This Is Local London

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:24:05 +0000
An attempt to break the world record for the longest tiramisu is happening in London
An attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest tiramisu will take place in London next month.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:29:31 +0000
Two men arrested after ambulances torched in London hate crime
Two men arrested after arson attack on Hatzola ambulances in Golders Green, north London. Police investigate incident targeting Jewish emergency service.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:34:27 +0000
Person in hospital after assault in Romford with 'house taped off by police'
A person is in hospital after an assault in Romford.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:05:55 +0000
Block of flats evacuated after balconies caught fire in Deptford
A block of flats was evacuated after several balconies caught fire in Deptford.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:27:29 +0000
LIVE updates as road closed after fire at flats in Deptford
A road is closed in Deptford after a fire in a block of flats. Live updates here.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Save £10 on Just Go’s flower show overnight packages
Spring has sprung and if you’re looking for some floral inspiration, Just Go Holidays has plenty of choice.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
High street building with 10 shops and 16 flats on sale for more than £5million
A building containing 10 shops and 16 flats in Barkingside High Street been listed for sale for £5million.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Sutton secondary schools where most pupils stay in education after GCSEs
Data from the Department for Education has revealed how many students in Sutton secondary schools stayed in education, employment or training after finishing their GCSEs.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Spring has arrived in London with 13 parks and blossom streets to visit
London has finally tipped from grey into green and gold: the Royal Parks are throwing down carpets of daffodils, Kew’s orchid spectacular is just winding up, and whole streets are frothing with early blossom.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'World's most Instagrammable café' in busy station gets low food hygiene score
The St Pancras station branch EL&N, the "world's most Instagrammable café" and its cookie brand, Crumbs, has been rated 1 for food hygiene

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The coastal commuter town less than an hour from London praised for affordability
A Kent town less than an hour away from London known with its foodie scene and beaches has been ranked as one of the most affordable commuter towns to live near London.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
How would you spend £20m to improve Slade Green?
Daniel Francis MP column: What would you do with £20 million for the community of Slade Green?

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
London is the world’s 4th best city – check out the winners and see if you agree
London has been named the fourth best city in the world. Find out why it made the list and who beat it.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Remembering ‘talented’ footballer killed in south east London flat fire one week on
Today we remember 16-year-old Tommy Ballay-Dean, known as Junior Dean, who died in a flat fire in Southwark one week ago.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The London Wetherspoon pub that is 'too stunning for cheap pints'
Hamilton Hall, a Wetherspoon pub next to Liverpool Street Station, features chandeliers, soaring ceilings and has been dubbed 'too stunning for cheap pints'

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Everything we know about Thamesmead’s huge 15,000-home new town plan
Thamesmead might see a huge transformation with up to 15,000 homes, so here’s everything we know about the development.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the areas in London that are set to get new radar-based speed cameras
TfL has announced a trial of new radar‑based speed cameras, with 10 sites across London set to see them installed over the coming weeks

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Free things to do in London for Easter 2026 - events, parks, walks
Looking for cheap Easter plans? Discover 7 free or budget-friendly things to do in London this Easter 2026, from egg hunts to parks and events.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Tiny restaurant which just won a Michelin accolade unveils new spring menu
Calong in Stoke Newington was handed a coveted Michelin Bib Gourmand last month and has unveiled a brand new spring menu

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Looking back on 80 years of Heathrow Airport - from first flight to global hub
Heathrow marks 80 years since its first flight in 1946. Here are the key moments, milestones and growth of London’s busiest airport.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
A small stone near Marble Arch marks London's historic execution site
The Tyburn Tree stone near Marble Arch marks London’s historic execution site. Discover its location and the grisly history behind the infamous gallows.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:17:30 +0000
Wandsworth man appears in court charged with murder following Lewisham death
A man has appeared in court charged with murder following the death of a man in Lewisham.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:09:40 +0000
Man appears in court charged with murder following Lewisham death
A man has appeared in court charged with murder following the death of a man in Lewisham.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Everything we know as Lewisham former cinema and pub to be turned into soft play
A former Wetherspoons in Lewisham that closed in 2023 is to be turned into a soft play centre after plans were approved - here's all we know.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Easter In London - shops, transport and opening times
Easter 2026 brings a four-day weekend in London. Here’s what’s open, from shops and attractions to transport and restaurants.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Team behind popular restaurant to revive historic Notting Hill pub
A historic Notting Hill pub, The Prince Edward, is set to reopen under the team behind Julie’s, with a fresh food menu and restored interiors.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Bromley’s waste complaint hotspots revealed - from spilled rubbish to stolen bins
New figures reveal that residents across the London Borough of Bromley have raised dozens of complaints about the council’s waste services over the past year.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
The 10 'extraordinary' London bakeries that have been named among the best in the UK
The Good Food Guide has announced the 50 best bakeries in the UK, including 10 London locations. See the full list here.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000
Maida Vale restaurant of 40 years 'posts closure notice'
Mediterranean and pizza restaurant Le Cochonnet which has traded in Maida Vale for 40 years, appears to have posted a closure notice offering "heartfelt thanks" to its customers.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:58:13 +0000
Thousands release balloons in memory of teen killed in south east London flat fire
Thousands gathered to release balloons in tribute at the Southwark home of a 16-year-old boy who died in a flat fire last week.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:50:16 +0000
Shocking video shows moment ambulance explodes in fireball during arson attack
Ambulances used by Hatzola were destroyed in an antisemitic arson attack in Golders Green, north London.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:47:09 +0000
‘Broken’ family’s heartfelt tribute to ‘true gentleman’ Kent officer killed in crash
A family has paid tribute to a police officer described as "one of the finest young men ever to have walked this earth."

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:43:00 +0000
New cafe could open at luxury car showroom in Hornchurch following closure
A new cafe could soon open on the site of Imperials Hornchurch luxury car showroom if plans are approved.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:27:45 +0000
Three injured after crash between van and car in Chadwell Heath
Three people have been left injured after a crash between a van and a car in Chadwell Heath.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:27:31 +0000
Oasis tour photography book to be auctioned in London
The very first copy of the 'Supernova' edition of Oasis Live ’25 Opus, a tour photography book will go up for auction in London later this year.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:21:25 +0000
Sadiq Khan announces almost £1m funding boost for anti-extremism projects
The Mayor of London has allocated £875,000 to grassroots groups through the Shared Endeavour Fund to tackle hate crime, extremism, and misinformation.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:17:07 +0000
London rush hour disruption as multiple Tube lines hit by delays
London Underground delays: Severe disruption on Jubilee, Circle and Metropolitan lines during evening rush hour. Check travel updates before your journey.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:03:25 +0000
Rapist who beat and controlled Surrey woman told her ‘you are mine’
A man who raped, sexually assaulted, and psychologically abused two women, including one in Surrey, has been jailed for nearly 20 years.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
The top 10 secondary schools in Sutton revealed according to School Guide
The highest-rated secondary schools in Sutton have been revealed in new rankings published by School Guide.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Detached Belvedere home could be turned into HMO for TEN
A detached home in Belvedere could be converted into a ten-bedroom HMO, but only if Bexley Council approves it.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Planet Organic reopens with new look after five-week refurbishment
Planet Organic in Essex Road has changed its layout and upgraded its equipment to reduce waste while stocking locally made 'hero' brands.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Hampstead's first gluten free bakery and pizzeria is set to expand
Hampstead's first gluten free bakery and pizzeria is set to double in size with owner Dijon Bascombe offering more bread and pastries and longer hours

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:41:49 +0000
Metropolitan line part suspended- what you need to know
Metropolitan line suspended between Moor Park and Amersham/Chesham due to signal failure at Rickmansworth.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:02:43 +0000
Cannabis-user who stamped mum-of-two to death jailed for life
A cannabis-user who attacked a mum-of-two by stamping on her head after his car overturned near a hospital has been sentenced to life in prison.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:49:59 +0000
You can see the FRIENDS sofa and sit on the Iron Throne in London this week
FRIENDS and Game of Thrones experiences are taking place in London this week to celebrate the launch of HBO Max

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:47:15 +0000
No Tube service to Waterloo as major disruption hits London route
Jubilee line services were suspended between Finchley Road and Waterloo due to a faulty train, causing severe delays. TfL advised using alternative routes.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:39:53 +0000
RECAP as major south east London tunnel CLOSED after 'technical problems'
Rotherhithe Tunnel is closed due to technical problems.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:23:54 +0000
Officer whose bicep was 'cut in half' during knife attack will attend bravery awards
Metropolitan Police officers PC Matthew MacColl and PC Vitus Ogbede hailed for bravery after a knife attack in Enfield, London, April 2024.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:22:03 +0000
Ridley Market Sunday trading gets mixed reactions - 'It is not fair'
Ridley Road Market is now open on Sundays, after Hackney Council decided to extend trading at the market to seven days a week bringing a new weekend buzz to one of Hackney’s best-loved trading streets.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:21:34 +0000
‘I love UK but want to leave London so much after evil ambulance arson attack’
A member of London’s Jewish community says he is desperate to leave the capital after an “evil” antisemitic arson attack on ambulances.

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