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Sat, 05 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Green Man Hotel and Pub in Chingford, east London, in 1930s
A snapshot in time from 1935 with the original Green Man Hotel and Pub, centre, in Old Church Road, Chingford.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Havering's Youth Justice System praised in report
Havering’s Youth Justice Service has been praised for the way it manages the diverse needs of children and prevents repeated offending.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Census 2021: Barking and Dagenham deprivation stats revealed
Barking and Dagenham has the highest proportion of households suffering some form of deprivation in England and Wales, according to Census 2021 data.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Euston Foodbank hits back at threat to cut water supply
A foodbank manager said she is “furious” after a water company threatened to cut them off as dozens of people collected essential meals.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Romford mum with cancer was told breast lump 'nothing to worry about'
Fashion designer Adobea Obeng developed cancer at just 31 after she says she was misdiagnosed by doctors.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The Avocado Show Princes Street London: A review
"For an avocado lover I can't think of much better than a dessert with waffles, chocolate, berries - and of course avocado on top," says reviewer Immy Share.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The pubs for sale in south London
Ever wanted the chance to own a pub and serve drinks to the community? Well now here's your chance.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Delight as Lewisham Council cancels Blackheath Fireworks 2022
PEOPLE across south east London are delighted to see that the Blackheath Fireworks 2022 display has been cancelled.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Bexleyheath Danson Park Fireworks display: All you need to know
Are you planning to go to the Danson Park Fireworks display? Well, here’s everything you need to know for the popular event.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The noisiest roads in south east London revealed
A map of south east London has revealed which roads are producing the most noise pollution.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Plans to reroute South Circular and ban cars from town centre
Transport for London said it is committed to redesigning a “nightmare” one-way system in South London after doubts were raised about the scheme’s future following years of delay.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:39:33 +0000
North London venues secure Arts Council grants
The latest round of Arts Council funding saw scores of venues and organisations awarded support grants, with a drive towards those working with deprived and marginalised groups

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:10:03 +0000
Hampstead Theatre's £760,000 arts council funding slashed
Hampstead Theatre has had its entire annual £760,000 Arts Council funding cut in awards that favours outer London boroughs, marginalised groups and levelling up areas outside the capital

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 09:38:35 +0000
Film: A Bunch of Amateurs, Weird, Draughtsman's Contract
A love letter to amateur film makers in Bradford, a hilarious biopic starring Harry Potter himself Daniel Radcliffe, and a reminder of Peter Greenaway's cinematic skill are among the week's releases

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 08:06:49 +0000
Highgate Primary pupils help local families
Primary school children in Highgate donated the collection from their harvest festival to support struggling families this autumn.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 21:15:16 +0000
Checkmate: Interviews With Local Library Chess Club by Elaha Moosa, Gumley House School
Simon Williams (a grandmaster) once said “The beauty of chess is it can be whatever you want it to be. It transcends language, age, race, religion, politics, gender, and socioeconomic background. Whatever your circumstances, anyone can enjoy a good...

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 19:29:44 +0000
Behind the Sunset: A picturesque place for a calm, evening stroll (Lara Wasfy- Tiffin Girls’ School)
Looking for a peaceful but gorgeous sunset spot? Richmond Park's expansive landscape offers many enchanting spots for an evening stroll, as well as a river teeming with ducks, swans, and other scenic beauty.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:46:38 +0000
The Power of a Cold Shower - Ansh Nandula, Wilson's School
The “Iceman” Wim Hof, a Dutch extreme athlete, earned his nickname after breaking a plethora of world records related to cold exposure. These include running a half-marathon above the Arctic Circle barefoot, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in shorts, ...

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 21:29:11 +0000
Families Fret Over Secondary Form by Liam Gawn, Wallington County Grammar School
Selecting a secondary school can be a worrying time for parents. There are many factors to consider: whether you want your child to go to a grammar or a comprehensive school; whether a mixed or a single sex school is more appropriate. Different schoo...

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
NHS wait for approval to start Hornchurch health hub build
North East London NHS Foundation Trust is awaiting government approval to start work on the build of a new multi-million pound health centre on the site of the former St George's Hospital in Hornchurch.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 19:09:51 +0000
The Honourable Hafidh, man grew popular within 2 months! - Fahim Ahmed (Greatfields School)
Hafidh Liakot, 44, from Barlekha, Moulovibazar (Sylhet, Bangladesh), is a religious individual, known for the attributes of "Imaam" or "Hafidh", who came to the UK, to live a normal life. There were people from his village, that used to love his lea...

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:00:35 +0000
Royal Gunpowder Mills staging autumn wildlife safari
The beauty of autumn can be enjoyed at a new wildlife safari tour taking place at one of Epping Forest’s leading visitor attractions later this month.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 19:18:47 +0000
Once Upon A Time: The Queen and The Queue by Rashna Thivakaran Croydon High School
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II there was an amazing response from the public as people from every walk of life wanted to express their gratitude for her service and total commitment.The lying in state was one of the most memorable events a...

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 17:27:29 +0000
Man who stabbed teen who was 'dead' for an hour in Brixton jailed for life
A teenage knife crime victim who effectively died on the street for nearly an hour has told his attackers “I did not deserve this” as they were jailed for life.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Best fish and chips near Lewisham according to TripAdvisor reviews
If you fancy a fish supper, here are the top places on your doorstep according to Tripadvisor reviews.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:37:38 +0000
Salad bar Atis to open in Canary Wharf
A salad bar chain is set to open its fourth site in Canary Wharf.  

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:48:18 +0000
Fire Brigade Attend to High Steaks Gamble by Ted Howden Chalmers from Bancrofts' School
On the evening of the 25th of October, the London Fire Brigade was sent to a home in North East London to attend to what officers might have expected to be a raging fire, but upon arrival any such expectations would be eradicated and the fire fighter...

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:56:31 +0000
Freemens Fireworks Fun - Natalie, City of London Freemens
On the 3rd of November, City of London Freemen’s School had their Fireworks night, where students and parents of the school, along with the teachers, enjoyed a fun evening with fireworks as its grand finale.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:09:09 +0000
Police to patrol M25 in unmarked HGV supercabs
UNMARKED HGV ‘supercabs’ are set to patrol the M25 in bid to reduce road collisions.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Royal Free ordered to pay £50k under Equality Act
An employment tribunal has ordered the Royal Free Hospital to pay out £50,000 following a hearing last month.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:58:16 +0000
Screens: The effects of living our lives online - Abby Tse, Notre Dame
Screens have become an ingrained part of our lives - from researching projects, scrolling through social media, to texting friends - it’s hard to imagine how our lives would be without screens. But with the increased exposure to such screens, it’...

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:52:27 +0000
Teens light fireworks on Halloween, chaos ensues
A group of 200 teenagers met up in Stratford, East London, to participate in a "firework war", members of the public nearby were caught up in the mess.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 16:06:27 +0000
Newham restaurant Petit Café faces £20k loss amid power cut
A Newham restaurant has lost around £20,000 and been the victim of vandalism amid a week-long power cut caused by flooding.  

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:03:14 +0000
Lambeth murder: Three charged after Lower Marsh Street stabbing
Three men have been charged with murder after a 32-year-old man was stabbed to death on a street in Lambeth.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 14:46:55 +0000
Met Office weekend weather forecast for heavy rain and wind
This weekend, there will be occasional heavy rain and strong winds throughout Saturday and Sunday.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:08:24 +0000
Havering to mark Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day 2022
Soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice will be remembered at multiple Remembrance parades and services around Havering next week.  

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:08:01 +0000
Neighbour slams Notting Hill Genesis over 'unfit' home
A surveyor declared that a house was “not fit for human habitation” after a neighbour intervened on behalf of a vulnerable elderly tenant.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:47:09 +0000
Is the Elizabeth Line running during November strikes?
See if the Elizabeth Line is running as workers' strike.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:00:37 +0000
Rye Lane Peckham stabbing: Man injured and teen arrested
A teenage boy has been arrested after a stabbing which left a man injured in Peckham.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:56:46 +0000
Bromley fireworks: Norman Park display to return
Norman Park is once again hosting its annual fireworks display.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:26:23 +0000
Opening date confirmed for Harrow B&Q convenience store
A new B&Q convenience store is set to open in Harrow before Christmas.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:35:49 +0000
Celebrating Black History Month Nayantara Kapoor The Tiffin Girls' School
Black History Month owes its roots to two passionate individuals, historian Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse E. Moorland who in 1915, founded what was then known as the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History or the ASNLH. Now known a...

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:17:59 +0000
East London detective sacked after officer harassment report
A detective in Havering, Barking and Dagenham and Redbridge, who was accused of sexually harassing a female colleague, has been sacked.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:14:23 +0000
Police to patrol M25 in unmarked HGV supercabs
UNMARKED HGV ‘supercabs’ are set to patrol the M25 in bid to reduce road collisions.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:11:11 +0000
What to expect from Islington's newest pub
"It should be somewhere for all occasions."

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:03:00 +0000
Missing Sutton man last seen yesterday
POLICE are concerned for a man who is missing from Sutton.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:56:52 +0000
Prentis Road Streatham attack: Hunt for man
POLICE are looking to identify a man after a woman was attacked in Streatham.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:42:52 +0000
A2 Upton Road Bexleyheath crash: Police issue statement
POLICE have issued a statement after a three-car crash in Bexleyheath.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:14:33 +0000
Remains of Highgate woman Norma Girolami found in Barnet
Human remains of a woman who went missing last year have been found.

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 22:05:26 +0000
Woman, Life, Freedom - Brianna Chelaru, Parmiter's School.
Since the tragic death of Mahsa Amini on September 16th, Iranians and non-Iranians worldwide have united with a common aim: to start a revolution.



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