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The dangerous south Londoners jailed in September including teacher and killers

Our monthly round-up of the south Londoners who were sentenced to prison time.

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Man threatens to set fire to Orpington petrol station

Robert Sysak threatened to set fire to the Texaco Petrol Station in Orpington.

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The awards for the best and most colourful gardens and green spaces in Greenwich

Green-fingered residents have been recognised for their efforts in this year’s Greenwich in Bloom gardening competition.

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Two Labour councillors in Greenwich resign from party to sit as independents

Two Labour councillors in Greenwich have resigned from the party to sit on the council as independents after reportedly being deselected.

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Trial traffic management scheme in Greenwich could become permanent

A trial traffic management scheme in Greenwich could become permanent after reducing traffic and improving air quality.

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The Bexley, Lewisham and Greenwich trains cancelled this week

Several Bexley and Lewisham trains will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this week.

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'Remarkable Georgina residence' dating back to early 1800s for sale in Greenwich

The four-bedroom, Grade II-listed property, is described as a "remarkable Georgian residence".

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The latest Greenwich Council applications including tree works

A listed summary of the most recent applications submitted to Greenwich Council.

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The seven incredible Greenwich pubs named in this year’s Good Beer Guide

Seven pubs across Greenwich have been named in the newly published 2026 edition of the Campaign for Real Ale’s Good Beer Guide.

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New Greenwich parking proposals labelled 'Stalinist' and 'criminal'

Greenwich residents protesting against new parking proposals have labelled the plans “Stalinist” and “criminal”, with many believing the cash-strapped council is looking for a payday.

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Lewisham, Bexley, and Greenwich Southeastern trains cancelled this weekend

Southeastern trains will be cancelled this weekend due to stations in Lewisham, Bexley, and Greenwich closing.

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Historic Greenwich pub wins battle to keep seating in popular beer garden

A historic Greenwich pub has successfully appealed a council's decision to remove most of the seating from its popular beer garden.

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Historic Greenwich building to host dazzling new light show

A dazzling new light show is set to take place at one of Greenwich’s most iconic landmarks this autumn.

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Greenwich Controlled Parking Zone plan slammed as ‘unfair and costly’

Greenwich residents are protesting a proposed Controlled Parking Zone, claiming it will cost them money and fail to address local transportation and environmental issues.

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'Largest' dressing up gathering set for Greenwich world record attempt

One of Greenwich’s most iconic filming locations is set to host the “largest” gathering of people dressed up as film and TV characters for a Guinness record.

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Applications open for £1million to be spent on Greenwich projects

Applications are now open for the largest-ever Greenwich Neighbourhood Growth Fund.

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The most popular Greenwich secondary schools as new academic year starts

The latest data from the Department for Education shows which secondary schools in Greenwich are attracting the most interest from families.

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Belvedere knifeman, Sainsbury's thief and Orpington domestic abuser in court

Our round-up of the latest cases heard at Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts.

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Greenwich Council predicts £136.8m budget gap in four years’ time

Greenwich Council is predicting a £136.8m budget deficit in four years’ time if changes aren’t made to balance the books.

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Cheapest petrol and diesel prices in south east London this September

Cheapest fuel stations in Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and Lewisham