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Woolwich residents and businesses fear being 'kicked out' by major redevelopment
Residents and businesses in Woolwich say they are fearing for their future after their estates appeared in a development masterplan.
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Inside one of Greenwich’s most popular primary schools with ‘dedicated staff'
A school in Greenwich is "thrilled" after data highlighted it as one of the most popular schools in the borough.
Jailed in June: Killer driver, pervy masseur & evil knifeman put away in South London
Our round-up of the south Londoners jailed in June 2026.
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Greenwich foodbank gets £6,000 boost amid high demand
Greenwich Foodbank has been awarded a £6,000 donation from Durkan Regen, alongside contributions from its supply chain partners and Greenwich Builds.
A HUGE 5,000 capacity music and sports venue could be coming to Charlton
Plans to open a 5,000-person capacity open-air events venue in South East London have been met with objections from the police and a nearby shisha lounge.
Locals in Hither Green left without water as emergency repairs underway
Customers in parts of Lee and Hither Green have been left without water as emergency repairs continue on the local network.
Woolwich foot tunnel: Council shares when £217k lift repair will FINALLY complete
Greenwich Council has revealed that the Woolwich Foot Tunnel's north lift should finally be fixed by the end of this year.
Sword attack and NHS fraud - 7 cases that shocked News Shopper readers in 2026 so far
At the halfway point of 2026, the News Shopper looks back at seven of the most shocking cases in south east London this year.
Greenwich Council announce major plans for new cycling route - have your say
A host of improvements have been proposed for the Greenwich Park to Elverson Road walking route, including new crossings.
‘Welcome change’ as spate of hot weather brings big boost to Greenwich businesses
The Gipsy Moth pub and River Gardens Cafe have told News Shopper that business has been booming amidst the sweltering heat.
Four Greenwich places to watch England in the World Cup - including Victorian pub
Ahead of England's next match tonight against Ghana, here are four places to catch the World Cup action in Greenwich.
Greenwich's most oversubscribed primary schools for 2026
New figures have revealed which primary schools were the most popular among families in Greenwich for the upcoming academic year.
Huge planned Woolwich regeneration scheme set to take step forward
Greenwich Council is seeking cabinet approval for the implementation of a compulsory purchase order to move the Woolwich Exchange project forward.
From ghost stories to live jazz - Greenwich’s historic pub undergoing refurb
The Spanish Galleon pub in Greenwich is one of the area’s most historic watering holes, located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the current building dating back to 1836.
What you need to know about Labyrinth on the Thames 2026 – dates and line-up
A major music event is returning to south London this summer – here’s everything you need to know.
The historic palace featured in Bridgerton crowned London’s best wedding venue
A 17th-century palace that featured in Bridgerton has been crowned London’s best wedding venue by Muddy Stilettos.
London council plans nearly 50,000 new homes
Greenwich council has unveiled its draft Local Plan, which outlines proposals for almost 50,000 new homes.
Hospital garden built with rugby club support offers hope to patients
A hospital courtyard at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich has been transformed into a peaceful garden.
Five south-east London places to enjoy the sun as temperatures set reach the 30s
Temperatures in London are set to hit the 30s again this week – so we’ve rounded up five things to do in south-east London.
Masseur who sexually assaulted clients among south Londoners jailed in June so far
Our round-up of the south Londoners jailed in recent weeks.