This Is Local London

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:51:25 +0100
New London restaurant offers fresh take on traditional Indian dishes
Bulbul has opened in Blackfriars, bringing authentic regional Indian cuisine to London from acclaimed chef Rohan Dsouza and restaurateur Twinkle Keswani.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
FREE health and wellbeing hubs coming to Bexley libraries after Sidcup pilot success
Free exercise, arts and wellbeing sessions are coming to libraries across Bexley as part of a new programme designed to help residents stay healthy, connected and independent.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Greenwich celebrates after HUNDREDS of social homes created in £39bn plan
Greenwich has been placed at the centre of the Government's plans to boost council housebuilding after senior ministers visited an award-winning development in Kidbrooke.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:56:53 +0100
Assault near Tube station leaves two in hospital as emergency crews flood street
Two hospitalised after assault near Ladbroke Grove Underground Station, W10. London Ambulance Service and police attended major incident, 27 August.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:05:25 +0100
Londoners among Britons missing and feared dead after devastating Nepal flash floods
More than 30 British nationals are among hundreds of people missing and feared dead after flash floods in Nepal.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:02:54 +0100
Fashion designer's £137,000 watch was cut from wrist by Moroccan 'media personality'
An alleged robber accused of taking a diamond-encrusted watch from a fashion designer in central London is a “bit of a media personality” in Morocco, a court heard.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0100
What is Notting Hill Carnival and why do millions celebrate the festival?
Notting Hill Carnival is a massive event for London, find out what the festival is and why it's celebrated.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:37:35 +0100
Police and fire crews descend on London street after incident outside Sainsbury's
Emergency services respond to a serious incident outside Sainsbury’s Local in Ladbroke Grove, with police, fire engines and cordons in place. Latest updates.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:23:17 +0100
Two taken to hospital after early-hours fire completely destroys room in London home
Two hospitalised after Peckham maisonette fire on Cator Street. London Fire Brigade urges smoke alarm checks. Cause of early morning blaze unknown.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
BOGOF: Discover You Garden's world-first fragrant pansy collection
A trailing pansy that’s fragrant and flowers for ten months of the year? Yes, really, and it’s Pansy ‘Top Wave’ which is available from You Garden.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The bakery Londoners have been waiting for is now open in Covent Garden
Sourdough Sophia is opening a new bakery in Covent Garden and giving away 200 goody bags worth £30 to celebrate.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Some of the best London restaurants where kids can eat free this Bank Holiday
Discover nine London restaurants where kids can eat free this August Bank Holiday, including Frankie & Benny's, Zizzi, YO! Sushi and Bill's.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
V&A East launches late-night Thursday music series
V&A East Museum is hosting late-night Thursdays until the end of September, with DJs, exhibitions, pop-up bars and city views from its terrace.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Boxer takes on 1,800-mile challenge in memory of Ricky Hatton
Darren Barker has begun an 1,800-mile cycling and swimming challenge in memory of boxer Ricky Hatton, raising money for suicide prevention charity CALM.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Two community figures honoured for their public service
Harrow deputy leader Marilyn Ashton and Harrow East MP Bob Blackman have been honoured for their public service at a major spiritual gathering.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Street photography festival returns this weekend
The London Street Photography Festival returns to East London from August 28-30 with free exhibitions, talks, lectures and photography competitions.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This London attraction makes you feel like you've stepped into a Pixar film
Mundo Pixar in Wembley lets visitors step inside Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., Cars and more, with the immersive experience now extended until November.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Is there a bag policy for Notting Hill Carnival? Everything you need to know
Notting Hill Carnival 2026 will be taking place soon. Find out if you need a certain bag to enjoy the celebrations.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Heritage Day celebrates borough's history and diversity
Families and history enthusiasts gathered for Merton Heritage Day, a free event celebrating the borough's rich history, heritage and diverse communities.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London Bank Holiday weather forecast as rain and thunderstorms return
The Met Office is forecasting showers, thunderstorms and sunny spells across the capital this August Bank Holiday weekend.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
An empty council office has been transformed into a new London gym
A council office left largely empty for six years has been transformed into Hackney's newest gym.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Tube passengers set for protest over 'repeated disruption' on District Line
Frustrated District line passengers are preparing to protest over repeated disruption on the Wimbledon branch.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Notting Hill Carnival weather forecast as rain threatens anniversary weekend
Here's the latest forecast for Notting Hill Carnival, including the chances of rain on Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Millions of travellers are being warned about one common packing error
London holidaymakers heading abroad for one last summer getaway are being warned that a simple packing mistake could cause problems at the airport.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:40:37 +0100
Canary Wharf to get new pub celebrating dockland heritage
The Tallyman, located on Chancellor Passage, is inspired by the East End’s industrial past is set to open its doors on September 18.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:03:18 +0100
'I missed my chance to capture my dad's memories' so I've helped others
Michael Rosenbluth, 50, from Edgware, launched Voices of a Lifetime, a personal audio storytelling service, after the death of his father Colin in 2018.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
This Mexican food spot in Eltham has been crowned South London's best restaurant
An Eltham burrito restaurant has been named a regional winner in the 2026 Uber Eats UK Restaurant of the Year Awards.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:08:00 +0100
Woman, 31, died after exiting window of murder suspect’s south east London flat
A man has appeared in court accused of murdering a woman who died in a fall from a height outside his home.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:53:14 +0100
Couple from Bromley among Brits missing after devastating Nepal flash flood
A couple from Bromley is among the Britons missing after a massive flash flood on the Nepal-Tibet border.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:42:00 +0100
Wallington tea room goes from zero to hero with top hygiene rating
A Wallington café has redeemed its zero-star food hygiene rating after being awarded a top score of five following a council reinspection.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:25:00 +0100
The Greenwich road where houses cost nearly TEN times more than another street
New research has revealed Greenwich's most and least expensive streets based on average property values across the borough.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:44:15 +0100
Sutton Council warns of disruption as roads remain closed after major fire
Road closures remain in place following a major fire in Mitcham which saw more than 100 firefighters called to the scene.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:33:00 +0100
Morrisons roundabout turns into island after heavy rain causes flooding in Erith
Drivers faced difficult conditions in Erith this morning after flooding covered parts of the roundabout near Morrisons following hours of heavy rain.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0100
Go Ape attraction set for 'Bexley's jewel in a crown' park sparks legal action
Campaigners opposed to a planned Go Ape attraction in Danson Park have launched legal action against Bexley Council.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:20:00 +0100
South east London hospice ranked outstanding despite safeguarding concerns
St Christopher’s Hospice, which runs two sites in Sydenham and Orpington in south east London, has received the highest rating possible after being inspected by the Care Quality Commission.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
South east London celebrant nationally recognised for unique approach to funerals
A funeral celebrant based in south east London has been named a national finalist for a prestigious industry award.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
FINED: Two Anerley businesses fail to provide waste disposal records
Two businesses in Anerley have been fined for failing to provide records of their commercial waste disposal arrangements.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:35:36 +0100
Coroner calls for changes after baby's tragic death at London hospital unit
A coroner has called for changes to baby monitor alarms following the death of a baby on a special care unit.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:39:06 +0100
Four men arrested after assault victim suffers cardiac arrest at pub
Four arrests have been made after a man was found in cardiac arrest following an assault in Dagenham.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:02:55 +0100
North London teacher who used crystal meth to 'relax' banned from classroom
A teacher has been banned from the classroom after admitting to using crystal meth.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:31:56 +0100
First picture of boy, 17, stabbed to death at council headquarters
A 17-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed inside Brent Civic Centre this week has been pictured for the first time.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:07:58 +0100
Boy, 15, charged with murder after teenager stabbed to death at council building
A young boy has been charged with murder following a fatal stabbing at Brent Civic Centre

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Revealed - Camden's worst rated pubs, cafes and takeaways for food hygiene in July
A pub, a school and a high end seafood restaurant were among the Camden food businesses awarded a zero or 1 food hygiene rating by inspectors.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:32:33 +0100
Boy, 14, injured after group disturbance with 'weapons' sees NINE youths arrested
Nine youths have been arrested after police responded to reports of a group disturbance in Feltham.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:32:20 +0100
Dame Jenni Murray died days after car crash in north London
Broadcaster Dame Jenni Murray died days after being involved in a car crash which happened when she was dazzled by headlights, an inquest was told.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0100
'Failure to provide basic medical care' as mum died after being sent home from A&E
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust has apologised to the family of Anna Gaia Esposito following “failures to provide basic medical care” at Barnet Hospital.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:17:37 +0100
No arrests after Hackney stabbing as man remains in hospital for treatment
A man in his 40s remains in hospital after being stabbed in Hackney.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:14:31 +0100
Two men in court charged with murder over fire which killed one and injured eight
Two men have appeared at the Old Bailey accused of an arson attack on a block of flats in which one woman died and eight more people were injured.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:02:00 +0100
TfL to change more than 20 London bus routes this weekend
More than 20 London bus routes will get new timetables from Saturday, August 29. Check the full list of TfL service changes.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Inquest update for student killed by rapper Ghetts in hit-and-run crash
No inquest will take place into the death of student Yubin Tamang, who was killed in a hit-and-run by rapper Ghetts near Gants Hill.

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