Tuesday, August 1, 2017

Government sues America's largest student loan company

NEW YORK (CNNMoney) – Sallie Mae has long drawn the ire of student loan borrowers struggling to pay back their debt.
But as it turns out, they might have had a real reason to complain.
On Wednesday, the federal government and the Washington state Attorney General sued Navient, formerly...

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Heat overcome Harden's big night

MIAMI –
Goran Dragic had 21 points and eight assists, Wayne Ellington scored 18 off the bench and the Miami Heat overcame another triple-double from James Harden to beat the Houston Rockets 109-103 on Tuesday night.
Dion Waiters scored 17, Tyler Johnson had 16 and James Johnson added 15...

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Dolphins stars Jay Ajayi, Jarvis Landry added to Pro Bowl

DAVIE, Fla. – The men known as the “Jay Train” and “Juice” are going to the Pro Bowl.
The Miami Dolphins are sending two of their offensive stars to the Pro Bowl in Orlando — running back Jay Ajayi and wide receiver Jarvis Landry were added to the AFC roster...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/dolphins-stars-jay-ajayi-jarvis-landry-added-pro-bowl/

Palestinian embassy opens in Vatican City

(CNN) – Pope Francis and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas met Saturday to open a Palestinian embassy in Vatican City.
“We are very grateful about the role that the Holy See has played for a just and lasting peace in the Holy Land, and for having opened an embassy of Palestine in...

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Are these London's smallest yellow lines?

Even the Smart Car, famed for its ability to park in the tightest of spaces, would struggle to park on what could be London’s shortest double yellow lines.
The diminutive double yellows, in Mossbury Road, just off Lavender Hill in Clapham, were spotted by firefighter Stewart Brown who posted...

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John Roan teachers call off strike action as school stops academy discussions

Teachers at the John Roan school in Maze Hill have called off tomorrow’s planned two-day strike action after a successful campaign against academisation.
Members of the National Union of Teachers (NUT) were balloted after the school’s governing body set up a working group to consider adopting...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/john-roan-teachers-call-off-strike-action-school-stops-academy-discussions/

Do you know this man? He is wanted by police in connection with a burglary

Dwane Mattison




Can you help police find this man?
Dwane Mattison is wanted in connection with a burglary.
He is believed to be in the Enfield area.
Anyone with information should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800555111.



















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Edwards: 'I have been told at the moment we have to work from within the club'

Andy Edwards revealed when speaking to reporters after their 2-1 loss to Portsmouth he will not be able to bring in any players at this time.
Orient fell to their third defeat in one week after a Conor Chaplin doubled sealed the victory for the hosts at Fratton Park.
Gavin Massey scored a...

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Paris takes over penalty-taking duties to great effect

Carshalton Athletic captain Paris Hamilton-Downes literally stepped up to the mark during an entertaining draw against league leaders Dorking Wanderers this week, writes James Barrett.
The defender has seen teammates miss three penalties in recent games and so took on the responsibility when...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/paris-takes-penalty-taking-duties-great-effect/

David Brent: Life on the Road reviewed - 'Funny, painful to watch and sympathetic'

Everyone who has worked in an office has encountered a David Brent, but it the man’s unfulfilled life outside work that drives Ricky Gervais’ belated big screen follow-up to his and Stephen Merchant’s early-2000s comedy series The Office.
It’s a movie that will have you laughing out loud...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/david-brent-life-road-reviewed-funny-painful-watch-sympathetic/

Sherlock's last episode and bringing Branagh’s Romeo and Juliet to the cinema – we talk to director Benjamin Caron

Sir Kenneth Branagh and his co-director Rob Ashford have assembled a staggering cast for their production of Romeo and Juliet in the West End that includes Downton Abbey’s Lily James, Game of Thrones Richard Madden, Mee ra Syal and Derek Jacobi.
And that quality extends to the man charged with...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/sherlocks-last-episode-bringing-branaghs-romeo-juliet-cinema-talk-director-benjamin-caron/

PĂ©rez Art Museum Miami gives workers' rights a stage during 'Free Second Saturday'

MIAMI – The Pérez Art Museum Miami gave artist Marisa Morán Jahn the stage on Saturday.
She is working with filmmaker Yael Melamede on “CareForce One Travelogues,” a public art project mean to amplify the voices of domestic workers.










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This 4-year-old girl has already read 1,000 books

MIAMI – Daliyah Marie Arana was about to turn 3 when she read her first book. The little girl from Gainesville, Ga., has not stopped reading since, and she has already met the “1,000 Books before Kindergarten” program goal.
The leader of the nation’s library, Carla...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/4-year-old-girl-already-read-1000-books/

Heat finish tough road trip with loss to Bucks

MILWAUKEE – Jabari Parker had 24 points and Giannis Antetokounmpo added 19 to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Miami Heat 116-108 on Friday night.
Antetokounmpo also had eight rebounds and six assists after being limited by illness throughout the week.
Greg Monroe added 16 points and 11...

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Dolphins promote Matt Burke to defensive coordinator

DAVIE, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins have stayed in-house to find their next defensive coordinator.
Linebackers coach Matt Burke was promoted to defensive coordinator, the team announced Thursday.
Burke replaces Vance Joseph, who was hired Wednesday as head coach of the Denver Broncos.
Head...

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Sanders squares off with small business owner at town hall

WASHINGTON (CNN) – Sen. Bernie Sanders and a Donald Trump supported shared a heated moment Monday night during CNN’s town hall event as the Democrat was pressed on Obama administration regulations.
Jim Jacobs, who said he was a small business owner, told Sanders he was concerned...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/sanders-squares-off-small-business-owner-town-hall/

Estate agent advertises three-bedroom South Norwood house with 'local drug dealers close by'

Any estate agent will tell you that good schools, transport links and decent shops add value to your house price.
But some would-be home-owners might be drawn to more illicit amenities, if an advert for a three-bedroom house in South Norwood is anything to go by.
Earlier today: £56k salary...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/estate-agent-advertises-three-bedroom-south-norwood-house-local-drug-dealers-close/

Plans approved for Ebbsfleet Garden City's first primary school, set to open next year

Plans for Ebbsfleet Garden City’s first primary school have been approved, with a proposed opening date of September next year.
The 420-pupil school and community centre, in Castle Hill, will also offer 26 nursery places and facilities for up to 15 special needs children.
The school was given...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/plans-approved-ebbsfleet-garden-citys-first-primary-school-set-open-next-year/

Danny Haynes double secures big win for Cray on the road at Hastings

Cray produced one of their finest away performances of the season as a first half double from Danny Haynes coupled with a stout rearguard action in the second half saw the Wands win at fellow playoff contenders Hastings United.
With the sides in ninth and tenth place and both scoring plenty of...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/danny-haynes-double-secures-big-win-cray-road-hastings/

Now there is a street food map of London

Street food is more popular than ever at the moment and south London has some amazing places to find al fresco cuisine from all over the world – and now there’s a handy map to help you find it.
Those friendly travel fellows at Expedia have created their own London Street Food Map so you can...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/now-street-food-map-london/

The next Mr Robot or Preacher? Amazon's new drama The Collection could be your new TV addiction

Streaming is no longer the future, it’s the present. When was the last time you got hooked on a show that wasn’t on Netflix, Amazon or Now TV?
While regular telly does still have its unmissable hits (hello Sherlock and Great British Bake Off), Netflix et all have given us the likes of Breaking...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/next-mr-robot-preacher-amazons-new-drama-collection-new-tv-addiction/

Rory McIlroy PGA Tour review: A few slices into the rough but it's good to have rebranded and rebooted golf game back

Remember the film Happy Gilmore starring Adam Sandler in which an ice hockey player turned golfer was prone to outrageous outbursts of obscenities?
I’m like that too when I play real golf, and indeed when I play the sport in virtual form in Rory McIlroy PGA Tour.
There’s a stage in...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/rory-mcilroy-pga-tour-review-slices-rough-good-rebranded-rebooted-golf-game-back/

Friday, July 28, 2017

Morning news update for Wanstead, Woodford, Waltham Forest, Epping Forest, Enfield and Tottenham (From This Is Local London)

Good morning. Here is everything you need to know to get through your journey smoothly today (Friday, July 28).


Weather


A few showers are possible this morning before conditions become dry with bright spells. This afternoon will be cloudy and breezy with outbreaks of rain....

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https://skpsoft.com/local/morning-news-update-for-wanstead-woodford-waltham-forest-epping-forest-enfield-and-tottenham-from-this-is-local-london/

Thursday, July 27, 2017

Inter Milan defender Davide Santon agrees terms with Sampdoria (From This Is Local London)

Inter Milan defender Davide Santon is set to snub Crystal Palace after agreeing terms with Sampdoria.


Santon, who can play as a right or left full-back, featured just 15 times for Inter last season.


And while the Eagles and Watford have expressed an interest to bring the...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/inter-milan-defender-davide-santon-agrees-terms-with-sampdoria-from-this-is-local-london/

Vanarama National League club Bromley ease to victory against Holmesdale at Oakley Road in pre-season friendly (From This Is Local London)

Bromley ran out 3-0 winners against non-league club Holmesdale in a pre-season friendly yesterday evening (July 27).


The Ravens quickly took the lead when an own goal went in after 15 minutes, before it became two six minutes from the interval.


On the hour, Jordan Higgs made it...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/vanarama-national-league-club-bromley-ease-to-victory-against-holmesdale-at-oakley-road-in-pre-season-friendly-from-this-is-local-london/

Profits Before Producers? Consolidation in Ag Inputs is Troubling for Family Farmers

Agriculture has changed dramatically since the National Farmers Union was founded nearly 114 years ago, but arguably, one of the more concerning trends in our extended history has been the perpetuated consolidation of the agricultural input sector, specifically in the seed and crop...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/profits-before-producers-consolidation-in-ag-inputs-is-troubling-for-family-farmers/

Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Morning traffic, travel and weather update (From This Is Local London)

Good morning all,


It’s Wednesday which mean we’re halfway through the week, so here’s your daily traffic, travel and weather update to get you started off in the right direction.


Weather


The Met Office is predicting a dry start to the day but with cloud, rain and winds...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/morning-traffic-travel-and-weather-update-from-this-is-local-london/

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Millwall boss Neil Harris heaps praise on Jed Wallace after Stevenage stalemate (From This Is Local London)

Neil Harris heaped praise on summer signing Jed Wallace in their goalless draw against Stevenage at the Lamex Stadium.


The 23-year-old was a constant threat down the right and Harris was keen to point that out.


He told News Shopper: “There were some excellent individual...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/millwall-boss-neil-harris-heaps-praise-on-jed-wallace-after-stevenage-stalemate-from-this-is-local-london/

Sutton United bring in two new faces, Josh Taylor and Jamie Butler (From This Is Local London)

Sutton United have signed Jamie Butler and Josh Taylor to three-month and two-year deals, the club has announced.


Speaking about the signings, manager Paul Doswell said: “Josh Taylor made my mind up within 15 minutes of watching him play against Havant [and Waterlooville] on...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/sutton-united-bring-in-two-new-faces-josh-taylor-and-jamie-butler-from-this-is-local-london/

Please, Just Stop Talking About Farm-To-Table

The third installment of “Oh dear God, please stop saying that” is targeted on farm-to-table and what that term has come to represent. (The first two in this series ranted about the use of “moist” and “nom nom,” some of the most offensive words in the English...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/please-just-stop-talking-about-farm-to-table/

Monday, July 24, 2017

Your morning traffic, travel and weather update (From This Is Local London)

Good morning,


It’s the start of a new week so here’s your daily traffic, travel and weather update to help you get you off to a flyer.


Traffic


One lane is closed on the M25 anticlockwise between J7 (Maple Cross) and J16 (M40) due to roadworks. These are expected to be...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/your-morning-traffic-travel-and-weather-update-from-this-is-local-london/

Sunday, July 23, 2017

12 men are wanted by police after a section of Millwall fans invaded the pitch and caused trouble at Wembley following play-off final win over Bradford City

Police have released images of 12 men believed to be Millwall fans involved in a pitch invasion and taunting of rival supporters and players at Wembley.


The Lions beat Bradford City in the League One play-off final on May 20.


A large number of fans from the Millwall section ran...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/12-men-are-wanted-by-police-after-a-section-of-millwall-fans-invaded-the-pitch-and-caused-trouble-at-wembley-following-play-off-final-win-over-bradford-city/

Former Sutton goalkeeper Wayne Shaw charged by FA for pie eating incident against Arsenal in FA Cup (From This Is Local London)

Former Sutton goalkeeper Wayne Shaw has been charged by the Football Association for his pie eating antics against Arsenal in the FA Cup.


Shaw, 45, was seen eating a pie on the bench in the latter stages of Sutton’s fifth-round tie in February after a bookmaker had offered odds of 8-1...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/former-sutton-goalkeeper-wayne-shaw-charged-by-fa-for-pie-eating-incident-against-arsenal-in-fa-cup-from-this-is-local-london/

9 Recipes That Celebrate Fresh Summer Produce

Summer is finally here and with it comes the produce we’ve been waiting for all year long! Whether you are shopping your local farmers market or participating in a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, these recipes will help you get creative with the best this bountiful...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/9-recipes-that-celebrate-fresh-summer-produce/

Saturday, July 22, 2017

Engineering works in Dartford and Crayford may affect your train journey this weekend (From This Is Local London)

Engineering works may disrupt your plans this weekend if you are travelling from Dartford, Crayford or Slade Green.


Network Rail will be carrying out the works that will mean a bus replacement service will be run between Slade Green, Crayford and Dartford on July 22 and 23.


Trains...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/engineering-works-in-dartford-and-crayford-may-affect-your-train-journey-this-weekend-from-this-is-local-london/

Friday, July 21, 2017

Leyton Orient sign well-travelled Romuald Boco from Accrington Stanley (From This Is Local London)

Leyton Orient’s squad strengthening ahead of their National League campaign has continued with the signing of Romuald Boco.


The French-born Benin international attacking midfielder has signed a two-year-deal and arrives at Brisbane Road after a well-travelled club career.


Having...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/leyton-orient-sign-well-travelled-romuald-boco-from-accrington-stanley-from-this-is-local-london/

Fisher 2 - 3 Cray Wanderers - Corinthian 0

Cray Wanderers continued their pre-season programme with two victories in the last week.


Firstly, on Saturday, the Wands travelled to Rotherhithe to face Fisher at the St. Pauls Stadium.  Despite dominating the first half, Cray trailed at half time courtesy of a soft penalty award.


...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/fisher-2-3-cray-wanderers-corinthian-0/

Low-Income Shoppers Now Get Discount At California Farmer Markets

When California governor Jerry Brown signed a $167 billion state budget on June 27, it included $5 million for the California Nutrition Incentives Act, which sets up a program that discounts fresh produce at farmers markets for low-income shoppers.


The $5 million state investment means...

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Thursday, July 20, 2017

Here are 10 things you should know about the new Jane Austen £10 note (From This Is Local London)

The new £10 banknote featuring Jane Austen will be issued on September 14 and will start appearing in the nation’s wallets in the following days as it leaves cash centres around the country.


Here are 10 things you should know about the new tenner:



The #NewTenPoundNote featuring...

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Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Crystal Palace submit £16m bid for Arsenal defender Calum Chambers (From This Is Local London)

Crystal Palace have made a £16m bid to sign Arsenal defender Calum Chambers.


Chambers had a successful loan spell with Middlesbrough last season, despite the club’s relegation to the Championship.


The former Southampton man is surplus to requirements at the Emirates. Arsenal are...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/crystal-palace-submit-16m-bid-for-arsenal-defender-calum-chambers-from-this-is-local-london/

Progress pleases Sutton United boss Paul Doswell as U's win at Dartford (From This Is Local London)

Sutton United recorded their first pre-season victory at the third time of asking on Tuesday night with a 1-0 success at Dartford.


Having lost 1-0 at home to both Coventry City and Hemel Hempstead Town in their first two matches, United were made to work hard against the Kent side...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/progress-pleases-sutton-united-boss-paul-doswell-as-us-win-at-dartford-from-this-is-local-london/

Bromley schoolgirl Gina Li Donni will carry on performing after ‘amazing’ experience on The Voice Kids (From This Is Local London)

A Bromley schoolgirl who made it to the final of The Voice Kids said she is going to carry on performing after the ‘amazing’ experience on the national singing competition.


Thirteen-year-old Gina Li Donni made it through to the final on Sunday after wowing the judges throughout the...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/bromley-schoolgirl-gina-li-donni-will-carry-on-performing-after-amazing-experience-on-the-voice-kids-from-this-is-local-london/

Food Waste on the Farm

Food waste doesn’t just come from your plate or the back corners of your refrigerator. Food waste starts at the farm- whether that farm covers hundreds of acres or some space on your terrace. Growing and harvesting food is not a 100% efficient process. The fate of excess lettuce is...

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Monday, July 17, 2017

Children left 'bereft' after someone steals set of animal wood carvings from outside Highfield Infants' School in Shortlands

A unique set of wood carvings have been stolen from a primary school in Shortlands.


There was a display of carved logs outside Highfield Infants’ school in Highfield Drive that represented British creatures.


But three of them were stolen between July 7 and July 10.


...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/children-left-bereft-after-someone-steals-set-of-animal-wood-carvings-from-outside-highfield-infants-school-in-shortlands/

Crystal Palace to announce arrival of Ajax defender Jairo Riedewald tomorrow (From This Is Local London)

Crystal Palace will announce the £7.9m signing of Ajax defender Jairo Riedewald tomorrow, according to reports.


Riedewald, 20, is set to fly out to meet up with his new team-mates in Hong Kong once the move is confirmed.


The young Dutch defender is reunited with Palace boss Frank...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/crystal-palace-to-announce-arrival-of-ajax-defender-jairo-riedewald-tomorrow-from-this-is-local-london/

Cray Wanderers make two big signings of Jay Leader and Barney Williams as pre-season begins (From This Is Local London)

Cray Wanderers announced two big signings as the pre-season campaign got under way.  Centre Half Jay Leader who had left the Wands in the summer to join Barking has now returned to Cray which is a massive boost to the club.  Jay was nominated for the Isthmian South Team of the Year and...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/cray-wanderers-make-two-big-signings-of-jay-leader-and-barney-williams-as-pre-season-begins-from-this-is-local-london/

The Values Connecting Impact Investing and Organic Agriculture

Iroquois Valley Farms Co-Founder and CEO, Dave Miller, makes it sound simple: “We built this company to support the businesses of our farmers.” Iroquois Valley Farms merges the worlds of socially responsible investing and organic farming to provide land access and financing to farmers...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/the-values-connecting-impact-investing-and-organic-agriculture/

Saturday, July 15, 2017

Gina Li Donni, 13, speaks of 'shock' reaching the semi-finals of The Voice Kids on ITV last Sunday (July 9). (From This Is Local London)

Bromley schoolgirl Gina Li Donni is ‘really happy and excited’ about reaching the semi-finals of The Voice Kids this weekend.


The 13-year-old, from Bishop Justus School, spoke to News Shopper after impressing judge Will.i.am in The Battles when she competed against two other...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/gina-li-donni-13-speaks-of-shock-reaching-the-semi-finals-of-the-voice-kids-on-itv-last-sunday-july-9-from-this-is-local-london/

Charlton boss Karl Robinson on futures of Cristian Ceballos and Naby Sarr

Charlton manager Karl Robinson admits he doesn’t know whether Cristian Ceballos and Naby Sarr will be at the Valley this season.


Ceballos and Sarr failed to adjust to English football and spent last season on loan at Sint-Truiden and Red Star Paris, respectively.


But the...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/charlton-boss-karl-robinson-on-futures-of-cristian-ceballos-and-naby-sarr/

Welling United 0-3 Charlton Athletic (From This Is Local London)

Cameron Stewart starred for Charlton Athletic when they visited Welling United in Park View Road’s traditional curtain raiser.


Stewart, a trialist having previously been at Ipswich Town, provided the crosses that resulted in both goals for the Addicks.


It was not all one...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/welling-united-0-3-charlton-athletic-from-this-is-local-london/

Shattering Stereotypes: This Week In Daily Giving

Whether or not one committed the crime, when one is released from prison the community often fosters their own reality of that person. It goes without saying that reintegration back into a society once familiar proves to be challenging and unwelcoming. In the small southwestern town of...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/shattering-stereotypes-this-week-in-daily-giving/

Thursday, July 13, 2017

Public consultation on proposed transformation of Fiveways in Waddon has begun (From This Is Local London)

Public consultation has commenced regarding proposed improvements to Fiveways in Waddon.


Croydon Council and Transport for London are proposing the changes to make Waddon “safer, more accessible and pleasant”.


The plans are designed to combat traffic congestion in the area.


...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/public-consultation-on-proposed-transformation-of-fiveways-in-waddon-has-begun-from-this-is-local-london/

Crystal Palace eye experienced Premier League defender Bacary Sagna (From This Is Local London)

Crystal Palace are keen to bring experienced Premier League defender Bacary Sagna to Selhurst Park.


Sagna, 34, is a free agent following his release from Manchester City in May.


The France international is also being chased by Palace’s top-flight rivals West Brom.


Sagna has...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/crystal-palace-eye-experienced-premier-league-defender-bacary-sagna-from-this-is-local-london/

Bromley supporter and author Dave Roberts reminisces on time supporting the club as it celebrates 125 years (From This Is Local London)

Bromley Football Club is celebrating its 125th anniversary this season and we spoke to one of the club’s most hardcore fans has followed the Lilywhites for 51 years.


Dave Roberts, author of The Bromley Boys, spoke to News Shopper about his experiences as a Bromley fan over half...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/bromley-supporter-and-author-dave-roberts-reminisces-on-time-supporting-the-club-as-it-celebrates-125-years-from-this-is-local-london/

Love Islanders Jess and Dom will be holding a meet and greet in Bluewater this weekend (From This Is Local London)

Shoppers in Bluewater have the chance to meet Love Islands ‘most talked about’ couple at a meet and greet this weekend.


Jess and Dom will be appearing instore at Misguided on Saturday.


The couple will travel in Missguided style in a pink lips taxi, hosting a Facebook live...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/love-islanders-jess-and-dom-will-be-holding-a-meet-and-greet-in-bluewater-this-weekend-from-this-is-local-london/

We Grow Enough Food. Getting It On To People's Plates Is The Problem.

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World leaders have agreed to the ambitious goal of eradicating hunger by 2030. The scale of the problem is daunting. Every day 800 million people go to bed with empty stomachs and more than 8,000 children die needlessly from conditions linked to under-nutrition....

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https://skpsoft.com/local/we-grow-enough-food-getting-it-on-to-peoples-plates-is-the-problem/

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

The wait may be over for a new Post Office in Crayford (From This Is Local London)

Plans have emerged to re-open a Post Office in Crayford just 200 metres from the old site.


The Crayford Post Office, located in Crayford Road, closed in July 2016 following the withdrawal of the premises for Post Office Use.


A new operator has been appointed to run a new branch in...

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https://skpsoft.com/local/the-wait-may-be-over-for-a-new-post-office-in-crayford-from-this-is-local-london/

Steve Davis committed to restoring O's pride with prolonged Leyton Orient management stint (From This Is Local London)

Martin Ling introduced him as a man who understands the Leyton Orient philosophy, and new O’s boss Steve Davis’ ambition was evident during his first press conference.


The former Crewe Alexandra and Nantwich Town manager believes Orient are far better than the National League standing...

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Bromley sign former Reading academy graduate Frankie Raymond from Dagenham and Redbridge, the club has announced (From This Is Local London)

Bromley have signed midfielder Frankie Raymond from Dagenham and Redbridge, the club has announced.


Raymond, 24, has become the ninth addition to the squad by manager Neil Smith this summer ahead of the upcoming Vanarama National League campaign.


Smith said: “I am delighted to...

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Secret Garden: This Week In Daily Giving

Flowers shower many of our life events. Little may we know that the same flowers we toss down aisles or deliver to our loved ones are grown in secret Colombian gardens by female farmers often stripped of proper pay and trade unions. The process is long and tedious and one we take for granted...

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Sunday, July 9, 2017

It's time to have a serious discussion about teenagers eating breakfast (From This Is Local London)

In an ideal world, nobody would ever be allowed to go hungry.


This is not an ideal world however.


That’s why it’s sad to hear the news that eighty-two per cent of teachers in Britain see teenagers frequently coming to school hungry.


Even more disheartening is that four in 10...

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Former Leyton Orient striker Gavin Massey joins League One Wigan Athletic (From This Is Local London)

Former Leyton orient striker Gavin Massey has found a new club after joining Wigan Athletic.


The 24-year-old has agreed a two-year deal with the Latics after deciding to leave the O’s after their relegation to the National League.


Massey joined the O’s in June 2016 and scored...

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Welling United will travel to face Truro City on the opening day of the 2017/18 Vanarama National League season (From This Is Local London)

Welling United will travel to face Truro City on the opening day of the 2017/18 season.


The Vanarama National League fixtures for the upcoming season were released on Wednesday (July 5), with the club entering its second consecutive season in the southern conference since relegation...

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Love Island T-shirts go on sale in Bromley Primark (From This Is Local London)

Love Island fans rejoice!


You’ve watched them meet, graft, get texts, even have sex – and now you can wear the T-shirt to proudly display your superfan status.


From today, selected Primark stores including Bromley will be stocking a range of Love Island T-shirts...

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My 'Pathetic' Life As A Small Farmer-Vendor

Remember the Salon article: “What nobody told me about small farming: I can’t make a living”? It caused quite a stir when it was published in early 2015. Even though the author, Jaclyn Moyer, received a lot of sympathy, a fair portion of the feedback was negative; many accused the author of...

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Friday, July 7, 2017

Beckenham seven-year-old Wren Sharrock raises over £1,000 for donating her hair to charity The Little Princess Trust (From This Is Local London)

Three years of careful calculations were all so this seven-year-old Beckenham girl could give another little girl something she didn’t have.


Wren Sharrock had been growing and measuring the length of her hair since she was four years old for one purpose.


She intended to have it...

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AFC Wimbledon and Luton Town in Barnet's Checkatrade Trophy group (From This Is Local London)

Barnet have found out two of the three sides they will face in their Checkatrade Trophy group.


EFL Clubs have been placed into groups to minimise travel for clubs and fans following feedback and as a result the Bees have been paired with AFC Wimbledon and Luton Town.


The third...

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Bromley will host Eastleigh at Hayes Lane on the opening day of the 2017/18 Vanarama National League season, it has been announced

Bromley will host Eastleigh at Hayes Lane on the opening day of the 2017/18 season.


The Vanarama National League fixtures for the upcoming campaign were released on Wednesday (July 5), with this now the third consecutive time the club have played at home on the opening day since...

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Sony HT-MT300 compact sound bar review

Homes in London are shrinking in size but our thirst for new technology keeps increasing.


Stats show the UK has some of the smallest properties in Europe, with the average sized UK home 44 per cent smaller than a century ago.


In the capital, the average first-time buyer is paying...

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Farmers Are People Too | HuffPost

On how hard we work and what we expect from others.



Credit: Neil Palmer (CIAT) – http://www.flickr.com/photos/ciat/5471862690/



It’s a foregone conclusion amongst food and ag writers that there is something wrong with the way we grow food in America. Paging through the...

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Wednesday, July 5, 2017

Yellow warning for thunderstorms issued by Met Office (From This Is Local London)

As the temperature rises in London, so too has the chance of thunderstorms hitting the capital.


The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms for today and tomorrow, July 6-7.


While each individual storm will be small and isolated, in those storms up to 88mm of rain...

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AFC Wimbledon sign Sheffield United goalkeeper George Long on loan for the rest of the season (From This Is Local London)

AFC Wimbledon have signed Sheffield United goalkeeper George Long on loan for the remainder of the season, the club has announced.
Long, 23, arrives at the Kingsmeadow following the recent departure of former Arsenal academy graduate James Shea to Luton Town on a free transfer.
Manager Neal...

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Fixtures for Vanarama National League to be released today, with Sutton United, Bromley and others finding out their fate (From This Is Local London)

Fixtures for the upcoming 2017/18 Vanarama National League will be released later today (July 5).


There will be several London clubs fighting for a place back into the Football League this campaign, including Sutton United and Bromley who will play in the same division.


Hampton...

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Sustainable Incentives: How Not to Eat the Planet

A farmer waters grass at a research centre that works to regenerate endangered native species and introduce varieties that are better adapted to hotter, drier conditions in Mopti, Mali. ©IFAD/Amadou Keita
More than seven billion people currently call our planet home, and their lives depend...

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Monday, July 3, 2017

New £2.2million hanger for executive jets to be built at Biggin Hill Airport (From This Is Local London)

A £2.2million, 60,000 sq ft new hanger for executive jets is set to be built at London Biggin Hill Airport.


Construction is already underway for the steel structure, which will provide parking for 11 jets alongside office space.


The new hanger is due to be completed later this...

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Crystal Palace Ladies extend stay of last year's leading scorer, Gemma Bryan, at Hayes Lane (From This Is Local London)

Gemma Bryan has ended speculation of a move away from Hayes Lane by signing a new contract with Crystal Palace Ladies, the club has announced.


It has been reported that there was significant interest from clubs in the FA Women’s Super League, including some significant offers, given...

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Maxime Biamou leaves Sutton United for League Two Coventry City (From This Is Local London)

Sutton United striker Maxime Biamou has left the club to sign for League Two side Coventry City.


The 26-year-old Frenchman, who scored 14 goals in 51 appearances for the U’s, has penned a two year deal with the Sky Blues for an undisclosed fee.


Biamou was one of the stars of last...

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Communication for Climate-Smart Farming | HuffPost

One of the ultimate injustices of climate change is that those who have contributed to it the least are those most vulnerable to its impacts. Highly dependent on small-scale and rainfed agriculture, sub-Saharan Africa stands to be struck severely by climatic instability. Thankfully, radio...

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Saturday, July 1, 2017

Here are the areas in south-east London with the best and worst broadband speeds (From This Is Local London)

If you found yourself thinking you had slower broadband speeds in Lewisham compared to other south-east London homes, then this latest research will have proven you correct.
Lewisham has slower broadband speeds compared to any other borough in south-east London, according to a new analysis...

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Danny Webb and Ross Embleton return to Leyton Orient on coaching team (From This Is Local London)

Leyton Orient have announced Ross Embleton and Danny Webb have returned to Leyton Orient on the coaching team.
Embleton, who previously worked with the O’s Centre of Excellence of Youth Development Manager, returns as the first team Assistant Coach.
Meanwhile, Webb also returns as the...

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New Cray Wanderers Soccer School launched this Saturday (From This Is Local London)

Saturday 1st July 2017 sees a ground breaking new venture for Cray Wanderers FC as the Cray Wanderers Soccer School is launched at North Kent College in Dartford, in association with New Generation Sports.


The sessions will be delivered by CWFC First Team Manager and First Team Coach...

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south Londoner Tom Holland the perfect fit in sharp Marvel reboot (From This Is Local London)

Even among Marvel’s roster of superheroes, Spider-Man is the stand-out that people recognise and love. But he has not been part of the famed Marvel Cinematic Universe until now – and it has been worth the wait.


After a soft (and rapturously received) intro in the shared universe in...

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Stop What You're Doing And Look At This Calendar Of Sexy French Farmers

The French have given the world so many fantastic things and this calendar is no exception.



Fred Goudon



Courtesy of photographer Fred Goudon, The French Farmers Calendar is a celebration of the farming profession.


A celebration that lasts all year long.



Fred Goudon




Fred...

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Thursday, June 29, 2017

Bromley man arrested in Met Police fraud probe after 'pretending his wife and son died in the Grenfell Tower fire' (From This Is Local London)

Police have arrested a Bromley man who allegedly pretended he lost family members in the Grenfell Tower fire.
The Met Police say the 52-year-old came forward in the immediate aftermath of the tragedy in North Kensington on June 14 which killed at least 80 people.
He claimed his wife and son...

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Leyton Orient announce pre-season friendlies ahead of 2017/18 National League campaign (From This Is Local London)

Leyton Orient have confirmed their pre-season schedule ahead of their 2017/18 National League campaign.


The fixtures start with a trip to Harlow Town on July 15 (3pm), before travelling to Burnham Rangers on July 18 (7.45pm) then Greenwich Borough on July 22 (3pm).


The O’s...

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Welling Town will host Vanarama National League South side Welling United next week (From This Is Local London)

The two biggest football clubs in Welling are set to go head-to-head a week from today (July 6).


Welling Town will entertain Vanarama National League South rivals Welling United in a pre-season friendly at Bayliss Avenue in Thamesmead, with kick-off scheduled for 7:45 pm.


United,...

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Here is everything we know about the upcoming Hatton Garden heist film starring Michael Caine and Ray Winstone (From This Is Local London)

Earlier in the week, three legendary actors were spotted filming scenes for an upcoming blockbuster based on one of Britain’s most famous crimes.


Those actors were none other than Jim Broadbent, Michael Caine and Ray Winstone – and the film is based the Hatton Garden robbery.


...

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Five things about Apple's smartphone we take for granted now which were amazing at first (From This Is Local London)

Today is the 10th anniversary of the iPhone first going on sale.
Since June 29, 2007 Apple has sold more than one billion units of the smartphone worldwide.
An iPhone is sold nearly every second on online marketplace eBay, with 2013’s iPhone 5C surprisingly the most popular...

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The Faulty Thinking of Climate Skeptics

It may be that the intellectual flim-flam around global climate change will never end. It seems to rise from the grave again and again. Right now, it is stalking zombie-like through the new Administration and Congress.
Over at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),...

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Tuesday, June 27, 2017

South-east London's missing people: 13 cases from Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and Lewisham

Aged between 15 and 63, and coming from all over south-east London, these 13 people have one thing in common.


For days, months and even years in a couple of cases, they are all missing.


The loved ones left behind when these people disappeared are searching for them and want to...

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Leyton Orient announce season ticket prices for their 2017/18 National League Campaign (From This Is Local London)

Season ticket prices were confirmed by Leyton Orient for their forthcoming season in the Vanarama National League.


Tickets in the Baskin Robbins North Family Stand will cost £179 for adults and £129 for Concessions. Tickets around the ground will cost £49 for Under-18s and £9 for...

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6 TV and Hollywood stars who studied at Rose Bruford College of Theatre Performance in Sidcup (From This Is Local London)

Did you know that some of the UK’s most iconic movie and TV stars studied in a college in Sidcup?
The Rose Bruford College of Theatre Performance has just been named as one of the highest quality institutions to learn in the country.
READ MORE: Rose Bruford theatre college named as one...

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Trump May Cost American Farmers $2 Billion In Lost Exports

While Donald Trump is bombastic about Mexico dispatching rapists and killers to the USA, American farmers are nervous. The same tactics could be transformative for Argentina’s farmers.


Argentine Farmers Give Away Food to Protest Low Prices


Juan padded into the kitchen in the two-room...

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Sunday, June 25, 2017

Body found in Lewisham Park in Hither Green (From This Is Local London)

A body has been found in Lewisham Park in Hither Green.


Police and forensics attended yesterday evening (June 24) and the death is being treated as “unexplained”.


Police say they were called by the London Ambulance Service at 5.56pm on Saturday, June 24, to reports of an...

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Martin Ling delighted to be 'home' at Brisbane Road in new director of football role (From This Is Local London)

Leyton Orient’s new director of football Martin Ling admitted it was a ‘bit surreal’ to be back at Brisbane Road after all those years.


The 50-year-old returned to the O’s in a new role after leaving the club in 2009.  Ling was certainly the correct man for the...

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Friday, June 23, 2017

We’ll drink to that – these pubs have all opened in south-east London and north Kent since the 2008 recession (From This Is Local London)

It has been nine years since the recession. A lot can happen in nine years, we have had three prime ministers, voted to leave the EU and been knocked out of many international football tournaments.
In that time, loads of pubs have opened in south-east London and north Kent. Here is our pick...

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Leyton Orient have appointed former player and boss Martin Ling as director of football (From This Is Local London)

Martin Ling has made a welcomed return to Leyton Orient after the club appointed him as director of football.


Yesterday, it was revealed long life Orient Fan Nigel Travis completed the purchase of the club as the head of Eagle Investments 2017 Ltd.


The chairman revealed yesterday...

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Former Arsenal and Nottingham Forest midfielder Josh Rees signs for Bromley (From This Is Local London)

Bromley Football Club have made a major addition to their ranks with a young star ahead of the upcoming Vanarama National League season.


Former Arsenal and Nottingham Forest midfielder Josh Rees has joined The Ravens at Hayes Lane, the club announced on its website.


Rees, 23, was...

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Sainsbury's has changed its policy on killing foxes following calls to boycott its Crayford superstore (From This Is Local London)

A supermarket chain has changed its policy on pest control following pressure from campaigners after foxes were killed at a Bexley store.


Sainsbury’s came under pressure from wildlife campaigners and activists after three male foxes were killed at the Crayford Superstore.


There...

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Millwall start 2017/18 Championship season with away fixture at Nottingham Forest (From This Is Local London)

Sky Bet Championship new boys Millwall will kick-off their 2017/18 campaign away to Nottingham Forest on August 5 at The City Ground.


The club come off the back of a superb season, clinching promotion in a 1-0 win at Wembley against Bradford City after finishing in sixth place in...

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Maidenhead United 3-0 Welling United (From This Is Local London)

Three first half goals were sufficient for league leaders Maidenhead United to see a below par Welling United off.
Dean Inman tried his luck early on with a speculative overhead shot that flew well over.
Then Dave Tarpey got in behind but the Magpies’ hot shot fired wide.
In a rare...

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These are the places you can watch open air cinema in south east London and north Kent (From This Is Local London)

With the weather taking a distinctly un-British turn lately, Londoners will be looking for more excuses to stay outdoors.


One of the best activities for people looking for an evening out would be outdoor cinemas.


A number of outdoor cinemas are going to be set up in venues around...

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Monday, June 19, 2017

Man held over Finsbury Park attack is dad-of-four Darren Osborne (From This Is Local London)

A man held by police over the Finsbury Park attack has been identified as 47-year-old father of four Darren Osborne.


Osborne, from Cardiff, was arrested after pedestrians were targeted by a man driving a van near Finsbury Park Mosque in north London early on Monday.


Witnesses...

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Reece Oxford could make the switch to Germany to play for Borussia Monchengladbach from West Ham United (From This Is Local London)

Reece Oxford could be set for a temporary move away from West Ham United, with national media reports claiming he is closing in on a season-long-loan move to Borussia Monchengladbach.


Reports claim that Oxford is in Germany for advanced talks and to agree a season long loan to the...

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Welling United 0-0 Hungerford Town (From This Is Local London)

Improved defending was key to Welling claiming a point at home to Hungerford Town.


Two new centre halves were introduced to replace the injured three on the Welling books. Ben Martin started his second spell at the club and Phil Walsh came in alongside him while matt Fish returned...

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Saturday, June 17, 2017

93-year-old from Hampstead publishes poetry collection from care home Sunrise of Chorleywood with employee from Pinner (From This Is Local London)

An author aged 93 has self-published three books of poetry on “love and life”.


The works, by Lee Robinson, a resident at Sunrise of Chorleywood who turns 94 in July, are titled Only Yesterday. However they is not his only written works.


“My earlier books were very technical,” he...

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Charlton sign Bradford winger Mark Marshall on two-year deal (From This Is Local London)

Charlton have signed Bradford winger Mark Marshall on a two-year deal.
Marshall, 30, was a stand-out performer for Bradford as they reached last season’s League One play-off final. His contract was due to expire this summer.
He becomes Karl Robinson’s second summer signing and will link up...

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Kingstonian appoint Craig Edwards as manager following Tommy Williams sacking (From This Is Local London)

Kingstonian have appointed Craig Edwards as manger following the sacking of Tommy Williams.


The former Billericay Town manager, who ended a 35-year dry spell for the club by winning the league in 2012, will take over with Ks having slipped into the relegation zone.


Tommy Williams...

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Thursday, June 15, 2017

Outrage grows after Grenfell Tower blaze as death toll rises (From This Is Local London)

Anger was building today over the blaze at Grenfell Tower as Theresa May ordered a public inquiry in to the disaster.


Amid the huge relief effort, which saw hundreds of people donate all the food, clothes, and water they could, there were murmurings of a community frustrated that...

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Oxford United set to beat Charlton to signing of Partick Thistle defender Liam Lindsay

Charlton are set to miss out on Partick Thistle defender Liam Linsday, according to reports.


The Addicks’ League One rivals Oxford United have had a bid in the region of £350,000 accepted by the Jags.


Lindsay, 21, scored seven goals from defence in the Scottish Premiership last...

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Former Arsenal youngster Roarie Deacon leaves Sutton for Dundee (From This Is Local London)

Sutton star Roarie Deacon has joined Dundee.


Deacon scored 11 goals for the U’s last season as they reached the fifth-round of the FA Cup.


The non-league side were knocked out by Premier League giants Arsenal, but the winger impressed against his former club.


Deacon, 25, was...

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#BringBackFunHouse crowdfunder campaign aims to turn Fun House kids' TV show into live experience attraction for adults in London

Fun house, it’s a quiz, it’s a race, a real wacky place …


Classic 90s kids’ TV show Fun House could be making a comeback – but not on our screens just yet.





Instead, a group of telly producers have launched a £650,000 crowdfunder to reproduce the show experience as...

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Tuesday, June 13, 2017

4 Bromley places to eat with zero stars for food hygiene – and 68 others including restaurants, cafes, takeaways, shops and sports clubs with one-star ratings

More than 70 food outlets around the Bromley borough have been told their hygiene needs urgent or major improvement.


Our gallery above shows the 72 places to eat with the lowest scores in the area – and it includes four businesses given the worst possible rating of zero stars.


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Joe Ledley open to playing abroad following Crystal Palace release (From This Is Local London)

Joe Ledley is ready to play abroad following his release from Crystal Palace.
Ledley, 30, was frozen out by former Eagles boss Sam Allardyce in the second half of the season as the club avoided relegation.
The Wales star left Palace after three-and-a-half years – and is keeping his options...

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Ola Sogbanmu returns to Carshalton Athletic (From This Is Local London)

Carshalton Athletic are continuing to revamp their squad for next season but fans will recognise the latest name to commit themselves to Colston Avenue.


The versatile Ola Sogbanmu, who was with the club four seasons ago, has decided to re-don Robins red after most recently appearing...

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Sunday, June 11, 2017

Elderly man taken to hospital after Erith car crash (From This Is Local London)

An elderly man was taken to hospital after a car crash in Erith.


Police were called at around 2.30pm yesterday to reports of two cars crashed in Belmont Road.


London Ambulance service took the man, in his 80s, and a woman, in her 40s, to hospital.


Their injuries are not...

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Millwall sign AFC Wimbledon striker Tom Elliott (From This Is Local London)

Millwall have signed AFC Wimbledon striker Tom Elliott on a two-year deal.


Elliott, 26, scored 13 goals for the Dons last season, and netted against the Lions in January.


He will officially join Neil Harris’ side on July 1 when his Dons contract expires.


Harris said:...

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Cray Wanderers vs Herne Bay - 29/3/17

Cray Wanderers are in midweek action at Hayes Lane on Wednesday for the final time this season as they face Herne Bay in a Kent Derby.  Kick off is 7.45pm.  The game takes place at the third time of asking after earlier postponements back at the end of January and also earlier this...

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Friday, June 9, 2017

First time voter Oliver Finney says he was denied his chance to vote in Twickenham 'because his name had already been crossed

A first-time voter says he was denied his right to vote in last night’s (June 8) General Elections because his name had already been crossed off.


Oliver Finney, 18, a student at Teddington School, said he turned up to the St John’s Ambulance polling station in Park Road at about...

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Crystal Palace reject Marseille’s opening bid for Steve Mandanda (From This Is Local London)

Crystal Palace have rejected Marseille’s opening bid for Steve Mandanda, according to reports in France.


The Eagles signed Mandanda on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee from Marseille last summer.


But the Ligue 1 side want to bring the Selhurst Park flop back to France.


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Cray Wanderers 2 - 1 Herne Bay (From This Is Local London)

Cray Wanderers made it back to back wins following up Saturday’s win at Whyteleafe with victory against Herne Bay at Hayes Lane in an enthralling evening’s entertainment.  This ended a five game losing run at home and moved Cray up to 10th place in the league table.
An entertaining first 35...

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Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Kingston and Surbiton candidates outline their approaches to Brexit before the general election (From This Is Local London)

With the general election today, the Surrey Comet has asked all the candidates for Kingston and Surbiton for their positions on four important issues: health, the economy, Brexit and education.


These are the candidates’ approaches to Brexit.


Graham Matthews, Ukip




We have...

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Forgotten Crystal Palace midfielder Jonny Williams signs new contract (From This Is Local London)

Jonny Williams has signed a new contract with Crystal Palace.


Williams, who has not played for the Eagles in nearly three years, has struggled with injuries throughout his career.


The 23-year-old came through Palace’s academy and has been loaned out six times since 2014.


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Carshalton Athletic hot-shot Mickel Miller looking forward to crucial Guernsey test (From This Is Local London)

Carshalton Athletic forward Mickel Miller took the plaudits as his hat-trick helped his side continue their assault on the Ryman South play-offs.
His three goals, including one penalty, contributed to a 4-1 win over visiting Herne Bay last Saturday and took Miller’s personal tally to 18 for...

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Monday, June 5, 2017

Catering firm teaches kids where their food comes from with hands-on digging experience (From This Is Local London)

A catering firm is teaching kids where their food comes from with a hands-on digging experience.
The pilot scheme at an Orpington primary school, which will eventually be rolled out into other schools across the capital, encourages children to grow their own food and learn about healthy...

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Former Crystal Palace chairman Simon Jordan wary of Sean Dyche appointment (From This Is Local London)

Former Crystal Palace chairman Simon Jordan thinks Sean Dyche is not the right fit for the club.


Burnley boss Dyche is the favourite to succeed Sam Allardyce at Selhurst Park.


Dyche has been touted as a future England manager after leading the Clarets to Premier League safety last...

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Adeniyi adds Jordan Cheadle and Danny Dudley to Carshalton Athletic squad (From This Is Local London)

Carshalton Athletic have moved to strengthen their defence ahead of the new Ryman South season beginning in August.


While their forwards were scoring for fun last season, and the style of play favoured by player/manager Peter Adeniyi won the club many admirers, only two clean sheets...

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Saturday, June 3, 2017

6 dead after people hit by van in London Bridge and stabbings in Borough Market (From This Is Local London)

Six people have been killed in terror attacks in London Bridge and Borough Market.
A speeding van ploughed into pedestrians before three attackers began stabbing people.
The Met Police tweeted: “At 0025hrs 4/6/17 the incidents at #LondonBridge & #BoroughMarket were declared as...

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What Steve Parish wants from new Crystal Palace manager (From This Is Local London)

Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish wants the club’s next manager to build a long-term project.


The Eagles are managerless after Sam Allardyce, who was appointed in December, resigned last month.


Palace’s last manager to spend more than two years at Selhurst Park was Neil Warnock...

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K's fans must get behind new boss Craig Edwards (From This Is Local London)

Nobody likes to see a manager lose his job but Tommy Williams must have known the end was nigh at Kingstonian after six straight defeats left them in the relegation zone of the Ryman Premier League.


The club’s board acted swiftly in the wake of Saturday’s 2-1 defeat at Burgess Hill...

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Thursday, June 1, 2017

Harrow Open Studios marks 10 years with displays in Harrow-on-the-Hill, Stanmore, Kenton and Hatch End (From This Is Local London)

Harrow Open Studios is celebrating its tenth year in 2017, with happenings kicking off on Saturday, June 3 and running until Sunday, June 11.
A total of 39 artists will be exhibiting and they include 10 new additions to those who have exhibited in previous years.
One of Swati Bhalotia’s...

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how have Blackpool succeeded where Leyton Orient failed? (From This Is Local London)

Leyton Orient’s disastrous season drew to a close four weeks ago against Blackpool, a team with which The O’s share some similarities.


Both sets of fans came together before the game to stage a protest calling for their respective owners, Francesco Becchetti at Orient and Owen Oyston...

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Kingstonian face Leatherhead in Ryman Premier League relegation battle (From This Is Local London)

KINGSTONIAN go into the last six matches of the season with a new manager having appointed former Billericay boss Craig Edwards earlier this week.


K’s poor recent form has seen them plummet into the Ryman Premier Division relegation zone and last weekend’s crucial 2-1 defeat at fellow...

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This Dartford student has landed an east end role (From This Is Local London)

A student in Dartford has landed the east end role of a lifetime by joining the cast of Eastenders.
Clair Norris, a Higher National Certificate student at the Miskin Theatre at North Kent College, Oakfield Lane, will join the cast of the BBC One soap.
She will play Bernadette, part of the...

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Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Man taken to hospital after Bromley moped crash (From This Is Local London)

A man has been taken to hospital following a moped crash near Bromley Common.
The moped crashed into a parked car in Crown Lane today at about 1.45pm and the rider was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Another moped, with a pillion passenger, left the scene before...

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Crystal Palace striker Christian Benteke called up to Belgium squad (From This Is Local London)

Crystal Palace striker Christian Benteke called up to Belgium squad (From This Is Local London)


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Homesick Welling crash at Chelmsford (From This Is Local London)

Having claimed the points needed to stave off relegation, Welling United visited Chelmsford City hoping to have the freedom to express themselves.


Sadly, they put in another disappointing away performance and crashed to defeat despite leading at half time.


Ben Martin failed to...

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Star Wars Identities at The 02 in Greenwich (From This Is Local London)

In light of the fact that the Star Wars franchise has had a new lease of life with the recent success of Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Star Wars: The Last Jedi (due out December 15, 2017) and Star Wars: Hans Solo Anthology (due May 25, 2018), I...

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Sunday, May 28, 2017

This week’s top news stories in Harrow (From This Is Local London)

Missed any of the top news stories in Harrow this week? Catch up in our weekly roundup…


14-year-old boys accused of killing man ‘dropped glove in getaway minicab’


A group of teenagers accused of stabbing a 19-year-old to death dropped a rubber glove in a minicab...

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Leyton Orient Fans Trust set out their test guidelines for any new owner at Brisbane Road (From This Is Local London)

The Leyton Orient Fans Trust (LOFT) have released their own set of guidelines in their ‘fit and proper test’ for any new owner at Brisbane Road to adhere to.


It comes after it was revealed last week that owner Francesco Becchetti was set to meet two potential buyers of the...

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Three Bridges 0 -4 Cray Wanderers (From This Is Local London)

The re-arranged contest between Three Bridges and Cray Wanderers ended in the Wands favour as an emphatic finish to the game saw Cray come away with a 4-0 win away from home for the second time this season.


The match was played at East Grinstead Town following the Jubilee Fields pitch...

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Friday, May 26, 2017

Bearded dragon rescued from Mottingham house fire (From This Is Local London)

Bearded dragon rescued from Mottingham house fire (From This Is Local London)


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Millwall pair Shane Ferguson and Jimmy Abdou earn international call-ups (From This Is Local London)

Millwall stars Shane Ferguson and Jimmy Abdou have earned international call-ups.


Ferguson will link up with his Northern Ireland team-mates for their friendly with New Zealand, before travelling to Azerbaijan for a crucial 2018 World Cup qualifier on June 10.


Michael O’Neill’s...

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Carshalton Athletic boss Adeniyi aims to build on impressive season (From This Is Local London)

Carshalton Athletic player/boss Peter Adeniyi will remain at Colston Avenue next season and is “quietly confident” he can improve on his first year as a manager.


After a real rollercoaster season of unbeaten runs and unexpected defeats, The Robins missed out on a Ryman...

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Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Traders call for fairy lights and decorations to 'improve' appearance of street in South Harrow (From This Is Local London)

Traders are calling for fairy lights and decorations to be placed on lampposts along a road in a bid to “improve” the appearance of their area during Diwali and Christmas.


Members of the South Harrow Traders Association met at The Golden Sip, in Northolt Road, South Harrow on...

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Leyton Orient Fans Trust tell owner Francesco Becchetti time is running out ahead of court hearing (From This Is Local London)

The Leyton Orient Fan Trust (LOFT) have revealed they will seek administration on behalf of creditors at the Royal Courts of Justice on June 12.


This will only occur only do this as a ‘last resort’ in order to save the club if there is no other option on the table.


A...

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Carshalton Athletic duo Bradford and Price extend contracts (From This Is Local London)

Carshalton Athletic, after just missing out on the Ryman South play-offs last month, have begun plotting for the new season by securing two of its brightest lights.


Top scorer Tommy Bradford, whom hit 31 goals last season, and defender Bobby Price will both be at Colston Avenue come...

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Brad Pitt and Sir Ben Kingsley filmed scenes for War Machine in Croydon's Addington Palace (From This Is Local London)

A Hollywood blockbuster opening in cinemas this week features scenes shot with Brad Pitt in Croydon.


War Machine opens in UK cinemas and on Netflix on Friday (May 26).


Scenes were filmed over two days in September and October 2015 in Addington Palace.


The scenes in the Croydon...

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Stagecoach looking for engineer apprentices (From This Is Local London)

STAGECOACH in South Wales has invited potential engineers to apply for its apprenticeship scheme.


The bus company is offering places on its bus engineers’ programme which begins in September and October of each year.


The scheme aims to recruit and train the people who are...

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Monday, May 22, 2017

An empty space in Wimbledon Village will be filled by a new Thai restaurant over the summer (From This Is Local London)

A new Thai restaurant will open up in Wimbledon Village this summer.


The new 80-seat restaurant will be the seventh branch of Patara Thai in London and promises to provide “authentically different fine Thai dining.”


It is moving into the former Aubaine...

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EFL slams ‘unacceptable’ behaviour of ‘mindless’ Millwall fans (From This Is Local London)

The English Football League (EFL) has slammed the ‘unacceptable’ behaviour of ‘mindless’ Millwall fans for invading Wembley’s pitch.


But the EFL praised Lions boss Neil Harris and his players for trying to remove supporters from the surface following their League One play-off final...

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Sutton United boss Doswell raids rivals to sign Kenny Davis, Ross Lafayette and Moses Emmanuel (From This Is Local London)

Sutton United have made three eye-catching signings as they prepare for their second season in the Vanarama National League.


United manager Paul Doswell has lured former Braintree and Borehamwood midfielder Kenny Davis to Gander Green Lane where he will be joined by ex-Dover Athletic...

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Nicole Kidman stars as 70s Croydon comes to the big screen in Neil Gaiman adaptation How to Talk to Girls at Parties (From This Is Local London)

Croydon is set to star on the big screen once again as the town in the 1970s is brought to life in a film featuring Nicole Kidman.


Sci-Fi rom-com How to Talk to Girls at Parties, based on Neil Gaiman’s short story about two teenage boys who find out that girls are very different...

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Sunday, May 21, 2017

The 'Danger Squad' is being brought in to teach school kids about emergency situations (From This Is Local London)

A new programme for school children which helps prepare students for emergency situations is being introduced in classrooms across London.


The new initiative called ‘The Danger Squad’ targets KS1 learners aged five to seven and teaches them how to correctly respond to emergency...

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Saturday, May 20, 2017

Man stabbed at East Croydon Station in broad daylight (From This Is Local London)

A man in his 20s has been stabbed at East Croydon station in broad daylight.


He has been taken to hospital and a British Transport Police spokesman said his injuries were “not believed to be serious”.


They said: “We were called at 12.58pm to East Croydon station,...

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Neil Harris heaps praise on Wembley hero Steve Morison after Millwall beat Bradford (From This Is Local London)

Neil Harris heaped praise on Steve Morison after the striker’s late goal at Wembley secured Millwall’s promotion back to the Championship.
The tie appeared to be heading for extra-time before Morison rifled home from close-range with just five minutes remaining.
Morison has played over 200...

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Carshalton Athletic sign Raheem Sterling-Parker (From This Is Local London)

Carshalton Athletic have boosted their already impressive array of forward talent with the first new signing ahead of their next season.


Although the Robins hit over 100 goals in the Ryman South last time out, player/manager Peter Adeniyi believes his side should’ve scored more and...

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Posh backyard cinema with unlimited waitered cocktails is coming to Greenwich Peninsula (From This Is Local London)

Cinemagoers will be able to relax with waitered cocktails and ‘junk food canapes’ on a posh terrace in Greenwich this summer.


Abode, which overlooks the River Thames and city skyscrapers, opens in the Greenwich Peninsula tonight (Friday, May 19) with Tom Ford’s A Single Man.


The...

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Thursday, May 18, 2017

Catford foot fetishist jailed after committing 'obscene sexual acts' at bus stops while staring at women's feet (From This Is Local London)

A foot festisher has been jailed for masturbating at bus stops while looking at women’s feet.
Aaron Black, 30, of Boundfield Road, Catford has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison at Inner London Crown Court.
Black was found guilty yesterday of eight counts of outraging...

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Millwall ace Byron Webster on missing last year's play-off final and responding to critics (From This Is Local London)

Byron Webster says Millwall have responded to their critics by reaching the League One play-off final for a second successive year.


Barnsley’s win over Millwall denied the Lions promotion to the Championship last term – and there were whispers of a Wembley hangover after a...

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Sutton United face Coventry City in pre-season and sign Aswad Thomas from Dover Athletic (From This Is Local London)

Sutton United have announced their first pre-season fixture for the coming campaign, a mouth-watering home game with League Two side Coventry City.


The match scheduled for Saturday, July 8 (kick-off 3pm) will, of course, rekindle memories of the last occasion the sides met.


Their...

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Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Southall community centre to be restored with £100k City Bridge Trust grant (From This Is Local London)

A run-down Southall community centre that is a ‘hub for the local community’ is set for a new lease of life after £100,000 was earmarked to transform the building.


The City of London Corporation’s charitable funder, City Bridge Trust, has given the money to the Havelock Family Centre...

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