Bexley launches a vibrant cultural programme for 2025, celebrating local milestones and showcasing arts and creativity. Bexley Unveils Exciting Year-Long Cultural Programme for 2025 Bexley: CelebratingBexley marks several local milestones. These include Danson Park’s centenary and Lesnes Abbey’s 500th anniversary. Crossness Pumping Station is also celebrating its 160th birthday, along with the borough’s 60th anniversary.…
Residents of Tanners Close challenge parking fines issued by UK CPM, claiming jurisdiction issues Crayford Tanners Close Residents Dispute Fines from UK CPM Crayford: Residents at Tanners Close are upset about parking fines. UK CPM manages the block-paved area but has fined cars on the tarmac section. Residents argue this area is public property. Conner…
Residents are furious after hazardous syringes were dumped on Kay Street, highlighting ongoing fly-tipping issues. Welling Kay Street Faces Outrage Over Fly-Tipped Syringes and Needles Welling: Fly-tipping has become a big problem on Kay Street. Recently, syringes and needles were found dumped there. This happened on January 20, and they weren’t cleaned up until the…
Bexley Council is set to replace its old CCTV system with a new digital one to enhance community safety and tackle crime effectively Bexley Council to Upgrade Its Outdated CCTV System for Better Safety Bexley: The council is finally ditching its outdated CCTV system. They’re bringing in a new digital setup that’s way more advanced.…
A corner shop in Bexley wants to extend its hours to better serve customers, but local residents have mixed feelings about the change GB News Bexley Corner Shop Seeks Approval to Extend Operating Hours Bexley: So, there’s this corner shop on Erith Road that’s trying to get permission to stay open longer. They initially wanted…
Love Empire Ltd has applied to renew its license, facing scrutiny from locals. The council will decide on the application soon. Love Empire Ltd Bexley Sex Shop Seeks Renewal of Its Operating License Bexley: So, Love Empire Limited, which used to be called Private Shop, has put in a request to keep its license. They…
Residents of Thamesmead’s Lesnes Estate feel abandoned as regeneration plans drag on, leaving them in unsafe and unsanitary conditions Residents Left to Rot Next to Boarded-Up Homes as Regeneration Stalls Thamesmead: It’s a tough situation for folks living on the Lesnes Estate. Many feel like they’ve been forgotten, stuck next to boarded-up houses. The place…
Great news for Sidcup! The Storyteller cinema is safe after its operator went into liquidation, ensuring it remains a community hub. Sidcup Storyteller Cinema Saved After Operator Goes Into Liquidation Sidcup: The Storyteller cinema has been a hot topic lately. After its operator, Really Local Group, went into voluntary liquidation, folks were worried about its…
Three men from Bexley and Greenwich have been sentenced for their roles in a drug trafficking network, totaling 34 years in prison. Bexley and Greenwich Drug Dealers Jailed for County Line Operations Stratford: So, here’s the scoop. For months, the police were on the trail of a drug ring pushing crack cocaine and heroin into…
Howbury Lane will close for bridge repairs on January 26, with diversions in place for traffic. Expect the work to last about 23 hours. Howbury Lane in Erith Set to Close for National Rail Bridge Repairs Erith: So, Howbury Lane is going to be closed for some bridge repairs. This is happening on Sunday, January…
A recent survey reveals why Bexley residents feel proud of their community, highlighting its charm, local businesses, and strong sense of belonging. Bexley Residents Share Their Love for the Borough in Rightmove Survey Bexley: The annual Rightmove survey, now in its 13th year, asked over 35,000 people about their local area. It’s all about what…
Bexley Council criticizes TfL for ignoring concerns over new tunnel tolls South London Council Slams Silvertown Tunnel Tolls Ignored by TfL London: A South London council is really upset about the new tolls for the Silvertown Tunnel. Bexley Council feels like they’ve been ignored by Transport for London (TfL) when it comes to their concerns…
Councils in southeast London provide easy recycling options for Christmas trees this January Christmas Tree Disposal Options in Bexley, Bromley, Lewisham, and Greenwich Bexley: In southeast London, local councils are making it super easy to recycle your Christmas tree. It’s a great way to help the environment and keep things green. So, if you’re in…
