Author: Blake Foster

Edmonton leisure centre was reopened on April 28, to the delight of the local community who rely on the facility for health and wellbeing. The grand reopening showcases an extensive modernisation project aimed at meeting the needs of Edmonton residents. The first phase of the spruced-up centre includes a top-of-the-range gym, a dedicated cycle studio, sports hall, and a fitness class studio. Edmonton Leisure Centre was reopened on April 28, to the delight of the local community who rely on the facility for health and wellbeing. (Image: Better) The popular soft play area will also resume operations. In the coming…

Havering Council hope to build a water sports facility opposite the Veolia site in Coldharbour Lane, Rainham, a spokesperson has confirmed. The area identified for the potential facility is on the opposite site of the road from the landfill site to the south east. A formal planning application has not yet been submitted for the proposal. It comes after Havering Council’s strategic planning committee were recommended to approve plans to extend the life of the waste facility at a meeting on Thursday (May 8). A view of the Veolia landfill hill from the east (Image: Local Democracy Reporting Service) A…

The tourist hotspot was cordoned off by police following the incident on Saturday (May 10) at 4.09pm. The man in his 40s was found with a head injury as he was treated at the scene by medics who arrived in less than a minute. He was then taken to hospital, where his injuries were found to be non-life threatening. A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. Officers blocked off a section of the square as bystanders watched medics looking after the injured man. A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Officers were called at 4.09pm to reports…

Last month, the local authority accused Biggin Hill Airport Limited of demolishing the dispersal hut at the airfield during Armistice Week last November. The hut is believed to have been used by World War Two pilots during the Battle of Britain. The dispute was subject to legal proceedings in the High Court, but both sides have now confirmed that it will not proceed to trial after a settlement was reached. Biggin Hill Airport Limited has agreed to pay Bromley Council £300,000 for heritage purposes, of which two-thirds is reserved for the RAF Biggin Hill Museum and Chapel. The remaining parts of…

So far, 13 sightings of the invasive species have been recorded in 2025. Formerly known as the Asian hornet, Yellow-legged hornets are a “highly aggressive” predator of native insects and pose a “significant threat” to honeybees and other pollinators in the UK. Native wild animals in the UK Confirmed sightings of Yellow-legged (Asian) Hornets in 2025 The confirmed sightings of Yellow-legged (Asian) Hornets in 2025 (at the time of writing), according to the National Bee Unit (NBU) website, are: January 23 – Oswestry, Shropshire: Single Yellow-legged Hornet found in imported shallots March 17 – Canterbury, Kent: Dead hornet found by member of the public…

The last ever episode of hit BBC sitcom Gavin & Stacey aired on Christmas Day last year and was watched by a whopping 19.1 million viewers. The 90-minute finale was the most watched TV programme on Christmas Day in 23 years. The best Christmas TV specials of all time Ruth Jones hints at future projects with James Corden Jones won the Female Performance in a Comedy award at the BAFTAs on Sunday for her portrayal of Nessa in Gavin & Stacey. Upon accepting the award, she thanked various people, including the cast, crew and director of the show, along with the…

The alert is set to be in place on Monday, May 12 from noon until 10pm. The Met Office said there could be up to 50mm of rain in just one to two hours. This is expected to cause flooding and travel disruption. People should also be aware of possible power cuts, and some buildings becoming damaged due to the weather. The Met Office stated: “Thunderstorms developing across southern England on Monday afternoon and evening may cause disruption to travel and, in a few places, flooding. “Thunderstorms and areas of rain are expected to develop over parts of southern England…

Danson Park was bustling with activity as 471 participants gathered for the event on Saturday, May 10. James MacDonald, from Cambridge Harriers, led the field, finishing as the fastest recorded male runner in an impressive time of 18.05. The second-place finisher was recorded as unknown, while Richard Grindley claimed the third-fastest recorded male spot with a time of 19.14. Close behind was Jonathan Sargent, also of Cambridge Harriers, who crossed the line in 19.17. Among the women, Pelin Irfan was the fastest recorded female finisher, completing the course in 21.52. Annabel Field followed just behind in 22.01, while Donna Martin,…

The night-time event on May 8 was attended by 550 people and featured speeches from the Deputy Civic Mayor of Croydon, Richard Chatterjee, and Pastor Malcolm Newman from Old Coulsdon Congregational Church. Community gathers under torchlight to honour 80 years since VE Day (Image: Chris Sharp) The Redhill Corps of Drum & Band, the 17th Purley Scout Group, and the 285 [Coulsdon & Purley] Squadron Air Training Corps, among others, played significant roles in the commemoration. The event was organised by the Celebration Commemoration of VE Day Plus 80 Committee. Source link

The warning is in place from 12pm to 10pm. Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop in the afternoon, bringing the risk of flooding and disruption. The Met Office has warned that rain could be intense for short periods, with 20-30mm falling in less than an hour, and 40-50mm in one or two hours in some areas. Lightning, hail, and gusty winds are also expected. The showers and thunderstorms are expected to ease through the evening. The Met Office has warned that spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures. There is also a chance…