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Local News · BarnetMan dies after tree falls on car in Finchley
A man has died after a tree fell onto a vehicle in Finchley. The incident occurred on Nether Street, which was subsequently closed between Abercorn Road and Crescent Road. Emergency services attended the scene.
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Jamie Duncan remanded after murder charge over Finchley shooting
Jamie Duncan, 21, of Highgrove Close, New Southgate, was charged with murder after a 19‑year‑old woman was shot dead in Dale Grove, Finchley on 8 June 2026. He was arrested in Spain on 23 August, appeared at the Old Bailey on 1 September and is due to stand trial on 7 June 2027.
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Crime & Safety · BarnetTeacher found guilty of indecent assault against two pupils
A former chemistry teacher at Christ's College in Finchley has been found guilty of seven counts of indecent assault against two teenage pupils. Sally-Anne Bowen, 65, will be sentenced on November 20.
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Council & Politics · BarnetBarnet Council awards £586,000 contract to Finchley learning disabilities charity
Barnet Council has extended its contract with Barnet Mencap until August 2028, allocating £586,000 to maintain services for residents with autism and learning disabilities. The decision, made by the council’s executive director of communities, aims to delay reliance on adult social care and improve independence.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonSummer cold spreads across Barnet as residents report week-long illnesses
Residents in Barnet are reporting a wave of summer colds with symptoms lasting up to a week. A local doctor says most recover within 14 days without medical help, but advises hydration and rest as temperatures remain high.
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