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Fri, 25 Mar 2022 08:13:06 +0000
BBC The Apprentice Final: Why three candidates were missing from the final
Viewers were shocked to see that Aaron Willis, Sophie Wilding, and Francesca Kennedy Wallbank were missing from the last episode.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Sir Elton John says he’s ‘unbelievably lucky’ as he celebrates 75th birthday
Sir Elton John has said he is determined to keep “giving back to the industry that has given me so much” as he turns 75.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Things to do in South East London this weekend? March 25-27
If you're after a good time in London this weekend, look no further.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Sutton mum with cancer to walk for charity with author Giovanna Fletcher
A mum-of-two who is battling liver cancer is aiming to raise awareness and money for her condition through a charity walk with Giovanna Fletcher.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Queen Elizabeth hospital workers 'leaving cars and walking' due to ULEZ charge
An NHS boss has warned staff are not parking near their South London hospital because of an expansion to the £12.50 ultra low emission zone charge.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Sutton: Meet the 17-year-old school girl with the brains AND the voice
A 17-year-old girl from Sutton says she intends to combine her love for performing with her love for academics, as her original song won a “prestigious” music competition.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Tickets for Kaiser Chiefs in London go on sale today - get yours
Leeds band Kaiser Chiefs have announced a huge UK tour and they're playing in London O2 Arena.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Mo Gilligan O2 Arena London show - get tickets
Mo Gilligan returns to the O2 fresh of hosting the Brit Awards.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Florence + the Machine at London O2 Arena: tickets on sale now
The singer has announced she will go on tour ahead of her new album 'Dance Fever'.

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Tickets for Machine Gun Kelly in London on sale today
Machine Gun Kelly will be playing the OVO Arena Wembley, on October 1.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 13:30:36 +0000
Recap: South Croydon house fire in St Augustine's Avenue
Firefighters tackle fire at house in south Croydon

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:18:44 +0000
Line of Duty reunion: Subscribe to watch Martin Compston and co-stars
LINE of Duty’s stars opened the book at their first reunion since season six – and by taking out a subscription to this title, you’ll have access to a full video of the event when it goes live today.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:03:46 +0000
Line of Duty reunion: Martin Compston, Vicky McClure and Adrian Dunbar recreate TikTok hit
THE millions of viewers who tuned into Line of Duty can be in no doubt about AC-12’s acumen when it comes to busting bent coppers … we perhaps didn’t expect them to be such talented dancers, too, but the cast’s first reunion since the show w...

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 22:09:17 +0000
Sam Saunders – From Championship Brentford to Non-League
Celebrate Non-League Day by watching a former Brentford legend.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 21:03:50 +0000
The Consultancy Bureau: An Exclusive Insight into Business Development, Carla Rodrigues, Holy Cross School
Approximately 20% of businesses fail within their first year. The most common causes are  inadequate management, a faulty business model and unsuccessful marketing techniques, which has paved the way for professionals to use their expertise to advis...

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 20:00:51 +0000
Women Who Achieved Extraordinary Things. By Molly Seabury From The Holy Cross School
From the 1st until the 31st of March, people all across the world are celebrating Women's History month, which is a time to celebrate the talent and courage of women all over the world.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:15:14 +0000
Has tiktok had a negative impact on self-esteem?-Freya James, Heathside School
We, as a society need to end self-negativity and focus on self-love. Embrace our insecurities because they are what makes us who we are. Today’s youth are constantly staring at small screens, feeling less and less confident about who they are, when...

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:09:06 +0000
Should exams go ahead this summer?-Freya James, Heathside School
Can exams really not go ahead for the third consecutive academic year? You may find yourself considering this, particularly parents, whom feel desperate for their beloved youth to sit their exams and fulfil the purposes of their education.  Howeve...

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Nature Notes: It's mating season for frogs and toads
A RELATIVELY mild, and somewhat soggy, February encouraged many frogs to begin spawning a little earlier than usual.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 17:50:00 +0000
East London student nurse accused of raping two patients
A Walthamstow student nurse accused of raping two vulnerable patients at his place of work stood trial today.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 17:06:54 +0000
River Ale House Greenwich pub of the year in CAMRA awards
A pub in Greenwich has been named pub of the year in the Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) awards 2022.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 17:00:48 +0000
Stephen Wilhite, inventor of GIFs, dies of Covid aged 74
Stephen Wilhite, the inventor of the short-video format the GIF, has died of Covid aged 74.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 16:57:39 +0000
St Augustin’s Avenue South Croydon: Smoke billows in house fire
THIS shocking video shows smoke billowing from a house in South Croydon during a devastating fire.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 16:28:04 +0000
Haute Dolci to open at St George's Shopping Centre in Harrow
A new dessert parlour is opening up at St George’s Shopping Centre.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 16:03:26 +0000
Worcester Park mum launches petition to bring back in-person therapy for autistic kids
There are fears autistic children in Sutton are missing out on vital face to face therapy as many sessions have moved online.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:28:03 +0000
New Cross house damaged in fire caused by cigarettes
A house fire that damaged half of the first floor and the roof of an end-of-terrace house is believed have been started by unsafe disposal of smoking materials.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:33:36 +0000
Best cocktail happy hour deals in London
Save some hard-earned money and see the best happy hour deals in London.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:33:28 +0000
Lewisham girl missing since last week
Police are appealing for help in finding a missing girl from Lewisham.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:32:04 +0000
Colliers Wood medical student in Ukraine pleads to finish degree in UK
A medical student from Colliers Wood who was studying in Ukraine is asking UK universities to allow British medical students to finish their degrees here.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:15:41 +0000
Should exams go ahead this summer?- Freya James, Heathside School
Can exams really not go ahead for the third consecutive academic year? You may find yourself considering this, particularly parents, whom feel desperate for their beloved youth to sit their exams and fulfil the purposes of their education.  Howeve...

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:53:02 +0000
Orpington: Two arrested after man found with slash injuries
Two people have been arrested after a man was found with slash injuries in Orpington.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:47:30 +0000
Wandsworth motorcyclist fighting for life after crash
A motorcyclist is fighting for his life after crashing into a street lamp post in Wandsworth.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 11:30:32 +0000
Meet UK's longest serving female blood donor - who has given over 130 PINTS
The woman thought to be Britain's longest serving female blood donor has saved countless lives after giving 130 pints of blood over 56 years.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:48:28 +0000
Millwall vs Crystal Palace: Hunt for fans after alleged attack at FA cup clash
Police are appealing for help in finding ten football fans after violent disorder at the Millwall vs Crystal Palace FA cup match.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:25:41 +0000
Met Office warns high pollution levels across London
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan is waring of toxic air levels in London.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:38:54 +0000
Tesco Clubcard holders can claim a Mothers Day treat
The supermarket giant is offering great savings for Mother's Day.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:36:40 +0000
Employment Allowance 2022/2023: what is it, who is eligible and how do I claim?
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a £1,000 tax cut for small business owners in his Spring Statement. Here's how to check if you're eligible.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:34:15 +0000
Homes for Ukraine scheme: New Facebook group helps families navigate the experience together
Thanks to our wonderful readers, our #ThereWithUkraine campaign to raise money for the victims of the horrific war in Ukraine has raised more than £10,000 so far.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:52:57 +0000
Battersea: Motorcyclist treated by paramedics after crash
A motorcyclist has been treated for injuries by paramedics after a crash in Battersea, Wandsworth.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:10:03 +0000
Armoury Way Wandsworth: Motorcyclist injured after crash into lamp post
A motorcyclist has been injured after crashing into a street lamp post in Wandsworth.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Proud of our regeneration initiatives
This week Kingston Council is considering proposals for three initiatives that are at the core of so much of what we aim to achieve for the borough and its residents.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 09:38:59 +0000
London Tube drivers to get big pay rise from April
Sadiq Khan has agreed on the pay rise for London Underground workers.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 09:35:04 +0000
Prosecutions launched over Croydon tram crash
Prosecutions have been launched over alleged health and safety failings relating to the Croydon tram crash.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 09:10:49 +0000
Concerns for man linked to south east London who escaped from hospital
There are concerns for the welfare of a man linked to south east London who escpaed from hospital.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 08:26:06 +0000
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan aims to rebuild trust with Met Police
The news comes following the resignation of Dame Cressida Dick.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 08:30:52 +0000
Should the isolation period after a positive covid test be scrapped?- Freya James, Heathside School
Throughout the last two years, regulations and rules have changed frequently, suffocating the News with nothing but Covid updates and changes to rules including: new restrictions, U-turns and an immense amount of press conferences from the Prime Mini...

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 08:02:32 +0000
Boris Johnson praises Zelensky in rallying Ukrainian people like 'Churchill'
Johnson commended Zelensky for rallying the Ukrainian people in a very tough situation

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Two years on: Epping Forest's Covid-19 death toll
Hundreds of people in Epping Forest have died from coronavirus since the pandemic reached the UK around two years ago.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Kent County Council: Dartford cancer survivor ‘rejected for care funding’
The parents of a three-time cancer survivor from Dartford said their son was rejected for care home funding after they claimed to have been promised a room at a local facility in Swanscombe.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Bexleyheath man jailed and fined after stealing Asda whisky
A man has been sent to prison after stealing three bottles of whisky from Asda in Bexleyheath Broadway.



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