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Plans for children’s care home in Edgware refused by council

17-10-2026 20:48 via Harrow Online

Plans to turn a house in Edgware into a children’s care home have been refused by Harrow Council following concerns about whether the proposed facility was needed locally.
The application involved converting a semi-detached property at 69 The Chase into a residential home for up to four children aged between eight and 17, with staff providing care around the clock. However, the council rejected the plans on 14 October after its Children’s Services team raised concerns about whether t

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Phone snatchings, burglaries and knife incidents among latest Harrow police updates

17-10-2026 16:14 via Harrow Online

Police have issued several crime updates across Harrow, including a phone snatching in South Harrow, three burglaries on Kenton Road and concerns about knife-related incidents at West Harrow Recreation Ground.
The information was shared through Met Engage, the the Force’s community messaging platform, which keeps residents informed about crime and policing activity locally.
The updates come after Harrow Online reported two separate phone snatching incidents in Harrow Weald within the last

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Diwali celebrations to take place at St George’s Shopping Centre

17-10-2026 10:46 via Harrow Online

Families in Harrow are being invited to enjoy a free Diwali celebration at St George’s Shopping Centre later this month, with Bollywood dancing, arts and crafts and activities for children.
The event will take place on Saturday 24 October, during the October half-term period, with entertainment provided by AK Bollywood Dance.
Shoppers will be able to watch live Bollywood dance performances, take part in workshops and enjoy a range of activities throughout the afternoon. All activities will

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Plans for 97-bedroom care home in Harrow Weald face objections from residents

17-10-2026 08:49 via Harrow Online

Plans to demolish Vernon Lodge in Harrow Weald and replace it with a new 97-bedroom care home have attracted objections from residents concerned about the size of the building, parking and road safety.
The proposals, submitted by Gold Care Homes, would see the existing buildings at 654 Kenton Lane demolished and replaced with a new care home rising to four storeys. The development would include bedrooms with private bathrooms, landscaped outdoor areas and parking for staff and visitors.
The prop

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