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56 stories from and about Edgware, mostly local news, transport & tfl, crime & safety. The most recent ran on 11 September 2026. Page 1 of 3.
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Transport & TfL · EdgwareDistrict Line Shut This Weekend in Edgware Road Area
Transport for London (TfL) has announced significant disruptions to Tube and London Overground services this weekend, September 12 and 13. The District line will be closed between Edgware Road and Tower Hill, impacting travel for many residents.
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Business · EdgwareEdgware Caterers Fined £40,000 for Illegal Working
Sapna Caterers Limited, based in Edgware, has been fined £40,000 for employing illegal workers. The penalty covers the period between January 1 and March 31, 2026, as detailed in a government list of employers facing sanctions for illegal working.
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Transport & TfL · EdgwareEdgware Line Closures Disrupt Weekend Travel
Planned engineering works will cause part closures on the Circle and District Underground lines this weekend, impacting travel for residents in Edgware and other parts of London. Transport for London advises alternative routes and replacement bus services.
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Business · EdgwareEdgware Retailers See Sales Stagnate in August
Retailers in Edgware and across the UK experienced a disappointing August as consumers reined in spending amid concerns over rising household bills. Total sales saw minimal growth, with non-food items recording a decrease.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware firm raises £18,200 for St Luke's Hospice
Accountancy firm RDP Newmans organised the Nine Bridges Challenge, raising £18,200 for St Luke's Hospice. Forty staff members completed the 6.93-mile walk in memory of Sarah Perez, wife of partner Lyndon Perez.
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Culture & Arts · EdgwareEdgware entertainer adapts Animal Farm for stage
Edgware-based children's entertainer Dov Citron is staging a one-man adaptation of George Orwell's Animal Farm at Barons Court Theatre from 29 September to 3 October 2026. The production, which emphasizes the character Moses the Raven, aims to resonate with audiences and potentially tour schools.
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Culture & Arts · EdgwareEdgware's Nineteen Club offers Gujarati flavours near Jubilee line end
Nineteen Club, located at 19 North Parade in Edgware, offers a range of Gujarati snacks and wider Indian cuisine. The venue, situated near the end of the Jubilee line, also serves as a sports club with a bar.
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Edgware Road Tube confusion highlighted by TfL
Transport for London has acknowledged the confusing layout at Edgware Road station, where separate platforms serve different Tube lines. The station serves both the Bakerloo line and the Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City lines, causing issues for passengers needing to change services.
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UKIP protest conditions imposed by Met Police
An anti-Islam protest organised by UKIP leader Nick Tenconi has been placed under strict conditions by the Metropolitan Police. The march, initially planned for Edgware Road, will now proceed from Hyde Park Corner to Downing Street with specific time limits to prevent public disorder.
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Edgware man launches audio service to capture family memories
Michael Rosenbluth, from Edgware, has launched a personal audio storytelling service called Voices of a Lifetime. The venture was inspired by his regret over not capturing his father Colin's memories before his death in 2018. His mother Fay has since recorded her life story.
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UKIP march moved from Edgware Road to Hyde Park Corner
A UK Independence Party (UKIP) anti-Islam march planned for Edgware Road this weekend has been moved to Hyde Park Corner. The Metropolitan Police imposed restrictions under the Public Order Act to prevent serious disorder and disruption to communities.
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Edgware Vets Launch New Pet Healthcare Plan
A veterinary practice in Edgware has introduced a new monthly pet healthcare plan, Healthy Pet Club Advanced. The plan provides unlimited consultations with veterinary surgeons and nurses, covering both routine and more serious health concerns without exclusions for long-term conditions.
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Edgware HMO Application Faces Scrutiny Amid Wider Licensing Changes
Brent Council is reviewing five applications for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), with one in Edgware proposing a seven-bedroom, ten-person dwelling. This comes as the council implements a new licensing scheme for smaller HMOs, aiming to improve standards across the borough.
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Park High School students achieve strong A-level results
Park High School in Stanmore has reported strong A-level results for 2026, with 65% of students achieving grades A*-C. The school received a 'good' rating from Ofsted in 2025, and students have secured places at leading universities.
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Avanti House School Achieves Record A-Level Results
Avanti House Secondary School in Stanmore has reported its strongest A-level results to date. The school saw 42.7 per cent of all entries achieve grades of A* or A, a substantial increase from the previous year. The average points score per pupil also saw a notable rise.
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Edgware Guides Unit Celebrates Decades of Service
The 7th Edmonton Guides, the sole remaining girl-guiding unit in Upper Edmonton, continues to build confidence and self-esteem in approximately 30 girls. Christine Swallow, known as 'brown owl', has dedicated over three decades to the organisation.
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Giant Redwoods Grow on Edgware's Giant Redwood Avenue
Towering Californian redwoods, a species now more common in Britain than its native west coast, can be found in London. Edgware's Giant Redwood Avenue is one of several locations where residents can experience these magnificent trees.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware Road Station Closed Due to Police Incident
Edgware Road Tube station was closed on Friday evening, August 21, as police responded to an incident. Transport for London confirmed the closure, which led to road closures and traffic disruption in the area. Tickets were accepted on London Buses.
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Local News · EdgwareBarnet FC chases third win at Shrewsbury Town
Barnet FC will face Shrewsbury Town on Saturday at 3pm in their first away match of the League Two season. The team enters the fixture with momentum from consecutive wins at The Hive Stadium.
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Property & Planning · EdgwareStanmore house demolition and rebuild plans submitted
Plans have been submitted to Harrow Council for the demolition of a house at 10 Glanleam Road in Stanmore. The proposal seeks to replace the existing dwelling with a new two-storey detached home featuring habitable roof space, rear dormers, a balcony, and a raised patio.
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Borough-wide and national stories that name Edgware or bear directly on it.
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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Transport & TfL · HendonBrent Cross Flyover repairs start 24 September 2026 with two-year closures
Transport for London will begin a two-year renewal of the Brent Cross Flyover on 24 September 2026. The A41 carries 120,000 vehicles daily. Works include a new waterproofing system and barrier replacement, with closures paused over Christmas.
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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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Local News · BarnetBarnet 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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Lifestyle & Food · BarnetWhere 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.
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Lifestyle & Food · BarnetIs 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 · Golders GreenBarnet House Plans for 7-Bedroom HMO
Plans have been submitted to Barnet Council to convert a house at 10 Glenthorne Road into a seven-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). The proposal includes significant extensions and structural alterations to the existing property.
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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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Crime & Safety · Burnt OakEdgware Cyclist's Death Prompts Police Appeal
A community fundraiser has gathered nearly £5,000 for the family of Jose Marques, who died on January 16. Police are seeking witnesses and dash cam footage from an incident on January 13 in Rowley Lane.
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