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Wed, 10 Feb 2021 09:07:55 +0000
Met Police: Croydon man jailed for knife and heroin offences
A 22-year-old man from Croydon has been jailed for a number of offences after being caught with a 30cm knife and a box of heroin.

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 08:40:42 +0000
Teen charged with 2017 murder of Kyall Parnell in Lambeth
A teenager has been charged with the murder of a 17-year-old in Lambeth on New Year's Day in 2017.

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 08:12:08 +0000
'Lessons must be learned' after Surbiton train death
Ministers and union bosses say "lessons must be learned" after a man was hit by a train and died while working on a railway track in south-west London.

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
How Worcester Park businesses are helping people in lockdown
Lockdown hasn't stopped these companies from helping others in need...

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 09:45:00 +0000
When will lockdown end in England? Matt Hancock gives latest
All of the UK is under a lockdown to try to bring down the rate of coronavirus and protect the NHS.

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 08:24:41 +0000
Croydon nurse who inspired NHS family dies with Covid-19
A south London nurse who died with Covid-19 managed to inspire almost her entire family to work for the NHS, her son has said.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 20:14:08 +0000
Surge testing in Lambeth after South African variant found
Extra coronavirus testing will be carried out in areas of south London after a case of the South African variant was discovered.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:41:11 +0000
Popular New Addington boxing coach dies of coronavirus
Mourners are expected to line the streets of New Addington to bid farewell to a pillar of their community.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:30:00 +0000
Racist hate crimes in London rose sharply following lockdown
The number of racist hate crimes reported to police across London rose dramatically following the first lockdown, a Freedom of Information request has found.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:13:39 +0000
Prolific Bexley gang jailed for London & Kent burglaries
A gang of burglars from Bexley and Dartford have been jailed after a spate of breaking into homes and stealing the vehicles from their driveways.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 10:59:00 +0000
Watch: Police execute drugs raid in Greenwich Peninsula
Officers have swarmed a flat on the Greenwich Peninsula and arrested a man after executing a drugs warrant.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 09:46:46 +0000
Snowy weather causing major disruption to SE London trains
Snow has caused havoc on the roads and railway lines of south London, and further snowy showers are expected today and tomorrow with a Met Office yellow weather warning for snow still in place.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 09:15:00 +0000
When will lockdown end? Dates for schools, shops and pubs
England has been in its third full lockdown for a month - but when will it end and what are the key dates?

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:20:00 +0000
Roehampton shop shut by police after drugs and weapons found
A Roehampton corner shop has been closed by the police after more than £35,000 of drugs, weapons and stolen items were seized last year.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:48:22 +0000
South London brothers raffle off two-bed property for £2
THREE brothers are raffling off a two-bedroom property, with a private balcony for just £2 per ticket.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:44:28 +0000
The Wallington woman who 'refused to quit'
A woman speaks on how she found her strength after her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and Vascular dementia.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 08:25:05 +0000
Met Office: South London snow & ice warnings still in place
Snow and ice warnings remain in place for most of England and Scotland as the effects of Storm Darcy continue to cause traffic delays, hazards and rare white scenes across south London.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Riverside Radio discovers people #BehindtheBadge
Police offers in south west London get candid in a new radio series called Behind the Badge.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Gallery No.32: Bexley park displays artist sculptures
An outdoor sculpture park is displaying bold, engaging and DIY artwork, available for the wandering public to view for free in a open field in Bexleyheath.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:41:18 +0000
Tributes to Croydon refugee centre worker lost to Covid
Tributes have been paid to a selfless charity worker who could say hello in more than 40 languages and would collect donations for refugees on his days off.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:15:35 +0000
Man charged after deer injures child in Bushy Park
A man has been charged under Royal Parks regulations after his dog chased a deer that later injured a child in Bushy Park last month.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 14:33:33 +0000
Sidcup Covid testing site hit by snow, but other sites open
The coronavirus testing site at Sidcup House has been forced to close today because of the snowy weather conditions, but the remaining sites are battling on despite and freezing temperatures.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 11:47:17 +0000
Covid-19 'not from a lab' as WHO calls for research into frozen foods
A team of researchers recommended future studies including a direct spillover from animals to humans and research into frozen foods.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 11:33:11 +0000
Five guns found in Croydon man's kitchen and bedroom
A man has been taken into custody after police found five guns in the kitchen and bedroom of a house in Croydon yesterday (Monday, February 8).

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
From cabin crew to Croydon nurse during coronavirus
Losing a cabin crew job after just two flights, an Oxford engineering student joined the fight against coronavirus at Croydon University Hospital last March.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:29:14 +0000
Storm Darcy: snow clearance crews salt roads in Merton
Snow clearance crews have been busy in Merton as Storm Darcy continues to bring snow across the capital.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 11:27:19 +0000
Wimbledon chiefs focused on reduced-capacity tournament
Wimbledon Championships is likely to look "very different" this year, with organisers focusing their planning on a reduced capacity tournament.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:29:50 +0000
Update: Richmond boy appeals to locals for laptop delivery scheme
A schoolboy campaigning to provide children with laptops is asking the community to lend a hand.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:48:09 +0000
Plans for a plaque in place for Summerstown star Marc Bolan
A local historian is campaigning to erect a plaque in Summerstown in memory of T. Rex star Marc Bolan.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
'Feb 100 Kids' - Finton House pupils walk for charity
Caring classmates from a Wandsworth school are taking on a group challenge to show their support for two children’s charities.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Harrow councillor calls for more funding and powers for jobs
A senior Harrow councillor has called on the Government to give local authorities more powers to tackle employment issues in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 17:11:52 +0000
Leading Ealing figures join campaign to inspire take-up of jabs
EALING community figures, faith leaders and celebrities, including ex-Blue Peter presenter Konnie Huq, have joined forces to encourage people to take the COVID-19 vaccines.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Broadwater Farm compulsory purchase order confirmation is sought
The demolition of two structurally unsafe tower blocks and the building of new housing on the Broadwater Farm Estate in Tottenham is set to move a step closer.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Nominate your inspirational women ahead of International Women's Day
TodayY we're launching our search for the strong, inspirational women across the Guardian's area.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Barnet leader accused of U-turn over solar farms in parks
The leader of Barnet Council faced accusations of a U-turn after denying there were plans to build solar farms in parks and open spaces.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:23:54 +0000
Uber offering cheaper travel to London and Harlow vaccination centres
Uber is offering a huge discount for people who need to head to local Covid-19 vaccination centres.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:06:49 +0000
Harrow police raids lead to human trafficking arrests
Five men and one woman have been arrested for slavery and trafficking offences following police raids in Harlow and London.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Haringey launches low-traffic neighbourhood consultation
Three schemes designed to cut pollution and rat-running could be rolled out in Haringey – with one bordering a similar scheme in Enfield.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:27:07 +0000
Brent Council to award Covid-19 bonuses to staff in budget
A former Brent councillor criticised asking taxpayers to pay for a £500 staff bonus for work during the Covid-19 pandemic in the council’s most recent budget.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:01:15 +0000
Latest Covid-19 infection rates for Enfield and Haringey
Coronavirus infection rates in Enfield and Haringey are now close to the UK average following further steep falls.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 09:54:07 +0000
Facebook 'should help more' with inquest of Molly Russell's death
There are fears social media users may be “at risk” because of delays to an inquest of a teenager who killed herself after seeing graphic content on Instagram.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 09:49:17 +0000
Snow showers continue across London on Tuesday
Second day of weather warnings for London as more snow forecast

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 07:55:43 +0000
Five arrested after Hindes Road, Harrow, stabbing
Five people were arrested following a stabbing which has left a man in critical condition.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 07:47:20 +0000
Met Police appeals: series of Barnet and Edgware assaults
A 14-year-old girl was attacked from behind in a series of three unprovoked attacks in under 48 hours.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Brent Council to tweak housing related support service offer
Smaller accommodation will be used to support vulnerable people in Brent as the council looks to move away from large-scale hostels.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
How to appeal a parking ticket you don't think you deserve
With tickets costing an average of £37, it's a bill most motorists could do without.

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Police could be exempt from '£800 a year' boundary charge
Key workers including police officers may be exempt from paying the proposed £3.50 Greater London boundary charge, according to the Mayor’s office.

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 14:04:01 +0000
Sutton Council thanks schools for vital work in Covid-19
Schools and early years settings have continued to deliver care and education throughout Covid-19, with staff in Sutton working hard to implement changes to keep children safe.

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:22:03 +0000
TfL accused of 'environmental vandalism' in Pinner
Transport for London has been accused of “environmental vandalism” on embankments on the Metropolitan line in Pinner.

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 17:31:57 +0000
Wimbledon woman finds happiness after cancer diagnosis
A Wimbledon woman speaks of how cancer turned out to be the best thing that "ever happened" to her.



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