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Major disruption with FOUR-hour delays at busy train station in London

A major disruption has been declared on all lines at London Victoria due to a fire alarm alert. National Rail confirmed on X (formally known as Twitter) that all services were disrupted just after 7.30pm today (August 6). The alert has caused

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Shocking picture shows bus and car in crash near Erith roundabout

A shocking picture shows a crash between a bus and a car today in Erith. The crash occurred near The De Luci Fish Roundabout in Erith at around 6.30pm. The incident involved a red route 99 bus and a car. The image shows the bus crashed

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Danson Splash Park to close for maintenance

Danson Splash Park will be temporarily closed for maintenance work tomorrow (August 7). The popular attraction, located in Danson Park, Welling, will reopen on Thursday, August 8. The council has apologized for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Man, 23, dead with three stabbed in grim four days across London

A grim four days across London has seen three people stabbed with one of the victims left dead. This only includes incidents that Newsquest London is aware of and has reported on. The incidents unfolded between August 2 and 5 in Bromley, Maida

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Man wanted after stabbing involved in crash in Lee Green while fleeing police

A man wanted by police over a fatal stabbing was involved in a car crash as he tried to flee arrest. The Metropolitan Police are hoping to speak to Kamar Williams, 33, in relation to the death of a bus driver in Hackney last week. Williams 

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Exciting Crystal Palace forward secures loan move to European club

Crystal Palace’s Ademola Ola-Adebomi has joined SK Beveren on a season-long loan. As revealed in this paper last week, Ola-Adebomi had been taking his time before choosing a loan destination for the upcoming season. The 20-year-old visited

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Man seriously injured after falling from height at busy London station

A man has been left seriously injured after falling from height at a busy train station in London. The incident happened at Canary Wharf Underground station at around 12.50pm today (August 6). An ambulance crew, a paramedic in a fast response

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Forest Hill man admits killing his wife whose body was found in attic

A man has admitted killing his wife whose body was found in the attic of their Forest Hill home.  The body of Tia Simmonds, 32, was found in their home on Parbury Road on January 3 this year.  Her husband, 39-year-old Shane Simmonds, is accused

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Major London station evacuated as police shout 'get out as quick as you can'

A busy tube station in London has been evacuated with a huge emergency service response outside the station. Eight ambulances and police cars are currently on the scene at the Canary Wharf underground station, according to eye witnesses. British

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Urgent search for high-risk autistic girl who might be in Lewisham or Greenwich

Police are urgently seeking help in locating 14-year-old high-risk missing girl. Alexis, who has autism, might be in the Lewisham or Greenwich area. She was wearing a black top and light-coloured jeans at the time of her disappearance.

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Youth appears in court over fatal shooting of man in Peckham

A teenager has appeared at the Old Bailey accused over the death of a man who was fatally shot in an alleyway near his home in south east London. The 17-year-old boy, who cannot be identified, is charged with the murder of 20-year-old Jesse Lloyd-Smith

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‘Laughing’ friend who helped Bexley killer escape will be freed from prison in weeks

A man who helped his friend escape after he murdered his partner will be released from prison in weeks.  Richard Ray drove Tony Curant from Bexley to Dartford after receiving a call saying “I’ve just killed the missus”.  Curant stabbed Leila

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Spectators marvel at ‘nostalgic’ 1950s steam engine seen passing through Bromley

A 1950s steam engine that famously transported the Royal Family has been spotted travelling through south east London this morning. Spectators and trainspotters gathered this morning at Bromley South station for a chance to witness a rare sight

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Person dies after incident at busy south east London station

A person has died after an incident at South Bermondsey station. A casualty on the tracks was reported to police in Ilderton Road just before 6.10am today (August 6). London Ambulance Service crews also attended and the person was pronounced

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Bexley murderer who stabbed mum with kids next door has minimum prison time reduced

A Bexley murderer who stabbed the mother of his children to death has had the minimum term of his prison sentence reduced to 20 years.  Tony Curant, 33, was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 21 years on Friday (August 2). 

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How can I reduce my council tax bill? You could claim 100 per cent back - see how

If you are responsible for paying the Council Tax and you are on a low income, you may be able to get help with some or all of your Council Tax bill. You’ll get a discount on your bill only if you’re eligible. But who is eligible and how does

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DWP could pay you £737 a month if you have one of these mental health conditions

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will pay people £737 a month if they suffer from certain mental health conditions.  Over 1.3 million people across Britain were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for psychiatric disorders by

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The 9 illegal plants that could land you with a £30,000 fine

Gardeners have been warned to keep an eye out for nine illegal plants that could cost them thousands of pounds in fines this summer. Whether you are a keen gardener or a casual one, it is important to be aware of these plants which could land you

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Bexley Mercedes driver guilty of death of politician's daughter

A speeding Mercedes driver from Bexley has been found guilty over the death of an Ecuadorian politician’s daughter who was killed while crossing the road with her fiance. Vanessa Sagnay de la Bastida, 28, was holding hands with partner Michael

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Bromley fraudster used fake name to take out finance on brand-new £45,000 BMW

A fraudster used a fake name to take out finance on a brand-new £45,000 BMW then stopped making payments after two months.  Christopher Hudson, 44, of Sunray Avenue in Bromley, bought a 320i M-Sport from a local dealership under the name of Jeremy

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Two dolphins ‘found dead’ on banks of River Thames

Two dolphins have reportedly been found dead on the banks of the Thames in London, after one was spotted in the river last week. The common dolphin was seen multiple times from late morning on Thursday, and was described as appearing to be “struggling

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Major emergency services presence outside busy south east London station

A major emergency service presence has been pictured attending an incident outside South Bermondsey station. Multiple emergency vehicles were spotted in Ilderton Road at around 7.30am today (August 6). Footage, obtained by the News Shopper,

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‘I was very surprised’: EastEnders star teases who will be making a shock return

An EastEnders star has been left "very surprised" after discovering an actor making a shock return to the popular BBC soap opera for its 40th anniversary. In recent months, showrunners have confirmed the return of numerous characters in celebration

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Police incident causes travel chaos at major London station

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All the TfL bus changes happening across London in August

Transport for London (TfL) has announced several bus changes and improvements across the city. Key routes will see increased frequency, especially during peak hours, to reduce wait times and alleviate congestion. TfL buses align with the Mayor

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Beloved theatre in Lewisham announces Christmas 2024 pantomime

Joy Productions and Broadway Theatre are set to bring Sleeping Beauty back to Catford this year with an all-star cast and creative team. Building on the success of 2023’s Jack and the Beanstalk, the new panto, is written and directed by panto legend

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What the consultation on DLR Thamesmead expansion has revealed so far

With strong support from respondents, plans to extend the DLR to Thamesmead are now moving forward. Transport for London (TfL) has released a consultation report on the proposed DLR extension from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead via Beckton Riverside

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Heartwarming community fundraiser pays for Beckenham road sweeper's holiday

A beloved road sweeper in Beckenham is set for the trip of a lifetime to Portugal, thanks to a generous fundraiser campaign that raised thousands with the help of the community. Since 2017, Paul Spiers has brightened the neighbourhood with his

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Fears roads will be clogged with 'nightmare' traffic from Silvertown Tunnel

Greenwich locals fear their roads will become clogged with ‘nightmare’ traffic following the opening of the Silvertown Tunnel, and a plan to make it toll-free at night has sparked concerns about the impact on people’s sleep.  Residents have outlined

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A FREE music festival is coming to Thamesmead this weekend

A free music festival is coming to Thamesmead this weekend with headline acts named as singers Kele Le Roc and Terri Walker. On Saturday, August 10, Southmere Park in Thamesmead is set to play host to the Thamesmead Festival. Funded by housing