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Barnet Under-18s win Youth Alliance Cup opener
Barnet Under-18s began their Youth Alliance Cup Southern Group campaign with a 2-0 win over Northampton Town. Matty and Stanley scored the goals, with manager Ashleigh Hopkins pleased with the team's performance and looking ahead to future matches.
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Waitrose to open 18,000 sq ft store in Cricklewood this autumn
An 18,000 square foot Waitrose store is set to open on Cricklewood Broadway this autumn. Located at 194-196 Cricklewood Broadway, the supermarket is part of a wider investment by the company to reach new customers. Some local residents have voiced concerns about potential shoplifting.
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Akshaya Patra UK tackles holiday hunger in 30 boroughs
Akshaya Patra UK is providing meals to children from low-income families across 30 London boroughs as part of its Holiday Hunger Programme. The initiative aims to combat food insecurity during school holidays, with meals prepared in the charity's north London kitchen.
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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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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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Barnet FC players reflect on Shrewsbury Town match
Barnet FC midfielder Jake Reeves and manager Dean Brennan have offered their post-match reflections following the team's game against Shrewsbury Town. The fixture took place at The Hive, Barnet's home ground.
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Local News · East BarnetLee and Nancy Carter return to EastEnders this autumn
Lee and Nancy Carter are set to return to Albert Square this autumn as part of a storyline that coincides with the departure of their mother, Linda Carter. Executive producer Ben Wadey confirmed the news, promising a dramatic plot for viewers.
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Local News · High BarnetPensioners share memories to boost wellbeing
Recalling personal memories can improve mood and reduce loneliness, according to research. The Hornsey Pensioners Action Group recently held a meeting where members shared their experiences of living in Crouch End, reminiscing about local pubs, shops, and cultural venues.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC player Craig Farquhar loaned to Solihull Moors
Barnet FC has confirmed that defender Craig Farquhar has been loaned to National League club Solihull Moors. The agreement is for an initial one-month period and is subject to FA and League clearances.
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Barnet ranks mid-table in London community connection study
Barnet has been ranked in the middle tier of London boroughs for community connection, according to new research. The borough scored 50 out of 100 in a study that analysed government data and a new survey on neighbourhood ties.
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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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Barnet FC publishes pre-match article on Matthew Cox
Barnet Football Club published a pre-match article featuring player Matthew Cox on their official website on 21 August 2026. The article, titled 'MATTHEW COX PRE-MATCH | SHREWSBURY TOWN', is accessible via the club's news section.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC signs Aaron Liwala to first professional contract
Barnet FC has announced that Aaron Liwala has signed his first professional contract with the club. The midfielder joined the club's scholarship programme in 2024 and has since become a key player for the Under-19s.
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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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Local News · FinchleyVirgin Active Finchley O2 Centre to close end of September
Virgin Active's leisure centre at the O2 Centre in Finchley Road will close at the end of September. Members are being offered transfers to other gyms, but many find the alternatives too distant or unaffordable.
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Local News · Golders GreenPolice detonate suitcases at Golders Green bus stop
Metropolitan Police officers carried out a controlled explosion on two suitcases found at a bus stop in Golders Green on Thursday, August 20. The items were later confirmed to be non-suspicious, and enquiries into the incident are ongoing.
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Local News · BarnetTrent Park museum welcomes 8,000 visitors in first month
Trent Park House of Secrets, a new museum in North London, has attracted over 8,000 visitors in its opening month. The venue, which opened on July 21st, showcases the mansion's history as a site for both pre-war social gatherings and wartime intelligence operations.
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