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Sat, 13 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000Extensively refurbished four-bed Epping home listed for £875,000
A refurbished four-bedroom semi in Epping’s Woodberry Down is listed at £875,000, offering three floors, an en-suite with dressing area, a converted garage, parking, and a garden.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000This cosy Romford home with lakeside terrace could be yours for £1.3 million
An four-bedroom luxury home in Romford with views over Raphael Park lake is on the market for a little over £1.3 million.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:49:00 +0000Dozens of new ambulances to hit the streets of London with changes to reduce strain
Sixty new low-emission ambulances are being rolled out across London ahead of winter, boosting patient comfort and crew safety as part of a major LAS fleet upgrade.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000Bethnal Green salon owner 'unable to sleep' after £30,000 loss as shop ransacked
OPV Beauty in Brick Lane, Bethnal Green was robbed and £30,000 worth of goods were stolen on Saturday, December 6.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000Detailed plans for new 85-home development in Essex village submitted
Epping Forest District Council has validated a major outline bid for up to 85 homes west of Ongar, alongside dozens of extensions, conversions and commercial plans.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000Brent confirms £1.5m plan to install 100 new cycle hangars
Brent Council will expand secure bike storage to more than 250 hangars by 2026, replacing older units and prioritising high-demand locations across the borough.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000A look back at Havering in the snow in years gone by
Havering Libraries has pictures of Havering covered with snow over the years.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000The Hampstead Italian loved by celebrities and still thriving after 25 years
Mimmo Rimoli has been serving up Neapolitan classic dishes to Hampstead diners for two and a half decades, with customers including celebrities George Michael and Anthony Minghella.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000The lost East End street that is now buried under a busy hospital
A new book of photographs excavating the lost panoramas of London features an East End street that no longer exists.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 06:30:00 +0000Long delays to 'big' upgrades for rail line are extended to February
Network Rail will continue upgrading points and straight track between Brondesbury Park and Willesden Junction across three weekends in January and February.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 06:30:00 +0000Major upgrades to London's bike hire scheme revealed
In-dock e-bike charging, QR bike release and app improvements aim to boost reliability amid record hire numbers and soaring cycling rates.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000The 'happiest' south east London borough with Tate Modern and leafy Dulwich
Southwark has been named the happiest borough in south east London.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Bexley ranked among UK’s unhappiest places to live
Bexley is among the UK’s most unhappiest places to live.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Hundreds evacuated from new-build in Lewisham might not return home until late 2026
Hundreds of residents who were evacuated from a new-build development in Lewisham earlier this year might not be able to return to their homes until late 2026.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Croydon revealed as one of the unhappiest boroughs in south London
Croydon has been ranked as one of the unhappiest places to live in London.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Popular US-chain with chicken so hot you need to sign a waiver opening in Croydon
The popular food chain, Dave’s Hot Chicken, is set to spice up Croydon with the launch of a brand-new store on December 16.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000All the south London locations spotted in new Netflix Christmas film
Fans of Christmas films might be surprised to learn that Netflix’s Jingle Bell Heist was filmed in familiar south London streets.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Crayford teacher blackmailed with grooming allegations by ex-pupil she slept with
Ruqaiyah Akhtar was blackmailed by a former pupil she had a sexual relationship with.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Immaculate' family home goes up for sale in 'enviable' Cheam Village
This Kingsdown Road home offers two reception rooms, a private garden, loft space and strong transport links, with parks and top-rated schools nearby.
Sat, 13 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Christmas fair a 'wonderful celebration of community, creativity and giving back'
The Regent’s Park school welcomed the community for games, stalls and student-run enterprises, supporting the Rainbow Centre Sri Lanka, Swiss Cottage School, Icandance and The Winch.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:26:36 +0000Two dead and one fighting for his life as three stabbed in three days in London
Two people have died and three have been stabbed in just three days in London.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:53:11 +0000Woman charged with murder of 70-year-old in busy street in Walthamstow
A woman has been charged with the murder of a 70-year-old in Walthamstow.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:41:02 +0000Man in 80s in hospital after falling from height in Belsize Park
A man in his 80s is in hospital after falling from a height in Belsize Park.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:53:54 +0000Man charged after van kills student, 20, outside her university in central London
A man has been charged after a van killed a student outside King's College London - and seriously injured two other people.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:28:13 +0000Former police officer sent ‘abhorrent’ sexual messages to 12-year-old on Snapchat
A former police officer has been sentenced after sharing sexual messages with a 12-year-old girl.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000Peaky Blinders star's legacy helping talented teens to 'follow their dreams'
Photographs of the late Harry Potter and Peaky Blinders star Helen McCrory will help to give a chance to budding young performers in an award named in her honour
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000'No justice' for wife and young daughter of man killed outside Beckenham Sainsbury's
The family of Andrew Clark who was killed in Beckenham have questioned the decision to accept a manslaughter plea.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:29:11 +0000Boy, 15, and two men arrested on suspicion of murder after fatal stabbing in Ewell
A 15-year-old teenager and two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed to death near a pub in Ewell.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:18:04 +0000Harrow cinema to screen Christmas classics over festive period
With favourites like The Muppet Christmas Carol, Home Alone, Love Actually and How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the festive season offers films for all ages.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Lewisham and Greenwich Southeastern trains cancelled this Sunday
Lewisham and Greenwich Southeastern trains will be cancelled or replaced by buses this weekend.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000London Ambulance Service paramedic threatened with murder in horror video
A London Ambulance Service survey reveals 53% of frontline staff experienced physical violence, prompting the launch of a new “RESPECT” campaign.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Opening date for new Croydon Wetherspoons - and it's in time for Christmas
The new Coombe Lodge Wetherspoons in Croydon will open on December 17, just in time for Christmas.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:41:55 +0000Man, 22, stabbed to death in Wembley named and pictured for first time
A 22-year-old man who was stabbed to death in Wembley has been named and pictured for first time.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:29:00 +0000Dad killed outside Beckenham Sainsbury's for refusing to let 'monster' cut queue
A dad who “had never been a fight in his life” was killed by a man who tried to push in front of him and his wife in the queue at Sainsbury’s.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000NHS staff choir to perform Christmas concert in Romford
An east London NHS staff choir will host a Christmas concert on December 18 in Romford.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000Amazing drone photos show 'Romford Wonderland' Christmas light display from sky
Drone photos show this year's 'Romford Wonderland' Christmas lights display in Pettits Lane.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:30:45 +0000Flu season sees over 900 hospital admissions in Croydon
Growing cases of flu and respiratory infections are increasing pressure on emergency departments, prompting calls for vaccinations and mask-wearing.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:34:28 +0000Men left ‘much-loved man’ to die in road after unprovoked Tottenham stabbing
A pair of men left a victim to die in the street after an unprovoked stabbing in Tottenham.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:18:56 +0000Elaine Jackson confirmed as Croydon’s interim chief executive
Following a unanimous committee recommendation, Jackson will lead the borough’s transformation programme over the next 12 months to improve services and deliver better value for residents.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:12:58 +0000'Much-loved' bakery opens bigger new shop at Camberley centre
Relocated from Princess Way, the new Greggs offers indoor seating, a refreshed design, festive favourites and three new local jobs.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000Guinness names UK's best pubs for a pint - but which London boozers made the list?
The new Harp Guide released by Guinness lists 35 British pubs that serve the best pour - and nine of them are in London.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:22:32 +0000Man in his 40s taken to hospital after being stabbed in Manor Park 'assault'
A man is in hospital after being found suffering a stab wound in Manor Park
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:11:11 +0000Children's hospice closure reported as charity shop confirms branch shutdown
Richard House Children's Hospice is reported to be closing - and a staff member at its Elm Park charity shop says it will shut its doors for the last time today (December 12).
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000The new Southeastern timetable starting this weekend with more services
From December 14, an extra 29 high-speed trains each week and longer carriages on busy routes will help meet rising demand across London, Kent and East Sussex.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000The annual Greenwich race where dozens of panto horses race on the streets
This weekend Greenwich is set to play host to one of the most unusual races – where all the competitors are panto horses.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000Former Brentwood car park for sale - and could see more than new 40 homes built
A former car park in Brentwood has been put up for sale - with previous planning permission allowing for the development of more than 40 homes on it.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000Full list of movies playing at Bromley Vue this weekend
From Zootropolis 2 to The Shining’s 45th anniversary screening, Vue Bromley will offer early-morning to midnight showings across a packed weekend.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:58:41 +0000Trains cancelled in Croydon after emergency services incident
Croydon trains are facing disruption after the emergency services closed the railway lines due to an incident. Live updates here.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:04:07 +0000Arrest made as man, 26, dies after car crashes into building in Walthamstow
A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving in Walthamstow.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:29:17 +0000Roundhouse apologises over 'antisemitic' imagery at Primal Scream gig
The Roundhouse music venue in Camden has apologised after allegedly antisemitic imagery was shown on stage during a Primal Scream gig.