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Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:32:31 +0000LIVE updates as busy road closed by police in Limehouse after crash
A major road in Limehouse is closed following a crash with police in attendance. Live updates here.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:24:17 +0000LIVE updates as DLR part suspended after 'casualty on track'
The DLR is part suspended this morning (December 3) after a casualty on the track.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:30:23 +0000Man jailed after sexually assaulting woman on busy Central line train
A man has been jailed after sexually assaulting a woman on a packed Central line train from Liverpool Street.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:50:02 +0000Man stabbed to death in Wembley 'believed to be Stonebridge drill rapper'
A 22-year-old man who was stabbed to death in Wembley Central is believed to be a Stonebridge rapper, according to tributes shared online.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000Pledge for more garden and food waste collections and cleaner streets
Expanding food and garden waste collections and making the streets cleaner are among the goals set out for Epping Forest's refuse collection company over the next two years.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:33:08 +0000Time is ticking…save on top brand watches with WATCH & WATCH
Christmas is just three weeks away and if you’re looking for a timeless gift, why not choose a watch?
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Warehouse 'near empty' as thousands of gifts needed 'quickly' for toy appeal
The Kevin Jenkins OBE Newham Christmas Toy Appeal 2025 urgently needs donations, with the appeal warehouse almost empty.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000New nightclub with three dance rooms to open THIS week in Epsom
A new nightclub will be opening its doors THIS week in Epsom.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Plan for new Bromley leisure centres with one £17m refurb and rebuild of another
Bromley is set for two new leisure centres as the £17million refurbishment of one nears completion and the rebuild of another has been approved.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Major redevelopment at Bexleyheath Leisure Centre with brand new gym equipment
The gym at Bexleyheath’s Crook Log Leisure Centre has undergone a major redevelopment, offering world-class equipment.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Lidl submits new store and housing plans on long‑empty Hamsey Green site
A long‑derelict site on the border of Croydon and Surrey may finally be brought back to life after Lidl submitted fresh plans for a combined store and housing development.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Electric bikes rolled out as part of new Barking pilot scheme
A fleet of 150 e-bikes has been rolled out in Barking and Barking Riverside through a one-year pilot scheme by Barking and Dagenham Council and operator Voi.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'I'm in a court battle with my homeless charity landlord over my Lewisham flat'
A woman from Lewisham is fighting a court battle with her landlord – a homelessness charity – over alleged rent arrears after she was initially served a Section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notice.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Record number of visitors at North London recycling centres over summer
North London Reuse and Recycling Centres saw a record 286,000 visitors in summer 2025, up 13%. LondonEnergy credits campaigns and new Edmonton Eco-Park.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000The buzzy south east London area dubbed one of the best places to live in 2026
Herne Hill has been named the best place to live in 2026, according to lifestyle guide Muddy Stilettos.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Major traffic restrictions set for Blackheath Hill development works
Traffic restrictions are set to hit Blackheath Hill due to property development works.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:39:00 +0000Competition to name child support group
Saint Francis Hospice invites local schools to help rename its children's bereavement support group. Submit entries by January 10, 2026 to take part.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:41:00 +0000Epping Forest's own refuse collector gets its wings with opening of airfield HQ
Epping Forest's own refuse collection company celebrated its first anniversary with the launch of its purpose-built base - a home at North Weald Airfield where it has its own hangar.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:29:17 +0000Plans which could 'shroud communities in secrecy' to be discussed at key debate
Plans which could give the public less say in what happens in their communities are likely to be discussed in the House of Commons.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:28:00 +0000HUGE ground drill seen at Gallows Corner in latest progress pictures
New drone photos have revealed the latest progress at the Gallows Corner site.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:32:12 +0000Cricklewood man charged with attempted murder after stabbing in Turkish restaurant
A man from Cricklewood has been charged with attempted murder after a stabbing in a Turkish restaurant.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:20:18 +0000Heartfelt tribute to Romford brother and ‘best friend in the world’ who died aged 17
A sister has paid tribute to her brother and “best friend in the world” who died at the age of 17 in Romford.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000The south east London neighbourhood blending history with modern life
Deptford is a place where centuries of maritime history sit alongside street markets, creative spaces and a thriving food scene.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Demolition plans submitted for 'iconic' Romford nightclub that is now an 'eyesore'
Further details of plans to redevelop former Romford nightclub Atik have been revealed.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000New Wetherspoons pub set to open in Croydon - before Christmas
A new Wetherspoons is opening in Croydon before Christmas.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Plans which could 'shroud communities in secrecy' to be discussed at key debate
Plans which could give the public less say in what happens in their communities are likely to be discussed in the House of Commons.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:45:00 +0000South Woodford pub reopens after revamp
The George pub in South Woodford has reopened following a refurbishment.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:58:07 +0000Man arrested after teenager stabbed to death inside Kent home
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead in Thorold Road Chatham at 3.11am on December 2.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:14:18 +0000Hunt for group after man attacked and robbed at London Waterloo station
A man was attacked and robbed at Waterloo Station on November 21 and CCTV images have been released of four men the police would like to speak to.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000New Tesco Express store comes to Wanstead
A brand new Tesco Express has opened its doors to shoppers in Wanstead.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:23:24 +0000Help give every Croydon hospital patient a gift this Christmas
Croydon Health Charity has launched a one-day appeal, to help make sure that every patient receives a gift this Christmas.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:57:14 +0000Police close road after 'crash' outside library in Colindale
The road outside a library in Colindale is closed after a crash was reported. Live updates here.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:38:05 +0000City of London police officer charged with assault in Waltham Abbey
A serving City of London police officer has been charged with an assault in Waltham Abbey.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:30:59 +0000Holly Willoughby guilty of knocking scooter rider over in her Mini Cooper
Holly Willoughby has appeared in court after she knocked over a scooter rider while driving her Mini Cooper.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:14:47 +0000Ex-England player arrested ‘on suspicion of attempted rape’ at London airport
A former England and Premier League footballer has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of attempted rape, according to reports.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:56:04 +0000Waste vehicle seized in Bromley 'could be crushed' over fly-tipping
A vehicle carrying a full load of waste has been seized in St Mary Cray.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:09:47 +0000Person dies after being hit by train at Enfield station
A person has died after being hit by a train at a railway station in Enfield.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000Hampstead Theatre 'devastated' after Sir Tom Stoppard's death
Hampstead Theatre is 'devastated' at the death of the playwright as their production of his play Indian Ink, starring Felicity Kendal, opens on Wednesday.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:49:22 +0000Trains at major London station cancelled all day by signal fault
Trains running between major London stations are expected to be cancelled all day after a signalling fault. Live updates here.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:41:39 +0000A Christmas Carol with added spookiness - and Neil Morrissey as Marley's ghost
Back for its third year, Mark Gatiss' adaptation of the Dickens classic is subtitled A Ghost Story and brings Neil Morrissey on stage as Marley's Ghost
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:27:39 +0000Person hit by train dies with MAJOR disruption at Tottenham Hale station
A person has been hit by a train between Tottenham Hale and Cheshunt stations causing major delays to Greater Anglia services.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000Chaos as 'unauthorised traveller encampment work' starts on Noak Hill green belt land
Havering Council is working to stop a group of alleged travellers trying to create an encampment on Green Belt land in Noak Hill.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:54:54 +0000The Met Office London weather forecast for the week ahead
According to the Met Office, the weather for London will see some significant changes over the next few days
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:22:24 +0000'Unexploded' bomb found in west London college forces evacuation and road closure
An "unexploded" bomb was found in a west London college seeing the site evacuated and surrounding roads closed.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:16:13 +0000Major road cordoned off due to incident in Dagenham
A major road in Dagenham is cordoned off after a crash.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:16:31 +0000Police shut Wembley road for SECOND day after man killed
Police have cordoned High Road, Wembley Central, for a second day (December 2) following a fatal stabbing the day before.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:28:55 +0000Much loved 'local celebrity' Beckenham street cleaner dies unexpectedly
A street cleaner in Beckenham who has been described as a "local celebrity" has died unexpectedly.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000Theatre and health centre feature in weekly Waltham Forest plans
This week's planning applications sent to Waltham Forest Council have been revealed.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000Opening of new Upminster restaurant delayed by 'unexpected technical issues'
A new restaurant set to open in Upminster, inspired by European brasseries, has pushed back its launch date.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:48:59 +0000Tesco shoppers get Clubcard boost just in time for the Christmas shop
Tesco shoppers who made the most of Tesco Clubcard Christmas Savers - a little-known Clubcard perk - have received a windfall payment