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Tue, 25 May 2021 08:16:35 +0100
Delays as train derails at Grove Park
A train has derailed in Grove Park this morning, causing significant delays to railway services in the area.

Tue, 25 May 2021 05:20:00 +0100
Two pub rules set to change in England in June
The government is expected to reveal results from its review of social distancing measures this week.

Tue, 25 May 2021 05:18:00 +0100
You are being warned not to book a holiday in Spain as restrictions are lifted
Holiday hotspots that UK tourists usually travel to for summer sun - including Spain, Greece, Italy and France - remain on the amber list.

Tue, 25 May 2021 08:02:00 +0100
'Cover-up' concerns as family awaits Sydenham murder report
Home Secretary Priti Patel has faced fresh pressure to speedily release the report on the unsolved murder of Daniel Morgan, amid "cover-up" concerns.

Tue, 25 May 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Most dangerous areas to live in Richmond
Richmond is known as a relatively safe area, with one of the lowest crime rates in London.

Tue, 25 May 2021 08:47:04 +0100
Council pleased with 'remarkable' work of modern slavery team
The council says it is pleased with the 'remarkable' work undertaken by its modern slavery team this year.

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Families angered over two-tier burials at Woodcock Hill Cemetery
A family were in “absolute disbelief” to discover their dead relative had a stranger buried on top of their loved one days after the funeral.

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:33:00 +0100
Concern over children catching new Covid strain from pet dogs
It is not yet clear if the virus poses a serious threat, but researchers are concerned animal to human infections will become more frequent.

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
When you can see May supermoon set to delight UK skygazers this week
The celestial event is expected to be visible at dawn on May 26, when the moon is at its closest point to Earth.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:14:31 +0100
Londoners invited to vote on new Trafalgar Square sculpture
Londoners are being given the chance to vote for the next piece of art to occupy the iconic fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square.

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Sadiq Khan opens Covid memorial garden in East London
A “living memorial” to Londoners who have lost their lives to Covid-19 was today opened in east London by Sadiq Khan.

Mon, 24 May 2021 18:07:35 +0100
Ex-Formula One chief Max Mosley dead, aged 81
Mosley, who was born in London on April 13, 1940, was the son of 1930s British fascist leader Sir Oswald Mosley.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:06:14 +0100
Lewisham planning committee backs app despite policy concerns
A Lewisham planning committee approved an application for a house to be turned into flats despite members’ concerns the proposals were against policy.

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:58:16 +0100
Sasha Johnson: Activist critical after shooting in Peckham
A woman hailed as “a strong, powerful voice” in the black equal rights movement has been shot in the head, her colleagues have said.

Mon, 24 May 2021 18:11:31 +0100
The Queen left 'deeply upset' by Prince Harry's latest comments
The Duke of Sussex has made a series of bombshell claims against the Royal Family since moving to the US with his wife Meghan Markle.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:20:34 +0100
Sutton United celebrate victory with National League title
A video shows Sutton United celebrating as they claimed the National League title on Sunday afternoon (May 23).

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:00:46 +0100
Sutton United seal historic promotion to Football League
Sutton United have been promoted to play in the Football League for the first time in the club's history after claiming the National League title on Sunday afternoon ( May 23).

Mon, 24 May 2021 18:16:58 +0100
Boris Johnson to announce return of large-scale celebrations in June
Boris Johnson remains sure that large-scale wedding celebrations will be able to return following the next stage of lockdown easing.

Mon, 24 May 2021 19:01:05 +0100
London Councils fear surge in homelessness this summer
London Councils are expecting a sharp rise in the number of homeless people living in the capital this summer amid a housing crisis exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Mon, 24 May 2021 18:02:20 +0100
Woman arrested after racist abuse of Wetherspoon doorman goes viral
A spokesman for J D Wetherspoon confirmed the woman responsible would be banned.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:08:25 +0100
Crowdfunding new gangster film shot in Selhurst Railway club
A new short film shot at Selhurst Railway Club and featuring a desperate escape attempt from a toilet stall is crowdfunding its release.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:30:00 +0100
Return to school boosts Sutton's property market
DEMAND for large family homes in Sutton has skyrocketed by 57 per cent since March - the biggest increase in London.

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:39:37 +0100
Wandsworth pays fourth most for permits, says survey
Wandsworth has one of the most expensive parking permits in London, according to new research.

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:25:15 +0100
Merton calls on residents to help shape borough's future
Merton Council is calling on residents to help shape the borough’s future in their biggest-ever council engagement programme.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:06:30 +0100
Number of recorded flytips in Wandsworth revealed
Wandsworth has the second lowest number of recorded flytips in inner London, recent government figures reveal.

Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
London has lowest vaccine uptake in England, data reveals
London has the lowest rate of vaccine uptake in England according to data published by Public Health England.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:54:49 +0100
Men found guilty of raping teenage girl in car in Watford
Two men have been convicted after raping a 14-year-old girl in a car.

Mon, 24 May 2021 20:55:37 +0100
Ealing Broadway offers safe space for shopping centre cyclists
AHEAD of National Bike Week (May 30-June 5), Ealing Broadway shopping centre has officially opened its Ride&Park with the help of Rupa Huq MP.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:48:46 +0100
Enfield man charged after Royal Mail text scam investigation
A man has been charged following a crackdown of scam text messages.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:14:56 +0100
Ealing school chosen in top 12 independents
ST Benedict's School in Ealing is on the annual list of the Daily Telegraph’s best-value private schools.

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:44:52 +0100
Car alight in Southall underground car park
FOUR fire engines and around 25 firefighters were called to a blaze in the underground car park below a block of flats and a shop at Comer Crescent, Southall, on Saturday.

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:39:52 +0100
Man in court after car driven at PC in Uxbridge
A MAN has been arrested and charged following an incident on Friday (21) in which a police constable was struck by a driver in Manor Waye, Uxbridge.

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:00:00 +0100
When Waltham Abbey groups joined forces for Crooked Mile campaign
Two groups united to fight for improved safety at an accident blackspot ten years ago this week.

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:06:35 +0100
Harrow and Brent high streets to receive improvement funding
Several high streets in north-west London will benefit from funding under schemes aimed at revitalising town centres.

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Sadiq Khan opens Covid memorial garden in East London
A “living memorial” to Londoners who have lost their lives to Covid-19 was today opened in east London by Sadiq Khan.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:16:01 +0100
Londoners invited to vote on new Trafalgar Square sculpture
Londoners are being given the chance to vote for the next piece of art to occupy the iconic fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Coverage of election results in Epping Forest was disproportionate, councillor claims
The local election results were clearly strong ones for the Conservative Party but whether they were strong enough to warrant four articles - one on the front page, two on Page 6 and a further one on Page 7 - is something I would contest.

Mon, 24 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Long-Covid advice for workers and employers
The emergence of 'long-Covid' has been difficult to navigate for employers and employees, and the Office for National Statistics estimates that over one million people have reported experiencing long-Covid.

Sun, 23 May 2021 17:30:00 +0100
Tim Hipperson: Three charged over Richmond stabbing death
Three people have been charged after a 39-year-old died in hospital after being stabbed in Richmond.

Sun, 23 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
20 dangerous items all drivers should clean out of their immediately
Drivers are being warned of 20 items that could pose a serious risk when driving

Sun, 23 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
16-day heatwave predicted for June - this is when it will start
As lockdown restrictions ease across the UK, garden get-togethers and afternoons in the beer garden have largely been put on hold this month.

Sun, 23 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
The lost Epping pub building dating back to the 16th century
One of the many lost inns in Epping high street was The Cock.

Sun, 23 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Do Epping Forest Conservatives support forest parking charges?
During the long lockdown Epping Forest has been one area that has served as a refuge for recreation and exercise. It has always been free for use by the public.

Sun, 23 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
M&S, Asda and Morrisons issue urgent warning over food items sold in store
Food allergies, salmonella poisoning and Hepatitis A are just some of the reasons behind a number of urgent product recalls across the UK.

Sat, 22 May 2021 13:48:54 +0100
Policeman in hospital after car is driven at him in Uxbridge
A POLICEMAN is being treated in hospital after he was hit by a car driver during a vehicle stop in Manor Waye, Uxbridge, on Friday evening (21).

Sat, 22 May 2021 10:39:24 +0100
Surge COVID testing in six areas of Hillingdon
SURGE COVID-19 testing is taking place in five West London boroughs, including Hillingdon and Ealing.

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Onlookers gather as firefighters tackle East London hotel fire a century ago
The Royal Forest Hotel pictured above in 1912 with onlookers as Chingford’s volunteer fire fighters tackle a devastating blaze at the hotel.

Sat, 22 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Eurovision 2021: Everything you need to know ahead of the grand final
The Eurovision Song Contest has introduced some of the world’s biggest musical stars to the world including Celine Dion, Bonnie Tyler and ABBA.

Sat, 22 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
City of London Corporation criticised for Epping Forest management
I feel I must write to complain about the high-handed approach of the the City of London Corporation, which manages Epping Forest.

Sat, 22 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
You could face a £1,000 fine if you don't act this weekend
Although Census Day took place on 21 March, the official closing date for the online form is Monday 24 May.



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