Hammersmith and Fulham news

• Harrods winter sale is starting more than a week early this year

  16-12-2021 20:49
  
  Harrods' winter sale is starting early and will see reductions continue throughout December.
  
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• How do students feel about closure possibilities? - Lenah BWHS

  16-12-2021 20:46
  
  The Omicron variant is spreading quickly in several countries. The new Covid strain 'Omicron' was discovered on November 24th, 2021 and has been found to multiply about 70 times quicker than the original and Delta versions of coronavirus in tissue samples taken from the bronchus. The newly rising wave of Omicron infections could lead to many new restrictions being put into place. Many schools are preparing for further disruption and possible closures as the Omicron variant has hit the
  
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• The Christmas Carol with Kermit - Kathryn T, Townley Grammar

  16-12-2021 20:10
  
  What could be more festive than seeing a Christmas event in the centre of London with the lights twinkling outside?
  
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• Golf centre to start selling alcohol in 'bunker bar'

  16-12-2021 20:00
  
  A golf centre has been given permission to sell alcohol in more areas sparking fears it is turning into a "party venue".
  
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• East London hospitals struggling due to winter pressures

  16-12-2021 19:45
  
  King George Hospital in Ilford and Queen’s Hospital in Romford are "very much struggling" to cope with Covid and winter pressures due to a lack of staff.
  
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• Dartford Crossing: Three in hospital after five-vehicle crash

  16-12-2021 18:47
  
  Three people are in hospital after a crash involving five vehicles, including lorries, at Dartford Crossing.
  
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• Six rescued from flat fire in Mitcham

  16-12-2021 18:17
  
  Six people have been rescued from a flat fire in Mitcham.
  
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• Can Donkeys Really Improve our Wellbeing?

  16-12-2021 17:26
  
  In the nativity, every year we are told a donkey carried Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem to have their baby. In Ancient Greece, donkeys were used to transfer goods down narrow paths or in vineyards. Even now, donkeys are needed in farming all over the world. But is carrying crops, food and water all donkeys are good for?
  
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• “On Site, Out of Sight” Townley Grammar Targets Screen Time By Kelsey Holt

  16-12-2021 17:20
  
  Townley Grammar School has begun to implement a new policy regarding phones within the school community. It states that students can have their phones off in their bag and they must not be used at any point of the school day. The rationale behind this? “reducing screen time”, a “continuing desire to build healthy relationships”, and to improve “time spent with peers during social time”.
  
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• Will Premier League be suspended? List of games postponed by Covid-19

  16-12-2021 17:04
  
  Spurs’ visit to Leicester is the latest game to be called off as a result of positive Covid tests.
  
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• South east Londoners determined to solve sky light mystery

  16-12-2021 16:14
  
  A bright flashing light has been spotted in the sky in south east London for the second night in a row.
  
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• Man fell from bus in Harlow and died ‘after driver failed to apply handbrake’

  16-12-2021 15:29
  
  An elderly passenger died after falling from the open door of a stopped bus when it lurched forward because the driver had failed to apply the handbrake, a court heard.
  
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• Covid cases: Highest weekly rise in south east London boroughs

  16-12-2021 15:28
  
  FIGURES show that three south east London boroughs are in the top five UK areas with the highest week-on-week rise in Covid cases.
  
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• My new art home

  16-12-2021 15:05
  
  I have recently been opened up to the sheer artistic experience of the Tate Britain due to an art A-Level trip, from now on it is my go to gallery.
  
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• Morrisons kicks off Dry January early with deals on non-alcoholic drinks

  16-12-2021 14:44
  
  Non-alcoholic deals in Morrisons to help you through Dry January.
  
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• Princess Alexandra Hospital suspending visiting for adult inpatients

  16-12-2021 13:49
  
  A hospital is suspending visiting for adult inpatients as part of temporary new rules to limit the spread of the new Omicron coronavirus variant.
  
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• Christmas Fair

  16-12-2021 13:46
  
  The Reach Academy Feltham christmas fair went off without a hitch. Read this to know more.
  
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• Leicester vs Spurs called off over Covid outbreaks

  16-12-2021 13:35
  
  Tottenham's game away at Leicester this evening (Thursday) has been postponed due to Covid outbreaks.
  
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• How south east London MPs voted on new Covid rules

  16-12-2021 13:33
  
  Members of Parliament (MPs) have voted on the newly introduced Covid rules across England.
  
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• Last minute Christmas gifts from Philips including laser hair removal, shavers and more

  16-12-2021 13:22
  
  Philips has got you sorted with presents your loved ones won’t just want, they’ll need.
  
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• Cath Kidston releases final part of Harry Potter collection and it's magical

  16-12-2021 13:18
  
  The final chapter of the Harry Potter x Cath Kidston collection has been released.
  
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• Christmas wrapping paper you can recycle from Paperchase, RSPB and WHSmith

  16-12-2021 13:12
  
  There's no more festive sight than beautifully wrapped presents waiting under the Christmas tree until December 25.
  
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• Koci Selamaj accepts responsibility for killing of Sabina Nessa

  16-12-2021 13:05
  
  A garage worker has accepted responsibility for the killing of primary school teacher Sabina Nessa.
  
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• Tory Christmas aides’ lockdown party ‘involved’ Bexley Councillor

  16-12-2021 12:50
  
  THE Bexley Conservative Group has confirmed that one of its councillors was involved in Christmas party held by Tory aides during lockdown.
  
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• East London fraudster to be sentenced after tricking hotel staff

  16-12-2021 12:47
  
  A fraudster is due to be sentenced after tricking hotel staff into handing over property - estimated to be worth more than £80,000 - belonging to guests.
  
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• Christmas gifts 2021: 10 gifts you can buy from The Works for under £25

  16-12-2021 12:13
  
  The Works has revealed its top 10 gifts this Christmas, all for under £25. Here's how you can buy them.
  
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• Greenwich man charged following heroin and cocaine drugs supply

  16-12-2021 11:56
  
  A man from Greenwich has been charged with being concerned in the supply of class A drugs.
  
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• Taco Bell to open new store in Woolwich

  16-12-2021 11:43
  
  AMERICAN franchise, Taco Bell, is set to open its doors in Woolwich.
  
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• Prince Andrew case: Settlement order in lawsuit should be published

  16-12-2021 11:31
  
  A settlement used to protect Prince Andrew from a lawsuit alleging abuse of a 17-year-old girl should be made public, a US judge has said. The deal was reached between Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre around 2008, the Independent reports.
  
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• Circuit breaker lockdown UK: Is another lockdown coming in 2021? What we know

  16-12-2021 11:15
  
  Will we face another lockdown in 2021?
  
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• Man dies in flat fire in Nether Street, North Finchley

  16-12-2021 11:12
  
  A Barnet flat and the building's roof was "destrpued" by a fire this morning (Thursday, December 16).
  
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• Fire destroys flat in Nether Street, North Finchley

  16-12-2021 11:12
  
  A Barnet flat and the building's roof was "destrpued" by a fire this morning (Thursday, December 16).
  
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• Where will all the birds go?

  16-12-2021 11:00
  
  A FEW years ago I piloted a vintage Tiger Moth biplane above the Northamptonshire countryside where as young children, my brother, cousins and I enjoyed exploring.
  
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• Croydon: 93-year-old woman dies after crash

  16-12-2021 10:44
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses after a 93-year-old woman died following a crash in Croydon.
  
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• Southwark: Fatal stabbing victim named and pictured

  16-12-2021 10:36
  
  Police have named and pictured a man who was fatally stabbed in Elephant and Castle on Tuesday - as the appeal for information about the attack continues.
  
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• Heathrow passengers charges to rise by more than 50%

  16-12-2021 09:39
  
  Heathrow airport has been approved to increase passenger charges for the new year.
  
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• PS5 stock on sale at Smyths Toys in UK today

  16-12-2021 08:02
  
  The PlayStation 5 is the most sought-after gadget on the planet right now with gamers desperately trying to get their hands on a new console.
  
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• Sabina Nessa murder: accused Koci Selamaj due in court today

  16-12-2021 07:19
  
  Koci Selamaj, accused of murdering primary school teacher Sabina Nessa, is expected to enter his plea in court later today.
  
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• Sabina Nessa murder: accused due in court today

  16-12-2021 07:19
  
  Koci Selamaj, accused of murdering primary school teacher Sabina Nessa, is expected to enter his plea in court later today.
  
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• South east Londoner’s most favourite part about Christmas dinner

  16-12-2021 06:00
  
  We asked south east Londoners what their favourite part of Christmas dinner is.
  
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• Rushey Green school to make garden in memory of Sabina Nessa

  16-12-2021 06:00
  
  The primary school where Sabina Nessa taught is raising funds for an “edible” garden in memory of their teacher.
  
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• Could Omicron bring disaster onto schools?- Maya M Williams The Holy Cross School

  16-12-2021 01:10
  
  Rumours of schools closing down circle as the uncertainty around the new Omicron variant rush through the country.
  
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• The origin of advent calendars by Caitlin Walters Latymer Upper School

  16-12-2021 00:59
  
  The period of Advent (meaning ‘coming’) has been celebrated and used for a time of spiritual preparation since the fourth century. In the Christian calendar, the first day of advent is variable- intended from the fourth Sunday before Christmas day. However, advent always ends on Christmas eve. Advent is the season in the religious calendar devoted to preparation for the birth of Jesus. In terms of the advent calendars, however, Advent begins on the first of December.
  
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• Saint Olave's: Winners of the Jimmy Cup - Kalina Stoyanova, Saint Olave's Grammar School

  16-12-2021 00:49
  
  After a season of intense practice, constant training, and gruelling games, the Saint Olave’s rugby team reached the final of the Jimmy Cup – a regional rugby cup for schools in London – receiving their sought-after victory and beating their competitors Hayes in one of the most thrilling rugby matches of the year.
  
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• The Importance Of Modern Foreign Languages (By Anna Tresigne, Tiffin Girl's School)

  16-12-2021 00:46
  
   
  
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• Japanese art :)

  16-12-2021 00:27
  
  A Japanese artist brought their art to Covent Garden
  
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• A BLAST FROM THE PAST: Victoria Nevermore’s gorgeous historical inspired jewellery - Charlotte Reed, Radnor House Twickenham

  16-12-2021 00:25
  
  With the creation of period dramas such as Bridgerton, more of us have found ourselves coveting their lavish lifestyles and  dreaming of the balls and dresses that we admired as young children. Victoria Nevermore’s niche and dainty jewellery brand perfectly captivates this.
  
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• It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover review - Nishtha Sukhadia, The Holy Cross School

  16-12-2021 00:15
  
  (Spoiler free review) Well it's a book. But not just any book, it’s a book that slowly warms your heart, then slowly piece by piece pulls it out only to stuff it back into place.
  
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• Society vs Literature - Nishtha Sukhadia, The Holy Cross School

  16-12-2021 00:08
  
  Has the hobby of reading slowly deteriorated?
  
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• Feltham Convening Project - Immanuel Rajiv, Reach Academy

  16-12-2021 00:05
  
  The Feltham Convening Project aims to bring together a wide range of organisations and individuals who influence or work with young people in Feltham. The project is trying to change the conditions around children and young people that affect their outcomes. Academic outcomes are impacted by other domains, such as health and wellbeing, social networks, and being safe and well supported. recently spoke to Victoria Hirst about the scope of the project.
  
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