Streatham gymnastics coach revels in national recognition Submitted by daniel on Wed, 22/01/2025 - 11:43 A gymnastics coach from Streatham has earned national acclaim for ensuring everyone has equal access to the sport. South West Londoner
Cooper orders review of anti-terror programme so ‘serious cases are not missed’ Submitted by daniel on Tue, 21/01/2025 - 23:54 The Home Secretary has ordered a “thorough review” of the Southport killer’s referrals to the Prevent anti-terror programme “to identify what changes are needed to make sure serious cases are not missed”. Evening Standard
Ararat sessions build emergency resilience Submitted by daniel on Tue, 21/01/2025 - 21:48 Following last year’s emergency recovery information sessions, Ararat Rural City Council will host a series of community emergency management planning workshops, starting next month. The Weekly Advertiser
Daughter of murdered MP David Amess 'praying' for inquiry as she hits out at Tory government for refusing to meet her Submitted by daniel on Tue, 21/01/2025 - 20:42 The daughter of murdered MP Sir David Amess has said she is 'praying' for an inquiry as she hit out at the previous Tory government for refusing to meet with her. LBC
Here’s the full list of 13 Homebase stores set to close by the end of this month Submitted by daniel on Tue, 21/01/2025 - 13:12 Over the past few years, some of the UK’s most beloved brands have seen massive upheaval. From new openings from the likes of Aldi and Costco to store closures by Wilko, M&S, Boots and Next, some of the country’s most recognisable retailers are adapting to new trends and markets. Time Out UK
Winning Thames waterman’s prize returns to Lambeth Archives Submitted by daniel on Tue, 21/01/2025 - 11:35 In 1833, a rower from Lambeth won the annual race to be the fastest on the Thames. The prize he won 192 years ago has just been returned to Lambeth. Doggett’s Coat and Badge Love Lambeth
TfL proposes axing suspended Streatham night bus route 319 Submitted by daniel on Tue, 21/01/2025 - 10:49 A consultation has been launched to axe late night buses at the weekend for route 319 between Sloane Square and Streatham Hill. These services have been suspended since the pandemic, but TfL plans to now make this change permanent. This is Local London
TfL proposes axing suspended Streatham night bus route 319 Submitted by daniel on Tue, 21/01/2025 - 10:49 A consultation has been launched to axe late night buses at the weekend for route 319 between Sloane Square and Streatham Hill. These services have been suspended since the pandemic, but TfL plans to now make this change permanent. Wandsworth Guardian
Store closures update: Homebase to shut down 13 locations this month - full list Submitted by daniel on Mon, 20/01/2025 - 18:12 Homebase is closing 13 stores across the UK this month in another blow to Britain's high streets. The DIY and garden retailer confirmed the closures will take place this weekend, though exact dates for individual stores have not been announced. GB News
Croydon: Two men who killed drug dealer for cocaine stash jailed Submitted by daniel on Mon, 20/01/2025 - 14:22 Two men have been sentenced for killing and attempting to rob a drug dealer for a stash of cocaine in south London. Michael Afonso-Peixoto, 27, drove to Thornton Heath after someone offered to buy drugs, but was instead ambushed by five men. BBC