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Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:40:00 +0000
LIVE updates as busy road closed in Morden after crash
A busy road in Morden is closed after a crash. Live updates here.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:52:55 +0000
LIVE updates as 'police incident' closes street in Eltham with buses diverted
A 'police incident' has closed a green in Eltham.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:31:00 +0000
Bright, spacious ground floor apartment in Wellington Crescent, Maida Vale
A bright, spacious two bedroom, two bathroom floor apartment within a beautiful period conversion in the heart of Maida Vale.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:13:00 +0000
Three bedroom home in Hampstead hits the market for £2.85m
Luxury three-bedroom maisonette for sale in Hampstead Village, NW3, with garden, balcony, parking, gym, porterage and near Hampstead Tube. £2.85m leasehold.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Five exciting things to look forward to in Havering in 2026
Here are five developments and projects to look forward to in 2026 in Havering

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The major developments and changes set for Croydon in 2026
Croydon is set for one of its most ambitious years of regeneration, with major projects across the town centre and beyond taking shape in 2026.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Princess Alexandra Hospital nurse who supports colleagues from around the world
Kristle Bravo, international nurse educator at The Princess Alexandra Hospital, has won a Nursing Times award for supporting and mentoring colleagues from around the world.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Met Police 'define what hate crime is' in Bexley with notable groups
The Metropolitan Police Service is teaming up with the Bexley Hate Crime Forum for a free community event in January focusing on understanding hate crime, preventing prejudice, and keeping residents safe.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Save on price, never on quality with the Lakeland winter sale
Happy New Year and you could make your home just as happy as the Lakeland winter sale is now on!

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 09:47:36 +0000
'Several dozens killed' in fire at ski resort bar in Swiss Alps, authorities say
A fire at Le Constellation bar in the Alpine ski resort of Crans-Montana in the Swiss Alps has left "several dozens" of people dead, according to authorities

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Full list of UK Bank Holidays for 2026
These are the Bank Holidays to look forward to in 2026

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Everything you need to know about the brand new series of Call the Midwife
Call the Midwife is returning to the BBC for series 15, discover how to watch the show and the full cast list.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000
What films are showing this weekend at Cineworld Harlow Queensgate?
Discover what's on at Cineworld Harlow Queensgate this weekend including Avatar: Fire and Ash, Zootropolis 2, Anaconda, The Housemaid and more.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000
Can you score full marks in our end of year quiz on Havering news from 2025?
New Year's Eve is here, which can only mean one thing: it's time for an end of 2025 quiz.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000
Full list of films showing at ODEON South Woodford this weekend
ODEON South Woodford is playing an exciting line-up of films this weekend, including Avatar: Fire and Ash, Zootropolis 2 and Marty Supreme.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:26:11 +0000
Anger at Primrose Hill fencing ahead of London's NYE fireworks
Primrose Hill closed for London New Year’s Eve fireworks amid safety fears after last year’s fatal stabbing. Met Police urge public to attend ticketed events.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:14:54 +0000
Man, 23, dies after stabbing on New Year's Eve in Deptford
A 23-year-old man has died after a stabbing on New Year's Eve in Deptford.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:07:11 +0000
Urgent search to find missing woman who left Romford hospital after giving birth
Police are urgently searching for a missing woman who left a hospital after giving birth in Romford.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:13:37 +0000
Willesden man charged with murder after crash near magistrates court
A Willesden man has been charged with murder after a crash near the magistrates court in December.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:35:07 +0000
Person dies after being hit by train affecting services to Kings Cross
A person has died after being hit by a train, which has affected services to Kings Cross.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:36 +0000
Trains to Kings Cross shut after person hit by train
A person has been hit by a train between Welwyn Garden City in Hertfordshire and Alexandra Palace.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:11:07 +0000
The Havering and Brentwood people recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours list
A police and crime commissioner, a chemical engineer, and the founder of an MND charity are among those recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours list.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:18:42 +0000
Two men in hospital after being ‘stabbed by group' in south east London
Two men are in hospital after being stabbed in an alleged "group attack" in south east London.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:43:36 +0000
Person dies after being hit by train causing hours of delays at Shenfield station
A person has died after being hit by a train in an Essex village.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:15:00 +0000
Eurostar planning to build rail link between London and Germany
Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn plan direct high-speed rail link from London to Frankfurt and Cologne, boosting UK-Germany trade, jobs and sustainable travel by 2030s.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:15:00 +0000
What the weather will be like in London on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
London New Year’s Eve weather: Dry, crisp conditions expected with temperatures from 2–4°C; slight rain risk New Year’s Day afternoon. Dress warmly for celebrations.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:10:00 +0000
Police make 57 arrests in huge Merton e-bike and scooter operation
Met Police seized 37 illegal e-bikes and scooters, made 57 arrests, and recovered weapons in Merton during Operation Frostwatch to tackle crime in south-west London.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 13:02:15 +0000
All lines between Shenfield and Witham closed after person hit by train
Greater Anglia trains are disrupted after a person has been hit by a train between Witham and Shenfield.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:20:49 +0000
Man taken to hospital after crash by busy east London roundabout
A man is in hospital in an unknown condition following a crash by a busy east London roundabout.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:44:38 +0000
Wandsworth Town station to become fully accessible for passengers
Wandsworth Town station upgrade: step-free access, lifts and new entrance set for south-west London’s 15th busiest station from 2026, funded by DfT.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:44:34 +0000
Petition to save Hampstead Heath café operators receives thousands of signatures
A petition launched to prevent the operators of five North London cafés being replaced has received thousands of signatures in less than two weeks.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:42:24 +0000
Man in hospital after emergency services flock to crash in Cheam
A man is in an unknown condition in hospital after being injured in a crash in Cheam.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:41:38 +0000
Woman in hospital after falling from a height in east London
A woman has been taken to hospital after falling from a height in east London.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:29:02 +0000
Former Barnet Council leader announces resignation
Former Barnet Council leader and ex-Conservative who defected to Reform resigns, citing family move to South Wales. No Barnet by-election to be held.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:29:58 +0000
25% off or more on clearance puzzles at Wentworth Puzzles
From winter landscape to night watch, snowy lane to winter nights, you might be thinking this is the scene for December, but these are actually some of the beautiful jigsaw puzzle themes from Wentworth Puzzles.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:46:17 +0000
Person dies after being hit by a train at rail station in Gidea Park
A person has died following reports of a casualty on the tracks at a rail station in Gidea Park.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:17:01 +0000
Snow and ice to hit London as Met Office issues yellow weather warning
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across London.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000
The south east London restaurants we lost in 2025
This year south east London said goodbye to five restaurants across its boroughs.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000
Two Hornchurch car parks to close early next year for new homes
Two car parks in Havering will close early next year to make way for new homes.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:39:25 +0000
Islington social worker honoured for services to child protection
Liz Davies, founder of the Islington Survivors Network and who helped expose the Islington child abuse scandal, has been made an OBE in the New Year Honours for services to child protection.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:30:06 +0000
Colindale gym closure extended after Anthony Joshua's friend killed in crash
Evolve Gym in Colindale and South Ruislip, run by Anthony Joshua’s friend who died in a car crash, have had their closure extended.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:59:24 +0000
RECAP after 'police incident' closes road near south west London park
A police incident has closed a road near a park in Brixton.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:36:42 +0000
Second day of Eurostar disruption after power supply failure
An ongoing power supply issue in the Channel Tunnel continues to impact Eurostar services.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:11:28 +0000
RECAP after Bakerloo line suspended into rush hour travel
The Bakerloo line has been suspended entirely this morning following a points failure.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Construction begins on latest project at Harlow Innovation Park
Construction begins on £30m Identity development at Harlow Innovation Park, set to boost jobs, investment and life sciences in the UK Innovation Corridor.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Drivers warned of upcoming road closures across east London
Waltham Forest Council announces 2026 road closures on The Charter Road IG8 and Brandon Road E17 for Cadent Gas and Thames Water utility works. Parking suspended.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Final Gallows Corner drone photos of 2025 released after TfL update
Drone photos have captured Gallows Corner at the end of 2025 - with months still to go until the roundabout reopens.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Stockbroker diagnosed with incurable blood cancer made MBE
Judy Dewinter, Royal Free Charity chair and Myeloma UK president, has been made an MBE in New Year Honours for services to NHS and patient advocacy after cancer diagnosis.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Donors celebrated after toy appeal hits target
Disadvantaged children in Newham woke up to Christmas gifts thanks to the 2025 Kevin Jenkins OBE Newham Christmas Toy Appeal, supported by businesses, schools, churches and community donors.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:45:00 +0000
Family 'robbed' after dad's body left laying by Rainham road for days
A heart-breaking appeal for information has been shared after the body of a father-to-three went undiscovered for days by the side of a busy road in Rainham.

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