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Sun, 09 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Abbots Langley Pre-School 'requires improvement' says Ofsted
After Ofsted took enforcement action against an “inadequate” pre-school, inspectors said the school still “requires improvement”.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 08:00:53 +0100
Sadiq Khan remains committed to ULEZ expansion despite major backlash
With claims from whistle-blowers that negative responses were being largely excluded from the results.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Severe disruption set for Croydon trams as drivers strike
There will be “severe disruption” on Croydon’s tram network as drivers walk out, Transport for London has warned.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
BBC Three Wreck: full cast list and how to watch
New BBC Three comedy come thriller Wreck follows the story of Jamie Walsh as he boards a cruise ship The Sacramentum in search of his missing sister.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The Wrong ‘Un Bexleyheath Wetherspoons pub punters react to closure
Punters of The Wrong ‘Un Wetherspoons pub in Bexleyheath are already mourning the loss of their “memory-filled” local, dubbed by some as the “best in south London”.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
See Lewisham's longest listed property for sale on Zoopla now
Lewisham's longest-listed home first came onto the market in May 2021

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Vagabond winery in Battersea bottomless roast menu: Review
I’ve taken part in many bottomless brunches in my life, and have devoured many roast dinners too, but never have I ever experienced a bottomless roast until Sunday..

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Rise in numbers of south east London men prescribed Viagra
South east London has seen a rise in the number of erectile dysfunction drugs being prescribed to men, figures show.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Opening date confirmed for indoor sky diving next to O2 Arena Greenwich
Thrillseeking Londoners can rejoice this week, as the new indoor skydiving tower beside the O2 Arena has been given a confirmed opening date.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Petition to save Foxley Hatch Purley Wetherspoons pub
Purley locals are hoping a petition could save a popular Wetherspoons pub for the second time.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 09:49:37 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday October 9?
Whether it’s Aldi's Specialbuys or Lidl's Middle of Lidl, the latest offers are always worth checking out

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 09:48:21 +0100
American recipe of a Full English Breakfast sees Brits horrified
A Full English Breakfast is a stable to many Brits, and when the sacred recipe is interpreted differently, it doesn't always go down well.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 09:45:43 +0100
McDonald's 'McBroken' map reveals where ice cream machines are broken in the UK
Thanks to an online map, appropriately named McBroken, McDonald's fans can check in advance whether ice cream machines are broken.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 15:06:15 +0100
Firefighters tackle flat fire in Thornton Heath: RECAP
Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters have been called to a flat fire on London Road in Thornton Heath. A large part of a second floor flat in a six storey block is currently alight. Send information and pictures to poppy.huggett@newsquest.co...

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 11:26:41 +0100
A2 Dartford Bypass in 'gridlock' after multi-car crash: RECAP
The A2 in Kent is currently closed in both directions between A223 Bexley and A282 M25 Closure due to a serious multi-vehicle collision. Emergency Services are at the scene. Send information and pictures to poppy.huggett@newsquest.co.uk

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 09:57:51 +0100
UK drivers warned over car scam costing motorists thousands
There are plenty of car-buying scams out there but one specific scam is tricking plenty of drivers.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 09:59:35 +0100
Asda, Tesco, Aldi and more - Simple ways to save money on your weekly food shop
As people look for ways to cut down costs, here are ways you can cut your weekly food shop costs.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 17:43:26 +0100
Dartford Lowfield Road derelict pub fire treated as suspicious
Five fire engines were called to put out a fire at a derelict pub in Dartford this morning.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 17:30:00 +0100
Oakthorpe Primary School students plant rain gardens
Kids can enjoy a greener and more natural playtime at an Enfield school thanks to new rain gardens.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 17:19:03 +0100
A2 Dartford remains closed for crash investigations
The A2 will remain closed in both directions into the evening of October 8 as police continue to investigate an incident that occurred this morning.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 16:29:05 +0100
A2 Dartford Heath crash: man and woman in their 20s found dead
Two passengers of a BMW have died after a crash on the A2 near Dartford Heath.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 10:14:05 +0100
Youth convicted of manslaughter after knife attack in Woolwich
A youth has been found guilty of the “revenge” killing of a 15-year-old boy who was attacked in the street with a knife, an umbrella and a rounders bat.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 09:57:35 +0100
London Zoo had five animal escape attempts in the last four years
London Zoo has today revealed that birds made breaks for freedom five times over the past four years.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Dark Sugars in Greenwich named ‘chocoholics dream’ by viral Instagrammer
If you’re a chocoholic, head to Greenwich’s Dark Sugars and take in all their yummy chocolate treats.  

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Best Indian takeaways in Bromley according to Tripadvisor reviews
If you're looking for an excuse to put away your pots and pans, it's National Curry Week and this is your sign to celebrate.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Battersea Power Station to open huge ice rink around 30ft Christmas tree
An incredible ice rink next to the River Thames will be opening in London this Christmas as part of the iconic Battersea Power Station revamp.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Crawley Tulleys Farm: First Shocktober Fest experience
You hear about people having a fight or flight response when it comes to fear, but my response is quite different – and I learnt that in a scare maze.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Croydon Council needs to fine more drivers to make up £10m shortfall
Croydon Council needs to make more money from parking and traffic fines to make up a shortfall in the department’s budget.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Pubs nearby as Wrong Un Bexleyheath set to close
Are you getting ready to say goodbye to Bexleyheath’s popular Wetherspoons pub?

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Ex-Croydon Council leader hits back at leaked financial report
After nearly two years of silence, Croydon Council’s former leader and finance chief have hit back at a leaked report calling it a “politically motivated witch-hunt”.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 09:59:01 +0100
TikTok plumber reveals how keeping your heating on could SAVE you money
Energy bills are one of many ways Brits will see their finances stretched further this winter amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 09:58:29 +0100
Facebook warning to users after message costs user more than £400,000
The scam sees people lose out on money thinking they are talking to celebrities including Marvel star Mark Ruffalo.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 07:12:54 +0100
Rail Strikes: Which train services will not be running during the strikes?
Passengers have been urged to “only travel by train if absolutely necessary on Saturday”.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 17:37:25 +0100
M11 closed between Junction 4 and 6 due to 'serious' traffic accident
Several diversions are in place due to the Northbound way on the M11 being closed between Junction 4 and 6

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 10:46:25 +0100
Greggs raises price of sausage roll as cost of living soars
Greggs has confirmed this rise, citing rising inflation as a key factor.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 15:09:38 +0100
Euston station: Man rushed to hospital after injuring himself on train
Two platforms were shut at Euston station after the incident

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:52:00 +0100
Boy who murdered Jamie Markham in Chingford jailed for life
The youth, who could not be named for legal reasons, fatally stabbed Jamie Markham in August 2021.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 18:38:00 +0100
Harper Lane businesses slam 'horrendous' new bridge closure
Businesses near a railway bridge say it is a “nightmare” that it has had to close again.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 15:37:22 +0100
Haringey Council housebuilding at risk after mini budget
Plans to build thousands of council homes in Haringey face delays as inflation and higher borrowing costs hammer the construction sector.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:08:19 +0100
Fury at Barnet Council over Finchley Memorial Hospital homes
Campaigners hoping to win a court battle to stop flats being built on green space have accused Barnet Council of putting the case “in the hands of the developer”.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:55:00 +0100
McDonald's Eltham: Fight breaks out at restaurant
Police have confirmed that a fight that broke out at a restaurant in Eltham was at a McDonald's.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:08:16 +0100
Croydon Council financial collapse report leaked online
A long-awaited report surrounding the financial collapse of Croydon Council in 2020 has been leaked online.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Postcode lottery lorry seen on Beckenham Christmas filming set
A huge, red postcode lottery lorry has been spotted on a snowy, Christmas-like film set in Beckenham.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 15:38:09 +0100
Lowfield Street Dartford fire: Police launch investigation
Police have launched an investigation into a fire at an unoccupied building in Dartford during the early hours of the morning.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 15:15:33 +0100
Sadiq Khan says ULEZ consultation ‘not a referendum’
Sadiq Khan has hit back at claims Londoners have rejected plans to expand the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) and stressed the public consultation was “not a referendum”.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:38:41 +0100
Rail strikes: travel advice for Spurs fans going to Brighton
A FOOTBALL club has issued travel advice to fans ahead of today’s match - which clashes with rail strikes.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:08:57 +0100
Man arrested after upskirting incident on Bromley South train
Police have made an arrest after a man filmed up a woman’s skirt while on board a train to Bromley South.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 13:10:00 +0100
Tottenham house fire 'caused by unattended candle'
A bedroom fire believed to have been started by an unattended candle destroyed much of a house's first floor.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 12:50:00 +0100
Chigwell Road recycling centre shut due to fire
A recycling centre is currently closed after around 60 firefighters were called to a blaze

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 12:30:00 +0100
New weight restriction for A41 Brent Cross flyover above A406
A weight restriction is being introduced on a major flyover due to concerns about its strength.



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