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Person dies after incident on tracks near Westcombe Park station
A person has been pronounced dead at the scene of an incident on the tracks near Westcombe Park station.
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The return of the stork: a childhood myth to take flight in the capital
Eric Brown explores the return of white storks to London, from childhood myths to a new reintroduction project bringing these iconic birds back to the capital.
London Underground closures and changes you need to be aware of this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 13 to February 15) and don't be caught out.
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John Lewis, takeaways, coffee shops - What you want to fill former Bromley Debenhams
Bromley locals have spoken about what they’d like to see the new units become in the former Debenhams.
Bromley Council confirms no increase to parking charges in 2026
Drivers will not face higher parking charges this year after a council decided to freeze fees.
The south London garage owner who has raised more than £23,000 for hospice
Catford's Grips Tyres garage owner Reg, 78, has raised more than £23,000 for St Christopher’s Hospice by donating air pump fees.
Child injured in Erith nursery 'assault' sparks police probe
Little Stars Nursery in Erith was closed by Ofsted the day after a child was injured in an alleged assault, News Shopper can reveal.
Driver who killed boy, 4, in Dartford crash claims he just wanted to dent car
The driver who killed Peter Maughan in a crash has given evidence in the murder trial.
Prisoner who escaped from guards at hospital found in Thamesmead
The Met Police arrested an escaped prisoner in Thamesmead.
Plans to increase Welling HMO to eight bedrooms
An HMO for six in Welling could have its number of bedrooms and residents increased if Bexley Council approves it.
Revealed - which south east London borough had the most crime in January?
Metropolitan Police figures have revealed which south east London borough recorded the highest number of criminal offences in December.
Teen murdered man over a stolen bike in Deptford then fled to Nigeria
Jackson Uwagboe was convicted of murdering a man in Deptford in a dispute over a stolen bike.
'Heartbeat' of The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died aged 72, band confirms
'Heartbeat' of the The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died at the age of 72, the band has confirmed in a statement
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years – filled with nostalgia.
No trams on busy route until late February – what passengers need to know
Tram services between East Croydon and Beckenham Junction, Elmers End, and New Addington are suspended until Wednesday, February 25.
Sushi and juice bar business put up for sale with price of more than £50k
A sushi and juice bar business in Plumstead has been listed for sale for £50,000–£60,000, offering poké bowls, smoothies and sushi burritos near the station.
Several roads in Bromley could be closed for 18 months for essential telecom works
A series of temporary road closures and traffic restrictions are set to be introduced across Bromley.
Leisure centre boss who gave CPR among winners of employee of the year awards
Harry Cook, duty manager at Sidcup Leisure Centre, was named Lex Leisure Employee of the Year 2025 after giving CPR. Other winners were Erith's Julia Arnold and Crook Log in Bexley's Alexandria Wright.
Woman left feeling unsafe at her own home after nightmare neighbour's antics
Adam Vickers has been sentenced for harassment after he repeatedly damaging his neighbour's front door in Bexley.
'Vital' Post Office service returns to Woolwich as new branch opens
A vital Post Office service has returned to Woolwich with the opening of a new branch on Powis Street, offering a full range of postal and banking services.