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84 stories from and about Edgware, mostly local news, transport & tfl, culture & arts. The most recent ran on 27 October 2026. Page 1 of 5.
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Culture & Arts · EdgwareBarnet fans must pay £28 for York City league clash at The Hive
Barnet FC will welcome York City to The Hive on Tuesday evening for a Sky Bet League Two match. Adult tickets cost £28, seniors £18.50, teens £6 and children £3.50. York sit fifth with 20 points, and the clubs last met in February 2025 when Barnet won 3‑1.
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Local News · EdgwareBarnet held 1-1 by Oldham after stoppage‑time equaliser
Barnet FC drew 1‑1 with Oldham Athletic at The Hive on 25 October 2026 after Mike Fondop headed a stoppage‑time equaliser. Dean Brennan called the referee’s decision a farce. The Bees remain second and face York City next.
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Local News · EdgwareBarnet FC hosts Oldham Athletic at The Hive on Saturday
Barnet Football Club will play host to Oldham Athletic at The Hive in Edgware on Saturday at 3 pm for a Sky Bet League Two fixture. Barnet are currently second in the league standings.
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Transport & TfL · EdgwareEdgware District Line Branch Closed Saturday
Planned engineering works will cause significant disruption to London Underground services on Saturday. The District Line will be closed west of Embankment and on its Edgware Road branch, impacting travel for residents and football fans.
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Local News · EdgwareGoogle Cloud Outage Disrupts Banks and Courts in London
A power event in Google's 'Europe-west2' cloud region caused widespread disruption to online services across London on Tuesday. Banks like Revolut, Lloyds, and HSBC, along with HM Courts & Tribunals Service, reported issues affecting payments, transfers, and court hearing platforms.
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Local News · EdgwareLord Popat backs St Luke's Hospice fundraiser
Lord Dolar Popat is supporting a fundraising evening for St Luke’s Hospice, which provides care for over 2,000 people annually. The event, organised by the Asian Foundation for Help and Kingsbury Lions Club CIO, will be held on October 23 in South Harrow.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware synagogue appoints Rabbi Debbie Young‑Somers as Senior Rabbi
Edgware & Hendon Reform Synagogue will be led by Rabbi Debbie Young‑Somers from May 2027, succeeding Rabbi Mark Goldsmith. Chair Joanna Sigalov praised her deep respect across generations, while the community prepares for a leadership transition at the Stonegrove site.
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Culture & Arts · EdgwareEdgware artist ends week at Queen Elizabeth’s School, delivers workshops
Simran Kumar, an Edgware artist, completed a week‑long residency at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet, on 18 October 2026. He led workshops for year‑nine, GCSE and A‑Level pupils and delivered a lunchtime lecture, stressing that creativity is a habit and a transferable skill.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware weightlifter Amelie Pelta named Gymshark's youngest ambassador
Amelie Pelta, a 17-year-old weightlifter from Edgware, is challenging stereotypes in the sport and has become Gymshark's youngest ambassador. She is currently competing in the 2026 European Junior Weightlifting Championships.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware High Street to close for Remembrance Sunday
Harrow Council has announced temporary road closures for Remembrance Sunday parades on November 8, 2026. Edgware High Street and Pinner High Street will be shut for several hours to allow for safe passage of marching participants.
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Local News · EdgwareCounterfeit goods worth £2,000 seized in Edmonton
Counterfeit electronics, including fake Apple products and Sony controllers, with an estimated street value of £2,000 were seized in Edmonton. Operation Reckoning, a joint effort by Enfield Council and the Metropolitan Police, inspected 15 shops between September 15 and 17.
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Council & Politics · EdgwareEdgware resident criticises Barnet Council's consultation timing
Barnet Council is facing criticism from Edgware resident Philip Clayton over its consultation process for upcoming financial decisions. Clayton argues that holding a 'Question Time' event after plans have been presented to the council undermines democratic engagement.
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Property & Planning · EdgwareEdgware Pub Plans Submitted for Alterations
Planning applications have been submitted for significant changes to The Change of Hart Public House in Edgware. The proposals include internal reordering and external fabric repairs as the building is set to be reused as a public house with ancillary accommodation.
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Culture & Arts · EdgwareEdgware Actor's 'Animal Farm' Play Deemed Urgent
Edgware actor Dov Citron has created and performed a one-man play, 'Animal Farm, As Witnessed By Moses the Raven', at London's Barons Court Theatre. The production, directed by Victoria Waddington, uses minimal props and is described as thought-provoking, unsettling, and urgent.
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Local News · EdgwareBarnet FC trio earn caps for Sierra Leone, Ireland U21 and Montserrat
Barnet FC confirmed that three of its players represented their national teams during the recent international window. Idris Kanu played the full match as Sierra Leone fell 3‑2 to Zimbabwe, Oisín Gallagher started in Ireland U21's 3‑1 victory over England, and Brandon Comley featured as Montserrat won four consecutive CONCACAF Nations League games.
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Local News · EdgwarePrimark recalls Edgware Halloween decorations over asbestos fears
Primark is recalling two Halloween decorations, Witch Mini and Pumpkin gonks, due to potential asbestos contamination in their sand filling. Customers are advised to return the items for a refund and take precautions when disposing of them.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware student Orinthia Lloyd finalist in Miss Caribbean UK
Orinthia Lloyd, an arts student from Edgware and a finalist in the Miss Caribbean UK competition, is representing Montserrat. She is raising funds to support her participation and to launch community projects focused on empowering women and girls.
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Local News · EdgwareDame Esther Rantzen, Childline founder, dies aged 86
Dame Esther Rantzen, the broadcaster and founder of Childline and Silverline, has died at the age of 86. She was known for her programme That's Life and was educated at North London Collegiate School in Edgware.
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Culture & Arts · EdgwareBarnet FC moves York City match to 27 October, tickets still valid
Barnet Football Club has rescheduled its home game against York City for Tuesday 27 October at 19:45. Existing tickets remain usable, and fans can apply for refunds until 17:00 on Monday 26 October. The match will take place at The Hive in Edgware.
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Local News · EdgwareBarnet FC Highlights Young Talent in 'Raised in the EFL' Campaign
Barnet FC is running the 'Raised in the EFL' campaign from 11 to 25 September, highlighting the development of young players like Anthony Haralambous, Aaron Liwala, Bright Siaw, and Pat Matejko. Their journeys demonstrate the pathways available for emerging talent within the club's structure.
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Also affecting Edgware
Borough-wide and national stories that name Edgware or bear directly on it.
Property & Planning · BarnetWhy London’s leak detection specialists are busier than ever this autumn
Demand for leak detection in London is up 35% on last year. What is driving it, what a visit costs, who pays, and what Barnet homeowners and tenants should do first.
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Local News · New BarnetNew Barnet Community Centre garden cleared by volunteers
Over 30 volunteers participated in a clean-up event at New Barnet Community Centre in early October 2026, removing approximately a quarter of a tonne of waste. The initiative, part of the CB:CAN network, aims to tackle local environmental issues and foster community pride.
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Property & Planning · BarnetBarnet HMO plans to increase residents from six to 11
A planning application has been submitted to Barnet Council to increase the number of residents at a house in multiple occupation on Albert Road from six to 11. The proposals include a rear extension and roof alterations.
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Transport & TfL · High BarnetNorthern line suspended between Camden Town and East Finchley, High Barnet commuters face severe delays
A signal fault at Kentish Town has halted Northern line service between Camden Town and East Finchley. Severe delays now affect travel from East Finchley to High Barnet, with trains being diverted to Edgware. The District line also suffers minor delays around Earl’s Court.
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Transport & TfL · FinchleyGhostly train tales on Northern Line linked to real engines
Reports of a ghostly steam train on the Northern Line, specifically between East Finchley station and Wellington sidings, may have a rational explanation. Departmental steam engines operated on the London Underground until 1971, and an experimental locomotive known as 'Fowler's Ghost' was also tested in the area.
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Transport & TfL · Burnt OakBurnt Oak Station to Close for Two Weeks for Step-Free Access Work
Burnt Oak station on the Northern Line will shut for two weeks from October 26 to November 9. The closure is to allow for the installation of a new lift and walkway as part of a wider project to add step-free access, which is expected to be completed in early 2026.
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Local News · BarnetNorth London Hospice begins £10m rebuild
North London Hospice has started a £10 million rebuild of its inpatient unit. The new facility will serve patients and families across Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey. Inpatient care has moved temporarily to Edgware Community Hospital, with the new unit expected to open in autumn 2027.
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Transport & TfL · BarnetDistrict Line Closure Affects Barnet Commuters This Weekend
Commuters in Barnet travelling via the District line face significant disruption this weekend, September 5-6. Transport for London has announced a complete suspension of services between Edgware Road and Wimbledon due to planned track work. Alternative travel arrangements are advised.
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Transport & TfL · Burnt OakBurnt Oak Station car park closed until winter 2027/28
The car park at Burnt Oak Station in Watling Avenue has been closed by Barnet Council to allow Transport for London to carry out essential step-free access works. The closure is expected to last until winter 2027/28, prompting concerns from a local community group.
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Barnet FC publishes Arsenal U21 matchday programme for 2025-26 season
Barnet Football Club released its official matchday programme for the 2025-26 season fixture against Arsenal U21. The programme, available at The Hive stadium, includes team line-ups, player interviews and club news. No ticket prices or match dates were confirmed in the publication.
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Local News · BarnetDean Brennan to host pre-match event ahead of Carabao Cup tie
Barnet Football Club has announced that manager Dean Brennan will host a pre-match event at The Hive on the day of their Carabao Cup first-round fixture against Cambridge United. The event is scheduled for 13 August 2026, with kick-off at 19:45.
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Northern line extension to Mill Hill scrapped in 1954 left three lost stations
A 1930s Northern line extension would have added three stations beyond Mill Hill East, but construction stopped after the Second World War. Post-war green belt laws led to the project’s cancellation in 1954, leaving only remnants of Brockley Hill station visible today.
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WorldNorthern Line Suspension Disrupts Edgware Commuters
Edgware residents face severe transport disruption as Transport for London suspends northbound Northern Line services from Charing Cross to Camden Town. The Circle and District lines are also suspended in parts of central London, with delays on the Metropolitan and Mildmay lines.
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WorldEdgware Road McDonald's late-night bid refused
A McDonald's on Edgware Road has had its application to extend weekday closing times to 2.30am refused by Westminster City Council. Objections were raised by residents and the Met Police, citing concerns over noise, litter, and anti-social behaviour.
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Barnet library opening times, and what they offer beyond books
Staffed and self-service opening times for Barnet’s libraries, and what a library card actually provides: study and work space, free digital access, children’s activities and local archives.
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Where to eat in Barnet and Finchley: a guide by neighbourhood
Eating out across Barnet, neighbourhood by neighbourhood: Golders Green’s kosher restaurants, Finchley’s high streets, Hendon and Edgware, and the pubs worth the trip north.
Barnet5 min read - Lifestyle & Food · Barnet
Is Barnet a good place to live? An honest look at London’s largest borough
What it is actually like to live in Barnet: the trade-offs between the Northern line villages, the suburban centres and the growth areas, and who each one suits.
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WorldEdgware Abuse Victim's Claim Acknowledged After 50 Years
A man, identified as 'Jay', has had his claim for compensation for a sexual assault at the former Edmonton Leisure Centre in the 1970s acknowledged by a CICA tribunal. The ruling overturns an initial rejection based on the time elapsed since the incident.
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Property & Planning · FinchleyNorth London Hospice to rebuild Finchley unit
North London Hospice is set to rebuild its Finchley inpatient unit in a £10 million project. The current facility, over 30 years old, will close in June 2026, with a temporary unit opening in Edgware.
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Property & Planning · Burnt OakEdgware Site Faces Major Redevelopment Plans
Plans for a significant redevelopment of a site on Burnt Oak Broadway in Edgware have been submitted to Barnet Council. The complex proposal involves demolishing parts of an existing structure, restoring other sections, and adding new construction.
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