences of a cyber breach
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:26:00 +0000Brits issued travel warning for Spain, Italy, France and more amid new airport rule
UK holidaymakers heading to Europe including Spain and Italy have been issued a warning by travel experts due to new Entry Exit System (EES)
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:50:45 +0000170 pubs at risk of sale or closure as Greene King director steps down
Greene King was founded in 1799 and currently employ around 40,000 staff
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000Blippi announces new Be Like Blippi UK tour as dates revealed
Audience members are encouraged to wear orange Blippi glasses and join in the fun as the cast invites everyone to "be like Blippi."
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:17:31 +0000The two-minute fridge job that could help UK households save up to £534 - it's simple
Energy specialists say a simple two-minute task regarding your fridge could significantly improve efficiency and cut running costs.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:16:35 +0000Tesco expands in-store feature to more UK shops under new trial
Tesco has begun installing more Evri-branded lockers in some UK locations under a new trial
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:13:00 +0000Why you should favourite your local Newsquest title as a Preferred Source on Google
This is why you should favourite your local Newsquest title as a Preferred Source on Google
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:12:00 +0000Watch how to get the news you want to see with Google’s Preferred Sources
Google's Preferred Sources allows users to personalise their results in Google Search and choose news outlets they want to see more of.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:07:00 +0000Why you should turn on Google’s preferred sources and how to do it
This is how to add your favourite news sources to Google’s preferred sources and make sure you stay up to date with all the news happening near you.
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:59:16 +0000Dragons Den star steps in to rescue homeware company with 93 UK stores
Theo Paphitis featured on Dragons Den from the show's inception in 2005 until 2013 when he left to focus on his business empire
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:34:11 +0000Bexleyheath and Crayford residents warned as potential PM2.5 risk revealed
In June 2025, the BMJ released new information which indicated that airborne pollution in the form of PM2.5 particles could be contributing to 30,000 excess deaths per year in the UK.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:43:13 +0000Body found in search for missing man in Surrey
A body has been found in the search for a missing man in Surrey.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Croydon and Sutton council tax to rise by 4.99 per cent from April
Residents in Croydon and Sutton will see their council tax bills rise by the maximum allowed amount from April, after both boroughs agreed increases of 4.99 per cent.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:26:41 +0000Presenter Alexander Armstrong reveals his top 'dad mode' moments
Presenter Alexander Armstrong revealed how he once had to talk his son through how to cook mince at university – and enjoys going into ‘dad mode’ at every opportunity.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:23:13 +0000The top 30 moments Brits would love to freeze and relive include their first kiss
The top 30 moments Brits would love to freeze and relive include their first kiss, landing their dream job and getting the keys to their first home.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:21:28 +0000Two in three Brits stay up late just for uninterrupted ‘me time’
Two in three Brits have deliberately stayed up later than the rest of their household – just to enjoy uninterrupted ‘me time’.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:11:52 +0000Graham Norton breaks silence on 'his pals' new programme The Claudia Winkleman Show
Graham Norton has reacted to 'his pals' new show, The Claudia Winkleman Show
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:37:22 +0000Warning after meningitis outrbreak - symptoms, treatment and different variations
The outbreak, believed to have affected mostly people aged 18 to 21, has prompted the UK Health Security Agency to contact more than 30,000 students
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:37:49 +0000WhatsApp to launch new premium subscription with users to pay for certain features
A new optional premium subscription called WhatsApp Plus is under development for Android and iOS - here is what is known so far.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:36:43 +0000Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, Sainsbury's and more UK retailers adopting new '£13 rule'
This is a list of UK retailers and supermarkets set to adopt the '£13 rule'.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:10:08 +0000Is a yoghurt maker worth it? I put Lakeland’s £21.99 Multi Yoghurt Maker to the test
I’ve always liked the idea of making yoghurt at home, but I assumed it would be fiddly or require lots of equipment. The Lakeland Multi Yoghurt and Soft Cheese Maker has completely changed that for me
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:45:00 +0000Who is Banksy? Artist's identity 'revealed' after more than 26 years of speculation
The identity of British artist Banksy may finally have been revealed after years of speculation.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:04:44 +0000The 25 countries the UK Government is 'advising against all travel' to - full list
There are several countries in the Middle East that you should not travel to, but the Foreign Office has warnings in place for many more.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:07:55 +0000Croydon dads get new NHS-backed parenting app
Croydon dads can now access the free NHS-backed DadPad app, offering guidance on newborn care, safer sleep, mental health support and parenting advice.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000Five of the best walks in Sutton to try this spring
From riverside trails to open downs and historic parks, Sutton has plenty of walking routes perfect for brighter days and longer evenings.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:11:41 +0000Disruption until end of day after signalling fault hits busy London rail route
Rail signalling fault disrupts Southern train services between Sutton and Clapham Junction via Streatham. Expect delays, cancellations and diversions today.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000Croydon-bound Southern trains cancelled or diverted this week
Southern trains in Croydon will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this week.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000All the confirmed SL15 Superloop bus stops across south London
TfL has announced it will be going ahead with the SL15 Superloop bus running between Clapham and Eltham – here’s everything you need to know.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sir Tom Jones set to headline Palace Bowl Presents this August
Sir Tom Jones will headline Palace Bowl Presents at Crystal Palace Bowl on August 5, joined by Billy Ocean and a summer line-up including Grace Jones and Gary Numan.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:30:18 +0000King Charles praised for 'vital' action in stripping 9 people of their MBEs and OBEs
Media commentators have praised King Charles and the government's "vital" action in stripping nine people of their MBEs and OBEs
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:31:37 +0000Huge UK car park company enters administration leaving hundreds of locations at risk
Car park operator NCP is at risk of collapsing as administrators have been appointed.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:47:09 +0000Chinese retail giant to launch in UK and rival Amazon with next-day delivery option
Chinese online retail giant JD.com is launching its UK site Joybuy, in a move to take on major rivals like Amazon by offering next-day deliveries.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:47:39 +0000Shoppers warned 'do not eat' Walkers crisps sold at UK supermarkets due to recall
A six pack of Hot Honey Walkers crisps has been recalled as it may contain milk that is not declared in the ingredients on the packaging.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:47:46 +0000UK's 'best' fast food retailer set to close after 5 years as it enters liquidation
British fast food retailer Tings N Wings is set to close after voluntarily entering liquidation in March 2026.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Croydon boy beats West End contenders for award at one of London's top theatres
Croydon’s Anton Vehring, 11, wins the first WhatsOnStage Best Child Performance award for Land of the Living at the National Theatre.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:00:24 +0000Man in hospital after stabbing near primary school in Barnes
A man is in hospital after a broad daylight stabbing near a primary school.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000South Londoners jailed in March so far including predator shop worker
We round-up the south London criminals who were jailed in March 2026 so far.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 11:27:18 +0000Two arrested after late-night fight in Croydon leaves man in hospital
Two men have been arrested after a fight in Croydon left a man in the hospital.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:58:40 +0000Man in hospital after late-night fight involving ‘several people’ in Croydon
A man was taken to hospital after a late-night fight in Croydon.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 09:49:23 +0000RECAP as major road in south London blocked after crash
The A215 Norwood Road is blocked in both directions after a crash near St Faith’s Road in Tulse Hill.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'I thought Worcester Park was boring - then I spent a day there and changed my mind'
When I decided to head out to Worcester Park, I wasn’t exactly full of excitement. But it changed my mind and here's why.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000This week's planning applications to Sutton Council
Latest Sutton Council planning applications: proposals for rear extensions and fenestration changes to homes in Sutton and Cheam.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sutton’s most popular restaurant has a sister – and it’s just as great
Sutton has plenty of restaurants, but every so often one comes along that genuinely surprises you.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Easter trail and spring event coming to Mayfield Lavender in Epsom
An Easter-themed trail with games, chocolate and nature activities is coming to Mayfield Lavender’s Secret Garden in Epsom this spring.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000Major stations near south London set to close for over THREE weeks this summer
Two major stations near south London will be closed for more than three weeks this summer while engineers carry out £20 million of essential upgrades to track, bridges and drainage.