Tottenham Independent
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Decade of growth and support for vulnerable children celebrated in Enfield
A decade of life-changing support for vulnerable children and young people in Enfield has been celebrated.
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hadley Wood school runs enrichment week blending academics and fun
A week of hands-on learning and real-world experience has given students a fresh perspective on education beyond the classroom.
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Dozens of new council homes to be built in regeneration scheme
Dozens of new council homes are set to be built as part of a major regeneration scheme.
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Lee Valley Regional Park celebrates ten Green Flag Awards
TEN sites across Lee Valley Regional Park have been recognised among the UK’s best green spaces after receiving prestigious Green Flag Awards
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:01:00 +0100From Winston to wildlife: the identity crisis in your wallet
Comedian Steve Allen on why replacing Winston Churchill with wildlife on Britain's banknotes could create even more arguments about history and identity.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:52:48 +0100National Trust partners with Pokémon GO for its 10th anniversary
The National Trust is hoping Brits will ‘catch ‘em all’ – by partnering with Pokémon GO to celebrate the game's 10th anniversary.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:50:10 +0100More than half of Brits say making someone a cuppa is still the ultimate kind act
More than half of Brits feel making someone a cup of tea is still the ultimate act of kindness.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:47:02 +0100Seven in 10 music fans listen to the same tracks and albums again and again
Music lovers are suffering from 'tunes on a loop' - listening to the same tracks and albums over and over again.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:43:20 +0100Building society boss calls for new money emojis to represent British currency
A building society boss has called for new emojis to give more prominence to the British currency and everyday money moments.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:10:17 +0100'Beloved' Oscar-award winning and Casualty actress dies aged 81 after illness
Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker, who was known for her roles in Home Alone 2, Casualty and My Left Foot, has died at the age of 81.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:37:45 +0100Huge stars confirmed for third series of BBC’s BAFTA award-winning drama
Huge stars including David Tennant and Jo Joyner will be joining the cast of BBC's Time for its third series.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Former homeless sixth-former wins top social mobility award
Anthony Braganza, who grew up in Tottenham, received the Improving Social Mobility Award at the 18th annual Student Social Mobility Awards held on July 8.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:55:01 +0100National Lottery issues urgent warning as 1.5 million players have cash waiting
The National Lottery is urging people to check their accounts, as more than 1.5 million players have cash waiting.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:21:50 +0100Claudia Winkleman steps down from self-titled BBC chat show after just 1 series
The presenter launched The Claudia Winkleman Show on the BBC in March following her departure from Strictly Come Dancing.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:53:14 +0100Nearly half of Brits identify as the ‘Chief Vacation Officer’ in their friend group
A poll of 2,000 adults found there are six different personalities that make up a group trip.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Kingfisher Hall Academy staff retire after a combined 55 years of service
Gail Luis and Joan McGhan, who have dedicated a combined 55 years of service with North Star Community Trust, are retiring from Kingfisher Hall Academy.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:43:40 +0100Almost half of Brits struggle to sleep during hot weather
Almost half of Brits struggle to sleep during hot weather - leaving them feeling tired and low on energy.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:41:40 +0100Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament have been crowned the UK’s best view
Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament have been crowned the UK’s best view, according to a poll.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:39:27 +0100Brits trapped in contracts reckon they pay £576 more than needed
Brits stuck in ‘rip-off contracts’ reckon overpriced deals are costing them £576 a year more than they should be paying.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:54:54 +0100Popular BBC comedy series with 'great cast' to end with third and final series
Daddy Issues, set and filmed in Stockport, will return to BBC iPlayer and BBC Three for a third and final series.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:55:17 +0100Fans 'devastated' after popular Radio 1 presenters dropped for new talent
Radio 1 has announced it will be dropping six of its presenters with new talent being brought in to take over their shows.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:21:08 +0100Major retailer to shut all stores in England early ahead of World Cup semi-final
Smyths has said all England branches will shut at 6pm today (July 15) to allow staff to watch the semi-final match.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:31:42 +010016 and 17 year olds to face overnight social media curfew as part of new plans
New government plans have shared that 16-and 17-year-olds would face voluntary overnight social media curfews
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:36:34 +0100Utility company fined £40,000 for unauthorised road closures
Thames Water has been hit with more than £40,000 penalty for closing roads without permission, prosecuted by Enfield Council.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:06:17 +0100Is Spotify down? Thousands of users report issues with app and audio streaming
Thousands of users are reporting issues with Spotify (on Tuesday, July 14).
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:08:21 +0100Scott Mills topped BBC highest-paid list until he was sacked - see the top 10 earners
The former BBC Radio 2 presenter earned between £745,000 and £749,999 for the year ending March 2026.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:49:09 +0100EastEnders icon and Strictly Come Dancing stars confirmed for Channel 4 show
The full line-up for the new series of Celebrity Hunted has been released and it includes an EastEnders legend and Strictly Come Dancing stars.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:11:25 +0100Five Guys is launching a brand new kids meal that rivals McDonald's
Five Guys is launching a new kids' meal offer this summer.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:40:53 +0100Tributes to volunteer-turned-resident who 'brightened every room'
Pat Shackleton described as “a kind and beautiful soul” by those at Hugh Myddelton House in Southgate, has passed away after years of volunteering and support.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:17:58 +0100Enfield's only family support centre opens to the public in Edmonton
A public family support centre has been opened by mayor of Enfield, Cllr Emma Supple, offering a dedicated space for children and families.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:03:03 +0100Leading Enfield secondary school celebrates 25 years of educating pupils
Highlands School marked its 25th anniversary on July 8, with an afternoon and evening of celebration.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:39:16 +0100Southeast London school crowned champion at major basketball finals
Riverside School has been crowned champion after a dominant performance at a fast-paced basketball competition in the heart of the capital.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:01:01 +0100Tesco apologises as customer claims she was 'kicked out for wearing tie-back top'
The 31-year-old said the security guard told her she could not enter the Tesco store because the top could be untied, leaving her "exposed"
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:28:47 +0100Iconic EastEnders character set to leave soap 20 years after taking on role
Belinda Owusu, who plays Libby Fox, is set to leave EastEnders again after her short return to the soap.
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100Study reveals 76 per cent of children feel happier after this exercise each week
A survey of 779 children by parkrun found that 76% felt happier after completing a junior parkrun event.
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100The grand London cinema that became a Wetherspoons and is now daubed with graffiti
The Coronet stands closed but the landmark was once a grand Art Deco cinema and then a Wetherspoons pub.
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:55:23 +0100TV star confirms departure from BBC show amid schedule changes and budget cuts
Rachel Burden, who first joined BBC Breakfast in 2015, has served as a regular presence on Sunday mornings for more than 10 years.
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:55:03 +0100EastEnders icon axed from BBC soap as Zoe Slater to be killed off in shock twist
EastEnders character Zoe Slater, played by Michelle Ryan, is reportedly being axed from the BBC soap.
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100An iconic London music venue where a 'wonder pool' is buried under concrete beneath
The Empire Pool Wembley was built in 1934 as a versatile sports facility but is now the famous Wembley Arena where The Beatles once played.
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:25:00 +0100We tried a Moana afternoon tea and the Disney themed cakes were welcome
Budding Disney princesses should pull on their glass slippers and make their way to The Park Lane Hilton for afternoon tea in honour of the new Moana movie.
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0100Soap star joins EastEnders as new character in move labelled a 'dream come true'
Former Hollyoaks star Matthew James-Bailey described the opportunity a "dream come true," as he will play a role in a major new storyline.
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 11:21:06 +0100McDonald's reintroducing 'fan favourite' treat for the first time in 17 years
McDonald's is reintroducing a beloved treat for the first time in almost 17 years as part of its summer 2026 menu.
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:27:10 +0100Netflix considering to launch live TV channels in bid to drive viewer engagement
Netflix has been considering launching live TV channels in a bid to boost viewer engagement, according to reports.
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:24:17 +0100Tributes pour in after Ann Widdecombe dies in 'horrific' circumstances
Sir Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch and Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke lead tributes to the former Conservative Party minister Ann Widdecombe as police launch a murder investigation.
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:49:58 +0100Police launch murder inquiry following death of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe
A murder investigation is under way following the death of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe.
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:34:40 +0100UK households throw away more than £138m worth of fruit and veg each week.
A poll of 2,000 adults found the average Brit bins almost £5 worth of fresh produce each week, with more than a quarter (27 per cent) admitting they throw away £10 or more.
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:31:47 +0100The typical tourist tends to overspend their holiday budget by more than £100
The typical tourist tends to overspend their holiday budget by more than £100 per trip, highlighting surprise charges as the biggest contributor.
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:55:03 +0100Is Vodafone down? Users report issues with broadband and mobile internet
VodafoneThree users have reported issues with the broadband provider.
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:10:10 +0100Keir Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup (Do you agree?)
Sir Keir Starmer has hinted that there could be a bank holiday in England if the national team win the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:58:00 +0100Water companies: do as we say, not as we leak
Comedian Steve Allen takes aim at hose-pipe bans, leaky water pipes and the irony of customers being told to save water while billions of litres are lost every day.