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Halloween half-term: Spooky things to do in Bermondsey, Borough and Woolwich
We’ve gathered some spooky things to do during half term around southeast London, including free pumpkin carving and a gory lesson on being a medical student in Victorian London. Halloween in the Blue Head down to the Blue for Halloween fun with pumpkin carving and face painting. Dress to impress!...
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Drivers urged to plan ahead with the closure of Albert Bridge
Drivers are being urged to plan ahead as a bridge that crosses the Thames in Central London closes next week for essential maintenance work. The listed river crossing at Albert Bridge will be closed to vehicles in both directions from 7am on Monday, October 28, to 7am on Saturday, November 2. Kensin...
Food bank founder devastated after council warns donation boxes must go
A food bank founder is devastated after being warned she will have to remove donation boxes from outside her Bermondsey home. Southwark Council reportedly gave Henrietta Onyema £1,000 to install the four 4ft-tall boxes as storage for the pop-up food banks she runs outside her flat as well as outsid...
Gang members who led GTA-style carnage in Peckham jailed for 102 years
Seven gang members whose brutal quest for revenge led to GTA-style carnage on the streets of Peckham have been jailed for a combined 102 years. Police said the “wave of violence”, which resembled video game levels of chaos, saw rivals stabbed and shot. It was sparked after the thugs’ friend wa...
Dulwich residents slam plans for 376 student flats over fears they will destroy the area
Locals worry plans for 376 student flats behind East Dulwich station will disrupt the ‘quiet’ community with noise and strain on services. Named ‘The Sidings’, the development by Cresswick would also include 52 affordable homes. Residents told the News that whilst they are not against the ...
Man rushed to hospital after ‘stabbing’ in Borough
A man has been rushed to hospital after reports of a stabbing in Borough. Emergency services called to Webber Street at 10.01pm on Sunday, October 20. Paramedics treated a man at the scene before taking him to a major London trauma centre. A Met Police spokesperson said: “Police were called at aro...
Mayor says he is ‘confident’ that Tube strikes in the first half of November will be called off
Sadiq Khan has said he is ‘confident’ that Tube strikes planned by unions to take place in the first half of November will be called off. The mayor said Transport for London (TfL) was engaged in talks with both the RMT and Aslef unions and he was “hopeful” that their demands could be negotia...
Brixton co-working space could soon include saunas in an attempt to attract more businesses
A Brixton co-working space could soon include saunas in an attempt to attract more businesses. Affordable offices provider 3Space has submitted plans to Lambeth Council to install four rooftop saunas in International House on Canterbury Crescent. The firm has struggled to let out space in the buil...
Could Southwark Lib Dems ever run the council again and what would their leader Victor Chamberlain do?
Victor Chamberlain believes the Liberal Democrats have the answers to Southwark’s housing crisis. The hard part is getting “Tory Lite” Labour to listen, he says. In his first full interview with Southwark News since becoming Leader of the Southwark Liberal Democrats in 2022, Cllr Chamberlain s...
Review: Cosy up at the revamped Clock House Tavern in Peckham
As soon as that first leaf falls in autumn, it indicates cosy season. And, for me, nothing is cosier than a dimly lit pub, with nooks and snugs where you can hide away from the elements with a glass of red wine, and the option to snack on something potato-based. Clock House Tavern has had […...
Where to watch the best fireworks displays in south London this Bonfire Night
Dulwich Sports Club This family-orientated fireworks display is a key part of this community club’s fundraising activities. It regularly sells out each year, so be sure to get your tickets early. You’ll find lots of food and drink stalls to enjoy a bite to eat, or indulge in a mulled wine – ...
Could Southwark’s district heating crisis shape the course of national energy policy?
Leaseholders on Southwark’s council estates are facing outrageously high heating and hot water bills. But could their struggle change the course of government energy policy? Some people believe it could. In Southwark, 17,000 homes are connected to a district heating network maintained by the counc...
Our pick of the best things to do in South London
Experience 25: Isle of Wight Festival in Greenwich This year marked the 25th edition of the Isle of Wight Festival, including the three original events held in 1968, ‘69 and ‘70. To celebrate this landmark in music history, Experience 25 – an exhibition dedicated to the festival’s history ...
‘I’m pushing for breakfast clubs at all primary schools,’ says MP Helen Hayes
One of the most enjoyable aspects of my role as a Member of Parliament is the opportunity to visit schools in my constituency. We have brilliant local schools across Dulwich and West Norwood and it is always inspiring to see how hard the teachers and support staff work to provide the best possible e...
Building of more than 500 new homes in Elephant and Castle one step closer
The building of over 500 new homes in Elephant and Castle is one step closer as the developer increases housing provision by nine. Get Living has unveiled updated proposals for the West site of the Elephant and Castle Town Centre development, for which consent was granted in 2019. They initially pro...
BMX Star Kye Whyte pays visit to pupils at Bermondsey school
Students from a Bermondsey school received an inspiring visit from Olympic BMX silver medallist Kye Whyte, following his setback in this year’s games, writes Issy Clarke... Whyte, who grew up in Peckham and was visiting Charter Bermondsey school, knows more than anyone what it means to be resilien...
Staff at popular South London restaurant chain named UK’s happiest
Staff at a popular South London restaurant chain have been named the UK’s happiest, writes Issy Clarke... Forza, which first opened in Peckham in 2012, has two more sites in Camberwell and the National Gallery and specialises in serving authentic Italian food and wine. Senior managers, described a...
First batch for New Year’s Eve Fireworks have gone on sale
About 65,000 tickets for London’s 2024 New Year’s Eve fireworks display have gone on sale. Available for purchase via Ticketmaster, this first release of tickets will be followed by a further batch in December, on a date yet to be confirmed. Tickets cost between £20 and £50, depending on wheth...
Affordable Art Fair in Battersea Park this weekend
The Affordable Art Fair will come to Battersea Park this weekend, writes Issy Clarke... Visitors will be able to view 1,000s of art pieces from over 100 galleries ranging from as little as £50 by both household names and emerging artists from the UK and international galleries. At the top end, buye...
‘Our government will make big reforms for renters’, says Peckham MP
This week in Parliament we are delivering on our promise to renters. The Renters Reform Bill is the most significant package of changes to the private rental sector in over 40 years, aiming to provide greater security and stability for more than 11 million private renters. And clarify the system for...