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• BBC viewers slam 'cringe' Eurovision Song Contest 2025 minutes into Grand Final

  17-05-2025 22:26 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Eurovision Song Contest 2025 rubbed up viewers the wrong way just moments into the live Grand Final.
  
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• Counter-terror officers arrest another over fires at Keir Starmer's properties

  17-05-2025 22:19 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Sir Keir is understood to still own the home, but lives at the Prime Minister’s official residence in Downing Street.
  
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• Why this resort in Mallorca is the dreamiest getaway for Londoners in need of a reset

  17-05-2025 18:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  As someone living in London - where the days blur together and even a trip to the park requires strategic timing - I know how crucial it is to find a proper escape.
  
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• See some of the 'biggest and best' pictures by long-running photography group

  17-05-2025 18:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The Hampstead Photographic Society's summer exhibition takes place at Lauderdale House Highgate this month
  
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• Food festival with celebrity chefs and musicians to come to London for bank holiday

  17-05-2025 18:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Foodies Festival returns to Syon Park, Brentford, from May 24–26 with live music, celebrity chefs, tasting masterclasses, family fun, and global street food. Book tickets now.
  
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• 'I tried the new menu at Giggling Squid Hornchurch and was transported to Thailand'

  17-05-2025 17:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  High Street, Hornchurch's picturesque Giggling Squid has a new lunch menu - and I popped in to try it.
  
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• ‘Around 300 people’ at Plumstead music event as five stabbed

  17-05-2025 16:43 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Around 300 people attended a music event on Nathan Way, Plumstead, where five people were stabbed.
  
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• Two men arrested after boy, 16, stabbed in Crouch Hill

  17-05-2025 16:22 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Two men have been arrested after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed on Dickenson Road, Crouch Hill.
  
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• Five arrested after stabbings at 'music event’ in Plumstead

  17-05-2025 16:07 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  An investigation into a violent incident in Plumstead has seen five people arrested.
  
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• The Essex village which has a hospital and is 'punching above its weight' for pubs

  17-05-2025 15:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Orsett is an Essex village half an hour away from Romford and described as punching above its weight with its pub selection.
  
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• Three people in hospital as 'five stabbed' at Plumstead event

  17-05-2025 13:40 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Three people have been taken to hospital after five people have reportedly been stabbed in Plumstead.
  
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• Man dies and flowers laid after lorry crash outside pub in Stoke Newington

  17-05-2025 13:21 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A man has died after being hit by a lorry on Stoke Newington High Street while leaving a Wetherspoon pub.
  
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• North west London men charged with national security offences

  17-05-2025 13:03 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Iranian men from St John's Wood, Kensal Rise and Ealing have been charged with national security offences.
  
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• The latest food hygiene ratings in Croydon for restaurants, takeaways and cafes

  17-05-2025 13:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Croydon restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.
  
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• Police searching for girl, 13, missing from Greenwich for two days

  17-05-2025 13:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Police are searching for missing Greenwich girl Simona, who was last seen two days ago.
  
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• London chimney sweeper has found everything from a WW2 gun to love letters

  17-05-2025 13:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A London chimney sweep has revealed what some of the strangest items he has found are, including love letters and a WW2 gun.
  
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• International collaboration brings classic comedy to Hornchurch

  17-05-2025 13:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Classic comedy Noises Off is set to take the stage at Queen's Theatre Hornchurch later this month.
  
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• Bromley warning over new conservation area planning applications

  17-05-2025 13:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Bromley Council has received new planning applications for properties in Chislehurst, Penge, and Petts Wood conservation areas, including extensions, loft conversions, and heritage improvements.
  
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• Five people stabbed in 'serious assault' at Plumstead event

  17-05-2025 12:39 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Five people have been rushed to the hospital after stabbings in a Plumstead event.
  
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• Free beach with sand and deck chairs returns to shopping centre

  17-05-2025 12:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A free beach has returned to the Baytree Shopping Centre in Brentwood for the summer.
  
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• Recap as Plumstead road shut by police overnight after stabbings

  17-05-2025 11:17 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A 'police incident' is taking place at Nathan Way, Plumstead.
  
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• Second man charged over London nightclub ‘bottle attack’ involving Chris Brown

  17-05-2025 11:03 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A second man has been charged over a London nightclub assault involving singer Chris Brown.
  
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• This is why I'll still watch Eurovision 2025 - even if people slam the UK act

  17-05-2025 10:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Eurovision for some people means Abba, nil points (mostly for the UK, yes) and a booze up – unless you’re like me.
  
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• The Kent city named best place to live less than an hour from London

  17-05-2025 09:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Canterbury is just an hour away from central London and was previously named the best place to live in Kent by Muddy Stilettos.
  
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• Mum offered £1,650 after Brent Council fault caused her SEND child to 'miss out on education' - Harrow Online

  17-05-2025 09:00 via news.google.com
  Mum offered £1,650 after Brent Council fault caused her SEND child to 'miss out on education'  Harrow Online
  
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• Update on menu and opening date at new Hampstead butcher and rotisserie

  17-05-2025 07:04 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Ollie Harley is opening a butcher and rotisserie in Oriel Place Hampstead next month serving home made sausages, roast chicken and prime beef cuts
  
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• The canal walk with pub pitstops named as one of London's best

  17-05-2025 07:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  The canal walk that starts in east London with pub stops along the way which has been named as one of London's best.
  
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• 'The Soho restaurant serving up spring newness that is a must try'

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Spring has arrived to one of my favourite vegan restaurants in London, Mildred's, and it was well-worth the wait.
  
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• The hidden Sri Lankan café with 'best coffee in Sutton' up for national award

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A Sri Lankan café within a wellbeing space in Sutton has been shortlisted for a prestigious award.
  
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• The community-driven Cheam fair which first began over 750 years ago

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A fair and community event, which first began over 750 years ago, is set to return to Cheam.
  
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• The beautiful forest that inspired Winnie the Pooh just 2 hours from London

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Ashdown Forest inspired the world of Winnie the Pooh and it's just two hours from London.
  
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• Sidcup mum’s horror as baby falls critically ill after swallowing Vicks VapoRub

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A Sidcup mum has spoken of her horror after her 11-month-old daughter fell critically ill moments after accidentally ingesting a tiny amount of Vicks VapoRub.
  
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• Rooftop cocktail bar with live DJ sets to open on top of The O2 this summer

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Enjoy sunset views, tiki cocktails, and live DJ sets at The O2’s new rooftop cocktail bar, launching July 25 as part of Up at The O2’s Summer Sessions.
  
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• Pub in the Park returning to London with live music and celebrity chefs

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Pub in the Park arrives at Gunnersbury Park from May 30 to June 1, featuring top chefs, live music, Britpop tributes, and gourmet pub cuisine curated by Tom Kerridge.
  
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• North London football club named as best in the county

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Whetstone Wanderers Youth FC has been named April’s England Football Accredited Club of the Month by Middlesex FA, recognising decades of community service and football development.
  
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• Look inside this £1.7m luxury family home in Emerson Park with heated pool

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  A five-bedroom home in Emerson Park, Hornchurch, with a heated pool, garden annexe, and five en suites, is for sale at £1.75 million.
  
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• I tried the Norfolk holiday destination perfect for beach and nature lovers

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  I took my family for a long weekend in Great Yarmouth and tried out the best things to do from Norfolk Broads boat trips, to wildlife parks and beaches.
  
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• Free Urban Village Fete to return to Greenwich this weekend with music and food

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Urban Village Fete is returning to Greenwich Peninsula on May 18, 2025, celebrating ten years of creativity with music, food, workshops, and panel talks.
  
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• Former taxi office in Croydon could be turned into café and bar

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Plans have been submitted to convert a former taxi office in Croydon into a café and bar.
  
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• Dartford named one of Britain’s most popular affordable towns for families

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Dartford has been named one of the most popular affordable towns in Britain for families looking to buy a home, in new national research by property website Zoopla.
  
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• 10-week closure of Blackheath rail tunnel set to start this weekend

  17-05-2025 06:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk
  
  Passengers in south east London are being asked to plan ahead for a 10-week closure of the Blackheath rail tunnel.
  
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