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14 stories from and about New Barnet, mostly local news. The most recent ran on 16 October 2026.
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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 · New BarnetBarnet Council launches estate agency to tackle empty homes
Barnet Council has opened a new estate agency, Bumblebee Property, in New Barnet. The service aims to bring long-term empty homes back into use by offering landlords grants of up to £40,000 if they let their properties through Bumblebee for five years.
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Local News · New BarnetNew Barnet hosts free community event celebrating beans
Incredible Edible Barnet is hosting a free community event called 'Cool Beans!' on Saturday 10 October in New Barnet. The event, part of Barnet Climate Action Week, will showcase the versatility of beans through cooking demonstrations, tastings, and family activities.
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Local News · New BarnetNew Barnet pub nominated as Asset of Community Value
Former customers have nominated the Builders Arms pub in New Barnet for Asset of Community Value status. The pub is currently for sale for £595,000, and the nomination aims to provide protection to allow time for a new owner to come forward. Barnet Council will now consider the application.
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Culture & Arts · New BarnetFormer pupil Alison Mihail presents prizes at QE Girls' school
Alison Mihail, an MBE recipient and former pupil of Queen Elizabeth’s Girls’ School in New Barnet, presented prizes at the school's annual celebration of excellence in September 2026. She shared memories of her time at the school and encouraged current students to seize opportunities.
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Local News · New BarnetRailway Bell pub in New Barnet earns five‑star hygiene rating
The Railway Bell on East Barnet Road has been given a five‑star hygiene rating by Barnet Council inspectors. The rating appears on Scores On The Doors, and manager Stephanie Evans praised staff effort. The rating informs customers about food safety standards at the pub.
New Barnet3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 52 · Hype 15- Local News · New Barnet
New Barnet care home achieves perfect 10/10 review score
Cedars Care Centre in New Barnet has achieved a 10/10 review score on CareHome.co.uk, making it the only facility in the Barnet Borough area with a perfect rating. The feedback comes from verified individuals with direct experience of the centre's services.
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London Overground Weaver Line closures in September
London Overground Weaver Line stations in Enfield and Haringey will be closed on 19th-20th and 26th-27th September for essential engineering works. Network Rail is undertaking renewals to maintain the railway's reliability and safety.
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North London bus drivers resume strike over cab cooling
More than 1,500 bus drivers in North London and Essex are resuming industrial action from August 25th. Unite members rejected Arriva's latest offer, citing inadequate cooling systems in bus cabs during heatwaves which they believe pose safety risks.
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Local News · New BarnetNew Barnet allotment open day raises funds for Chipping Barnet Foodbank
New Barnet Allotment Society will hold its annual open day on 23 August 2026, with entry fees and donations going to Chipping Barnet Foodbank. The event runs from midday to 4pm at Clifford Road, featuring fresh produce, live music and children’s activities.
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Also affecting New Barnet
Borough-wide and national stories that name New Barnet or bear directly on it.
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Barnet GP Surgeries Face Pressure from New Housing
New housing developments in High Barnet and New Barnet are set to increase the local population by over 2,000. However, campaigners state that assurances from developers about GP capacity have been misleading, with plans to expand East Barnet Health Centre appearing to be shelved.
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Barnet faces 7,000 Green Belt homes under Mayor’s London Plan
Barnet Council has formally objected to the Mayor of London’s draft plan that proposes 7,000 new homes on the borough’s Green Belt. The consultation closes on 15 October 2026, with at least half of all new homes required to be affordable.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Vale gardens left dry as council repairs stall
Residents on a guided walk through Barnet Vale’s public gardens learned the water feature at Highlands Gardens has been out of service for months. The 1931 park, once part of the Lyonsdown Estate, sits alongside Greenhill Gardens and a community garden at St John’s URC.
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Barnet leisure centres and pools: where they are and what a swim costs
Barnet has five Better-run leisure centres — Copthall, Finchley Lido, Hendon, Burnt Oak and New Barnet. Two of them have no pool at all. This covers where each one is, what casual swimming and gym use cost, and which pools are which.
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