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Sun, 22 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Early picture of St John the Baptist church in Epping
An early photo of the chapel of St John the Baptist (now the parish church) in Epping, rebuilt in 1832 on the site of a free chapel dating back to the 14th century.

Sun, 22 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Haringey Lib Dem leader Cllr Luke Cawley-Harrison re-elected
Cllr Luke Cawley-Harrison will stay on as leader of Haringey Liberal Democrats after winning re-election during the group’s annual general meeting (AGM).

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The number of closed banks in south east London- new figures reveal
NEW figures reveal that Erith and Thamesmead are the only areas in south east London with no open banks.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Bromley Citizens Advice sees sharp rise in people needing support
Bromley Citizens Advice has seen a sharp rise in the among of people reaching out for support with their fuel and gas debts and needing foodbank vouchers.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Zoopla: Inside this equestrian property in Sidcup
This unique equestrian property located in Sidcup can be yours for £1,800,000.

Sun, 22 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Timeline of the troubled Crossrail project as the Elizabeth line opens
After 20 years the Crossrail project is finally complete.

Sat, 21 May 2022 17:26:33 +0100
The top four activities in Bexley according to TripAdvisor reviews
Bexley is one of the greenest boroughs in London and has some hidden gems to visit all year round.

Sat, 21 May 2022 16:06:15 +0100
Call 999 if you see missing woman from Lewisham
Police are appealing for help in finding a missing woman from Lewisham.

Sat, 21 May 2022 13:46:34 +0100
Merton Council approve grant for Eastfields regeneration project
Merton Council has approved the detailed plans of the Eastfields regeneration project and now construction work is under way.

Sat, 21 May 2022 13:40:59 +0100
Wind and rain to hit south east London next week
Strong winds and rain are set to hit the UK next week but forecasters are hopeful the warm weather will return in time for the Jubilee weekend.

Sat, 21 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Rebuilding of St Mary's Church in South Woodford after fire
The building we know as St Mary’s at South Woodford is modern, but the parish church has been on this site for more than 800 years. It was rebuilt several times over the centuries to meet a growing population, being expanded to the north and south,...

Sat, 21 May 2022 11:31:14 +0100
19-year-old man stabbed in Putney last night
A 19-year-old man has been stabbed in Putney.

Sat, 21 May 2022 11:20:22 +0100
South Lambeth man suffers shotgun injuries and stab wounds
A 19-year-old man remains in a critical condition after a shooting incident in South Lambeth.

Sat, 21 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Clubs and schools football teams in east London and Epping Forest
Grassroots football is part of the very fabric of our weekends. As the season draws to a close we wanted to show our support for all our local children's football clubs by shining a spotlight on their teams.

Sat, 21 May 2022 09:06:13 +0100
Council to build flats despite design and crime concerns
Essex County Council’s arms-length development company is set to build flats in Epping Forest despite the design being described as ‘out of keeping’ to the area.

Sat, 21 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
East London cottage that made way for town hall and fire station
A rare picture from c1900 of Ridgeway Cottage that once stood on The Ridgeway in North Chingford.

Sat, 21 May 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Alessandro Georgiou new Enfield Council Conservative group leader
Enfield’s Conservative group has chosen a new leader after a strong showing in the local election earlier this month.

Sat, 21 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
See the hygiene rating for the Wetherspoons in South East London
The FSA make its hygiene rating public, meaning it's easy to discover how restaurants scored.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Derelict Peckham house on Zoopla going to auction for £625k
THIS derelict house in Peckham is searching for a new owner.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Government reveals the unclaimed estates in South East London
You could be entitled to a share of a deceased relative’s property if you are related. 

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Naked bike ride routes in south London
London’s Naked Bike ride is back for its 17th year with routes across south London for daring riders or spectators to participate in.

Sat, 21 May 2022 22:00:00 +0100
BBC's EastEnders to see Charles and Camilla feature in Platinum Jubilee episode in June
EastEnders fans can expect to see two special guests make an appearance in a special Jubilee episode.

Sat, 21 May 2022 14:42:23 +0100
Nadine Dorries' claim that Channel 4 show she appeared in used paid actors 'unfounded'
Dorries appeared in the Tower Block Of Commons show back in 2010

Fri, 20 May 2022 17:06:37 +0100
Bromley council payout and apology for mum
A LONDON council has been blasted after a delay in issuing an educational plan led to a child feeling “isolated and extremely anxious”.

Fri, 20 May 2022 17:09:37 +0100
Refugees expected in south-east London yet to arrive in the UK
Hundreds of Ukrainian refugees accepted to stay with hosts in south-east London have not yet reached the UK, new figures show.

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:54:53 +0100
Transport secretary urged to ALLOW Cockfosters Station flats
Housing campaigners have urged transport secretary Grant Shapps to reverse a “terrible” decision to block a development at Cockfosters Station.

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:59:13 +0100
Man taken to hospital after being stabbed in Deptford
A man has been taken to hospital after suffering stab injuries in Deptford.

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:20:55 +0100
Man cleared of killing father of four at Betts Park in Penge
A man has been cleared of shooting a father of four dead in a case of “mistaken identity”.

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:07:14 +0100
Highgate pub The Duke’s Head noise complaints in licence bid
A country-and-western themed pub in Highgate says it wants to be “part of the community” after neighbours raised noise complaints.

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:11:59 +0100
St Raphael’s Hospice nurses take on sponsored skydive
St Raphael’s Hospice CEO Gail Linehan along with 12 other members of staff and supporters skydived across Salisbury on Saturday for International Nurses Day.

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:47:39 +0100
Harrow Conservatives appoint new council CEO Pat Flaherty
Harrow Council has appointed a new chief executive, who will be paid more than the prime minister. 

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:26:36 +0100
Monkeypox: World Health Organisation hold emergency meeting as UK cases double
The news comes as causes double in the UK.

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:25:39 +0100
Enfield students inspired by top neurosurgeon's visit
A top neurosurgeon has returned to his Enfield primary school to remind students to aim high.

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:18:23 +0100
Ergin Erbil elected as Enfield Labour's new deputy leader
Ergin Erbil has been chosen by Labour councillors as the group’s new deputy leader.

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:06:42 +0100
New tube map with the Elizabeth line published
The map comes ahead of the line's grand opening on May 24.

Fri, 20 May 2022 13:35:09 +0100
N-Dubz release more UK Tour dates in London- get tickets
After a huge sell-out for their UK arena tour, N-Dubz has surprised fans by announcing more dates for their Back To The Future tour, including another date in London.

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:27:17 +0100
War hero helps children at Croydon hospital for 100th birthday
A 99-year-old war hero has pledged to help future generations in Croydon, with an appeal to help fund new play facilities for sick children at a hospital.

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:35:48 +0100
Battersea duo run Copenhagen Marathon for friend who survived Covid
Two friends from Battersea have raised more than £13,000 running the Copenhagen Marathon in Denmark for the hospital that saved their friend’s life after he caught Covid.

Fri, 20 May 2022 11:20:04 +0100
Wimbledon and Putney Commons: Charity Gurkha race
The Gurkha Welfare Trust is inviting people to take on the challenge of a 5km run on Wimbledon and Putney Commons carrying a traditional Doko basket.

Fri, 20 May 2022 08:09:59 +0100
London Tube closures this weekend: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this weekend.

Fri, 20 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Orpington swimmer devastated after closure of Crystal Palace pool
A swimmer from Orpington says he is devastated by the “neglect” of the Crystal Palace pool centre.

Fri, 20 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Co-op Bromley thief from Lewisham fined
A woman from Lewisham has been fined after stealing food items from a Co-op in Bromley.

Fri, 20 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Sam Ryder is coming to London for a special show- Get tickets
The singer came second at this year's Eurovision Song Contest.

Fri, 20 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Hocus Pocus in concert is coming to London- How to buy tickets
The iconic Disney film is coming to life in concert this Halloween.

Fri, 20 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
N-Dubz tour London O2 tickets on sale - how to get yours
Tickets on sale today for the N-Dubz Back to the Future tour including a visit to the London O2 - here's how to get yours.

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:54:03 +0100
Hailey Bieber lipstick routine went viral on TikTok - Get the look for less from Superdrug
Hailey Bieber says her perfect lip combo is 'Anywhere Caffeine’ lipliner by Makeup Forever, and the Charlotte Tilbury ‘Pillow Talk’ lipstick. How to recreate.

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:52:55 +0100
WWE Clash at the Castle tickets on sale today
The Principality Stadium, Cardiff, will play host to WWE Clash at the Castle on Saturday, September 3

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:50:32 +0100
JD sports is offering 60 per cent off Nike and Adidas in spring flash sale
The sports retailer has up to 60% off but you'll need to be quick.

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:46:04 +0100
Father's Day 2022: Hugo Boss, David Beckham and more fragrances to treat your Dad
Treat your Dad to new scents from some of the biggest brands from the perfume retailer's Father's Day favourites range.

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:26:23 +0100
Monkeypox cases in the UK more than double to 20
Monkeypox cases have more than doubled, with a further 11 being found today



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