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• SAS: Who Dares Wins: Where is Remi Adeleke and who is Chris Oliver?

  23-01-2023 19:49 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  As Channel 4's SAS: Who Dares Wins returns for 2023, many will be curious about the new instructor lineup which does not include Remi Adeleke.
  
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• Urgent manhunt launched after attempted kidnapping of two children in east London

  07-01-2025 09:05 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Police have launched an urgent hunt for a man after the attempted kidnapping of two children in east London.
  
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• Man ‘slashes seats with knife’ on train from Erith to London Bridge

  07-01-2025 08:46 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  An investigation has been launched after a man slashed multiple seats with a knife onboard a train from Erith. 
  
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• Teenager fighting for life in hospital after stabbing in Woolwich

  07-01-2025 08:33 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  An 18-year-old man is fighting for his life in hospital after a stabbing in Woolwich.
  
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• The Bromley youth justice service that 'helps each child to succeed'

  07-01-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Bromley Youth Justice Service received an ‘outstanding’ rating from HM Inspectorate of Probation, highlighting its child-centred approach, strong partnerships, and innovative practices.
  
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• Merton has been named as one of the best places to retire in the UK

  07-01-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Merton has been named as one of the best places to retire in the United Kingdom.
  
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• Dartford dog rescue centre ‘at risk’ of closure as kennels are put up for sale

  07-01-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A dog rescue centre in Dartford is at risk of closure after its kennels were put up for sale, with the charity urgently needing to raise over £1.7 million.
  
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• All the Croydon residents recognised in the King’s New Year Honours list

  07-01-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The New Year's Honours list has been released, with three Croydon residents being recognised for their contributions to the community.
  
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• All Lewisham secondary schools ranked according to government ratings

  07-01-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The Department for Education has published updated information regarding the performance of secondary schools in Lewisham in 2024.
  
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• Nimona or not?

  06-01-2025 23:39 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Nimona, an animated children’s film on Netflix, boasts great visuals that help to tackle some of the most relevant themes in the modern world; and of course, with lots of character. 
  
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• Greenwich Yacht Club, and the importance of sailing today

  06-01-2025 22:26 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  From the erection of London in 47 AD, the Thames has played a key role in London. 
  
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• Your Dream Holiday Incoming

  06-01-2025 22:18 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Summer 2025 is the perfect time to escape to a unique destination, whether you are seeking adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion. With a wide variety of options, there is something for every type of traveller. From exotic beaches to historical cities, here is a list of the best holiday destinations that will make your summer unforgettable.
  
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• Abandoning New Year's Resolutions

  06-01-2025 22:05 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
   
  
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• The leafy riverside south London borough named as England’s best place to live

  06-01-2025 21:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A popular leafy suburb with riverside walks and a deer park has been named as the best place to live in England.
  
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• BBC EastEnders fans to decide popular character’s 'big' storyline for first time

  06-01-2025 21:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  BBC EastEnders fans will be able to vote on a popular character’s 'big' storyline for the first ever time during a special live 40th anniversary episode.
  
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• Two arrested after group brawl in Willesden High Road

  06-01-2025 20:15 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Two people have been arrested after a group brawl broke out in Willesden High Road.
  
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• London's Biggest Aquarium In a Nutshell

  06-01-2025 19:51 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Recently, I went on a trip to check out the captivating and often unseen world of aquatic animals the biggest aquarium in London has to offer.
  
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• Brockley households told to 'boil water' as E coli found in water supply

  06-01-2025 19:32 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Households in Brockley have been advised that they need to boil their water as E coli has been found in the supply.
  
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• Drivers warned of Dartford Crossing closures in first full week of January

  06-01-2025 19:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Following a break over the Christmas and New Year period, works are set to take place on the Dartford Crossing this week.
  
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• Former prison officer jailed for having sex with inmate at HMP Wandsworth

  06-01-2025 18:40 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A former HMP Wandsworth prison officer who was recorded having sex with an inmate in a cell has been jailed.
  
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• Brentwood Centre to come under new management

  06-01-2025 18:35 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The Brentwood Centre will be managed by Everyone Active under a 15-year contract starting in April 2025.
  
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• Pensioner sent legal threat after 'broken' machine stopped him paying £1 to park

  06-01-2025 18:06 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A pensioner from Hornchurch has claimed he was “ripped off” in a car park after he was slapped with a fine for not paying despite the machine being "broken".
  
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• Silvertown tunnel opening date revealed as journeys set to be 20 minutes quicker

  06-01-2025 18:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The total number of hourly buses able to cross the river in the area will increase from six to 21 once the Silvertown tunnel opens.
  
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• Horrifying video shows group with huge knives fighting in Hackney

  06-01-2025 17:59 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The Metropolitan Police is launching enquiries after footage of a fight between a group armed with large blades in Hackney has circulated online.
  
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• Mum-of-three denies having pitbull which mauled her friend to death

  06-01-2025 17:55 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Leanne McDonell, 33, denied having a Pitbull Terrier which mauled her friend Akif Mushtaq to death in Stratford.
  
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• Disabled charity's services 'will disappear' after council stops funding

  06-01-2025 17:43 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Redbridge Council has informed Disabled Asian Women's Network, at the Cardinal Heenan Centre, Ilford, that its funding will be stopped.
  
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• Flood alert issued between Dartford and Westerham following heavy rain

  06-01-2025 17:04 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A flood alert has been issued from Dartford to Westerham following heavy rainfall.
  
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• MP refers herself to 'ethics tsar' over property claims

  06-01-2025 17:03 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Treasury minister Tulip Siddiq has referred herself to the Prime Minister’s ethics tsar following controversies over properties linked to her family and her aunt’s political movement in Bangladesh.
  
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• Appeal as Elizabeth Line tube departs with passenger's hand trapped in doors

  06-01-2025 16:23 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  An appeal has launched after a passenger’s hand was trapped in the doors of an Elizabeth line train.
  
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• An Ethiopian Christmas: Country set back in time.

  06-01-2025 16:18 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Ethiopia, one of the only countries that use the ‘Ge’ez calendar’ meaning that they are 7 to 8 years behind England, which uses ‘Gregorian calendar’. Ethiopia is one of the first countries in the world to adopt Christianity as a religion, with traces of Christianity as far back as 4th century AD. Furthermore it is believed that a part of the cross the Jesus Christ was crucified on is in Ethiopia, further strengthening their roots with the religion.
  
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