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Woolwich murder victim is named
Officers attended a residential address in Argyll Road, at around 5.30pm on Friday, following concerns for the welfare of the occupant. Sadly, when they attended the property, they found the body of a deceased Marianne Kilonzi.
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Murder inquiry in motion after woman’s body discovered in flat
Police were called to a flat in Argyll Road at around 5.30pm on Friday, following concerns for the welfare of the occupant.
The latest Greenwich planning submissions including tree works and extensions
Greenwich Borough Council has validated planning applications for January 2025, including home extensions, loft conversions, and tree works.
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Two teenagers charged with murder of Kelyan Bokassa on Woolwich bus
A 15-year-old boy from Woolwich, and a 16-year-old boy from Plumstead, were charged with the murder of Kelyan Bokassa this morning.
The ‘mould torture’ that never ends for Blackheath couple
Kevin Barry, 71, and Rita Barry, 72, have lived in the flat in Blackheath for 29 years, with Mrs Barry claiming mould has been a recurring issue since 2021.
Two boys and woman, 44, arrested in connection with Kelyan Bokassa murder
A 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy were arrested yesterday on suspicion of murder, they both remain in custody.
Two sought in relation to Kelyan murder on Woolwich bus
Detectives continue to follow a number of lines of enquiry and would now like to speak to 15-year old Colin Chabikwa and 16-year-old Mosawar Zazi in connection with Kelyan’s murder.
Woolwich blocks which did not comply with buildings regs ‘can stay’ inspectorate rules
Greenwich council had ordered developer Comer Homes to knock down the buildings in September 2023, claiming there were 26 material deviations from the planning permission it had granted in 2012.
Greenwich to celebrate Lunar New Year with festival of performances and activities
A riverside festival with a huge dragon display and free activities is coming to Greenwich to celebrate Lunar New Year.
All the Southeastern trains cancelled due to engineering work this Sunday
Due to planned engineering work, some Southeastern trains will be cancelled, diverted or replaced by buses this Sunday.
Orpington shoplifter and Lewisham car break-in among latest in court
These cases were heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Wednesday and Thursday.
Drivers warned Silvertown tunnel opening could 'make traffic jams worse'
A campaigner against the Silvertown tunnel has warned that drivers could one day face worse traffic jams crossing the River Thames than they do now.
Elizabeth line becomes UK’s busiest railway service
A new report shows that the two year old service has already created jobs, homes and regeneration along its route.
Lorry driver taken to hospital after crash near Blackwall Tunnel
A man has been taken to hospital following a crash near the Blackwall Tunnel in Greenwich.
The top 10 primary schools in Greenwich according to latest figures
Greenwich’s strongest primary schools have been revealed in the latest rankings.
Shed fire contained after alarming spread to neighbouring gardens
Half of a metal shed and a small part of a timber shed were also damaged by the blaze in neighbouring gardens, but there were no reports of any injuries.
Court hearing today for man accused of Shooters Hill stabbing
Oquaine Simpson, 19, of Dacres Road, Forest Hill, was charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon today and will appear at Bromley Magistrates Court.
Woolwich locals call for greater police presence as two teenagers stabbed in less than 24 hours
The average number of knife crime offences per month in Greenwich increased from 48 to 64 between 2021 and 2024.
Stabbing claims life of 14-year-old boy as fears of ‘turf war’ take root
Kelyan’s mother Mary Bokassa believes her son was "taken advantage of" and "groomed".
The south east London schools named best in the Fairer Schools Index
Three schools in south east London have been named as some of the best in England for where teachers are making a difference.