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Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The most Googled questions about each south east London borough answered
Whether you're moving to a new area, planning a day out or just curious about your local history, Google is often the first place people turn for answers.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bexleyheath Wetherspoons pub set to reopen after £460k renovation
A Wetherspoon pub in Bexleyheath is reopening to the public after a £460,000 renovation project.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:54:41 +0100
Person dies after being hit by train in north London
A person has died following an incident on the tracks near to Alexandra Palace rail station.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:22:32 +0100
'Avoid the area' warning after fire sends thick plume of smoke into city skyline
The London Fire Brigade has asked people to avoid the area after a fire has resulted in road closures.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:51:15 +0100
LIVE as 40 firefighters tackle blaze at shop with flats above
40 firefighters are tackling a blaze at a shop with flats above it in Hackney.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:07:45 +0100
All lanes STOPPED on M25 after crash by Heathrow Airport
A crash near Heathrow Airport has brought all lanes to a stop this morning.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:33:25 +0100
Woman taken to hospital after crash closes three lanes on busy roundabout
A woman has been taken to hospital following a crash.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:25:01 +0100
Crash causes early morning traffic on M25
A crash has occurred on the M25 this morning, resulting in slow traffic.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Celebrate Afternoon Tea Week at English Heritage’s cafes and tearooms
You don’t have to have a reason to go for afternoon tea, but next week is Afternoon Tea Week (August 10 to August 16) so we might as well celebrate the occasion, right?

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:01:21 +0100
Teenager’s success story as he becomes Centrepoint's student of the year
A teenager who arrived in the UK alone after a dangerous journey across Europe says he now feels “happy” and “proud” after rebuilding his life through education.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:01:14 +0100
Teenager’s success story as he becomes Centrepoint's student of the year
A teenager who arrived in the UK alone after a dangerous journey across Europe says he now feels “happy” and “proud” after rebuilding his life through education.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:01:06 +0100
Teenager’s success story as he becomes Centrepoint's student of the year
A teenager who arrived in the UK alone after a dangerous journey across Europe says he now feels “happy” and “proud” after rebuilding his life through education.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:33:22 +0100
Domino's has launched new wacky ice cream flavour
Domino's has launched an ice cream inspired by its famous garlic and herb dipping sauce.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:17:56 +0100
More than half of adults class maintaining friendships as a ‘second job'
More than half (52 per cent) of adults class maintaining friendships as a ‘second job’ and spend more than half an hour a day socialising, according to research.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:05:35 +0100
Three quarters of motorists would rather take the scenic route than the fastest
Three quarters of motorists would rather take the scenic route than the fastest option for a staycation.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:04:02 +0100
Eight in 10 young Brits swap boozy nights out for healthy socials
Eight in 10 young Brits now prefer to socialise through healthy activities rather than a traditional night out.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
The south east London borough ranked among UK’s ‘riskiest’ places to buy a home
Bromley has been identified as one of England and Wales' most risk-prone postcode areas, featuring in the top 10 for five separate property risks, including subsidence, escape of water and theft.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
From beaches to historic towns – five Kent day trips from south east London by coach
Families, couples and day-trippers looking for a budget-friendly summer getaway can reach some of Kent’s popular towns and coastal spots from south east London.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:45:37 +0100
Pictures capture major emergency response after fire breaks out in Sydenham
Pictures have shown the significant emergency service response after a fire was reported in Sydenham this afternoon.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:25:00 +0100
All lines BLOCKED to airport after fire breaks out near train tracks - what to know
Passengers have been warned about "major disruption" to trains passing through Waltham Cross.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:16:18 +0100
'Emergency service incident' blocks road near Alexandra Palace
A road near Alexandra Palace has been partially blocked following an emergency service incident.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Theatre review - 'Simply brilliant' one man show about the life of Oscar Wilde
Alastair Whatley gives is a theatrical tour de force in Micheál Mac Liammóir’s one man show about the life of Oscar Wilde.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:01:26 +0100
Grass fire causes 'major disruption' on trains and smoke on M25 - as it happened
A grass fire near Lea Road is impacting the trains and drivers on the M25.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:58:11 +0100
70 firefighters tackle blaze at shop with flats above in Sydenham
A road in Sydenham has been closed whilst firefighters tackle a blaze at a mixed use premises.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:04:00 +0100
WATCH shocking moment car drives wrong way down busy A-road - narrowly missing lorry
Police seized a car after a driver was filmed going the wrong way down the A406 in east London.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:15:00 +0100
Cleansed - stylish revival of a notoriously violent play but is it worth the torture?
A stylish revival of Sarah Kane's Cleansed features shocking scenes of violence including mutilation, rape and an eye injected with heroin.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:22:05 +0100
Man tased and arrested after early morning 'welfare' incident in Blackheath
A man has been arrested following an incident in Blackheath.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:02:54 +0100
New details emerge after three taken to hospital after 'crowd surge' at festival
The latest detail has been shared from the hosts of an outdoor cultural festival after it was shut down early following a crowd surge.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:09:05 +0100
All lanes STOPPED on M25 due to crash - Recap
All lanes have been stopped on the M25 in Kent after a crash.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:41:05 +0100
’I tried a new pizzeria cropping up in London - I was hooked from the starter alone’
London has always been spoiled for choice for pizzas, but a Neapolitan independent pizzeria is making its mark across the capital as one not to miss.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:45:00 +0100
Bottles thrown at police during group fight on Primrose Hill
Police had bottles thrown at them when responding to a fight on Primrose Hill.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:33:55 +0100
NO trains running to London station causing 'severe disruption' - Recap
All lines running to and from London Fenchurch Street are closed.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:42:51 +0100
Several left injured after 'major' overcrowding incident at outdoor festival
A number of people have been injured after emergency services were called to an overcrowding incident at a cultural festival over the weekend.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:23:20 +0100
Recap - Sydenham road SHUT after 'fire services activity'
Kent House is reportedly shut due to "fire services activity".

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Brick-tastic fun at Legoland's new Lego Festival
Who needs Glastonbury when there's another festival taking place this summer that's full of family friendly fun? We review the Lego Festival at Legoland Windsor.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside London's 'magical' retro cinema that promises 'truly memorable' experience
Electric Cinema on Portobello Road is a grand retro cinema in London that has earned rave reviews.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside London's 'incredible' and 'excellent' pub named among the UK's best
The Old Nun’s Head in London has been named among the UK's best pubs. Here's why.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This popular frozen Aussie treat is coming to London this summer
An Australian frozen yoghurt brand that has gained popularity on social media is coming to London this summer - here's what we know about its opening.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:02:44 +0100
TV licence inspectors can only enter your home without permission in 1 instance
You might want to know your rights if you get visited by a TV Licence inspector.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'I would love to see it back’: The stores Lewisham residents still miss most
We asked readers to share the Lewisham shops they miss most, with former favourites including C&A, Chiesmans and Woolworths topping the list.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Inside the new holistic wellbeing space set to open in Bromley town centre
A new holistic wellbeing space offering everything from therapy and massage to yoga and Pilates is set to open its doors in Bromley next week.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Sussex village with a Norman castle, Roman ruins and a beach on its doorstep
If you're looking for a quieter day trip out of London, Pevensey offers scenic walks and the remains of a Norman castle.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:13:52 +0100
Man, 40, remains in life-threatening condition more than 24 hours after stabbing
A 40-year-old man continues to fight for his life in hospital after being stabbed in Hanwell.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:12:48 +0100
Elizabeth line BLOCKED after 'trespass incident' - Recap
Lines are blocked between Ilford and Manor Park after a "trespass incident".

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:38:36 +0100
Lanes closed on M25 after vehicle fire disrupts travel
Two lanes have been closed on the M25 following a vehicle fire.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:30:58 +0100
Busy residential street SHUT after crash - Recap
Tollgate Road in Beckton is shut in both directions after a crash.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'Striking' medieval village under an hour from London is England's most breathtaking
Aylesford in Kent has been named among the most breathtaking villages in England, and it is less than an hour from London.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:04:09 +0100
Building fire CLOSES North Circular entry road - Recap
The entry ramp to A406 North Circular Westbound is shut due to a building fire.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:05:41 +0100
Man,53, taken to hospital after stabbing by petrol station
A 53-year-old man has been taken to hospital after being stabbed by a petrol station.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:58:06 +0100
M25 hit with 'significant delays' after HGVs crash by Dartford Crossing
A crash has occurred near the QE2 Dartford Crossing this morning, resulting in significant delays.

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