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Sat, 22 Nov 2025 09:40:05 +0000Enfield man under 'Al Capone' phone name jailed for selling drugs
Zak Nsubuga was arrested by Essex Police in Vian Avenue, Enfield after trying to sell drugs in Brentwood under the phone line name 'Al Capone'.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000The leafy north London suburb with no pubs - where the height of your hedge matters
Hampstead Garden Suburb was founded by a teetotaller as a model neighbourhood more than 100 years ago and its chocolate box charm is policed by a Trust
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000Dartford speeding drug driver who killed girl, 10, has prison sentence cut
Speeding driver Gavin Prodger killed 10-year-old Lily Lockwood in a crash on Watling Street in Dartford.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000New library scheme allows people to borrow sewing machines and drills
A new Library of Things has opened at Swiss Cottage Library, allowing Camden residents to borrow useful household items like sewing machines and drills for a small fee, supporting sustainability and reducing waste.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000Take a peek inside this 'characterful' four-bedroom home on a historic Essex estate
Willow Cottage, a detached four-bedroom home in the historic Copped Hall estate near Epping, is on the market for £1.15m. The property features period charm, mature gardens, and excellent transport links.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000Homes on pub car park among latest Epping Forest planning applications
Epping Forest District Council has received a new wave of planning applications, including home extensions, loft conversions, new dwellings, and tree works across Loughton, Chigwell, Waltham Abbey, and Stapleford Abbotts.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000New attraction brings you up close to the lost Seven Wonders of the World
Legendary landmarks like the hanging gardens of Babylon and the Colossus of Rhodes are brought back to life in the Seven Wonders of the World show in Shoreditch.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000The East London street named in UK's top 10 for independent shops
Broadway Market in Hackney has been named among the best streets in the UK for independent shopping as part of a campaign to encourage shoppers to support small businesses
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000See inside £1m Gidea Park semi-detached home near Elizabeth line on the market
See insidea four-bedroom semi-detached house in Gidea Park, listed at £1 million.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Southeastern train routes set to be suspended over Christmas and New Year
Network Rail and Southeastern will carry out major engineering works from December 27 to January 4, closing London Victoria and Charing Cross on certain dates. Passengers are advised to plan ahead and check their journeys.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Long-awaited Primark store set to open in Epsom shopping centre
Primark has announced plans for a long-awaited new store in Epsom as part of its ongoing expansion across the UK.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Beckenham Superdrug employee caught stealing cash from the till
A Beckenham Superdrug employee has pleaded guilty to theft by employee.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Surrey riverside pub re-opens following huge refurbishment with new menu
The Swan in Walton-on-Thames has reopened following a full refurbishment, blending heritage with modern elegance.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Magical’ Greenwich with ‘incredible’ park named among UK’s best places to live
Greenwich has been named as one of the UK’s best places to live for 2026.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000The sun soaked, history-rich European escape beckoning your name
Romantic walks, sea views and fascinating history are just some of the treasures to explore in Malta on a trip you won't forget.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Life is living hell until I get justice for dead husband after Newham hit and run'
A widow is searching for answers 12 years after her husband was killed in a tragic crash in Manor Park.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Plans to convert former Catford Police Station into 63 new flats
Plans to convert a former police station in Catford into dozens of new flats have been recommended for approval.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Christmas festival and lights switch-on announced for Wandsworth Quarter
The Wandsworth Town Christmas Festival returns on December 6 with live performances, a festive market, Santa’s Grotto, children’s activities, and a 5pm lights switch-on, celebrating community spirit and local businesses.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +00005 of the prettiest villages less than an hour from London you need to visit
From Hambleden to Finchampstead, discover five of the prettiest villages less than an hour from London to visit.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Fire safety concerns and listed pub to be demolished for more Woolwich homes
Plans to add 75 more homes and increase the amount of affordable housing within a large residential development in Woolwich town centre have been approved.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Where the cool crowd covets' in Wandsworth named as best place to live for 2026
Wandsworth has officially been named one of the UK’s best places to live for 2026.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:39:05 +0000When is Spotify Wrapped 2025 coming out? Find out when you can expect it
Find out when you can expect to receive Spotify Wrapped 2025 and when it stops tracking your listening habits.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:20:11 +0000Call the Midwife finishes filming ‘final scene’ in new update on show's future
BBC show Call the Midwife has shared an exciting update with fans on the show's future.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000What happened to Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and where is she now?
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's imprisonment in Iran is the subject of the BBC's latest factual drama Prisoner 951, but where is she now?
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:18:37 +0000Victim hit on head with glass bottle on Victoria Line train
A victim who was hit on the head with a glass bottle is being asked to contact police.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000'This south coast city offers a magical Christmas day out for the family'
Christmas is edging closer so we decided to embark on a family day out to Southampton to immerse ourselves in the festive spirit and see what it had to offer.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000New pub celebrating culture and community to open in south London
The MOBO Group and Greene King are opening the House of MOBO in Gipsy Hill on November 27 — a new pub celebrating culture, creativity, and community, ahead of MOBO’s 30th anniversary in 2026.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Police investigating after Stratford woman 'injected with drugs' was found dead
A manslaughter investigation is ongoing into the death of Aksana Torkliene at her home in Stratford.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000The hidden gem Japanese restaurant that has revived a corner of north London
Lush cocktails, fresh sushi, and tasty skewers from the robata grill - our night out at Yamatora Japanese restaurant in Finchley Road had everything we needed
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Southeastern trains stopped in Bromley and Lewisham this weekend
Several Bromley and Lewisham trains will be cancelled this weekend due to station closures and engineering work.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Chadwell Heath terrorist could be paid damages for being locked up 22 hours a day
The High Court has ruled that Sahayb Abu's human rights were breached when he was isolated for 22 hours a day in prison.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:41:18 +0000Welling pub reopens with fresh new look after ex landlord filmed men in toilet
A pub in Welling has reopened with a new landlord and a complete refresh inside and out.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:39:12 +0000Police given extra powers to tackle violence and drug use in Lewisham
Police have been given extra powers to tackle antisocial behaviour in Lewisham.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:30:00 +0000Redevelopment of 'eyesore' shopping centre in Lewisham will go ahead
The redevelopment of a derelict “eyesore” shopping centre in Lewisham has been approved despite objections over the 17-storey height of the tallest building.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:13:09 +0000The future of all of Greenwich's adventure play centres revealed
Two of Greenwich’s adventure play centres (APCs) may close entirely to save Greenwich Council money with the authority finally unveiling its youth play transformation plans.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000Potential start time revealed for 1,300 home golf course redevelopment
The proposed redevelopment of Crowlands Heath Golf Course in Dagenham could see construction begin as soon as next year if it gets the green light.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000Which east London borough had the most casualties on its roads in the past 10 years?
Charity Brake reveals which east London borough had the most casualties on its roads across from 2015-2024.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:52:00 +0000We travelled out of London in First Class - and it was incredible
From Avanti’s First Class lounge at Euston to a stunning stay at Liverpool’s Radisson RED, my first trip to the city was filled with luxury, great food, nightlife, and unforgettable festive charm.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:53:51 +0000All the South Western trains from Waterloo cancelled this weekend
South Western Railway trains from London Waterloo will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this weekend.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:47:00 +0000Hundreds gather for Clapham's new M&S store 'full of M&S magic'
Hundreds of shoppers queued for the grand opening of M&S’s new 6,700 sq ft market-style foodhall on Clapham High Street, featuring fresh produce, bakery treats, and festive favourites ahead of Christmas.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:35:00 +0000Help Romeo see dolphins swimming in the ocean
Camden people are coming together to support a seven-year-old local boy, born with a rare and complex heart condition, fulfil his wish to see dolphins swimming in the ocean.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000Have your say on how Brentwood voices can be heard after council is scrapped
Brentwood Borough Council has launched a consultation asking residents and businesses for views on improving local representation ahead of government-led reorganisation, which would see Brentwood merge with Chelmsford and Maldon councils.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:39:00 +0000Two from Bexley held in prison over 'murder plot' after man shot
Bexley locals have been charged as part of an investigation into a shooting in Birmingham.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:43:48 +0000'Two knifepoint robbery attempts in one hour' on Abbey Wood footbridge
Two incidents of attempted robbery at knifepoint in the same place in Abbey Wood were reported within one hour.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:13:00 +0000Major disruptions set for south London trains over Christmas and New Year
Network Rail has announced major engineering works across south London from December 27, 2025, to January 4, 2026, including the closure of South Bermondsey station and replacement buses across multiple Southern and Thameslink routes.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:05:57 +0000Immersive theatrical donut bakery set for two new London stores
Luxury bakery brand Donutelier has opened a flagship store on The Strand and will open another on Oxford Street in December, bringing its signature ‘decoration theatre,’ creative pastries, and immersive customer experience to central London.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:05:29 +0000Two teenagers plead not guilty to carrying out TfL cyber attack
Two teenagers have pleaded not guilty to carrying out a cyber attack on Transport for London (TfL).
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000Hayes dog walker slapped with fine for walking five pups without a permit
A Hayes dog walker has been prosecuted for breaching a Public Spaces Protection Order by walking five dogs without a permit. After failing to pay a £100 FPN, she was fined £271 in total. Bromley Council reminds residents that more than three dogs r...
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:00:50 +0000CCTV issued after London Underground assault leaves man needing eye surgery
Police have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to after an assault left a man in his 40s needing eye surgery.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:26:01 +0000Erith man caught with 35kg of cocaine as part of wider Kent-led drugs network
An Erith man has been jailed for seven years after being caught with 35 kilos of cocaine as part of a wider drugs supply network led by a Kent drug dealer.