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Blackheath sex offender and cannabis grower in Bromley and Bexley courts

These cases were heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Friday, October 11, 2024. 

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Ten survive devastating house fire blamed on yet another e-bike battery disaster

Tragedy was only narrowly avoided. Two adults were rescued by firefighters from a rear roof via a short extension ladder. Seven adults and one child escaped the house before firefighters arrived. Several of the occupants were taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service crews to be treated for smok...

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Male stopped in Greenwich charged with possessing child pornography

A male who was stopped in Greenwich has been charged with possessing child pornography.

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South London’s over-60s triumph at older persons Olympic Games

More than 750 players took part in the event on October 2.

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Blaze caused by lithium batteries claims life of a cat

Four people evacuated the property in Jenningtree Road before the Brigade arrived - a fleet of four fire engines and around 25 firefighters being involved in yesterday afternoon's emergency.

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Woolwich house closed down after evidence of drug dealing

Following regular patrols of the estate, council officers identified drug dealing and other antisocial behaviour near the property in Marine Drive. 

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Bromley girl and Southeastern train attackers among south Londoners jailed this month

Here are the names and faces of the south Londoners who are have been sentenced to prison time in October 2024 so far.

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Football banning order and Lewisham shoplifter in Bromley and Bexley courts

These cases were heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Thursday, October 10, 2024.  

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Pet owner urges gardeners to cap bamboo canes, after cat skewered in chest

Thankfully the plucky puss made a full recovery owing to the expertise of vet charity PDSA.

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Council to sell off Grade-II listed power station to plug £27million budget gap

Greenwich council described the assets as being “functionally obsolete” and said the sales would help the council remain financially stable.

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Asda given booze licence despite residents’ backlash

The scheme received 72 objections from residents and was discussed at a licensing meeting on October 3. 

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Nursery burglar and Thamesmead drug driver in Bromley and Bexley courts

These cases were heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

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A huge splash of colour and cash to benefit a deserving cause

The Colour Run event brought together about 800 participants and raised the healthy total to support vital care services for patients and families.

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Abbey Wood’s Eynsham Drive tower blocks can go ahead, says town hall

The new development will see four new blocks being added to the site on Eynsham Drive, just a seven minute walk from Abbey Wood Elizabeth line station.

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Vape sale to under-aged youth lands Greenwich supermarket a £3,000 bill

In February, a teenage volunteer bought a vape for £5.99 from SKP Greenwich Supermarket Ltd. The underage customer was not asked for identification and was able to make the purchase without question. 

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Crayford flasher and Lewisham bike thief among cases in Bexley and Bromley courts

These cases were heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.   

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Greenwich shop hit with £3,200 bill after it sold Elfbar vape to 16-year-old

SKP Greenwich Supermarket has been hit with a £3,200 court bill after it sold a vape to a 16-year-old.

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Flood alerts issued in Lewisham, Bromley and Greenwich as rain set to batter

A flood alert has been put in place in Lewisham, Bromley, Greenwich and Croydon as London is set to see some heavy rain.

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Studio 338 knifeman, Bexleyheath thief and drink driver in Bexley and Bromley courts

These cases were heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Monday, October 7, 2024.

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Orpington drink driver and Greenwich shoplifter in Bromley and Bexley courts

These cases were heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates’ Courts on Friday, October 4, 2024.