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• An Offering, Katie Piggott, Graveney School

  23-04-2023 23:16 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  George Robson, a sixth form student at Graveney School, has directed and produced a short play called An Offering. The period drama concerns a young girl in her childhood bedroom preparing for her imminent wedding. 
  
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• St. George's Day, Whitton - Aritri Kumar, The Tiffin Girls' School

  23-04-2023 23:08 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  St George’s Day is celebrated on the 23rd of April, commemorating the martyr who is the patron saint of England as well as Portugal, Ethiopia, Catalonia and other countries despite being born in Cappadocia, Turkey. He is also known as the patron saint of farmers, soldiers and archers and is famous for the legend where he slayed a ferocious dragon.
  
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• Surrey Hills Hike, Katie Piggott, Graveney School

  23-04-2023 23:06 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The Surrey Hills Hike is a sponsored walk that took place on the 12th March 2023 starting and ending in the grounds of the hospital in Tadworth. Multiple different length walks are available allowing participation to be easy and accessible for all interested in taking part.
  
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• A Streetcar Named Desire Review - Emilia Pantelides, Dame Alice Owen's

  23-04-2023 23:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The eagerly awaited revival of Tennessee Williams's most famous play, ‘A Streetcar Named Desire' finally opened at the Almeida theatre at the end of last year with a truly impressive cast.
  
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• Review of Battersea Power By Jayden Thakrar Merchant Taylors' School

  23-04-2023 22:47 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Since Battersea Power Station opened on 14 October 2022 to the public, it has been one of the largest tourist attractions in London with people around the country coming to enjoy the experience of the shopping centre and the magnificent view of London. One of the main attractions of the now decommissioned power station is Lift 109, which is an opportunity to travel to the top of one of the 4 chimneys, that stand 109 metres high, to experience the spectacular 360-degree view of the city. On a cle
  
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• Disneyland visitors in shock after dragon show goes up in flames - Brent and Kilburn Times

  23-04-2023 22:30 via news.google.com
  
  Disneyland visitors in shock after dragon show goes up in flames  Brent and Kilburn Times
  
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• Soul Band Evening 2023 - Emilia Pantelides, Dame Alice Owen's School

  23-04-2023 22:19 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Musical Highlight of the Term: Soul Band Evening 2023 - a spectacular celebration of Dame Alice Owens’ most soulful students
  
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• Hispanic Society Exhibition - Emilia Pantelides, Dame Alice Owen's

  23-04-2023 22:13 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  As the New Year arrived, so did an unmissable treasure trove all the way from New York in the form of the exhibition ‘Spain and the Hispanic World: Treasures from the Hispanic Society Museum & Library’ at the Royal Academy of Arts. Located in bustling Piccadilly, this landmark exhibition showcased a wide array of artefacts and artworks carefully collected by Archer M Huntington, the founder of the Hispanic Society of America.
  
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• Climate Protesters, Katie Piggott, Graveney School

  23-04-2023 21:53 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A group of climate activists belonging to the pressure group, Extinction Rebellion, are camping on Clapham Common in protest against the government for a four day period whilst the climate protests, called the Big One, are taking place in Westminster. This is a regular event allowing activists to take part in the protesting while maintaining a peaceful approach to respond to the criticism of being extremist. On each occasion, a different accessible location is chosen to reach a new area of Londo
  
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• LIZZO takes the O2 by storm - Emilia Pantelides , Dame Alice Owen's

  23-04-2023 21:52 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Finishing up her European tour at the O2 Arena on the 15th and 16th of March, Lizzo, the US singer-songwriter, delivered a set of relentlessly joyous hits, making it well worth the trip for the 20,000 fans who had to navigate severe tube strikes and weather to make it.
  
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• 39 bodies found in cult investigation of pastor in Kenya - Brent and Kilburn Times

  23-04-2023 20:33 via news.google.com
  
  39 bodies found in cult investigation of pastor in Kenya  Brent and Kilburn Times
  
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• Teenager describes 'magical' London Marathon as event's youngest ... - Brent and Kilburn Times

  23-04-2023 20:03 via news.google.com
  
  Teenager describes 'magical' London Marathon as event's youngest ...  Brent and Kilburn Times
  
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• London Marathon fastest time smashed along with 45 Guinness ... - Brent and Kilburn Times

  23-04-2023 19:53 via news.google.com
  
  London Marathon fastest time smashed along with 45 Guinness ...  Brent and Kilburn Times
  
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• Bromley F.C score a slot in Playoffs following Chesterfield victory

  23-04-2023 19:30 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Bromley F.C continued their winning streak with a triumphant 2-0 win against Chesterfield at Hayes Lane Saturday April 22nd, finishing the 2023 football season on a sporting high. The current FA Trophy holders, at present sixth in the National League, are one step closer to winning the 2023 Playoffs, earning the Greater London club another Wembley game and league victory under their belt.
  
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• Wild Things: We must safeguard our trees

  23-04-2023 19:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Our Wild Things columnist Eric Brown charts a series of shocking attacks on some of the planet's oldest wild inhabitants and suggests a course of action to persuade politicians they must always be preserved.
  
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• Mehndi and its significance by Abiha Jamil, Seven Kings School

  23-04-2023 18:44 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Henna is applied to the skin as a temporary kind of skin decoration known as mehndi. South Asia, Middle East and North Africa, are where mehndi is most prevalent. It is mainly used in weddings but it is also used on special occasions such as Eid or Diwali. On the hands and feet, henna designs are typically applied.
  
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• The Ariston In Interview by Alex Oliver, Gumley House Convent School

  23-04-2023 18:12 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The Ariston are a local indie band that have gained a huge social media following recently, having played at Twickenham Stadium. You can find them on various social media platforms and on streaming services. I caught up with Will, the bassist, after the release of their debut EP and bonus tracks to see what the secrets to their creative process are and what they have in store for the future.
  
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• Camden Town bar Kiss the Sky granted with new licence

  23-04-2023 18:04 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Bosses of a new Camden Town bar said they have worked hard to keep the noise down after police ordered them to turn the music off.
  
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• London Fire Brigade won't investigate possible Camden arson

  23-04-2023 18:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The London Fire Brigade says it will not investigate a possible arson inside a Camden tower block, as the material that caught light was rubbish.
  
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• New Emergency Alert Tested on Millions - Alex Gordon, Sutton Grammar

  23-04-2023 17:33 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  An emergency alarm was sent to all smartphone users at 3pm on Sunday 23rd April as part of a new government public warning system test.
  
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• How Everyday Sounds Could Be Intolerable | Ian Kim | Hampton School

  23-04-2023 17:33 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Research shows that around one in five adults in the UK cannot endure certain sounds due to the way the body responds to the noises and the discomfort it may cause.
  
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• West Ham take big step towards safety by thrashing Bournemouth - Brent and Kilburn Times

  23-04-2023 17:01 via news.google.com
  
  West Ham take big step towards safety by thrashing Bournemouth  Brent and Kilburn Times
  
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• Public services could be 'collateral damage' in NI political stalemate - Brent and Kilburn Times

  23-04-2023 16:42 via news.google.com
  
  Public services could be 'collateral damage' in NI political stalemate  Brent and Kilburn Times
  
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• Puppy severely injured after Gladstone Park XL Bully attack

  23-04-2023 16:27 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A four-month-old puppy has spent days in intensive care after it was mauled by another dog in a viscous attack and was left with a broken rib and collapsed lung.
  
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• Wireless Festival 2022 - Aimee Ha, Woodford County

  23-04-2023 15:51 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  In light of festival season starting again in London this summer, I thought it best to recount my experience last year of a day at Wireless Festival.
  
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• Kidbrooke Park Road crash: Suspected drink driver arrested

  23-04-2023 15:51 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A man has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a crash in Kidbrooke.
  
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• Diane Abbott has Labour whip suspended after comments about racism

  23-04-2023 15:22 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Diane Abbott has had the Labour whip suspended after she suggested Jewish, Irish and Traveller people are not subject to racism “all their lives”.
  
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• Hornchurch man's tribute to D-Day war veteran grandfather

  23-04-2023 15:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The Hornchurch grandson of one of the last naval officers serving in the Allied D-Day landings in the Second World War has paid tribute to him after his death.
  
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• London’s favourite market? by Aayushi Shrestha, Newstead Wood School

  23-04-2023 14:37 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Greenwich Market – a harmonious convergence of the craft and culinary worlds. With a colourful history and uniqueness (being part of the Greenwich Maritime World Heritage Site), it is popular among tourists and locals alike.
  
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• Missing man last seen at Queen Elizabeth Hospital

  23-04-2023 14:27 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Police have launched an urgent appeal to help find a missing elderly man.
  
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• Sport and How it Shapes Us - An Interiew - by Vivi Douglas, The Weald

  23-04-2023 13:04 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Sport. A word that despite only having one literal meaning, means something different to everyone. Playing a sport although some argue it comes naturally to them, is all about grit, determination and dedication. As the winter season of sport nears end and the summer sport athletes are preparing themselves for the beginning of competition, I spoke to amateur rugby player Dante about his upcoming Rugby Final and what the sport means to him.
  
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• The DofE experience- Bhumiekaa Boyapati, Newstead Wood School

  23-04-2023 12:30 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Prince Phillip established the Duke of Edinburgh programme in 1956 to aid in and promote the development of young people. The DofE requires the participant to perform a specific amount of volunteer work, show physical development, and demonstrate a variety of skills that will aid them during the expedition.There are 5 sections in Gold rather than 4 in Bronze and Silver, and these sections aid the environment and the community in addition to helping the individual.
  
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• 'Rye Lane' and the everchanging RomCom- Laura Turner, Parmiters School

  23-04-2023 12:15 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  New British romantic comedy Rye Lane is the directorial debut of Raine Allen-Miller. It focuses on two heartbroken Londoners who find solace and love in each other over one chaotic day out.
  
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• ULEZ: London charities hit back against ULEZ expansion

  23-04-2023 12:09 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Charities say they may have to shut down some of their services due to the planned Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) expansion and the “woefully inadequate” scrappage scheme.
  
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• Charities warn of cuts to services due to ULEZ expansion | Brent - Brent and Kilburn Times

  23-04-2023 12:09 via news.google.com
  
  Charities warn of cuts to services due to ULEZ expansion | Brent  Brent and Kilburn Times
  
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• Chasing Iceland: A Journey of Natural Wonders- Katie Glass, Ashcombe

  23-04-2023 11:21 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  In the second week of the Eater holidays, The Ashcombe School’s Geography Department took 29 students to nowhere less than the spectacular land of fire and ice. The trip spanned across 6 days and took in some of the best sites of what the southern coast of Iceland had to offer. From waterfalls to lava fields to Reykjavik, here are just some of the highlights.
  
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• Suffolk Road Dartford stabbing: Tributes paid to victim

  23-04-2023 11:06 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Tributes have been paid to an 18-year-old man who was stabbed to death in Dartford.
  
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• Sevenoaks Road Chelsfield Bromley crash: Cyclist fighting for life

  23-04-2023 10:13 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A cyclist is fighting for his life after a crash with a car in Bromley.
  
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• Kidbrooke Park Road crash: Recap

  23-04-2023 09:33 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A road in Kidbrooke is currently closed due to a crash.
  
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• Kidbrooke Park Road crash: Live traffic updates

  23-04-2023 09:33 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A road in Kidbrooke is currently closed due to a crash.
  
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• How Staples Road School in Loughton looked a century ago

  23-04-2023 09:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Staples Road School, Loughton, c1908.
  
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• HEWITT BRENT - Obituaries - passages.winnipegfreepress.com

  23-04-2023 09:00 via news.google.com
  
  HEWITT BRENT - Obituaries  passages.winnipegfreepress.com
  
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• Zoopla Tudor home in Sutton on the market for £2.75m

  23-04-2023 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  This breath-taking Tudor home advertised on Zoopla can be yours for £2,750,000.
  
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• This is when you can see the Flying Scotsman in London for ... - Brent and Kilburn Times

  23-04-2023 06:00 via news.google.com
  
  This is when you can see the Flying Scotsman in London for ...  Brent and Kilburn Times
  
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• Sykes Cottages: A staycation with its own beach and hot tub

  23-04-2023 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A weekend staycation is something of dreams, but it doesn’t often feel possible when living among the hustle and bustle in London.
  
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• Londoners go mad for viral Wes Anderson TikTok trend

  23-04-2023 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  TikTok users have gone wild for the Wes Anderson trend, here are some of the best in London.
  
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• Flying Scotsman: When to see in London for its centenary year

  23-04-2023 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Find out what dates and where you can see the Flying Scotsman in London for its centenary year.
  
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• ChatGPT names ten best things about Lewisham

  23-04-2023 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  We asked ChatGPT to list the top ten things about Lewisham – and here are the answers that it gave us.
  
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• Bromley to host best Coronation décor competition for shops

  23-04-2023 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Residents are being invited to nominate their favourite shops in Bromley for a competition which looks to find the decorated window display in celebration of the King's Coronation.
  
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• 5 of the oldest pubs in Greenwich for you to try

  23-04-2023 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  From a former coaching inn to a regency style pub – these are five of the oldest pubs in Greenwich for you to try.
  
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