Author: Blake Foster

Sorosh Amini, 21, followed his victim before forcing drugs on her, telling her about a recent stabbing and finally sexually assaulting her. He was sentenced today (June 27) at Croydon Crown Court after being convicted of rape and sexual assault. The attack in August 2024 happened in broad daylight, with Amini approaching the girl on North End Road in Croydon. He persistently tried to engage in conversation with her and would not leave her alone, following her down North End Road and into an alleyway. There, he forcibly kissed her and tried to put a cannabis joint into her mouth. (Image:…

The Cork & Bottle pub on the corner of Fleet Road and Constantine Road in South End Green reopened on January 16 under new owners. Speaking to the Ham&High at the time, manager Michaela Hickey said the plan then was to put up a sign with its former name – The White Horse. But the pub, refreshed with a smart green livery, is now called The South End Green Social. Sunday Speed Quizzing and a pizza menu suggests it is set to live up to its name. According to CAMRA’s website, the current building dates back to 1907 and is a “neighbourhood gem,” with an important historic pub interior of fine oak bar panelling, decorative…

Star of Top Gun, Mission Impossible and many more movies, Tom Cruise is said to love a humble curry house just outside of London. Often seen in the region jumping out of helicopters or jumping across buildings, Cruise has been spotted at a curry house in St Albans, just 20 minutes from London. The curry house 20 minutes from London loved by Tom Cruise As reported by MyLondon, Cruise is said to love the St Alban’s curry house, Veer Dhara. The Top Gun: Maverick star has visited the spot a number of times, with one of his first visits being back…

Bilikesu Olagunju left Woolwich Crown Court a free woman when she was given six week suspended sentence after she pleaded guilty to ill-treating an individual as a care worker. Olagunju, 42, of Congress Road in Abbey Wood, had been caught on camera manhandling, yanking, dragging and threatening 88-year-old John Attard, who had dementia. John’s son, Christopher, reacting to the sentence, said that whilst it seemed a slight insult he would not give Olagunju a second thought. Instead he said he will turn his attention towards the company who employed Olagunju and assigned her to his dad on her first day on the job,…

Mother Hubbard’s was established in Bradford in 1972, and the first restaurant was opened by Coronation Street’s Stan and Hilda Ogden. The brand, which describes itself as “Britain’s largest fish and chips franchise” has sold 152 franchise stores according to its website – the latest of which is in High Road. Chris Farnell, head chef at Mother Hubbard’s, is tasked with helping to set up new franchises and train staff. The shop will open tomorrow (June 28) (Image: Mother Hubbard’s) He said: “The South Woodford shop is amazing – it’s one of the nicest shops we’ve had. “You’ve never seen a fish…

Havering Council has proposed the new zebra crossing in Pettits Lane, Romford, just before its junction with Main Road. A council study found that 14 accidents in which people were injured have been recorded at the junction. The data showed that 1,700 vehicles per hour use Main Road – regularly recording speeds of up to 40 mph. The council did not say when this study was carried out or for how long. This proposal is part of a wider safety improvement scheme for the junction, which will include zigzag markings either side of the crossing. READ MORE: Rise Park mum-of-two ‘losing sleep’ over ‘nightmare’ Gallows Corner…

At the start of this weekend on Friday, June 27, the weather begins with pleasant conditions, featuring a mix of sun and clouds. Temperatures are expected to reach around 27°C with lows of 18°C, accompanied by a gentle breeze. Saturday, June 28 will see low clouds in the morning, transitioning to very warm conditions as the day progresses. Highs are anticipated to be around 29°C with lows of 19°C, making it an ideal day for outdoor activities. As Sunday, June 29 approaches, the warmth continues, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing to approximately 30°C and 19°C. It’s advisable to stay…

The services will be affected due to engineering work and will affect trains on Sunday (June 29). Services will continue as normal on Saturday (June 28). We’ve simplified the changes so you can plan your journey this weekend.   Sunday (June 29): London Waterloo/Wimbledon to Guildford via Cobham services will not run. Passengers from London Waterloo should travel on other services to Surbiton. Buses will run between Surbiton and Guildford via Cobham. London Waterloo to Guildford via Epsom services will be diverted after Leatherhead and will terminate at Dorking. Buses will run between Leatherhead and Guildford via Effingham Junction.  …

Richmond Council has confirmed the regeneration project is now “firmly into delivery” after the approval of funding to support the scheme. The scheme promises to transform part of the town centre, providing affordable homes, new public spaces, and a community-centred environment. At a council meeting, the Finance, Policy, and Resources Committee approved the funding needed to progress the project into the main construction phase. This unlocks long-term investment for the future of Twickenham and the borough. Councillor Gareth Roberts, leader of Richmond Council, said: “Twickenham’s riverside has been the subject of ambition and discussion for many years. “We now have…

Daniel Bannister was jailed for two-and-a-half years for the manslaughter of his neighbour Rajendra Patel in Croydon in 2012. Bannister had attacked 48-year-old Rajendra leaving him with bruising and swelling to the left side of his face, a broken nose and a fractured ankle and he died 15 days later of a pulmonary thromboembolism, due to deep venous thrombosis of the left femoral vein due to the ankle fracture. The court heard that Rajendra and Bannister had a long running feud and Bannister complained that Rajendra had been keeping him awake at night. Rajendra Patel, who died in 2012 (Image: Archive) Since his release…