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Customers terrified as man stabbed inside Woolwich NatWest

A man was sentenced for a knife attack inside NatWest in Woolwich.

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The robots helping children with long-term illnesses back to school

Robots that help children who cannot attend school for medical reasons take part in lessons are being rolled out by Bexley Council.

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Bromley youngster called up to international squad for first time

George Evans, a Bromley FC academy graduate, has been called up to the Wales U19 squad.

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Video shows footbridge installed at Hither Green train station as part of upgrades

A video shows a new footbridge being lifted into place at Hither Green station in Lewisham.

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Vernon Kay breaks silence on split with Tess Daly after 22 years with new statement

It was Vernon's first public comments since the him and Tess revealed on Friday (May 8) that they were ending their 22-year marriage.

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Person taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after Bexleyheath incident

A person has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a train in Bexleyheath.

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The school in a former church helping children re-engage with education

Wickham Park School in West Wickham will offer SEN provision for children aged five to 19.

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Three 'at risk' south-east London landmarks could be saved – what we know

The future of three south-east London 'at risk' historic buildings is looking more hopeful, with renewed efforts under way to secure their long‑term survival.

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Person hit by train causes disruption to Southeastern services near Bexleyheath

A person has been hit by a train on the Bexleyheath line, causing disruption to Southeastern services.

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Shoppers evacuated after phone battery overheats at Bluewater store

Shoppers were evacuated from part of Bluewater shopping centre after a phone battery overheated in a storeroom.

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Plans for new bus garage to park 132 buses

This weeks planning applications submitted to Greenwich Council.

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Thousands in Bromley to benefit from repair workshops and cafés

Thousands of Bromley people will benefit from free repair skills workshops and mending clinics thanks to a £46,000 grant from the West Kent Freemasons.

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Labour MP urges cabinet ministers to 'challenge Keir Starmer by Monday or I will'

MP Catherine West has said that if no one challenges Sir Keir as party leader by Monday, she will attempt to trigger a leadership contest herself.

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Shoppers evacuated as fire breaks out in store at Bluewater

Shoppers have been partially evacuated from Bluewater shopping centre after a fire broke out at a business unit.

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Shoppers evacuated with cordon in place as emergency services rush to Bluewater

Shoppers have been partially evacuated from Bluewater due to an incident, according to online reports.

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Man left with ‘potentially life-changing injuries’ after fight outside bar in Bexley

A man has been left with potentially life-changing injuries after a group brawl outside a bar on Bexley High Street.

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Deaf ambulance worker gives England rugby shirt to mentor in emotional moment

Zoe Cox, a deaf London Ambulance Service medic and international rugby player has presented her prized England rugby shirt to her mentor.

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'A hideous pile' - London's first high-rise building now lost forever

London's first high-rise building - Queen Anne's Mansions - lasted just 100 years but was widely disliked, including by Queen Victoria. The Lost London book looks back at its history.

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The cafe that keeps young people out of trouble

The Clink Cafe in Herne Hill, run as a training centre for young people at risk of entering the criminal justice system, has been awarded £10,000.

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Labour keeps control of Greenwich despite losses - with other parties making gains

Labour has retained control of Greenwich Council despite losses, with the Greens and other parties making gains in the 2026 elections.