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Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Victorian home with renovation potential on the market
A Walthamstow four-bedroom home dating from 1896 is on the market, offering scope for renovation and extension.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fairacres redevelopment reaches key milestone as accessible homes to rise to 40
A major milestone has been reached in the redevelopment of an accessible housing scheme in part of London.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Tottenham pub to reopen after £555,000 refurbishment
The long-closed Tottenham pub The Ship is set to reopen after a major refurbishment.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:18:58 +0100
17th storey flat with woman and child in damaged by early morning fire in east London
A 17th storey flat in east London, with a woman and child in, was damaged by an early morning fire.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:23:09 +0100
LIVE as Tube network thrown into chaos by engineering works, vandalism and more
Several tube lines have been disrupted following a series of causes across the tube network today.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
The picturesque town on three rivers that's perfect for a weekend escape from London
Looking for a weekend getaway from London? Discover the Oxfordshire market town of Abingdon for some perfect walks and pub visits.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:06:00 +0100
Major 573-home development in Redbridge officially completed
A MAJOR 573-home development on High Road in Goodmayes has reached official completion, with council leaders and housing partners marking the milestone with a celebratory event and site visit

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Warning as NO trains will run at Lewisham this Sunday
Train passengers in Lewisham face major disruption this weekend as engineering work closes all lines through the station.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
National Theatre unveils 2027 programme featuring West Side Story and Paul Mescal
The National Theatre has unveiled its 2027 programme, featuring West Side Story, Paul Mescal, Anton Du Beke and eight world premieres.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The 'unnoticed' plaque to poet whose Highgate home is buried under a beauty spot
A colourful new plaque honouring poet Andrew Marvell and his Highgate cottage will be unveiled at Waterlow Park on October 8.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
IKEA is offering unlimited meatballs for £5 for one night only
IKEA is launching a one-night-only unlimited meatball buffet, with IKEA Family members able to eat as many meatballs as they like for £5.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This historic London pub has created its own version of the Bayeux Tapestry
The Museum Tavern in London has unveiled an eight-metre Beer Tapestry celebrating nearly 1,000 years of British brewing history.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This £1 competition could make you a London homeowner overnight
BOTB is giving people the chance to win a £1.25 million home in Ealing for just £1, with a £900,000 cash alternative also available.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Royal Observatory Greenwich to close until 2027 for £77m transformation
The Royal Observatory Greenwich will close until summer 2027 as work begins on a £77 million transformation ahead of its 350th anniversary.

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Southern trains face weekend disruption with full list of changes
Southern train passengers face disruption this weekend as engineering works close several lines.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Norbury 'turns into dumping ground for takeaways' as locals slam newest venue
A Croydon resident has said Norbury is “being treated as a dumping ground for late-night takeaways” as a new chicken shop seeks permission to open until 2am every night.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:12:00 +0100
Sutton's former Argos store set for 38-bed HMO after plan APPROVED
Sutton's former Argos store is set to become a 38-room HMO with three new shops after plans were approved by the council.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Lewisham Council approves first children's home in borough for decades
Lewisham Council has approved plans to create its first residential children's home in decades.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:33:00 +0100
Doctor with 'basic life support skills' struck off after lying on NHS applications
A doctor who trained in Nigeria has been barred from practising in the UK after repeatedly lying on various NHS job applications and claiming a ‘virtual assistant’ was responsible for the errors.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Mottingham charity shop which supports disabled locals set to close store
A disability charity has announced the closure of its Mottingham shop after saying it is no longer sustainable to continue operating the store.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Small businesses, big dreams: Lewisham finalists reflect on major success
Some of Lewisham’s smallest businesses are celebrating major recognition after being named finalists in the Mayor of Lewisham Business Awards 2026.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:25:58 +0100
Man taken to hospital after late-night stabbing in City of London
Police are appealing for information following a stabbing that left a man in hospital.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:33:30 +0100
Piccadilly line suspended with SEVERE delays after 'casualty on tracks'
The Piccadilly line has been partially suspended with severe delays following reports of a casualty on the tracks.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:15:15 +0100
Buildings evacuated as 'hoax call' prompts major emergency response in Bromley
Police have confirmed officers attended reports of an incident in Bromley town centre, which has since been declared a hoax call.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0100
All the Waterloo trains to be hit by weekend disruption with services cut short
South Western Railway trains from London Waterloo will face disruption this weekend as engineering works take place across the network.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:53:09 +0100
Man, 19, stabbed in broad daylight as police launch investigation
Police are investigating a stabbing in Merstham that saw a 19-year-old man taken to hospital.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:36:04 +0100
Emergency services flock to rail station after 'person struck by train'
All lines have been closed after a person has been struck by a train.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:09:50 +0100
Public concern grows after Bromley High Street stabbing leaves four injured
An MP has praised the emergency services for their swift response following a stabbing incident in Bromley.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
London Transport Museum announces Piccadilly line family fun for half term
London Transport Museum celebrates 120 years of the Piccadilly line with family activities, crafts and tours in London, October 24-November 1.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside the 'excellent' and 'authentic' fish and chip shop named the best in London
Rock & Sole Plaice has been named the best fish and chip shop in London. Find out why.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Change of start date and road closures revealed for works to Brent Cross flyover
TFL has revealed the new start date for multi-million pound work to strengthen the A41 north circular flyover at Brent Cross including closures and restrictions

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:56:28 +0100
Met Police officer convicted of sexual assault while off duty in south London
An off-duty police officer has been convicted of sexual assault.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0100
Care home resident died after being 'left in garden' during UK's hottest ever May day
Zola Bitshuangu died from heatstroke after he was left in the garden of a care home in Romford Road during a heatwave, an inquest heard.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0100
Burger bar transformed into bakery and bistro overseen by MasterChef semi-finalist
Beer + Burger, which opened 10 years ago in Willesden Green, has been replaced with a new bakery and French bistro overseen by MasterChef semi-finalist Ismail Hossain.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
New kebab and pizza joint plans to move into former Camden Gino D'Acampo restaurant
Plans for Dubri restaurant in Camden Town reveal a new venue serving shawarma, roast chicken and pizzas opposite Stables Market in Chalk Farm Road.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
HUGE dead snake found in Dagenham garden leaving couple 'shaking and scared'
A dead snake has been found in the garden of a home in Oxlow Lane, Dagenham leaving a couple "shaking and scared".

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:47:01 +0100
Diversion route details as M4 medical emergency prompts air ambulance landing
Traffic has been placed on diversion following a medical emergency on the M4 this afternoon.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:47:14 +0100
North London man admits encouraging sexual assaults through online abuse network
A man has admitted encouraging sexual assaults through an online network.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:38:59 +0100
Dangerous drug dealer caught by officers after connecting to public Wi-F
A drug dealer who was caught by officers after connecting to public Wi-Fi, has been sentenced to 12 years' imprisonment.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:24:25 +0100
From crispy aubergine to incredible steak, this Italian meal kept surprising me
Italian restaurant in the UK earns praise for its creative flavours and innovative dishes, delighting diners with authentic Italian cuisine and unique twists.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:13:19 +0100
Medical incident stops all M4 traffic with long delays near Heathrow
All traffic has been stopped on the M4 westbound following a medical incident between J4 for Heathrow and Uxbridge and J4B for the M25, with long delays stretching towards Hayes and Heathrow Airport.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:05:11 +0100
Pictures from the scene show firefighters tackling fast food restaurant blaze
Firefighters tackled a blaze at a fast food restaurant in east London.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:57:27 +0100
Dagenham stabbing victim rushed to hospital as GUNS found in major police raid
A man in his 20s was taken to hospital after a stabbing.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:51:01 +0100
Stabbing probe takes major turn as police recover suspected firearms and arrest 10
Met Police arrested 10 in Dagenham after a stabbing led to a firearms search on Clementhorpe Road. Suspected firearms recovered; victim hospitalised.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:49:49 +0100
RECAP as incident on M25 causes MAJOR congestion
There are long delays on the M25 QE2 Bridge in Dartford caused by an incident.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:37:30 +0100
RECAP as restaurant fire forces major road to be closed for several HOURS
An emergency services incident causing major disruption near a Tube station in east London

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:22:51 +0100
Major Tube, DLR and Overground closures this weekend – check if your line is affected
London Underground, Overground and DLR engineering works will disrupt services 14–20 September. Check for closures and delays on District, Piccadilly lines.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:09:23 +0100
RECAP as M25 CRASH causes major traffic around M25
A stalled truck on the M25 is causing major traffic.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:38:44 +0100
Man who was stabbed in Bromley incident now arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
Four teenagers and a 21-year-old man arrested after stabbing on Bromley High Street. Police presence increased as officers investigate attempted murder.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:36:36 +0100
Seven teens and man arrested on attempted murder suspicion after Bromley KFC stabbing
Seven teenagers and a 21-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in Bromley.

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