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Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0100
Croydon Homes, creating stories: Why property is about people first
Behind every sale, every rental and every negotiation is a story about people, not just property. Delve into the Croydon property market with 1st avenue.

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
All the crimes reported in one month in Sutton – the UK’s ‘safest’ place
Sutton saw a big drop in reported offences in August, according to new police data.

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The ‘serene’ south London area famous for tennis named in UK’s best places to live
A south west London neighbourhood famous for its world-class tennis tournament, leafy streets, and village-style charm has been named one of the UK’s best places to live.

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The worst-rated Croydon shops, takeaways and care homes for food hygiene
A number of Croydon businesses have been told to clean up their act after scoring poorly in recent food hygiene inspections.

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 07:20:38 +0100
Domino's announces 5000 new jobs as it approaches 'busy peak season'
This comes as Domino's marks some 40 years in the UK, with its first British store opening in Luton in 1985.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
The Sutton schools, restaurants and cafes for with top food hygiene standards
Dozens of Sutton restaurants, schools and cafes have earned the top five-star food hygiene rating in the latest inspections, reassuring local families and diners.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 16:46:08 +0100
Missing 15-year-old from Kent last seen on CCTV in London
Police searching for a missing girl from Ashford have released CCTV images believed to show her in London.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0100
The best Chinese restaurants to try in Sutton according to TripAdvisor reviews
Sutton is an area not short of incredible dining options, and fans of Chinese cuisine are well-catered for.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:45:45 +0100
Passengers facing another day of disruption at Heathrow after ‘cyber attack’
Passengers are facing another day of disruption at several European airports, including London Heathrow, after an alleged cyber attack targeted a service provider for check-in and boarding systemszsd

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:34:26 +0100
Man in hospital after being detained by police in the West End
A man has been taken to hospital after being detained by police in the West End.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0100
Killers and grooming teacher among south Londoners jailed so far this month
The names and faces of south London criminals who are have been sentenced to prison time in September 2025 so far.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:02:19 +0100
30 firefighters tackle fire at Richmond pub
Six fire engines and around 30 firefighters were called to a fire at the Angel and Crown pub in Richmond yesterday evening (Sunday).

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The Sutton takeaways and shops with the lowest food hygiene scores
A number of Sutton businesses have been told to clean up their act after scoring poorly in recent food hygiene inspections.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The detached Wallington house with annex, cinema and bar on sale for £1.6million
A £1.6m five-bedroom detached home on Sandy Lane South, Wallington, offers an annex, bespoke outbuilding with cinema room, bar, and landscaped gardens.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The 'charming' and 'lovely' farm in the middle of London that's a hidden gem
Hackney City Farm is a hidden gem in the heart of London that has been described as "charming" and "lovely".

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The south London area once dubbed the ‘lavender capital of the world’
Carshalton is a popular neighbourhood with parks, historic buildings, and community events, which can be found in Sutton.

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:30:25 +0100
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer confirms UK to recognise Palestinian state
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed the UK will recognise Palestine as a state.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
New open-air ice rink set to open in Leicester Square
Skate Leicester Square, a new open-air ice rink, opens this November as part of Christmas in Leicester Square, offering daily festive skating in London’s West End.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 15:38:25 +0100
Call 999 if you see missing 15-year-old last seen in Brixton
Police are appealing for help to find a missing teenager who was last seen in Brixton.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 12:18:16 +0100
Police appeal launched after assault and theft in Ewell
Police are appealing for witnesses after a reported assault and theft in Ewell.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0100
Waitress the musical to begin UK and Ireland tour at New Wimbledon Theatre
The hit musical Waitress begins its UK and Ireland tour at Wimbledon in March 2026, starring Carrie Hope Fletcher in a limited run as Jenna.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0100
London’s streets turned into a real-life Monopoly board for special reason
London’s streets have been turned into a real-life Monopoly board as fans hunted a giant silver Top Hat to mark the game’s 90th anniversary.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 11:51:48 +0100
Traffic banned from Oxford Street tomorrow for preview of mayors long-term plan
Traffic will be banned from part of Oxford Street on Sunday to showcase mayor Sir Sadiq Khan’s pedestrianisation plan.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 09:47:35 +0100
Heathrow airport hit by delays and cancellations after ‘cyber attack’
Flights have been delayed and cancelled at airports including Heathrow after an alleged cyber attack targeted a service provider for check-in and boarding systems.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Glamorous new London venue unveiled by world famous jazz club
Legendary jazz club Ronnie Scott's is reopening its upstairs room as a plush state of the art music venue following a major refurbishment.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Plans for 33 new flats in Sutton High Street among latest applications
This week’s Sutton planning applications include 33 flats at Helena House, a new classroom at Bandon Hill Primary School, and a day nursery at the Bowls Pavilion.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Round Table Carshalton Fireworks cancelled permanently
The Round Table Carshalton Fireworks will not take place this November and are not expected to return.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The village near London named most beautiful in England despite dark past
Hambleden in Buckinghamshire was previously named the 'most beautiful' village in England, and it's 2 hours from London. Find out why.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The 'best place to live' Richmond suburb where you can drink by the river 
Teddington in Richmond has been officially recognised as one of the top 300 places to live in the country.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'I went to one of Soho's newest live music bars and felt like a main character'
Nothing will make you feel more like a main character than soundtracking your own night at Greek Street Live.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
‘I went to Sutton’s top-rated restaurant – and I finally get why everybody loves it’
When you see the highest-rated restaurant on TripAdvisor and Google, there’s an unspoken rule: you have to see what the fuss is about.

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 09:27:10 +0100
Is it okay to leave your iPhone on low power mode the whole day?
Many Apple users have been left asking if leaving their iPhone on low power mode all day is bad for their device.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:30:49 +0100
RECAP after lines reopen after incident between Mitcham Junction and Sutton
Train services between Mitcham Junction and Sutton were disrupted this afternoon after emergency services dealt with an incident on the line. Power was briefly switched off, halting trains, but all lines have now reopened.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:20:48 +0100
LIVE updates as key London rail route hit by MAJOR delays after train evacuated
Trains from a major London station to the UK's biggest airport and beyond are facing 75 minute delays. Live updates here.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:00:00 +0100
The hidden gem New Malden Indian that left me blown away from start to finish
This Indian restaurant in New Malden is an absolute hidden gem. From the outside Moksha on Kingston Road looks a bit unassuming, but once inside it quickly became clear this was one of the most memorable meals I have had in a long time.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
New Roxy Ball Room to open in spring 2026 in busy central London location
Roxy Ball Room will open a new High Holborn venue in spring 2026, offering games, cocktails and late-night entertainment as part of its London expansion.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
South Western trains through Twickenham cancelled and replaced by buses
Several South Western trains will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this weekend due to maintenance work.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Work to transform Twickenham riverside into new public destination
The Twickenham Riverside regeneration is underway, set to deliver 45 new homes, gardens, play areas, and public spaces with improved access to the river.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Croydon residents given six months to move from mould ridden tower block
Residents of an “exclusive” Croydon tower block are being forced to move out for at least two years so the building can effectively be rebuilt, after a string of issues were identified just three years after it was built.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:09:17 +0100
The Southern trains through East Croydon cancelled this weekend
Several Southern trains through East Croydon will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this weekend.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:34:33 +0100
New scheme launched to prevent tenant evictions in Croydon
A new early-intervention scheme is helping landlords in Croydon avoid evictions and keep tenants in their homes.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:35:36 +0100
Cat dies with head injuries after 'appalling' attack suggesting intentional harm
The RSPCA is investigating after a cat was found with severe head injuries in west London, with signs suggesting intentional harm.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:21:38 +0100
Morrisons FINALLY confirms what will happen to Sutton store
Morrisons has confirmed that the original store in Sutton will not reopen.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:56:07 +0100
'Incredibly important' new plans for pedestrianisation of Oxford Street unveiled
Oxford Street will go pedestrian-only under Mayor Sadiq Khan’s plans, with retail experts hailing the move despite opposition from residents and concerns over buses.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:16:09 +0100
Man exposes himself to woman on central London Tube train
A picture has been released of a man officers think could help with an investigation after a man exposed himself on a central London Underground train.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:51:51 +0100
Carshalton dental practice now accepting NHS patients
Carshalton Park Dental Practice is now accepting new NHS patients, expanding services with more staff, online booking, and a focus on family-friendly dental care.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 08:03:57 +0100
Man dies after police called to person in river in Mitcham
A man has died after police were called to welfare concerns over a person in the River Wandle in Mitcham.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'The iconic London landmark offering fascinating history and wonderful views'
A review of a family visit to London landmark Tower Bridge, which offers wonderful views along the River Thames.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Worcester Park health club revamp with new gym and bigger public pool
A health and fitness club in Kingston will get a makeover with a new gym and bigger swimming pool which will be opened up to the public for the first time.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Why this stunning south London riverside town is one of best places to live
Wandsworth has been named as one of the best neighbourhoods to live in London, and it’s obvious why.

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