Your Local Guardian
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:52:49 +0000LIVE updates as 'icy rail conditions' disrupt South Western trains at Waterloo
Icy rail conditions have resulted in disruption to South Western Railway services, affecting trains at Waterloo.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:04:05 +0000Man launched ‘frenzied and unexplained’ double stabbing in Tube station - and laughed
A man launched a “frenzied” and unprovoked knife attack on two older men at a Tube station as they returned home after a dance class.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000The three Sutton secondary schools named among best in London
Three schools in Sutton have been named as the best state secondary schools in th.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000The London schools named in the Sunday Times Top Schools List 2026
The Sunday Times School Guide 2026 has revealed the top schools in London in their Parent Power Guide.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Sutton pauses major council HQ relocation plans after costs rise
Sutton Council’s plans to relocate its Civic Hub into the St Nicholas Centre have been put on hold after a review found that its town centre regeneration had become unaffordable.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000'Our whole Sutton block is riddled with mice - even in toilet'
Residents of an ageing Sutton housing block say they are being treated with contempt as a persistent mouse infestation continues to blight their homes.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:33:08 +0000Is Shopify down? Users report Cloudflare outage affecting big brands
Popular online retail platform Shopify is reportedly down as a major Cloudflare 500 error outage affects dozens of online brands.
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:41:44 +0000Sky axes major TV service and begins issuing huge refunds of up to £290
A major Sky TV service has been axed a couple after being launched in 2023, and customers are now being given refunds.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000Three dead in three days after huge fire, two stabbings and fatal crash in London
Three people have died in a shocking three days that saw a major fire, two stabbings and a fatal crash across London.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Creative hub for aspiring artists opens in Croydon shopping centre
A brand-new creative hub has opened inside Centrale Shopping Centre as part of Croydon’s Creative Enterprise Zone.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:44:28 +0000The London Designer Outlet treat for if your birthday is in December or January
LDO is offering free VIB party packs, exclusive restaurant deals and nostalgic party fun for locals celebrating December or January birthdays.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:41:29 +0000Man jailed after stabbing two strangers unprovoked in Kennington station
A man who stabbed two strangers in an unprovoked attack in Kennington station has been jailed.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:45:26 +0000Croydon hotel cancels Reform UK Christmas party after community protest
A Croydon hotel has cancelled a booking for a Reform UK Christmas dinner fundraiser following protests from members of the local community.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:21:22 +0000Major disruption expected until end of day at busy central London station
Major disruption is expected at London St Pancras until the end of the day due to a fault
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:13:38 +0000I went on a winter Norfolk trip where thousands of seal pups are born
One of the UK’s natural spectacles taking place right now is one that makes visiting the eastern shores of Norfolk, specifically Winterton-on-Sea and Horsey Gap, well worth the journey.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000New Holland & Barrett arrives next to Whitgift Centre in Croydon
A new Holland & Barrett store has opened just next to the Whitgift Centre in Croydon.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:06:58 +0000Person taken to hospital after crash on busy central London road
A person has been taken to hospital after a crash Cavendish Square, Westminster at 6.45am today (December 4).
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:54:51 +0000Tesco brings in new double points Clubcard scheme for Christmas
Tesco shoppers are already making the most of a new Clubcard offer, offering 2 points for every £1 spent on gift cards this Christmas
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:22:43 +0000Recap as busy central London road closed for HOURS after crash
Wigmore Street in Westminster is closed after a crash. Diversions are in place for bus routes 12, 22, 55 and 73.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Croydon motorbike dealership permanently closes after more than two decades
A long-established motorcycle dealership in Croydon has announced it has closed after more than two decades serving riders across south London.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Every London Underground line and station closed this weekend listed
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (December 5 - 7) and don't be caught out.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Sutton Life Centre transformed into 'one-stop shop' for SEND youngsters
The Sutton Life Centre has reopened after years of underuse, transformed into what organisers are describing as a “one-stop shop” for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:27:36 +0000'Scared' dad left with 'necrotic' rotten finger after cat bite as warning issued
A 48-year-old dad was left with a 'necrotic' rotten finger after a cat bite, as a health warning for Pasteurella has been issued
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:07:00 +0000American tourist has Brits 'in tears' after sharing 'insane' plans for a UK Christmas
A poor American tourist has been mocked online after sharing a fairly poor, thought-out plan for Christmas in the UK.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:36:58 +0000Recall for popular Amazon item over 'serious risk' of catching fire
Amazon has been forced to stop selling a popular item over fears that there is a 'serious risk' of fire.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:18:01 +0000Debenhams put on a star-studded parade as part of their Christmas campaign
Peter Crouch, Judi Love and Olivia Attwood have put on a star-studded parade – as part of a new Christmas campaign.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:54:20 +0000This 75p supermarket item hailed a 'secret weapon' for stopping dry skin
One 'superfood' has been dubbed a 'secret weapon' to surviving the weather changes this winter
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 08:32:41 +0000Call the Midwife reveals BBC star will return for Christmas special after 2 years
This popular Call the Midwife cast member will return for the two-part BBC Christmas special after two years and fans 'can't wait'
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 06:11:38 +0000New streaming service to launch in UK in 2026 as HBO announces exciting news
Streaming service HBO Max has announced when it plans to launch in the UK as part of its European rollout.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000London woman scalded so badly she can't walk after epileptic seizure in shower
A London woman had an epileptic seizure in a hot shower - suffering such severe burns she couldn't walk for 18 months.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:55:00 +0000'On-the-go' Co-op store opens in Kingston with exclusive new products
The Co-op is set to launch its first London on ‘on the go’ store in Kingston Upon Thames, offering customers breakfast, lunch and dinner in exciting new ways.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:54:58 +0000New pedestrian crossing opens in Croydon town centre ahead of Christmas
A new pedestrian crossing has opened in Croydon ahead of Christmas.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:45:31 +0000Person dies after being hit by train causing major delays at Kings Cross
A person has died after being hit by a train at Stevenage station at around 1.20pm on December 3.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:49:53 +0000Ealing murder suspect, 18, arrested after man stabbed to death in Kent
A teenager has been arrested as part of a murder investigation into a fatal stabbing in Kent.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:42:43 +0000Person fighting for their life after incident on London rail line with major delays
A person is fighting for his life following an incident on a railway line for London.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:33:55 +0000Wetherspoon's bid to open new London pub a stone's throw from Trafalgar Square
JD Wetherspoon has applied to open a new pub with a capacity for 320 people next to Charing Cross station.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:22:33 +0000Woman in her 20s raped in historic central London park
A woman in her 20s was raped around 4.10am on December 2 in Embankment Gardens in Westminster. Police enquiries are ongoing.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:47:06 +0000Recap as Kings Cross services shut after person hit by train
A person has been hit by a train in Stevenage, with delays to Kings Cross. Follow our blog for updates.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:44:35 +0000Legal action over 'unlawful' closure of Richmond’s last police front counter
Legal action has been taken over what has been described as the "unlawful" closure of a borough’s last police front counter.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:13:33 +0000Trains at major London station cancelled after person seriously hurt on tracks
Trains at a major London station are facing delays and cancellations due to an emergency services incident. Live updates here.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:30:23 +0000Man jailed after sexually assaulting woman on busy Central line train
A man has been jailed after sexually assaulting a woman on a packed Central line train from Liverpool Street.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000New nightclub with three dance rooms to open THIS week in Epsom
A new nightclub will be opening its doors THIS week in Epsom.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000Lidl submits new store and housing plans on long‑empty Hamsey Green site
A long‑derelict site on the border of Croydon and Surrey may finally be brought back to life after Lidl submitted fresh plans for a combined store and housing development.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:01:53 +0000Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here - how to check yours and new features added
Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here. Here is how to access yours and what new features have been added this year.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:11:15 +0000HSBC is offering up to £2,000 cash to some customers in 'a brilliant move'
HSBC has first-time buyers firmly in its sights offering up to £2,000 in cashback from today and, brokers say, may well have just lit the fuse on a winter mortgage price war.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:10:20 +0000HMRC 'secret festive loophole' tax free £150 Christmas boost for all workers
HMRC has a secret festive loophole, which accountant Rachel Harris describes as "the £150 party rule that no one uses properly" that gives every worker a Christmas party
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:10:48 +0000Cheapest UK supermarket revealed: is it Aldi, Lidl, Morrisons, Tesco or ASDA?
Aldi has wrestles back the crown for the cheapest supermarket in the UK, just in time for Christmas, according to research from Which?.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:29:17 +0000Plans which could 'shroud communities in secrecy' to be discussed at key debate
Plans which could give the public less say in what happens in their communities are likely to be discussed in the House of Commons.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000New Wetherspoons pub set to open in Croydon - before Christmas
A new Wetherspoons is opening in Croydon before Christmas.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Plans which could 'shroud communities in secrecy' to be discussed at key debate
Plans which could give the public less say in what happens in their communities are likely to be discussed in the House of Commons.