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Local News · FinchleyDuke's Aldridge Academy GCSE results show 42% at grade 4+
Duke’s Aldridge Academy in Finchley published its GCSE results on August 20. 42 per cent of students achieved five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths. The school recorded a Progress 8 score of 0.15.
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Local News · FinchleyUCS Finchley pupils achieve record GCSE results
University College School (UCS) in Finchley has announced its best-ever GCSE results. 58 per cent of Year 11 pupils received top grades, with 19 students achieving straight 9s. The school's headmaster praised the pupils' hard work and the staff's dedication.
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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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Local News · FinchleyFinchley Holocaust educator Lesley Urbach dies at 69
Lesley Urbach, who helped establish the Holocaust education charity Generation 2 Generation in 2016, has died suddenly at 69. A resident of Finchley, she supported Syrian refugees in Barnet and worked to secure Synagogue of Sanctuary status for Finchley Progressive Synagogue earlier this year.
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Local News · High BarnetPhysic Well in High Barnet defies drought as nearby ponds dry up
The historic Physic Well in High Barnet continues to flow at a constant level despite prolonged drought, while ponds on Hadley Green have dried out. The £150,000 restoration completed in 2018 ensures the well remains accessible to visitors on monthly open days.
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Connor Smith to start for Barnet FC against Arsenal U21s at The Hive
Barnet FC have named Connor Smith in the starting eleven for the EFL Trophy match against Arsenal U21s on 19 August 2026. The 21-year-old midfielder, who joined the club in 2024, will play at The Hive in Canons Park, with kick-off at 19:45.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware Arabic bookshop removes Hitler's Mein Kampf after backlash
Aafaq, an Arabic bookshop in Edgware, removed translated copies of Adolf Hitler’s Mein Kampf from sale after local councillors and residents objected. The shop displayed a notice explaining the decision, while Westminster councillor Elliot Keck called for the business to fail.
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Local News · BarnetTaste of Nawab marks 30 years with free buffet for Friern Barnet locals
Taste of Nawab, the Friern Barnet restaurant run by Abdul Rahman, is celebrating 30 years with a free buffet for customers. The venue, known for its Bangladeshi and Indian cuisine, has won national awards and donated meals during the pandemic. The event takes place this month.
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Dean Brennan speaks after Barnet FC win over Salford City
Barnet FC manager Dean Brennan addressed supporters following the club’s 3-1 win against Salford City on 15 August 2026. The match marked the start of the 2026/27 National League campaign at The Hive in Canons Park.
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Local News · EdgwareBarnet FC host Salford City in League Two opener at The Hive
Barnet FC will face Salford City at The Hive Stadium on 15 August at 3pm, marking the start of their League Two season. Salford finished fourth in 2025/26 with 81 points and lost in the play-off final to Notts County. Barnet’s last competitive match ended in a 2-1 Carabao Cup defeat to Cambridge United.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC target play-offs with smallest League Two budget
Barnet finished eighth in League Two last season, missing the play-offs by one place. With one of the division’s smallest budgets, manager Dean Brennan has signed five new players but must integrate them before the season starts on 9 August. The club has never been promoted via the play-offs.
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Local News · North FinchleyTaylor Wimpey donates £500 to Finchley Foodbank near Tramworks site
Taylor Wimpey has given £500 to Finchley Foodbank as part of a national campaign to support foodbanks during high-demand periods. The foodbank, located near the developer’s Tramworks site, spends over £11,000 monthly to provide emergency food and toiletries to Barnet residents.
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Local News · FinchleySt Mary-at-Finchley opens doors for free Heritage Open Days events
St Mary-at-Finchley, the oldest building in the area, will host free Heritage Open Days events from 11 to 20 September 2026. Activities include a community gardening session, a five-mile heritage walk, and a concert by organist Macie Sutherland.
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Local News · FinchleyFinchley Memorial Hospital pharmacy to close on 31 August
The pharmacy at Finchley Memorial Hospital will shut at the end of August after the North West London Integrated Care Board declined to renew its contract. Local MP Sarah Sackman has launched a campaign to retain on-site services, while the ICB points to nine alternative pharmacies within one mile.
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Magnolia Court staff cycle London to Brighton for disability charity
Wayne Hughes and Solomon Imafidon from Magnolia Court Care Home in Child’s Hill will cycle 54 miles on 13 September to support the Barchester Charitable Foundation. Donations can be made through their JustGiving page.
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Local News · BarnetDanny Collinge signs new long-term contract with Barnet FC
Barnet Football Club has secured defender Danny Collinge on a new long-term deal. Collinge, who joined in 2022, has made 160 appearances and scored 17 goals, including eight from defence in the 2023/24 season. Manager Dean Brennan praised his leadership and commitment.
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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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Local News · HendonHendon Prep opens £400,000 immersive classroom for pupils
Hendon Prep, an independent school in Hendon, has launched a £400,000 immersive classroom to transform lessons into interactive experiences. The facility supports wellbeing and pastoral care, with a STEM lab planned for September 2026. Staff report improved engagement and knowledge retention.
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Local News · EdgwareBarnet FC offers free London Bees ticket with Salford match entry
Barnet FC has launched a ‘Double the Buzz’ promotion, giving free entry to London Bees’ season opener against Stevenage on Sunday for anyone who buys a ticket to Barnet’s match against Salford City at The Hive Stadium on Saturday 10 August.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC lose 2-1 to Cambridge United at Cledara Abbey
Barnet FC suffered a 2-1 away defeat to Cambridge United on 8 August 2026, conceding two goals in quick succession during the second half. The club published match highlights on its website, but no points were secured in the League Two encounter.
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