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Sun, 29 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Covid-19 infection rates fall in south east London
Covid-19 infection rates have dropped nearly across the board as the national vaccine rollout is now rolled out to 16 and 17-year-olds.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Covid-19 infection rates fall across south west London
Covid-19 infection rates continue to fluctuate across south west London as the vaccine rollout is now rolled out to 16 and 17-year-olds.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
The worst hygiene-rated restaurants in Wandsworth
If you fancy dining our in Wandsworth and aren't sure where to pick, it would be worth checking this list to see where might be worth avoiding.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 08:00:00 +0100
The water tower built due to the highest death rate in Essex
Pictured above is Epping Water Tower in c1905.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Right at Home Enfield given 'outstanding' CQC rating
The managing director of a home care company says he is "absolutely thrilled" to achieve an 'Outstanding' inspection rating.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
August bank holiday weekend: Here's 7 affordable family activities
The summer holidays are coming to an end but you might want to spend this bank holiday weekend doing the last few fun things with your kids.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Houses for sale Bromley Zoopla: Inside the most expensive
This recently-built six bed detached house is the most expensive for sale in Broomley on Zoopla right now.

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
6 unique UK locations to visit this Bank Holiday weekend
The UK is home to lots of unique attractions but you might not have visited or heard of them all.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 17:21:49 +0100
Anti-vaccine protests cause chaos in south London
Large crowds of protesters have marched through central and south London and blocked traffic as part of a demonstration against vaccine passports.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 13:32:21 +0100
Bank holiday sees London roads hit by 'severe' congestion
Traffic levels spiked at "severe" levels last night as millions of people embarked on a bank holiday getaway.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:47:16 +0100
IKEA confirms move to massive new warehouse in Dartford
IKEA is officially moving to Dartford after it was revealed they are behind a deal to secure a 450,000 sq ft 'powerhouse', but the unit will sadly not be a customer-facing store.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:40:32 +0100
Police appeal for missing 15-year-old girl from Greenwich
Police are appealing for help after a 15-year-old girl has gone missing in Greenwich.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:34:48 +0100
NHS shortage: Blood tests cancelled across south east London
All routine blood tests except for the clinically urgent have been stopped across south east London due to a major shortage of equipment.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Jailed in August: SE London criminals put behind bars
August saw criminals jailed for an array of offences in south east London, ranging from sexual abuse to wounding with intent.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Greenwich's Jack the Chipper slammed for using victims as decor
The owner of Greenwich restaurant 'Jack the Chipper' has come under renewed criticism after decorating the shop with tasteless pictures of the serial killer's victims.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Inside London’s first underground farm
On a side road in southwest London are two buildings that, at first glance, seem unremarkable.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
The South London News Podcast, S1, E5
For Episode five of the Newsquest's South London News Podcast, co-hosts Monica Charsley and Orlando Jenkinson discuss some of the lighter and less conventional news stories the south London team have covered during August.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Over 170 objections to Wanstead shipping container kiosk plans
The council’s plan to install a shipping container kiosk on Christ Church Green has met with more objections from Wanstead residents.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Coronation Street actor supports Afghan refugee donation drive in Hertsmere
A soap actor has been among many wellwishers donating goods to support Afghan refugees who have recently arrived in Hertsmere.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Chingford couple fume at new 5g mast after 'council error'
Chingford residents have been left furious after Waltham Forest Council’s "regrettable" error meant it missed the deadline to reject a new 5G mast.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100
What day will my bins be emptied?
The bank holiday weekend is upon Essex residents but the days their bins may be collected could be slightly different next week.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Memories of Walthamstow's Red House in East London
Hoe Street is one of Walthamstow’s busiest streets, heavy with traffic, and lined with shops, eateries and housing. A very different setting to that of the early 19th century, a very rural corner of Essex, with a handful of large mansions with subs...

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:44:30 +0100
Union concerns at Barnet Council Apthorp Care Centre closure
A trade union has slammed Barnet Council over a care home closure that will put 93 “Covid heroes” at risk of redundancy.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:26:55 +0100
Harrow Labour councillor's Socialist Appeal expulsion threat
A Labour councillor said she has been threatened with expulsion from the party for an old interview with a newly blacklisted newspaper. 

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Harrow house prices increase more than any other London borough
House prices in Harrow have soared despite the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 10:15:00 +0100
Second man charged with murder after stabbing in Lea Bridge Road
Detectives investigating the death of a man in Leyton have charged a second man with murder.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 09:55:00 +0100
Covid vaccinations for over 16s in Wood Green Primark store
Primark in Wood Green will be one of two London stores that will use its changing rooms vaccination clinics this bank holiday weekend.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 09:45:00 +0100
Enfield Council pressed on its investment in fossil fuel companies
Enfield Council’s pension committee is facing a renewed call to set out a timeline for pulling out of fossil fuel investments.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0100
A rural view of an East London farm a century ago
Pictured above is a rural view of Inks Green Farm on Hale End Road (now Larkshall Road) in Chingford from c1910.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
‘Huge new £25M sports centre could open in 2 years’ - council leader reveals
PLANS for a new £25million sports centre could be agreed next month and it could be open in just two years, the council leader has revealed.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Harrow landlord slams cable box blocking drive
A landlord has slammed the placement of a cable box that is blocking the front of her rental property – despite knowing it was there when she bought the house.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Top 10 things to do in Bromley according to TripAdvisor
Bromley is full of fun things to do, places to visit, food to eat and shops to browse in - and here we've put together a list of the best 10 of them.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:36:21 +0100
Enfield Council 'actively seeking' to help Afghan refugees
Enfield Council is looking to help families from Afghanistan settle in the UK following the takeover of the country by the Taliban.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 12:24:41 +0100
Barnet Council 'considering' how to help Afghan refugees
Barnet Council says it is considering what more it can do to help refugees as thousands flee the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan.

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
UK's best free-to-view outdoor artwork to visit over August Bank Holiday
Sky Arts have whittled down a list of the top 20 outdoor art attraction across the UK with art in England, Wales and Scotland making the list. 

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 17:03:44 +0100
Urgent clothing appeal for 450 Afghan refugees in Greenwich
A urgent appeal for clothing has been launched after a reported 450 Afghan refugees have newly arrived in Greenwich, fleeing their besieged country after the Taliban took back control.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:57:28 +0100
Lewisham 'hugger mugger' caught in the act by police
A ‘hugger mugger’ from Lewisham who was caught in the act as he attempted to rob a member of the public has been prosectuted.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:11:53 +0100
Boy rushed to hospital after being hit by van in Dartford
A boy was rushed to hospital after being hit by a van in Dartford this morning.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 13:14:04 +0100
CQC tells Dartford hospital to improve after inspection
Staff and patients are being "let down" at a mental health hospital in Dartford after an inspection discovered leaking showers, flooded rooms and patients locked out of their bedrooms.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:06:33 +0100
Extinction Rebellion activists set up camp on Blackheath
Around 150 climate activists have set up camp on Blackheath for two weeks, as they join Extinction Rebellion protests in central London.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:53:33 +0100
Time-lapse video shows new bridge installation in Dartford
A large new bridge has successfully been installed in Dartford, and a time-lapse video showing how the bridge was installed has been released by Highways England.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 11:23:11 +0100
South London GPs report shocking rise in abuse from patients
GPs across south London are reporting a shocking rise in abuse from patients, with physical and verbal attacks leaving staff "in tears" during the pandemic.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 10:15:00 +0100
Bexley Council announces additional bin collection points
Bexley Council has announced additional collection points this weekend as it seeks to clear a backlog of waste caused by the Serco strike.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 07:58:31 +0100
Tributes to Dartford dad killed in crash on A267
A Dartford dad who was killed in a four-car crash which let his two-year-old son fighting for life in hospital has been described as a "beloved son, husband, father and brother".

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Bromley will resettle 'limited number' of Afghan refugees
Bromley Council will support a “limited number” of Afghan refugees to resettle in the borough if requested by the Government to do so.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:14:20 +0100
Interview with Extinction Rebellion activist from Richmond
Extinction Rebellion (XR) are continuing their latest series of protests and civil disobedience in central London to demand drastic action on the climate emergency.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Surrey County Council pledges support for Afghan refugees
Surrey County Council (SCC) are detailing ways people in the county can help those fleeing the ongoing turmoil in Afghanistan.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:09:02 +0100
More Surrey arrests in drink/drug driving campaign
Almost 100 people (97) have been arrested by police in Surrey as part of a summer campaign against drink and drug-driving offences.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Kingston group celebrates Guildhall 'community asset' status
Campaigners have declared a victory in the battle to save the historic Kingston Guildhall from being sold off.

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:46:58 +0100
Campaigners against Edmonton waste incinerator plans
Campaign groups and residents have written to Enfield Council expressing “strong opposition” to plans for a new waste incinerator in Edmonton and calling for a review of the controversial scheme.



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