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Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Surbiton pizza lover bungee jumps 140ft into garlic dip
A pizza lover from Surbiton has completed what he believes to be the world’s first ever pizza dip bungee jump - yes, you read that right.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
The best cycle routes in north and east London this Easter
Easter is here and what better time to get your bike out and explore London?

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
London walk along the River Thames named among best in UK
A walk along the River Thames in London has been named among the best in the UK, find out how to do the trek.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
What is the route of the new Silvertown Tunnel in London?
TfL's Silvertown Tunnel will connect two major London boroughs, find out the new tunnels route.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Engineering works at Southeastern train stations this Easter
Engineering work is set to take place across six south London stations this Easter weekend, with buses to replace trains whilst works are carried out.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Croydon 'inhumane' asylum seeker hotel to build new rooms
A Croydon hotel housing hundreds of asylum seekers has been granted permission to build six new rooms despite claims of prison-like conditions and alleged abuse among residents.

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
I tried the Showcase Cinemas VIP Gallery experience
At the Showcase Cinemas branch in Bluewater, I tried out their VIP Gallery experience to see if it was worth the money

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:23:45 +0000
Dave Myers: 'Phenomenal' response to plans for Hairy Biker
Thousands of motorbike riders are set to travel from London to Barrow in memory of the Hairy Biker and TV chef.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:31:57 +0000
Sutton's Manor Park to host Easter fun day
A park in Sutton is hosting a fun-filled day of games, competitions, and activities for families this Easter weekend – and it is free to attend.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Easter afternoon tea at The Landmark London hotel: Review
I went for one of the most decadent afternoon tea experiences I’ve ever had, where you can even request the pianist to play your favourite song.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:48:12 +0000
London issued tornado warning as strong winds hit region
The Tornado & Storm Research Organisation has issued a warning for possible tornados across London today, Thursday March 28.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:13:40 +0000
South London Met officer sent indecent photos to ‘child’
A south London Metropolitan Police officer has been guilty of multiple sexual offences involving children.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 14:22:45 +0000
Instagram prison smuggling gang locked out of their accounts
A smuggling gang who flooded prisons with drugs and hidden internet devices have had their Instagram accounts shut down amid an MOJ investigation.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 11:45:09 +0000
Richmond Park free minibus service set to launch
A free minibus service will return to Richmond Park from Friday.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:56:39 +0000
Wardley vs Clarke at the O2 Arena: Start time, line up
Wardley vs Clarke will see the two heavyweight rivals fight for the British and Commonwealth Titles at the O2 Arena.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:50:00 +0000
Everyone is welcome at Race For Life Crystal Palace
PEOPLE are being invited to step into spring by signing up to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life in Crystal Palace.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:43:11 +0000
Kennington Station: Victims taken to hospital after stabbing
Two victims have been taken to hospital following a “senseless” stabbing in south London just hours after another knife attack on a train in Beckenham.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
London Aldi, Asda, Tesco & more stores Easter opening hours
Sainsbury’s, Asda, Lidl, Tesco, Aldi and Morrisons will all be closing stores over the Easter weekend in London.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Purley Way Croydon: Fly tippers caught dumping waste
Fly tippers have been caught continuing to leave waste at an infamous Croydon site known as a dumping ground locally - the Purley Way site.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
London Tube closures Easter March 29- 31: See the full list
Check the London Underground, Overground and Elizabeth Line services for the upcoming Easter weekend and don't be caught out by any changes.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
London weather: Met Office hints of warm Easter bank holiday
Check the Easter bank holiday weather forecast for London according to the Met Office.

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:35:14 +0000
Martin Lewis car insurance warning as prices rise by £279
The Money Saving Expert's comments came as new research from Compare the Market found that typical premiums have increased by £279

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:56:44 +0000
TSB Bank customers report issues with app and internet banking
TSB Bank customers have reported issues with the app and internet banking this morning (Thursday, March 28).

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:34:17 +0000
The Roebuck reopened following Greene King refurbishment
One of Richmond's oldest pubs, The Roebuck, has reopened following a major refurbishment.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0000
Rainham cold case solved after terror threats sent to schools
A court has been told the extraordinary story of how a man was caught for a horrific knifepoint sex attack in Rainham after he sent terror threats to schools and shopping centres 25 years later.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:12:19 +0000
Hounslow Parkside Road: Fourth man charged with murder
A fourth man has been charged with the murder of a man in Hounslow.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:21:31 +0000
London nurse struck off after running police officer over
A London nurse who was jailed for a hit and run on a police officer has been banned from the profession.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:00:00 +0000
Blood Donor appointments Easter / Bank Holidays NHS appeal
Blood donors are being urged to fill appointments over Easter and into April and May to help meet a shortage of supplies in London.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 12:52:07 +0000
TfL remove Ed Gamble's tour poster for 'promoting obesity'
A comedian had to remove a picture of a hot dog from his posters after it breached TfL’s advertising policy.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:55:47 +0000
Wandsworth Road/Portslade Road stabbing
Two men in their 40s were stabbed during an attack in Wandsworth.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:57:26 +0000
Mitcham Road Tooting closed due to burst water main 
A busy road in Tooting has been closed following a burst water main, with multiple bus routes currently on diversion.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:46:17 +0000
Flood alerts in south London after heavy rain
The Environment Agency has issued flood alerts for large parts of south London, with warnings that low lying land and properties with basements may be affected.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:16:09 +0000
Met Police officer charged with Croydon child sexual assault
A Metropolitan Police officer based in Bromley, Croydon and Sutton has been accused of sexual offences against a child- said to have taken place in Croydon.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Sutton GP surgery 'will struggle with population boom'
Doctors at Sutton’s Robin Hood Lane Health Centre have expressed concern that their vital services will become overstretched due to Sutton’s rapid population increase.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Passion of Jesus in Trafalgar Square: Is it free and what is it?
The Passion of Jesus in Trafalgar Square returns for Easter in 2024, find out what is it, the timings, if you need a ticket and what to expect.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Easter weekend TfL closures on London Overground and DLR
Londoners have been warned to check before they travel this Easter weekend with planned closures across the TfL services.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:49:29 +0000
Kate Garraway: Derek Draper care costs more than ITV salary
Kate Garraway: Derek’s Story is available to watch on ITV1, ITVX and STV.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:08:54 +0000
Yorkshire Building Society launches £5000 deposit mortgage
Yorkshire Building Society has launched a new £5,000 deposit mortgage to help first-time buyers get on the property ladder.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:51:55 +0000
Barclays issues apology after payment system and app down
Barclays has issued an apology to customers on X after issues with payment systems and the banking app last night (March 26) which are now resolved.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:06:27 +0000
BBC confirms new The Weakest Link series with Romesh Ranganathan
The BBC has confirmed a new series of The Weakest Link with host Romesh Ranganathan which is set to air on BBC One and iPlayer later in 2024.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Are trains running on Easter? Bank Holiday travel advice
Are trains running over the Easter Bank Holiday? National Rail issues travel advice.

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Best time to use washing machine, dishwasher and more
These are the best times and days to do your chores from using your washing machine to cooking your dinner.

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:00:33 +0000
The Quadrant Richmond armed police incident: Arrest made
A man has been arrested after armed police responded to an incident in Richmond.

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:27:44 +0000
Clapham chemical attack: Abdul Ezedi granted asylum after 'converting'
Abdul Ezedi was granted asylum by a judge who accepted he was a Christian convert despite concerns the sex offender was a liar, court records show.

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 16:21:09 +0000
Wandsworth Road Portslade Road stabbing: Three in hospital
Three people have been hospitalised following a stabbing in Wandsworth.

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:57:19 +0000
Sutton and Croydon councillors resign within 24 hours
Two South London councillors have resigned within the space of 24 hours triggering by-elections in Croydon and Sutton.

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:47:58 +0000
How you can get free tickets to Girls Aloud at the O2 Arena
London's O2 Arena is giving away a pair of free tickets to see Girls Aloud, find out how you can claim yours.

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:58:34 +0000
Full list of London Papa John's to shut down in 2024
Pizza chain Papa John's is set to be closing down 43 restaurants in the UK, with 16 in London, full list.

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000
Future Croydon Project 'will make council more approachable'
Croydon Council has set out its plan to radically change in the Future Croydon Project, making the council more approachable for residents.

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 14:31:27 +0000
McDonald's cuts price of Happy Meals to £1.99 for Easter
McDonald’s will cut the price of its Happy Meals ahead of Easter and customers can take advantage of the offer via the McDonald's app.

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