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A World of Opportunities
At this point of time in our lives, we are all at least a little undecided on our future and what career we wish to pursue. It is, however, very important for us to consider this because it has a great impact on the choices we make with our education
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Woman cleared after dog attacked police horse in Greenwich Park
A Greenwich woman accused of allowing her dog to attack a horse has been cleared of any wrongdoing. Elena Butterfield, 27, a voluntary worker of Willerby Road, was charged with being unable to control her dog in a public place. Her four-year-old
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Ebbsfleet defeat Hendon in first match post-Brown
Ebbsfleet United began life after Steve Brown with a 1-0 win at home to Hendon in the FA Trophy Third Qualifying Round. Brown was sacked on Wednesday after a run of poor performances culminated in a 3-0 loss at home to Gosport, leaving midfielder
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Bromley hold Tonbridge to force FA Trophy replay
Bromley have it all to do again on Tuesday evening after a goalless draw at the Longmead Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Relegated at the start of the current campaign, and now members of the Ryman League Premier Division, Tonbridge Angels opened
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Bromley care service wins national award
A care service in Bromley beat off national competition to scoop a prestigious award. St Christopher's Bromley was bestowed the Innovation in Care award for its Bromley Care Coordination service. The service, based at Caritas House in Orpington
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Broken lift leaves wheelchair-bound dad, 24, stranded outside Sidcup flats for days
A wheelchair-bound father from Sidcup has spoken of his 'living nightmare' and fears he will be left outside in the cold over Christmas due to a broken lift. Steven Garratt, 24, of Jubilee Way moved in to a specially adapted flat in Athena Apartments
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PICTURED: 100 years of history celebrated at Mayfield Grammar School in Gravesend
A Gravesend school has celebrated its centenary with a specially-written play about women in the First World War. Mayfield Grammar School teacher, Anna Quirós, wrote To the Stars to commemorate 100 years since the school was founded. The play
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Thamesmead organisation boosts people's computer skills
A Thamesmead organisation is helping more people get online. Peabody, based in Joyce Dawson Way, has already helped more than 1,200 people apply for jobs over the internet, connect with family and friends, pay bills, shop and research on the web
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Santa helps switch on Chislehurst Christmas lights
Santa helped illuminate Chislehurst at the annual Christmas lights switch-on. Crowds flocked to Chislehurst High Street last Saturday to watch as the town geared up for the festive season. Set in the forecourt of the Queens Head Pub in the
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Greenwich mayor gets 'flu safe' with free jab
A new campaign is asking vulnerable groups to get their free flu jab. In aid of the campaign, Mayor of Greenwich Councillor Mick Hayes, 66, received his jab at the Vanbrugh Hill Health Centre. People aged 65 or over, pregnant women, children
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Bromley borough schools join forces over fears museum risks closure
Bromley schools have joined forces over fears the borough’s museum is at risk of closure due to council budget cuts. More than 500 parents and teachers have signed a petition asking the council to reconsider if there are plans to close Bromley
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Biggin Hill mum launches Christmas Toy Appeal for local children's hospices
A mum from Biggin Hill has spearheaded a Christmas toy appeal for local hospices. Sharon Millar, 45, is director of Millar Clark Accountancy, based at Biggin Hill airport, and decided to do something different for Christmas this year. She has
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VIDEO AND PICS: See the big names joining Taylor Swift for London festival gig
Brits Ellie Goulding and John Newman will be special guests of Taylor Swift when she headlines the Barclaycard presents British Summer Time festival in Hyde Park next year. Shake It Out singer Swift will be bringing her 1989 World Tour to the Great
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Is Assassin's Creed Unity actually worth playing after launch debacle?
To say the launch of Assassin's Creed Unity did not go smoothly would be like describing the French Revolution as a minor disturbance. The saying goes that all publicity is good publicity but that surely can't be true in this case for publisher
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Lewisham Council consults on adult social care charge increases
Lewisham Council is consulting on plans that could increase adult social care charges across the borough. The consultation, which runs until January 25, asks residents to consider the proposals as Lewisham Council tries to find £85m in savings
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Christmas shoebox appeal launched for Biggin Hill creatures
All animal lovers are being called on to include our furry friends in the festive spirit. Foal Farm Animal Rescue Centre in Biggin Hill is once again launching their shoebox appeal. Home to more than 200 animals - including hamsters, horses
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Bexleyheath Academy pupil 'stalked' teacher she accuses of sleeping with her
A Bexleyheath Academy pupil who has accused a married religious studies teacher of having sex with her is a self-confessed "liar" who "stalked" the teacher, a court heard today. Stuart Kerner, 44, is accused of having sex with the teenager in empty
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Orpington pupils celebrate their human rights
Schoolchildren clued up about their human rights celebrated a milestone in civil liberties. Pupils at the Darrick Wood Junior School, Orpington, commemorated the 25th anniversary of The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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Bromley plumber guilty of scamming pensioner but avoids jail
A Bromley plumber was found guilty of scamming a 78-year-old pensioner and “should have been sent to prison”. Darren Leigh, who traded as DL Plumbing, was charged with two offences of fraud, unnecessary maintenance work, and charging VAT when not
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Well-known Erith Arsenal fan found dead in Plumstead
A well-known Erith Arsenal fan has been found dead in Plumstead. Steve Thompson, aged 46, was reportedly a regular at Erith Working Mens’ Club and North Heath Social Club. The Arsenal supporter was better known as Steve ‘Gooner’ after his favourite
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Man missing from Woolwich psychiatric unit charged with 11 offences
A 48-year-old who went missing from a Woolwich psychiatric unit will appear in court today (December 2) charged with 11 offences. Paul Williams, of no fixed abode, walked out of the Stadium Road facility on November 28 at 11.45am and was eventually
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Yikes! Rare toxic spider from Australia discovered in Dartford road
A rare breeds dealer has revealed the shocking discovery of a toxic spider from Australia - on a road in Dartford. Wayne May, 43, of Artisan Rare Breeds, was called to the creature on Thursday (Nov 27) by a driver who had noticed it near the Dartford
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Biggin Hill Airport submits application to change operating hours to Bromley Council
Biggin Hill Airport has submitted an application to change its operating hours to Bromley Council following the results of a public consultation. The proposed hours are 6.30am to 11pm from Monday to Saturday and 8am to 11pm on Sundays and public
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Welling's Jimmy Bullard voted off I'm A Celebrity - sparking Twitter outrage
Welling's Jimmy Bullard was sent for an early bath as he became the first celebrity booted out of the jungle. The chirpy camp jester said he was "gutted" to get his marching orders from I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here! after 17 days, having
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Crossrail listed Woolwich building demolition 'act of pure vandalism'
Greenwich Council's deputy leader has branded plans to demolish a listed building in Woolwich to make way for Crossrail "an act of pure vandalism". Councillor John Fahy made the accusation ahead of an exhibition on Berkeley Homes' plans for a new
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Pawn tales in Bexley: 'I've broken down when I’ve heard people’s stories'
Horse shoes from a famous racehorse, jet skis and Roman coins are all things which have graced the counters of a Bexley pawnbrokers. Reporter HELOISE WOOD gets some insights into the store’s inner workings. "I’ve broken down sometimes when I’ve
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Broken down Charlton train causes Southeastern disruption between Dartford and London Bridge
A broken down train at Charlton is causing disruption on Southeastern services between Dartford and London Bridge via Greenwich. Southeastern says trains between Dartford and London Bridge via Greenwich may be delayed by up to 30 minutes. Some
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What are the 7 weirdest things left behind on National Express coaches?
A list of the most bizarre items left on coaches has been released, showing how some people go the extra mile on forgetfulness beyond the usual mobile phones and keys. These seven weird things have all become lost property after passengers travelled
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Pet of the Day: Flopsey the cheeky rabbit
This little fella is Flopsey, an attention-seeking carrot-munching rabbit. He was nominated for Pet of the Day by Yasmin Freeman Yasmin says Flopsey’s main likes are attention and carrots, but he hates courgette. Does your pet have a talent
