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The Orpington restaurant dubbed as one of the most romantic in the UK
A restaurant in Orpington has been named as one of the most romantic spots to dine in the UK. People flock to romantic restaurants for a lovey-dovey rendezvous because, let's face it, spaghetti shared by two is way less messy than a candlelit spaghetti
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First look at Call the Midwife Christmas special hints at emotionally farewell
Fans of BBC Call the Midwife are in for an early Christmas present as creators have shared an exclusive sneak peek for the festive special. The Poplar-based show's annual Christmas special often stands out and pulls the heartstrings of its viewers
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The Dartford Crossing closures for this weekend - with TWO tunnels closed on Sunday
Parts of the Dartford Crossing are closed this weekend and we’ve rounded up where, when and the alternative routes to take. Between Saturday, December 2 and Monday, December 4 parts of the Dartford Crossing are closed due to maintenance works,
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Mum tells Woolwich caretaker who murdered her daughter 'you are a coward'
A mum who daughter was killed by a remorseless caretaker told him “you are a coward and a cold-hearted murderer” as he was jailed for life. Mark Moodie, 55, murdered 24-year-old Maureen Gitau on December 5 last year before disposing of her body
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Brixton man charged after staff member assaulted and phone stolen in Bluewater
A man from Brixton has been charged after a mobile phone was stolen following an assault on a member of staff at Bluewater Shopping Centre. The robbery took place on Saturday, November 25, within a shop in the Greenhithe shopping centre. A
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Travel chaos as buses set to replace trains on busy Southeastern lines this weekend
Planned engineering work will take place on certain Southeastern Railway lines this week, closing some lines. The work will be taking place on Saturday, December 2 and Sunday, December 3 closing some lines and causing some trains to be replaced
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Train drivers vote to continue taking strike action for an extra 6 months
Train drivers have voted overwhelmingly to continue taking strike action for the next six months in their long-running dispute over pay. Workers are demanding a no-strings pay increase followed by negotiations at a local level to modernise working
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South London’s top schools revealed in The Sunday Times list
The Sunday Times has released its list of the top schools in London, and numerous south London schools have made the shortlist. The anticipated list comes as the UK’s highest-achieving secondary schools have been ranked by the first true set of
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Over 100 objections over Bromley town centre plans for 'eyesore' tower blocks
Over 100 objections have been received from residents of Bromley town centre on plans for a pair of tower blocks up to 14-storeys tall, calling them an “eyesore”. Bromley Council has received an application to build nearly 100 flats in a pair of
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Remains 'from a placenta' found in Crystal Palace Park
Police have revealed that the remains found in Crystal Palace Park were “material from a placenta”. An area in Crystal Palace Park was cordoned off at around 11.30am on Wednesday, October 4 following reports of possible remains being found.
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How strikes will affect the London Overground this weekend - what you need to know
We’ve rounded up all the planned London Overground service closures this weekend as rail strikes are set to take place. ASLEF has announced that industrial action will take place on Sunday, December 3, affecting a number of train operators serving
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Woolwich killer who disposed of woman’s body in bin then smeared her name jailed
A caretaker who murdered a young woman, disposed of her body in a bin then tried to smear her name in court has been jailed for life. Mark Moodie murdered 24-year-old Maureen Gitau, whose body has never been found, after she disappeared on December
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Royal Mail delivery issues in this south east London postcode today
Royal Mail has confirmed that there may be issues with certain deliveries to addresses in Herne Hill today. Royal Mail is a business that provides postal and delivery services six days a week to homes across the United Kingdom. In a small number
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News Shopper readers can subscribe for just £3 for 3 months in this flash sale
READERS who want to subscribe to the News Shopper can enjoy an exclusive offer of £3 for 3 months or 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Man left with hole in his leg after 'false widow spider' bite outside Asda
A man was left with a 4cm hole in his leg after being ‘bitten by a false widow spider’ while waiting outside an Asda. Michael Wilkinson, 38, spent two months recovering after suffering "nine out of ten" pain. He initially thought little of
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Yellow weather alert issued in London as temperatures drop to near freezing
As temperatures continue to drop, a yellow weather alert has been put in place for London. It was put in place on November 28 and will last until midday on Tuesday (December 5). According to UKHSA, a yellow weather alert means that there are
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The Southern closures amid train strikes in south London this weekend
Engineering works taking place between Sydenham and Crystal Palace will affect travel over the weekend – here’s everything you need to know. ASLEF has announced that industrial action will take place on Sunday, December 3, affecting a number of
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London's best schools named in The Sunday Times new guide
The best performing secondary state and independent schools in London have been revealed by The Sunday Times. The anticipated list comes as the UK’s highest-achieving secondary schools have been ranked by the first true set of post-pandemic examination
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Three people evacuate flats as middle-of-the-night south east London fire breaks out
Three people evacuated a building as a middle-of-the-night fire broke out in south east London. Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters were called to Asylum Road in Peckham after 11pm last night (Thursday, November 29). Part of a flat
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'I'm a blind man from Greenwich trekking 1,200 miles from Canterbury to Rome'
A blind man from Greenwich is currently trekking an estimated 1200 miles across Europe to raise funds for the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). Using his cane to guide him, Richard Simpson set off on October 2 to do the Via Francigena
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'I went for a festive lunch at a gorgeous independent café in south east London'
For someone who isn’t from London, I love both how festive the capital feels around this time of year, and I also never get rid of that starstruck feeling of its landmarks. I went for a pre-Christmas catch up lunch with my friend at The Table in
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The Bromley café offering lunch and games for people alone on Christmas Day
A café is set to offer a free festive lunch to people who are on their own in Bromley on Christmas Day. The Green Roof Cafe at High Elms Country Park is once again opening its doors on Christmas Day for a complimentary festive meal for anyone who
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Stroke survivor to sing as part of harmony group at Bromley The Glades this Christmas
A Bromley harmony group will be performing at The Glades shopping centre in Bromley, to help raise vital funds for the Stroke Association. Viva Acappella was inspired to support the Stroke Association after a member of the group had a stroke in
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The Thameslink closures affecting south London with strikes and works planned
Here’s everything you need to know about Thameslink travel in south London this weekend amid strike action and engineering works ASLEF has announced that industrial action will take place on Sunday, December 3, affecting a number of train operators
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London Underground Service: Full list of TfL stations affected this weekend
With the weekend upon us, it's time to check what planned TfL closures are taking place from Friday to Sunday. As with most weekends, some stations will be closed or partly closed for TfL to carry out essential work. We've put a quick list
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The two south east London independent shops named among best in the UK
Two South East London-based independent boutiques are celebrating after being named one of the best of its kind in the UK and Ireland. In the coveted list created by The Observer, 20 independent boutiques were named, including online store Gather
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Royal Mail bring festive cheer to London with singing postboxes
People posting Christmas cards and letters are in for a festive surprise thanks to the Royal Mail. The postal service has created special festive postboxes that sing to customers. Appearing in London, the Royal Mail will also be popping up
