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Local News · High BarnetBarnet magistrate backs national drive for new recruits
High Barnet magistrate Gwilwyn Wright JP is supporting a national campaign to recruit more people from diverse backgrounds to the magistracy. The Ministry of Justice initiative emphasizes transferable skills like empathy and problem-solving, with magistrates handling 90% of criminal cases.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC hosts Swindon Town with 19-game unbeaten run
Barnet Football Club will host Swindon Town at The Hive on Tuesday evening, seeking to extend their unbeaten league run to 19 games. Ticket prices range from £3.50 for children to £28 for adults.
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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 · BarnetBarnet ranked 646th out of 677 London areas in childhood report
Barnet has been ranked 646th out of 677 areas in London by a new report from the Children's Commissioner. The 'Childhood Lottery' report assessed over 160 metrics, including child poverty and healthcare access, to determine the best and worst places for children to grow up.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC U18s win 4-3 with 10 men
Barnet FC U18s secured a 4-3 away win against Cambridge United U18s, despite playing with 10 men for a significant portion of the match. Coach Ashleigh Hopkins praised the squad's solidarity and character.
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Local News · High BarnetCommunity orchard planned for Barnet Playing Fields
A new community orchard is planned for a section of Barnet Playing Fields at Underhill. Planting is scheduled to start early next year, with local politicians expressing support for the initiative aimed at enhancing green space protection.
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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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Local News · North FinchleyNorth Finchley site manager wins NHBC award
Harvey Scott, site manager at Taylor Wimpey's The Tramworks development in North Finchley, has won a National House-Building Council (NHBC) Pride in the Job Regional Award. The award recognises excellence in the multi-storey category.
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Local News · Golders GreenGolders Green memorial fire: Man admits arson
Ali Fallahi has admitted to an arson attack in Golders Green on 27 April. The fire damaged a cabinet near a memorial wall in Limes Avenue, which was set up as a tribute to those killed in Iran and at the Nova music festival. Fallahi blamed Reza Pahlavi for his cousin's death.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC in FA Cup first round draw on October 19
Barnet FC has been assigned ball number 3 for the upcoming FA Cup first round draw. The draw is scheduled for Monday, October 19, 2026, and will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1.
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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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Local News · High BarnetTottenham eight-year-old launches children's book
An eight-year-old from Tottenham, Shaniya Grace, is releasing her first children's book, Mynerva, You've Got This!, on October 30. The story features an eight-year-old gymnast overcoming challenges, with hidden stars on each page. It will be available on Amazon for £9.99.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC chases top spot with 16-game unbeaten run
Barnet FC will look to continue their 16-game unbeaten streak when they travel to face Tranmere Rovers this weekend. The Bees are currently one point off the top of Sky Bet League Two and are seeking a victory to maintain pressure on league rivals.
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Local News · WhetstoneWhetstone takeaway wins national Best Takeaway award
Bayleaf Takeaway, located on High Road in Whetstone, has been awarded Best Takeaway of the Year at the Curry Life Awards. The business, established in 1995, was recognised for its culinary excellence and customer support.
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Local News · FinchleySpaniards Inn named among UK's most haunted pubs
The Spaniards Inn in Hampstead has been recognised as one of the most haunted pubs in the United Kingdom. The historic establishment, dating back to 1585, features in a national ranking compiled by card machine provider Dojo.
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Local News · Chipping BarnetArk Pioneer Academy celebrates university places for first sixth formers
Ark Pioneer Academy in Chipping Barnet is celebrating the success of its first sixth formers who have gained places at top universities. The school, which opened in 2019, is consistently oversubscribed and offers 100 sixth form places annually.
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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 · High BarnetNew book details wartime lives of Richmond father and son
A new book, 'Two Lives, Two World Wars', has been released detailing the wartime experiences of Reginald Parrish, who served in World War One, and his son Ted, who served in World War Two. The book is available from various retailers.
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Local News · FinchleyNoah's Ark Hospice Raises £1.27m in Fundraising Drive
Noah's Ark Children's Hospice has successfully raised £1.27 million through its 'From That Moment' fundraising campaign. The initiative surpassed its £1 million goal, with the money designated to provide specialist care for seriously ill children in north and central London and Hertsmere.
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Local News · FinchleyStudents reimagine Phoenix Cinema foyer in East Finchley
Eighteen students and graduates from Middlesex University have developed design concepts for the foyer of the Phoenix Cinema in East Finchley. The proposals are now on display, with the cinema's trustees set to select a winning design by the end of 2026.
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