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Two FREE summer festivals are coming to Greenwich’s parks this weekend
Two FREE summer festivals of music, dance and family fun are coming to Greenwich’s Gallions Park and Maryon Park this weekend, writes Gabriel Stewart… ‘Summer in the Park’ will welcome local families to take part in everything from clay model making to a ‘cheeky roaming’ performance of T...
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Man injured after ‘disturbance’ in Peckham early this morning
A man has been left with ‘injuries’ after what police are calling a ‘disturbance’ on Clayton Road in the early hours of this morning (Friday 26th June). Police were called at 00:40am to reports of a ‘disturbance’ in Clayton Road, in between the Queen’s Road and Rye Lane in Peckham. Off...
Rye Lane fire: Khan’s Bargains and Copeland park survive blaze with ‘localised damage’
The owner of Khan’s Bargains and the director of Copeland Park have confirmed there was only minimal damage after last night’s blaze on Rye Lane and thanked the local community for its support, write Evie Flynn and Molly Hunt… More than 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines rushed to Rye Lane a...
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Berkeley Homes to launch legal challenge after Aylesham Centre plan rejected
Developer Berkeley Homes has appealed to overturn the Planning Inspectorate’s rejection of its plans to redevelop the Aylesham Centre in Peckham Rye, writes Alex Orr… The developer has applied for a Judicial Review of the decision to throw out the proposed redevelopment of the shopping centre on...
Summer music series Mambista returns to Brockwell Park Greenhouses
A South London music series is set to return this summer, as Mambista brings five evenings of live outdoor music to the Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses in Herne Hill, writes Molly Hunt… Running on selected Sunday evenings from June to September 2026, the Mambista in the Park programme will tr...
Three men charged with murder following Crystal Palace stabbing
Three men have been charged with murder by detectives investigating the murder of Kamahl Cameron-Williams, writes Alex Orr… Isaiah Adio-Weathers of Evelyn Street, Deptford and Ellis Shakiem of Denmark Road, Camberwell, both 23 years-old, as well as Amari Auguste-Francois, 21, of Malpas Road, Hackn...
Vauxhall Bridge to face temporary 18-tonne weight limit from July over safety concerns
A temporary 18-tonne weight restriction will be introduced on Vauxhall Bridge from 1 July 2026 after inspections revealed deterioration in parts of the structure, writes Myfanwy Fleming-Jones… Transport for London (TfL) said the safety-critical measure is being brought in following a recent assess...
Pirates are taking over the Old Royal Naval College in family fun day
History enthusiasts and families are invited to a ‘weekend of living history’ at the Old Royal Naval College on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July as the site is overrun with pirates. Spend the day at the Old Royal Naval College and discover life during the ‘Golden Age of Piracy,’ the period betwe...
Spend a Sunday listening to live music at historic Eltham Palace
Eltham Palace are hosting ‘lazy’ Sundays throughout the whole of July with live music in the gardens. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets, grab a refreshing treat from the café and enjoy the music. Your ticket will include access to the whole Palace. From the 14th to the 16th cent...
Fourteen year old has been charged with the murder of a 17-year-old in Battersea
A teenage boy has been charged with the murder of 17-year-old Jamal Coombes in Battersea, writes Alex Orr… The 14-year-old from Wandsworth, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was charged with murder and possession of a bladed article on Monday 22nd June and is due to appear at Highbury Corner...
More than one million homes in London need retrofitting due to increasing temperatures
More than a million homes in London may need significant upgrades to help curb the capital’s overheating crisis, the London Assembly has heard. The city’s properties are particularly vulnerable to heat due to the urban heat island (UHI) effect, a phenomenon where higher temperatures are experien...
Review: Unforgettable at Bridge House Theatre
The subtle interplay between the actors is quite beautiful The legend that is Nat King Cole makes him, like his song title, truly “Unforgettable”. It was his rendition, probably more than anyone else’s, of “Autumn Leaves” that has ensured that in jazz clubs worldwide, homage is forever p...
The Music of Elvis Presley
The 1901 Arts Club had never rocked like this I was attracted to this concert because of its niche uniqueness. Yes, we all know Elvis and his role in making rock ’n’ roll famous, but how many of us have heard it performed with just piano, cello, and, of course, voice? I was intrigued and
GLA: London Councils vows to continue funding Freedom Pass after pressure from campaigners
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Review: Much Ado About Nothing at The Globe
The joyful dance sent us all skipping home! Chelsea Walker’s production is fun, played to ring every ounce of humour from the plot and in this succeeds brilliantly. From the moment the letter announcing the arrival of Don Pedro and his men is rushed, held high, through the pit to Laertes, overhear...
Tower Beach – Southwark’s ‘lost seaside’ that was meant to be a ‘tidal playground forever’
If you were a resident of 1930s Southwark, you wouldn’t have had to go far for a seaside escape - no further than Tower Bridge, in fact. The long-lost Tower Beach on the shore of the Thames had it all – sand, swimming, deckchairs, boats, ice cream, a... This is premium content for subscribers on...
Canon Alan McLean – a life well lived
Canon Alan McLean’s life-story is a fascinating and inspiring example of devotion to the local community. It is not often that we hear such an outpouring and appreciation for the good work of a Catholic priest, but local people’s reaction to the passing of Canon Alan is so touching. His sister s...
Lambeth set for two council by-elections in July as candidates revealed
Clapham Park and Streatham St Leonard’s will both host by-elections in early July, writes Alex Orr… Residents in the two wards will head to the polls on Thursday 9th July to select new councillors, after last month’s winning candidates, who both appeared on the ballot for the Greens, did not t...
Yacht Club race raises nearly £2,000 for RNLI lifeboat moored at Waterloo Bridge
The Greenwich Yacht Club annual race raised £1,800 for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), writes Tom Appleby… Fifteen boats raced to Erith Reach on 10 May, and the “Start When You Like” format allowed participants to determine their own race plan. The competitors’ positions wer...
Greenwich Council announces investment to improve roads and pavements
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has more than doubled its budget to resurface roads and pavements for 2026, writes Tom Appleby… As part of the £60m investment drive Getting Things Done, the council has increased its annual highway maintenance budget to £3.65m. The highway resurfacing programme wi...