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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 4 of 5.
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Local News · EdgwareBelmont & Edgware CC secure league victory
Belmont & Edgware Cricket Club defeated Graveley CC by eight wickets in Hertfordshire. All-rounder Scott Gerard took five wickets for 26 runs, and Ilan Selby scored 59 not out, contributing to the team's strong performance.
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Crime & Safety · EdgwareTwo injured in Edgware crash
Two individuals sustained injuries in a collision on Broadfields Avenue, Edgware, on May 5. Both were transported to hospital by emergency services, with injuries not considered life-threatening.
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Crime & Safety · EdgwareEdgware stabbing: Teenager treated for leg wounds
An 18-year-old man received treatment for stab wounds to his leg following an incident on Whitchurch Lane in Edgware on Wednesday, April 29. The Metropolitan Police are investigating, and no arrests have been made.
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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.
Barnet5 min read
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.
New Barnet3 min readTrust 56 · Craft 62 · Hype 25
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.
Barnet4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 15
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.
High Barnet3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 77 · Hype 15
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.
Barnet3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 20
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.
Barnet3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 50
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.
Burnt Oak4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 75 · Hype 20- Culture & Arts · Barnet
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.
Barnet4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 22 · Hype 10 
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.
Barnet3 min readTrust 36 · Craft 45 · Hype 15- Transport & TfL · Mill Hill
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.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 55- Local News · Barnet
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.
Barnet4 min read - Lifestyle & Food · Barnet
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.
Barnet7 min read 
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.
Finchley3 min readTrust 56 · Craft 80 · Hype 15
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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