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Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:20:28 +0000
LIVE updates as emergency incident shuts lines to London Marylebone
Trains to and from London Marleybone face major disruption. Bringing you live updates.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000
Characterful farmer's cottage 'filled with character' for sale in Essex countryside
A semi-detached former farmer’s cottage in Epping, one of a pair known as Creed Cottages, is for sale for offers over £875,000.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
'The two-child benefit cap punished children - here's why it needed reform'
Anne Clarke AM on why the two-child benefit cap punished children from larger households and never reflected the real cost of living in London.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Hollywood stars shoot at Epping Forest church for new Knives Out film
Holy Innocents Church in High Beech, Epping Forest, appears in Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery after filmmakers selected it for its classic Gothic architecture.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Radio star to take on role of legendary Star Wars and Smiley's People actor
The voice of The Shipping Forecast and Radio 4 news brings the life of Sir Alec Guinness, who played Obi-Wan Kenobi in the original Star Wars movie to the stage

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
What is the most mysterious area in each east London borough?
TikTok star itsdatguyfromends posted a video naming the most mysterious area in each east London borough in his opinion.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Substation upgrade among latest Epping Forest planning applications
Epping Forest District Council has received new planning applications including work on a substation and plans to change a horse box manufacturing site to storage.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Take a look inside Romford house backing onto lake which is up for sale
See inside a four-bedroom detached house in Romford, backing directly onto Marshalls Manor Lake, has been listed for £895,000.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
5 of the best day trips all less than two hours away from London you can enjoy
From the Kent village of Chilham to the town of Burford in Oxfordshire, discover five of the best day trips less than two hours from London.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The secret award-winning Epsom pub that not many people know about
There’s a hidden, award-winning, long-standing Epsom pub, but not many people know about it.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The Bromley Nepalese restaurant getting national recognition after just one year
A restaurant in Bromley that’s only been open for a year is already gaining recognition for its food on the national stage.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'The Jamie Oliver cookery class in London that makes the best Christmas present'
Taking the sushi-making class at the Jamie Oliver Cookery School in John Lewis on Oxford Street turned out to be one of the most unexpectedly brilliant Saturday mornings I’ve had in a long time.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The Croydon people and businesses facing HUGE fines for not paying tax
Several Croydon-based people and businesses have been named on HM Revenue and Customs’ latest list of deliberate tax defaulters.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Why Sundridge Park is one of Bromley’s most desirable neighbourhoods
Sundridge Park - often simply called Sundridge - is one of south east London’s most quietly appealing neighbourhoods.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Ladywell café ‘so happy’ after being crowned best in Lewisham for 2025
A much-loved café in Ladywell has been crowned the best in Lewisham at a local awards.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
South east London pub reopens with mega new features after six-figure makeover
The Bridge Tap on Borough High Street has reopened after a six-figure makeover, featuring new furniture, lighting, HD screens, booths, an upgraded menu and a partnership with Gingerbread as it joins Stonegate’s Pubsmiths division.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
TfL plans to reduce speed limit on several major roads in Bromley
Transport for London (TfL) is planning to reduce the speed limit on several roads in Bromley.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'I tried a mince on toast recipe and, no, I will not be making it again'
A cook’s humorous reflection on trying mince on toast for the first time — and finding redemption with rich, slow-cooked venison chilli, cornbread, and a crisp winter slaw recipe to warm winter evenings.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Proposal to replace Eltham garages with new home among latest Greenwich plans
Greenwich Council has received a large batch of planning applications including tree works, loft conversions, home extensions, HMO changes, new signage, energy and drainage submissions, and multiple compliance documents for major developments across ...

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Five detached homes in Upper Norwood among recent Croydon planning applications
A major Croydon planning submission proposes five detached homes beside Beulah Hill in Upper Norwood, leading a varied week of applications including condition discharges, extensions, minor alterations and tree works across the borough.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Former Catford police station set to be converted into dozens of new flats
A former South London police station will be converted into dozens of new flats after the plans were unanimously approved by councillors on Tuesday evening (November 25).

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Major redevelopment of Croydon Minster forecourt to begin this winter
“We have a Grade I listed building here; these are usually the focal point of a town centre. Just to have this forecourt of broken slabs, a hodgepodge of asphalt and the old subway really doesn’t serve that setting."

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Two-child limit scrapped - what this means for Barnet families
More than 10,220 children in Barnet are set to benefit after the Government scrapped the two-child limit, a policy reversal expected to lift up to half a million children out of poverty nationwide as part of a new child poverty strategy.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Spurs stars visit centre that aims to tap area's "incredible" potential
The Tottenham Hotspur Foundation has opened a new STEM learning zone at Percy House to address low participation in science and technology subjects locally.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:44:56 +0000
'My daughter is terrified of gang making station no-go area after stabbing’
A gang who allegedly harass and sell drugs outside Dollis Hill station are making it a “no-go area”, according to a local resident.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:28:18 +0000
Picture shows car balancing on back after ‘crash on notorious Havering road’
A striking picture shows a car that was left balancing in an unlikely position at the side of a road notorious for crashes.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:58:43 +0000
70 firefighters rush to HUGE restaurant blaze near Isle of Dogs train station
Firefighters are tackling a huge blaze at a restaurant near a train station on the Isle of Dogs. Live updates here.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:46:13 +0000
Pictures of the scene after crash leaves seven injured on busy road in Bexley
Pictures show the scene of a crash that left seven people injured on a busy road in Bexley.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:21:00 +0000
Charity behind east London and Essex care homes 'no longer financially sustainable'
The charity and operator behind a Chadwell Heath care home has revealed its financial woes.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:17:46 +0000
'15,000 Hackney children to benefit from scrapping two-child limit'
Over 15,000 Hackney children will benefit after the government scrapped the two-child benefit limit.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:18:49 +0000
Major road closed near Upminster after crash with '100 minute delays'
A crash on a major road near Upminster means miles of traffic queues and hour delays. Live updates here.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:07:51 +0000
13,500 Brent children to benefit due to two-child limit being scrapped
More than 13,500 children in Brent will benefit from scrapping the two-child benefit limit. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the policy a “failed social experiment,” while children’s charities say the reform is “game changing” and will li...

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:02:26 +0000
Thousands of Haringey families to benefit from scrapping of two-child limit
The government says 8,830 Haringey children will benefit from scrapping the two-child benefit limit.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:54:16 +0000
Watchdog concludes police 'lawfully killed' man holding gun in Dagenham
It has been concluded that Giedrius Vasiljevas, who was shot dead by police while holding a gun in his hand in Dagenham, was “lawfully killed”.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Bromley and Bexley trains cancelled by works this weekend
Several Southeastern trains in Bromley and Bexley will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this weekend.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Ilford dawn raids lead to nine arrests in drug dealing probe
Nine people were arrested and drugs, phones and cash were seized in dawn raids in Ilford town centre, the Met Police said.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Camden Town pub where Oasis and Adele performed sold to indie music group
Camden Assembly - previously The Barfly - and XOXO in Shoreditch have been bought by Propaganda Independent Venues, which runs the UK's biggest indie music night

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
WATCH: Woman takes £800 of meat from Michelin restaurant in London
A woman has been caught stealing £800 worth of meat from a Michelin restaurant in London.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Major changes to busy bus route connecting north and south London
Major changes are set to be made to a busy bus route connecting south and north London.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:58:02 +0000
'7,300 Harrow kids to be helped' as two-child benefit cap scrapped
The government says 7,300 children in Harrow will benefit after the two-child benefit limit was scrapped.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:43:48 +0000
Locals' bafflement after Wetherspoon closes pub that 'was always busy'
Hackney people have given their views after pub firm JD Wetherspoon closed Baxter's Court watering hole in Mare Street, with many saying the large premises was "always busy".

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:38:00 +0000
The east London people and businesses facing HUGE fines for not paying tax
The latest list of deliberate tax defaulters has been shared, exposing those people and businesses in east London who made deliberate errors on their tax.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:30:00 +0000
Harold Hill pub bids to open later - despite being set for demolition
The Alderman pub in Harold Hill, which is planned to be demolished, has been named in a licensing application that could see it open later.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:15:00 +0000
Six people in hospital after major crash in Bexley
Six people have been taken to hospital after a major crash in Bexley.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:08:33 +0000
'Thousands of Islington children' to benefit from two child welfare cap scrappage
Almost 6,000 children in Islington could be lifted out of poverty after the Chancellor scrapped the two-child benefit limit. Chancellor Rachel Reeves said “every child deserves an equal chance,” while charities have welcomed the move as “transf...

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Upminster to welcome new restaurant next week inspired by 'European brasseries'
Station Road in Upminster is set for another new arrival this year, as Miro prepares to welcome customers from December 1.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:57:24 +0000
First look inside 'transformed' Kentish Town supermarket
The Co-op store in Kentish Town Road has reopened after an eight-week refurbishment, featuring a refreshed layout and more space.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000
The school where you can take Henry VIII to court or hold a high-tech AI debate
The academic year at St Anthony’s School for Boys has begun with a half term focused on academic enrichment, designed to stimulate and inspire our boys to look above and beyond the curriculum.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000
Festive music concert to be performed in Romford
The YMCA Orchestra will perform its annual Christmas charity concert at Romford United Reformed Church on Sunday, December 7, at 4.30pm.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:38:19 +0000
No arrests after boy, 17, stabbed in West Wickham
Police are investigating after a teenage boy was stabbed in West Wickham.

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