Author: Blake Foster

London Fire Brigade was called at around 6:36am to the scene of a fire at a single-storey warehouse on Imperial Way. 12 fire engines and around 80 firefighters have been despatched to the scene, with crews from Croydon, Purley, Norbury and Mitcham. The brigade warned people to “avoid the area” where possible, with the fire expected to be ongoing for “several hours”. As a result of the incident Imperial Way is closed, which could result in travel delays. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. Source link

The event, taking place on August 10, will feature a packed line-up of live performances including So Solid Crew’s Romeo and Lisa Maffia, DJ Luck and MC Neat, General Levy, Charlotte Devaney, Nicky Blackmarket, Phantasy and Shabba D. DJ Archie, who holds the title of the world’s youngest DJ, is also set to perform. Alongside the music, there will be free funfair rides, inflatables, games, face painting, glitter art and arts and crafts with Scola and Lyra. A street food area and fully licensed bar will be available for adults, while the event will also include a special effects show.…

During the trial, in which Worden was cleared of murder, the jury heard that he walked away boasting to a group of girls: “I just smashed someone up – look at my knuckles.” Worden has now been jailed for three years and four months after he sent sexual Facebook messages to girls he believed to be aged 13 and 14, but were actually ‘decoy’ accounts run by paedophile hunters.  Despite being told their ages, Worden went on to send sexual messages to both and to the ’14-year-old’ he sent sexual videos of himself, encouraged her to masturbate, said he’d like to have sex with…

This comes after they were ordained as deacons in services at St Paul’s Cathedral, St Andrew’s Holborn, and St James’s Clerkenwell. The deacons will now begin their ministry across 38 churches within the diocese. The office of deacon is an important step on the path to becoming a priest, after two to three years of study and preparation. Ordinands at St Paul’s (Image: Graham Lacdao) The new deacons will support their communities through leading worship, teaching, and pastoral care. The Bishop of London, the Rt Hon Rt Revd Dame Sarah Mullaly, said: “It is always deeply encouraging to witness a…

Located on the south eastern edge of London, West Wickham offers the best of both worlds – the charm of a close-knit village and the convenience of city living. West Wickham boasts a rich history, with roots tracing back to the Domesday Book and ties to the Boleyn family through the historic Wickham Court. With its tree-lined high street, cosy pubs and well-kept green spaces, it’s no wonder locals fiercely love this Bromley borough suburb. The heart of West Wickham is its high street, where independent businesses thrive alongside recognisable favourites. Corzâ Café Bar Restaurant, a family-run gem since 2015,…

Hollie and Abby Martin, who grew up in the area and still live locally, are bringing their long-held dream to life with a venue they hope will become a warm, welcoming space for people of all walks of life. Hollie told the News Shopper: “It’s always been our dream. We’re like twins with five years between us. “We’ve got the same group of friends, we socialise together, we’re pretty inseparable, “There’s no one else I would rather go into business with and I can honestly say — I’m so proud. “The day that it opens, standing there with Abby, I…

When I visited Surbiton, the so-called most boring place to live, for the first time, I decided to check out something a little different: the worst-rated spot to eat. According to Google, the worst-rated place to eat in the area is a small burger joint called Hot Rod Burger, on 69 Surbiton Road, sitting at just 3.2 stars. (Image: Ezekiel Bertrand) As a bleeding-heart optimist when it comes to food and life in general, I genuinely hoped this would be one of those misunderstood gems. One of those “rough around the edges” places, but great if you open your eyes.…

The proposal is part of a major redevelopment plan submitted to Havering Council this week. In its place, a mixed-use scheme will deliver 106 new homes, alongside a commercial and community unit. The application, referenced P0754.25, is the largest received by the council in recent days. Elsewhere, Havering Council is considering a range of planning applications, including two proposals to convert residential properties into children’s care facilities. One property, at 113 Pretoria Road in Romford, would provide care for up to three children with support from carers (ref: P0712.25). Another scheme at 116 Petersfield Avenue proposes a guided learning and…

Civic group the Highgate Society hopes to launch the Highgate Village History and Mystery audio tour before the end of summer. Society member Deborah Greenfield has joined forces with Voice Map, a self-guided audio tour app, to give visitors a comprehensive history tour, complete with soundscapes. She has created a script to capture the spirit and the history of the area where a settlement has existed since the Middle Ages. The tour starts outside Highgate Cemetery’s neo-gothic western entrance and takes the tourist through leafy parkland to Lauderdale House, up the historic high street, and into the heart of the village. Deborah Greenfield and…

The senior head of the support team at the hospice in High Barnet received the top accolade from the prestigious Chartered Institute of Fundraising. “Priya has shaped who we are,” Noah’s Ark chief executive Sophie Andrews said. “She is a dedicated fundraising professional and stalwart of the charity.” Priya joined Noah’s Ark in 2006 when it began a small ‘hospice-at-home’ voluntary service — years before The Ark itself was opened in Byng Road in 2019. She was the only fundraiser back then. But her vision led to a professional team of eight who run its annual ‘match funding’ campaign. This…