Author: Blake Foster

Emergency services were called to reports of a man in cardiac arrest in Broadway at around 4.10am yesterday (August 25).  The man was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after.  His death is being treated as unexpected and an investigation is ongoing. A tent and a cordon were put in place next to Hazine Restaurant as the incident was being dealt with.  All cordons have since been lifted.  A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called by the London Ambulance Service to a report of a man in cardiac arrest in Broadway, Bexleyheath at 4.10am on Monday, 25 August. “A…

Overcoming sound problems and a thick layer of dust which had covered the park, festival-goers faces and no doubt our lungs, the south London band declared it their best show ever.  Singer Orlando Weeks said: “It’s unbelievable that you paid that money and took that risk to see our band. Thank you for taking a chance on a band that hasn’t played for a long time.”  A highlight of the set came when Jamie T joined them for Marks To Prove It as well as Sticks and Stones.  After an encore that concluded with their most popular song Pelican, guitarist…

The Liverpool-born tribute band, who last performed at Fairfield Halls in 2023, will bring their new two-hour show to the historic venue on September 12 as part of their 2025 UK theatre tour. This tour celebrates the 60th anniversary of The Beatles’ 1965 albums Help! and Rubber Soul, as well as their iconic Shea Stadium concert – the first-ever stadium rock show. Dancing shoes ready as The Mersey Beatles mark Shea Stadium anniversary (Image: The Mersey Beatles) Steven Howard, who performs as Paul McCartney in the band, said: “Audiences at our shows always include people who were at The Beatles’…

Kent’s Spa Valley Railway in Tunbridge Wells is set to host its annual Real Ale & Cider Festival, from Thursday, October 16 to Sunday, October 19 2025. Marking its 14th year, this popular event for ale and cider fans brings together a huge variety of locally-sourced ales, beers and ciders, all within the setting of Kent’s 180-year-old vintage railway line that was once part of the Wealden line. This popular event for ale and cider fans brings together a huge variety of locally-sourced ales, beers and ciders. (Image: Pennington PR) Stretching along the heritage line’s scenic five miles between Tunbridge Wells West and Eridge,…

Harry Baker, a Young Leader in 4th Welling Scouts, set up a tent in his garden after returning from a family camping holiday. Since July 31, he has been sleeping in a tent in hopes of raising money for his scout group to go to Kandersteg International Scout Centre in Switzerland next summer. His father, Graham Baker, said: “Harry has been in Scouts for seven years, since Beavers, and he’s now a Young Leader. “The Scouts decided that they wanted to do something quite special next year, an international trip. “And it’s not cheap. “We’re looking at roughly £1,500 to…

The London Fire Brigade was alerted to the fire in Silkstream Road with the first of 36 calls at 4.04pm on August 25.  Ten fire engines and 70 firefighters were dispatched to the scene in response, with the blaze affecting five terraced homes.  READ MORE: Mayor to launch care home’s new cafe Residents in the surrounding area were advised to keep windows and doors closed as a result of smoke being produced from the scene.  A 32-metre turntable ladder was used as a water tower to tackle the flames from above, and the fire was under control by 6.11pm.  The cause…

Woodview, based in Crockenhill Road, was inspected from June 10 to 12, 2025. This was the school’s first full inspection and it was graded Good overall. It is an independent day school and recognised centre of autism expertise, providing specialist education for young people aged seven to 19. The school supports pupils with autism spectrum conditions, social communication difficulties and associated learning needs, offering tailored provision to help them thrive both academically and personally. Inspectors said: “Pupils arrive at this school eager to start their school day. “For some pupils this has not been their typical experience of education. “Pupils…

Harlow Council has stepped up enforcement against substandard private sector housing, including unlicensed and unsafe houses in multiple occupation (HMOs). The action is part of the council’s Building Harlow’s Future plan, which aims to raise housing standards, protect tenants, and support landlords who maintain good-quality homes. Councillor Joel Charles, who is responsible for public protection, said: “All private sector landlords need to understand that it is unacceptable to operate an unlicensed house in multiple occupation. “I recently joined council officers to execute a warrant at a property identified as a suspected unlicensed house in multiple occupation. “The condition of the property…

The Metropolitan Police was alerted to the incident on Barnet Lane at 10am on August 25.  At the scene, officers discovered that a car and motorbike had been involved in the crash.  The male rider of the motorbike was found injured and was taken to hospital where he remains.  He suffered life-threatening injuries  There have been no arrests at this stage and enquiries are ongoing.  RELATED: RECAP after traffic STOPPED in Barnet crash A Met Police spokesperson said: “Police were called to a report of a collision between a car and a motorbike on Barnet Lane, Barnet at around 10:00hrs on Monday,…

From Wednesday, August 27, the council will close the road between numbers 274 and 298 from 7pm until 2am, meaning there will be no vehicle access in or out of Groombridge Close during those hours. On-street parking will also be restricted. One resident, who did not want to be named, told the News Shopper they were concerned about how people would cope with being unable to move their cars in or out of the street after 7pm, and the level of disruption it would cause for households. They suggested moving back the starting time slightly so that there would be less…