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Wandsworth Guardian

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 09:45:31 +0100
Chris Kaba: Police begins homicide inquiry into Streatham shooting
The police watchdog has launched a homicide investigation into the fatal shooting of Chris Kaba by armed Metropolitan Police officers in south London.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 09:30:49 +0100
South London mourns the death of Queen Elizabeth II
Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:13:04 +0100
South London councillors pay tributes to the Queen
COUNCILLORS across south London have paid their tributes after the death of the Queen.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:27:11 +0100
When the Queen visited south London during her reign
Following the Queen's death at 96, we looked back at the many visits she paid to south London.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:11:37 +0100
London Tube closures September 9 weekend: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this weekend.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:08:45 +0100
Queen's family rush to Balmoral as crowds gather at Buckingham Palace
Crowds are gathering outside Buckingham Palace in London as doctors monitor the health of Her Majesty The Queen.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:16:44 +0100
Tributes to the Queen at Buckingham Palace
Huge crowds have gathered outside the Queen’s London residence Buckingham Palace to mourn her passing and share their memories of the monarch.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 20:14:21 +0100
Wandsworth man to camp near Buckingham Palace after Queen's death
A man from Wandsworth says he would be camping near the palace for the next 10 days "as a mark of respect" after Her Majesty’s death.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 14:36:49 +0100
Wandsworth woman reaches final of Classic Miss British Isles 2022
A woman from Wandsworth is representing south London in the final of a national modelling competition.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 12:57:18 +0100
South London trio charged with drug supply in Andover
A trio from south London have been charged on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 11:42:43 +0100
Streatham Hill: Timeline of events surrounding fatal shooting of rapper
The police watchdog is continuing its investigation into the fatal shooting of 24-year-old rapper Chris Kaba by armed officers.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:48:18 +0100
No gun found in car of man shot dead by police in Streatham Hill
No gun was found in the car of a man who was fatally shot by armed officers after a chase in south London, the police watchdog has confirmed.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Brixton High Street welcomes new itsu restaurant
Asian-inspired restaurant Itsu is offering its first 400 customers to free food today in Brixton High Street, ahead of the official opening on Friday.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 09:43:41 +0100
Royal Mail strikes: Workers begin September strikes as more industrial action confirmed
Further industrial action by Communication Workers Union members is also planned for the end of the month.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 16:16:56 +0100
Streatham Hill shooting: 'Community scared and kids off school'
The pastor at a church which a man who was shot dead by police in Streatham Hill attended as a child has said the community is scared following the incident.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 12:39:07 +0100
Streatham Hill shooting: Metropolitan Police statement
The Metropolitan Police has expressed its condolences to the loved ones of a rapper who was shot dead by armed officers, saying the force understands that “the family and community want answers”.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:31:17 +0100
Big Ben covered in white paint as Animal Rebellion protest
Activist group Animal Rebellion protested the dairy industry by throwing white paint on Big Ben.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:53:25 +0100
Streatham Hill shooting: Single round fired by armed officers
A single round was fired by armed officers who shot a man dead following a police chase in south London on Monday evening, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 18:32:08 +0100
BBC EastEnders star Danny Dyer quit EastEnders 'fearing he would die' amid drug binges
The EastEnders star sat down with BBC bosses and told them "I'm going to die".

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:22:51 +0100
Grand Designs: Kent couple take on post-war prefab home
Last week saw the return of the hit Channel 4 architectural show Grand Designs which sees ambitious individuals build their dream family home.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:24:42 +0100
Justin Bieber cancels Justice world tour indefinitely with doubt cast over 2023 UK dates
Justin Bieber has cancelled his Justice World Tour for 'the time being' as doubt is cast over his 2023 dates in London, Glasgow, Manchester and more.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:02:00 +0100
McDonald's Monopoly official returns for 2022
McDonald’s Monopoly is returning to the fast food restaurant today.

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Crypto scam warning issued to investors as victims lose hundreds of thousands
The ombudsman service said it has seen examples of consumers being scammed out of tens or even hundreds of thousands of pounds.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:46:41 +0100
Streatham Hill shooting: Recap from Kirkstall Gardens scene
A man has died in hospital after being shot by armed police following a pursuit which ended in Kirkstall Gardens in Streatham Hill on Monday evening.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:06:47 +0100
Man shot dead by police in Streatham Hill named
A man who was shot dead by police after a chase in south London was months away from becoming a father, according to the mother of his fiancee.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:58:09 +0100
Kenny Logan reveals prostate cancer diagnosis with wife Gabby Logan on BBC Breakfast
The ex-Scotland rugby union player appeared on the breakfast show alongside presenter wife Gabby Logan.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 09:39:04 +0100
Streatham Hill shooting: 'Gunshots and lots of commotion'
A man has died in hospital after being shot by armed police following a pursuit which ended in Streatham Hill on Monday evening.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 09:26:08 +0100
Streatham Hill: Man dies after being shot during police pursuit
A man thought to be in his 20s has died after being shot by police in a pursuit which ended in south London on Monday evening.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:17:03 +0100
Sir Elton John to auction off his 1992 Bentley Continental R
The Rocketman is sending his Bentley Continental R under the harmmer.

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 06:52:45 +0100
Sky Sports presenter Jo Wilson reveals stage 3 cervical cancer diagnosis
The Sky Sports presenter said if she can save just one person, then speaking out was worth it.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 18:34:15 +0100
Wandsworth house prices: Average house prices fall by £3,000
Wandsworth is one of the most expensive area to buy a property in the UK despite this month's dip in prices.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 16:37:35 +0100
Notting Hill Carnival stabbing: Police appeal for witness to come forward
Metropolitan Police are asking for witnesses of the Notting Hill Carnival to come forward.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 11:58:31 +0100
Upper Tooting Road flat fire caused by candle
A fire in Tooting that damaged a second-floor flat is believed to have been caused by a candle.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 11:06:42 +0100
Brixton: E-scooter rider dies after crash on Ferndale Road
An e-scooter rider has died after a crash with a car in Brixton.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 06:51:40 +0100
BBC News' George Alagiah opens up about News At Six return as he fights bowel cancer
BBC News presenter George Alagiah has opened up about his return to the News At Six following his cancer diagnosis.

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 16:44:54 +0100
ITV's The Suspect: Full cast list and how to watch
The new drama stars Poldark actor Aidan Turner.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 18:22:00 +0100
Wild things: Small is beautiful with this mini bird guide
Our Wild Things columnist Eric Brown recommends a basic mini bird guide that won't break the back or the bank and can settle those disputes about identification of garden birds.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 21:50:26 +0100
BBC Eastenders flashback episode: See young Peggy, Phil and Grant Mitchell
Eastenders Mitchell family flashback episode – see a young Peggy, Phil and Grant in new photos from the show.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 14:58:08 +0100
Taylor Hawkins’ tribute concert: Watch as Hawkins’ son wows with Wembley performance
The 16-year-old joined in a performance of ‘My Hero’, taking his father’s place on drums.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:13:44 +0100
Stats For Spotify: Dive into your listening habits and see your top genre, artist and more
Stats For Spotify lets you analyse your music habits over time, revealing top artists, genres, tracks and even showing your recently played songs.

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Battersea dog owner jailed after RPSCA rescue both dogs
A woman from Battersea has been jailed for 35 weeks for leaving her dog trapped for three days after it fell down the shaft of a riser cupboard.

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 20:18:36 +0100
Dave Grohl gives tearful tribute at Taylor Hawkins Wembley concert
Dave Grohl has given a tearful tribute to friend & Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins on stage at Wembley Stadium tonight.

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 19:10:50 +0100
Tributes to Taylor Hawkins at Wembley gig including Elton John & Dave Chappelle
Sir Elton John and Dave Chappelle have paid tribute to Taylor Hawkins at Wembley Stadium concert saying “don’t ever forget him”.

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 18:32:01 +0100
Watch Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert at Wembley Stadium live
Millions around the world are tuning in to watch the first tribute concert to Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 11:11:07 +0100
Killer police officer Wayne Couzens in court over flashing
Sarah Everard’s killer Wayne Couzens has appeared in court to face two allegations of flashing.

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 08:12:26 +0100
London Tube closures September 2 weekend: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this weekend.

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert at Wembley: How to watch
This weekend thousands of music fans will be taking to Wembley Stadium to pay tribute to the late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:05:31 +0100
Queen's family rush to Balmoral as crowds gather at Buckingham Palace
Crowds are gathering outside Buckingham Palace in London as doctors monitor the health of Her Majesty The Queen.

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:35:32 +0100
Battersea Power Station announces date it will open to the public for the first time ever
Battersea Power Station will open to the public for the first time ever with the first shops, bars, restaurants and leisure venues.

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:56:11 +0100
Video captures Boris Johnson in Lewisham police raid
A video posted on social media appears to capture Boris Johnson taking part in a police raid and being filmed by and speaking to a man already in the property.



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