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Murder inquiry in motion after woman’s body discovered in flat
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Murder inquiry in motion after woman’s body discovered in flat
Two teenagers charged with murder of Kelyan Bokassa on Woolwich bus
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Two teenagers charged with murder of Kelyan Bokassa on Woolwich bus
The ‘mould torture’ that never ends for Blackheath couple
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The ‘mould torture’ that never ends for Blackheath couple
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Two boys and woman, 44, arrested in connection with Kelyan Bokassa murder
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Police have arrested two boys and a 44-year-old woman in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Kelyan Bokassa. A 15-year-old ...
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Two sought in relation to Kelyan murder on Woolwich bus
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Detectives investigating the murder of Kelyan Bokassa in Woolwich have named two people they would like to speak to. Police ...
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Woolwich blocks which did not comply with buildings regs ‘can stay’ inspectorate rules
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By Joe Coughlan, Local Democracy Reporter A pair of Woolwich tower blocks earmarked for demolition will be allowed to stay ...
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Elizabeth line becomes UK’s busiest railway service
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The Elizabeth line is now the busiest railway service in the UK, with a new report showing the route has ...
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Shed fire contained after alarming spread to neighbouring gardens
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One shed and ten metres of garden fencing were completely destroyed by a fire in Abbey Wood last night. Half ...
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Court hearing today for man accused of Shooters Hill stabbing
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A man has been charged following a stabbing that took place in Shooters Hill on Monday. Oquaine Simpson, 19, of ...
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Woolwich locals call for greater police presence as two teenagers stabbed in less than 24 hours
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By Joe Coughlan, Local Democracy Reporter Woolwich locals have called for a greater police presence following two teenagers being stabbed ...
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Stabbing claims life of 14-year-old boy as fears of ‘turf war’ take root
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A 14-year-old boy who was stabbed to death on Tuesday afternoon is the latest fatality in a recent spate of ...
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‘A horrendous crime’: Manhunt launched after boy, 14, stabbed to death on bus
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A manhunt has been launched to find the killer of a 14-year-old boy who was stabbed to death on board ...
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Boy, 14, stabbed to death on bus in Woolwich
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A 14-year-old boy has been stabbed to death on a bus in Woolwich. Police were called at just before 2.30pm ...
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Greenwich’s ice cream war takes fresh turn with court order over ban
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By Joe Coughlan, Local Democracy Reporter Greenwich council faces yet more costs in a row over its policy on ice ...
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Royal Observatory announce dates of annual Astronomy Photography Competition
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The Royal Observatory Greenwich has announced the dates for its annual astronomy photography competition. In its 17th year, the Astronomy ...
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Silvertown tunnel opening date confirmed as drivers prepare for new charges
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The official opening date for the Silvertown tunnel has been announced by Transport for London (TfL) today. With construction coming ...
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Children’s services leader in Greenwich awarded CBE in New Year Honours list
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Florence Kroll, Greenwich council’s director for children’s services, has been awarded a CBE (Commander of the Order of the British ...
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South London has the most dangerous prisons in the country, new data shows
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HMP Wandsworth and Thameside have been identified as the most dangerous prisons in the country, new data has revealed. House ...
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Creating fans of the future: Charlton relaunch Schools Partnership
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Charlton Athletic has relaunched its Schools Partnership Scheme which will see the Addicks support schools across Greenwich. The deal was ...
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Fresh ‘student housing’ scheme on the drawing board for ‘dilapidated’ Woolwich site
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By Joe Coughlan, Local Democracy Reporter Woolwich residents are looking forward to seeing a ‘dilapidated’ site in their town centre ...
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Calling arts and culture organisations: Apply for Greenwich festivals funding
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Greenwich Festivals returns in 2025 for another exciting summer, and applications for funding are now open.  Organisations can apply for ...
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Festive cheer for scores of sheltered accommodation residents
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Christmas came early for 100 residents of sheltered accommodations in Bexley and Greenwich, who enjoyed a festive get-together. The event, ...
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Best seat in the house: Woolwich couple revel in good fortune
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By Joe Coughlan, Local Democracy Reporter A couple living beside a pair of Grade II listed 16th century docks in ...
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Labour regains West Thamesmead seat
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By Joe Coughlan, Local Democracy Reporter Labour has reclaimed its hold of Greenwich's West Thamesmead ward in a local by-election ...
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‘A wonderful surprise’: Lifelong Charlton Athletic fan receives festive visit in hospital
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A lifelong Charlton Athletic fan who is currently being treated in hospital for cancer got a surprise visit from his ...
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Christmas comes early at children’s hospice with Charlton Athletic visit
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Christmas came early for youngsters at a children’s hospice this week with a special visit from a football team. Charlton ...
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Council raises £500,000 for climate action investment
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A local authority has raised half a million pounds to support climate action initiatives across the borough.   Greenwich council has ...
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Community in new development comes together for first festive celebration
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Residents at a new development have celebrated their first Christmas as a community with a festive market on Saturday. Housing ...
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Owners of missing rescue dog hoping for safe return in time for Christmas
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Owners of an adventurous hound who has been on the run for more than a month are calling for help ...
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Man who lured 20-year-old victim to his death jailed for life
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A man who lured his victim out into the open before he was stabbed to death has been jailed for ...
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‘An attack on democracy’: Developer admits discouraging residents’ objections
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By Joe Coughlan, Local Democracy Reporter A housing developer has admitted to discouraging residents from filing objections to planning applications ...
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Mystery death of young man in Blackheath ‘not seen as suspicious’
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The death of a man found unresponsive in Blackheath is being treated as 'unexpected but not suspicious.' Police were called ...
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Student artwork projected on to side of former bank building
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An artwork created by university staff and students has been projected onto the side of a former bank building.  The ...
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‘I don’t want to invest in war’: Greenwich council urged to divest pensions from arms suppliers
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Residents and activists have urged their council to divest its pensions fund from arms companies supplying Israel. Members of Greenwich ...
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Collaboration making Woolwich Common estate a better place all round
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Residents in Woolwich Common have celebrated the success of a £20,000 project to make their neighbourhood greener, cleaner and safer. ...
University campus locked down after four attacked with ‘unknown substance’
University campus locked down after four attacked with ‘unknown substance’
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Drivers caught out by new Greenwich restrictions spared fines until new year
Drivers caught out by new Greenwich restrictions spared fines until new year
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‘They saved my life’: The Greenwich charity providing a solution to the maternal health crisis
‘They saved my life’: The Greenwich charity providing a solution to the maternal health crisis
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Greenwich free school ranked in top 12 schools in the country
Greenwich free school ranked in top 12 schools in the country
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Men who mowed down teenage boy in reckless car chase jailed
Men who mowed down teenage boy in reckless car chase jailed
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Disabled pensioner, 94, fears car park sale will cut her off from shops, cllr says
Disabled pensioner, 94, fears car park sale will cut her off from shops, cllr says
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Greenwich petitioners get their wish as speed bumps and 20mph curbs are put in place
Greenwich petitioners get their wish as speed bumps and 20mph curbs are put in place
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Hospitals open Christmas toy appeal to spread festive cheer for young patients
Hospitals open Christmas toy appeal to spread festive cheer for young patients
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Plumstead parents express shock and dismay at proposed primary school closure
Plumstead parents express shock and dismay at proposed primary school closure
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Olympics legacy equestrian centre must go, Greenwich council decides
Olympics legacy equestrian centre must go, Greenwich council decides
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Taking pride in local play space – youngsters do their bit to revive it
Taking pride in local play space – youngsters do their bit to revive it
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Sisters get behind Greenwich’s appeal for more foster carers
Sisters get behind Greenwich’s appeal for more foster carers
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Greenwich launches guide for carers to help them cope with the demands
Greenwich launches guide for carers to help them cope with the demands
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Street artists invited to decorate development hoardings with graffiti
Street artists invited to decorate development hoardings with graffiti
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Instant feedback from AI – Greenwich students being offered revolutionary aid to course work
Instant feedback from AI – Greenwich students being offered revolutionary aid to course work
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Met officers under criminal investigation after crash which killed pregnant woman
Met officers under criminal investigation after crash which killed pregnant woman
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Town hall wants Greenwich residents’ feedback on budget priorities
Town hall wants Greenwich residents’ feedback on budget priorities
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It’s a Labour win in Shooters Hill
It’s a Labour win in Shooters Hill
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Falling numbers could spell the end for another Greenwich primary school
Falling numbers could spell the end for another Greenwich primary school
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Set of Grade II listed buildings to be converted into 500 news homes
Set of Grade II listed buildings to be converted into 500 news homes
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Historic Greenwich building added to Historic England’s at Risk Register
Historic Greenwich building added to Historic England’s at Risk Register
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Greenwich railway station set for new seating and history installation after funding
Greenwich railway station set for new seating and history installation after funding
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Councils welcome funding to protect rough sleepers through winter, but fear it may not be enough
Councils welcome funding to protect rough sleepers through winter, but fear it may not be enough
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Developer appeals decision to refuse building next to 19th century chimney
Developer appeals decision to refuse building next to 19th century chimney
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