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Thu, 18 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Sutton dad backs petition to support Brain Tumour Research
A dad-of-two is urging the public to sign a petition to help fund vital research into brain tumours.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:01:00 +0000
PIMS-TS: Sidcup boys both suffer new Covid-linked condition
A Sidcup mum has spoken out about the frightening experience of having two of her sons rushed to hospital with a rare new Covid-linked syndrome found in children.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Campaign for new stage at Croydon venue where Marley played
Live music could soon return to an iconic venue that once hosted the likes of Pink Floyd and Bob Marley.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Cllr Leo Gibbons writes blog on problems with planning
A councillor who said discussions during planning meetings are a “charade” and ‘NIMBYs’ should have less sway has been criticised by locals. 

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Home Bargains opens new store in Twickenham
Home Bargains has invested £1 million into a new store in Ivybridge Retail Park, Twickenham.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Beattitude asks women to 'Move for my Mood'
A fitness studio in Earlsfield has launched a 'Move For Your Mood Challenge' to combat lockdown lethargy.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Luisa Porritt: Apprenticeship hub could help 'lost generation'
Mayoral candidate Luisa Porritt has outlined plans to introduce an apprenticeships hub in London to avoid a “lost generation” of young people.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 08:56:22 +0000
Tottenham Hale murder probe launched after stabbed man dies
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Tottenham hale.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 07:29:24 +0000
Met Police detective dies after Covid-19 diagnosis
A specialist financial investigator who had a police career spanning nearly three decades has died after being diagnosed with Covid-19.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Wilsmere House in Harrow Weald celebrates Chinese New Year
Staff and residents at a care home welcomed in the Year of the Ox with a day of celebrations and activities.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:21:30 +0000
London businesses named by HMRC for unpaid tax
Several companies in London have been named on a government list of tax defaulters.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:50:36 +0000
World's most expensive cow sells for £262,000
A heifer named Posh Spice has become Britain's most expensive cow after selling for a staggering £262,000 - doubling the previous record.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 12:30:00 +0000
Luisa Porritt: Apprenticeship hub could help 'lost generation'
Mayoral candidate Luisa Porritt has outlined plans to introduce an apprenticeships hub in London to avoid a “lost generation” of young people.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Tens of thousands could become 'undocumented migrants' in June
Tens of thousands of EU citizens living in London could “unknowingly become undocumented migrants” in June when the EU Settlement Scheme ends, with no data on how many people are yet to apply.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:18:40 +0000
Couple celebrates lockdown business anniversary
A couple who launched a business in Raynes Park during the UK's first lockdown are set to celebrate their first birthday next month.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:11:47 +0000
HS2 protester at Croydon Crown court after weeks in tunnel
One of the environmental protesters who occupied a self-dug tunnel for weeks in Euston, central London, to protest the HS2 project appeared at Croydon Magistrates' Court yesterday (Tuesday, February 17).

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:52:40 +0000
Man robbed on train between Wimbledon and Worcester Park
Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak to following a robbery on-board a train between Wimbledon and Worcester Park on January 31.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:29:13 +0000
Arrests in SW London probe into fatal Parsons Green stabbing
Police made three more arrests in 24 hours as they continued with their murder investigating into the death of an 18-year-old from Wandsworth.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:12:00 +0000
Enfield nightclub shut down for breaching coronavirus laws
A nightclub that repeatedly ignored warnings and put the lives of hundreds of people at risk from contracting Covid-19 has been forced to pull down the shutters.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:17:51 +0000
Croydon community raises thousands for nurse lost to Covid
The family of a Croydon community nurse who sadly passed away after contracting coronavirus have expressed their gratitude after hundreds of people donated to fundraiser for her funeral.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:40:54 +0000
Couple cook over 1000 meals for Merton and Sutton families
A couple who "batch cooked too many meals" has teamed up with the community to continue helping families in Covid-19.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Sutton home care company receives highest CQC rating
Home Instead Sutton has become the first home care provider in the borough to be awarded a Care Quality Commission (CQC) outstanding rating.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:54:10 +0000
10 driving offences you've probably never heard of
There are more than hundreds of rules in The Highway Code.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:27:53 +0000
Bellingham Cllr Sue Hordijenko dies
A Lewisham councillor has passed away, it was announced today (February 17). 

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:19:36 +0000
Eltham couple die of Covid-19 within week of each other
Tributes paid to 'lovely, generous' Eltham couple who died of Covid within days of each other

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:31:05 +0000
Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh 'unwell in hospital'
Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, has been taken to hospital "as a precaution" after feeling unwell, it has been reported.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 12:59:27 +0000
Greenwich: London Fire Brigade warn of dangers of candles
The London Fire Brigade have released a warning about the dangers of candles and incense after a flat in a Greenwich towerblock caught fire last week.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:57:43 +0000
Dartford Crossing is UK's most dangerous road for speeding
The Dartford Crossing was the most dangerous road for speeding in the UK last year, new figures have revealed.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:05:50 +0000
Five triggers to release cut funds for CAMHS in Lewisham
There are five potential events that could trigger the release of ringfenced funds for children’s mental health services in Lewisham.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:04:03 +0000
Richmond's 'Rough Sleeper Recovery Plan'
New measures to reduce the number of rough sleepers in Richmond after lockdown have been set out by the Council.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 12:56:31 +0000
'Powerjam' offers young musicians a chance
A band project is motivating young songwriters to stay creative over lockdown.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:21:37 +0000
Campaigner says we should chose when we decide to die
A widow whose husband died painfully is campaigning to change the law on assisted suicide in the UK.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:58:22 +0000
10 driving offences you've probably never heard of
There are more than hundreds of rules in The Highway Code.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:04:16 +0000
Life under lockdown: Southall MP hears young people's stories
A GROUP of young people today (17) spoke to Virendra Sharma, the Ealing Southall MP, about issues they are facing during lockdown.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:47:20 +0000
A40 shut as firefighters tackles house blaze
EIGHT engines and around 60 firefighters were called to a house blaze on the Western Avenue at Acton this morning (17).

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Drivers told: check cars ahead of ULEZ expansion to Enfield
Drivers are being urged to check their cars ahead of the rollout of a zone designed to cut pollution into the south of Enfield.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:14:19 +0000
Affinity Water to meet with Brent Council over Wembley works
A water company has apologised for disruption caused by ongoing works in Wembley as the leader of Brent Council urged it to “get to the bottom of the issues”.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Rotary Club of Chingford makes donation to food bank
Although members of the Rotary Club of Chingford are only able meet with one another by holding virtual meetings every two weeks, they continue to support some local charities.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:00:00 +0000
North Finchley Aldi to reopen after refurbishment
A newly refurbished and improved Aldi will reopen this week.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:00:00 +0000
Tory denies Enfield Council leader’s ‘hate speech’ claim
A Tory councillor has denied an accusation by the leader of Enfield Council that he engaged in hate speech in a social media post.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:34:37 +0000
The Transport for London jobs currently on offer
Transport for London is currently looking for new staff across London.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Barnet Covid-19 infection rate falls below UK average
The Covid-19 infection rate in Barnet is now below the UK average following a further steep fall.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:35:23 +0000
Duke of Edinburgh Prince Philip taken to hospital
The Duke of Edinburgh has been admitted to hospital after feeling unwell, Buckingham Palace said.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:08:35 +0000
Ealing Council triggers emergency rough sleeper protocol
Ealing Council triggered a Severe Weather Emergency Protocol for rough sleepers, following plunging temperatures last week.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:45:16 +0000
Northwick Park Hospital denies fake video of doctor trying to 'kill' patient
An NHS trust has denied a misleading video circulating through social media “exposing” a doctor that appears to be attempting to put down a patient and blame the death on Covid-19.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:49:58 +0000
Opposition hit out at Ealing Council over council tax rise
The Conservative opposition leader of Ealing Council Greg Stafford has said it's unfair for the council to blame a council tax rise on the Government.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:05:34 +0000
Police release appeal over missing person in Sidcup
Police have released a public appeal to help them find a young man who has been reported missing from Sidcup.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:43:06 +0000
When will hairdressers reopen in England? - What we know so far
Hairdressers were forced to close once more at the start of the year as part of fresh lockdown restrictions.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Bridge at Harringay train station to be 'strengthened'
Network Rail is starting improvement work at a station this month, as part of a wider project which will see a footbridge strengthened.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:11:01 +0000
4 things need to happen before lockdown is lifted, NHS chiefs say
NHS chiefs have set out four key tests that they believe must be passed before Boris Johnson should consider easing lockdown restrictions in England.



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