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Local News · LondonParents in Bexley and Orpington see schools earn top Ofsted ratings
News Shopper reported that five south London schools were recognised in September’s Ofsted inspections. Endeavour Academy Bexley earned Strong Standard in every inspected area, while Newstead Wood School in Orpington secured three Exceptional judgments, signalling high performance for local families.
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Local News · LondonThousands lose water after burst main in West Molesey
A burst water main in West Molesey, Surrey, caused a significant outage affecting thousands of homes and several schools across five London boroughs and parts of Surrey. Thames Water engineers isolated the pipe, and a bottled water station was set up.
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Crime & Safety · LondonJoshua Kerry charged with Ann Widdecombe murder, linked to Farage firebomb attack
Joshua Kerry, 28, faces murder charges in the death of former Tory MP Ann Widdecombe. Counter-terrorism police are now investigating whether he is connected to a 2025 firebomb attack at Nigel Farage’s south London home. The IOPC is probing a CTP London staff member for failing to pursue a potential lead.
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Business · CroydonAldi targets South Croydon for new supermarket expansion
Aldi has identified South Croydon as a priority location for potential new stores. The supermarket is currently inviting landowners to propose sites as part of a wider UK expansion programme that includes investments exceeding £370 million this year.
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Culture & Arts · SouthwarkBrian Case, jazz writer and critic from Deptford, dies at 88
Brian Case, a Deptford-born jazz and music writer known for his vivid prose and cultural depth, has died aged 88. He worked at NME, Melody Maker and Time Out, leaving a legacy in music criticism and a 2015 collection, *On the Snap*.
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Transport & TfL · LondonSutton-Belmont train service expansion hits £4m cost rise
Plans to double train services between Sutton and Belmont stations have stalled after costs rose by £4 million. The project, intended to improve local transport links, now requires additional funding before work can proceed. Residents in neighbouring boroughs may see knock-on effects on service reliability.
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