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Thu, 18 Sep 2025 08:47:07 +0100
LIVE updates on 'MAJOR rail disruption' after person hit by train in Kent
Trains are cancelled and delayed on lines between London and Kent after a person was hit by a train, with live updates here.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 07:40:53 +0100
LIVE updates from scene of fatal shooting in Clissold Park with cordon in place
A man is dead and a woman in hospital after a shooting in Clissold Park, with live updates here from the crime scene.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:04:35 +0100
Person dies after being hit by train causing major disruption in Kent
A person has died after being hit by a train at Rainham station in Kent.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 08:13:19 +0100
Fatal shooting leaves Clissold Park closed with forensics at crime scene
A police cordon and forensics remain the morning after a fatal shooting in Clissold Park, in Stoke Newington.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Bob the Builder star cast as Dickensian ghost in A Christmas Carol
The Muswell Hill based actor has been cast as Jacob Marley in Mark Gatiss's adaptation of Dickens' ghostly festive tale.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Bike festival returns to Romford with BMX stunts and smoothie making
Romford Bike Fest 2025 in Market Place returned with free bike repairs, skills sessions, BMX stunt shows and other family activities.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Refugee children and mums facing malnutrition on just £9 a week
Hundreds of mothers seeking asylum with their children survive on just £8.86 a week. Now they are getting help with meals and health checks to get over their trauma and isolation.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:31:56 +0100
Northern Lights and festive getaway in this week’s cruise offers
If you want to tick off some of those bucket-list trips or are looking for a festive getaway, this week’s cruise offers from Ambassador Cruise Line will certainly tick those boxes.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland tickets now on sale with new attractions
Tickets are now on sale for Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2025 with the festive attraction promising the most magical experience yet.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Urgent fundraiser launched to light up Beckenham streets this Christmas
An urgent fundraiser has been launched to bring festive lights to the streets of Beckenham this Christmas.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'No alarm' as chemical incident tents set up at St Helier Hospital
A chemical incident exercise will be taking place in Sutton today.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
All the London Underground line and stations closures this weekend listed
Check the London Underground, Overground and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (September 19 - 21) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Discover 5 of the best holidays you need to book now for some winter sun
From Tenerife to Cyprus, discover 5 great cheap winter sun holiday destinations you need to book for 2025 from Jet2holidays.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New £3 passport loyalty scheme to collect tasty rewards at Sidcup café bar chain
Loungers, the café bar chain behind 263 Lounges including Sidcup’s Sarto Lounge, has launched a £3 passport loyalty scheme letting customers collect stickers and unlock free treats, with proceeds going to local charities.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Vulnerable Croydon resident living in unsuitable housing for more than two years
A vulnerable Croydon resident was left living in unsuitable housing for more than two years, during which she was wrongly told she owed £25,000 in rent arrears.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Children can get chocolate treat by following trail at historic house
Lauderdale House in Highgate will host a free family trail, A Walk Back in Time, during the Open House Festival on Sunday, September 21. Children completing the trail can win chocolate treats and join a creative workshop.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:39:19 +0100
Taylor Swift confirmed as guest for Graham Norton Show (can you get tickets?)
Taylor Swift is scheduled to be a guest on The Graham Norton Show on October 3, but can you get tickets for the recording?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:51:01 +0100
Police block busy road near A13 after emergency incident
The emergency services have blocked a major road in Canning Town with police and ambulances on the scene.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:10:23 +0100
Major Harlesden road shut after police incident - recap
Manor Park Road in Harlesden was shut near High Street today (September 17).

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:01:33 +0100
Police and ambulance close MAJOR road outside Ilford station
A major road outside Ilford station was closed by police after an emergency incident. Live updates here as we find out more.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:34:28 +0100
Tube network hit by SEVERE rush hour delays - Recap
Multiple London Underground lines are facing delays, some severe, this morning. Live updates here.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 22:16:04 +0100
Man dies and woman in hospital after double shooting at Stoke Newington park
A man has died and a woman has been taken to hospital after a double shooting at a park in Stoke Newington.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:00:00 +0100
'I am fed up drink through a straw - I want to be able to lift a cup of tea again'
A £10,000 donation to the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore is being used to help orthopaedic patients with spinal injury get back their independence.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:00:00 +0100
Want to keep up with the latest pub and restaurant news and reviews? Here's how
From Shoreditch's hottest new bars and nightspots to Hampstead and Highgate's cosiest pubs and tastiest restaurants - our latest newsletter Going Out will help you keep up with food and drink news.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:41:00 +0100
New padel facility in Romford shopping centre set for 2026 opening
S3 Padel is set to open a 43,600 sq ft six-court facility at The Liberty Romford in spring 2026.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:19:00 +0100
Former Romford nightclub planned for transformation into 290 flats
Romford residents have been asked for their feedback on plans that could see the former Atik nightclub replaced with hundreds of new studio flats.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Post Malone to rock Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - Everything you need to know
Post Malone is bringing his 'Big Ass World Tour' to London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Check the support act, seating plan, timings and more.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Have your say on major new home and community Dartford development plans
Dartford Borough Council has announced a £35 million redevelopment plan, which is aiming the local economy, deliver new homes, and create new community spaces by 2028.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Families describe moment their children were diagnosed with life-changing illnesses
North London parents have been telling their stories ‘From That Moment’ when their children were diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses in a documentary film to launch Noah’s Ark Children's Hospice's 2025 fundraising campaign.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:47:29 +0100
New hotel opens at Allianz Stadium with dining, suites and more
Radisson RED London Twickenham has opened at Allianz Stadium, marking the brand’s first hotel at a sports venue, with 150 rooms, dining, suites, and fitness club access.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:07:40 +0100
Disused car park site could become padel courts
The UK’s first female-founded padel club could soon arrive in Islington, after a £2 million application was submitted to transform a former car park by House of Racquet UK Ltd.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:33:00 +0100
Gunshot injury made infections that caused man's death 'more likely'
East Ham man Derrick Plummer died after infections "made more likely" as a result of an old gunshot wound, a court heard.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:23:49 +0100
Arrest made after reports of 'man on school grounds' in Loughton
A man has been arrested after reports of a man on the grounds of Davenant School in Loughton.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:49:25 +0100
Boy charged with two counts of rape after 'serious sexual assault' in Hendon park
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with two counts of rape after an incident at a park in Hendon.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:25:33 +0100
Speeding biker knocked down and killed man, 86, on crossing in Keston
Daniel Redpath was driving at speeds of up to 64mph on a street with a 40mph speed limit when he hit Kunwar Singh

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:13:00 +0100
Gidea Park mum, 55, found dead with prescription painkillers in her system
A woman from Gidea Park died after being found with painkillers and a toxic alcohol in her system, an inquest has heard.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:30:56 +0100
Haringey councillors arrested in Palestine Action protests
Two Haringey councillors have confirmed they were among those arrested as part of recent Palestine Action protests in Westminster.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:49:54 +0100
Woman dies after incident on busy road near Canning Town station
A woman has died after falling unwell on a busy road near Canning Town station.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:10:00 +0100
Rainham care manager nominated for leadership award
Rainham care manager Dave Onwuka, service manager at Hansa Lodge, has been shortlisted for the frontline leaders zward at the 2025 Great British Care Awards for the East of England.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:06:25 +0100
Man dies in hospital after entering River Thames near Barking Riverside
A man in his 30s has died after entering the River Thames near Thamesmead and Barking Riverside.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:05:13 +0100
Man dies in hospital after entering River Thames near Thamesmead
A man in his 30s has died after entering the River Thames near Thamesmead and Barking Riverside.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0100
Girl 'reported rape by Cheam shop owner so it wouldn't happen to anyone else'
A girl who was allegedly raped by former vape shop owner Iqbal Singh gave evidence at his trial.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:27:33 +0100
The five North London pizzerias taking part in a live cook-off for a national award
ACE Pizza, Zia Lucia, Bing Bong, Short Road Pizza Co and Yard Sale Pizza will take part in a live cook-off in November to decide the UK's best pizza

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:52:48 +0100
Man ‘brutally’ stabbed his landlord on doorstep in unprovoked Croydon attack
A man has been found guilty of attempting to kill his landlord in a Croydon stabbing.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:46:42 +0100
Man fighting for life after falling from third-floor of south east London building
A man in his 20s is fighting for his life after falling from the third floor of a building in south east London.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:24:16 +0100
Former Islington Labour councillor charged over Westminster honeytrap case
A former Islington Labour councillor has been charged with blackmail amid the Westminster honeytrap case.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:50:39 +0100
The mighty fine theatre night out in Bromley that brings all the nostalgia
I saw Calamity Jane at Bromley’s Churchill Theatre and it packed a punch when it came to belting songs and nostalgia.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:27:41 +0100
Girl rushed to hospital after crash near busy junction in Blackfen
A girl has been rushed to hospital after a crash on a busy road in Blackfen.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:55:22 +0100
Croydon Mayoral candidate comes under fire for second data issue in a week
Croydon’s Labour mayoral candidate, Rowenna Davis, is under scrutiny after two separate incidents in one week in which private data of residents was inadvertently exposed.

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:50:15 +0100
Man arrested after ‘fight’ on platform at Lewisham station
A man has been arrested after reports of a fight at Lewisham DLR station.

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