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Local News · Golders GreenSamaritans launch pavement graffiti campaign in Golders Green
Samaritans has launched a reverse graffiti campaign across London, including in Golders Green, using pavement messages to encourage people to intervene when they are concerned about someone's wellbeing. The initiative is a partnership with the World Gold Council.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet host Bristol Rovers as 16‑game run meets 11‑home win streak
Barnet FC travel to the Memorial Stadium for a Sky Bet League Two clash with Bristol Rovers on Saturday. The Bees carry a 16‑game unbeaten record, the longest in the EFL, while Rovers boast an 11‑match home unbeaten run. Former Nottingham Forest winger Arvin Appiah, transferred for £8 million to Almeria in 2019, is set to debut for Rovers. Ticket prices rise by £2 for match‑day sales, with card payments only.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC wins EFL Trophy shootout after red card
Barnet FC progressed in the EFL Trophy after defeating AFC Wimbledon 8-7 on penalties. The match saw a debut for young goalkeeper Anthony Haralambous and a straight red card for AFC Wimbledon's Alistair Smith. Barnet FC currently sit second in League Two.
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Local News · East BarnetCCTV to tackle illegal parking outside East Barnet schools
CCTV cameras will be installed outside One Degree Academy and Wren Academy in East Barnet to address illegal parent parking. Enforcement firm PCM stated the cameras will support more consistent enforcement, issuing parking charge notices to drivers who breach restrictions.
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Local News · HendonHendon hosts free sustainability games for climate action week
Creative Sensemaking CIC will host free interactive sustainability games at Middlesex University's Hendon campus on Tuesday 13th October 2026. The event, supported by a grant from the North London Waste Authority, aims to educate residents on reducing waste and environmental impact.
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Local News · Golders GreenMielo to open second restaurant in Hampstead
Mielo, a Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar, is set to open its second location in Hampstead. The new venture will occupy the former Cote Brasserie site on Hampstead High Street, which has been vacant since August 2024.
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Local News · Brent CrossBrent Cross seeks memories for 50th birthday 'memory wall'
Brent Cross Shopping Centre is inviting customers to share photos and memories from its 50-year history. The submissions will be used to create a 'memory wall' as the centre undergoes a refurbishment and prepares to open new stores.
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Local News · East BarnetEast Barnet man jets 7,000 miles for dementia charities
East Barnet resident Lee Robinson has completed a 7,000-mile jet ski journey around the UK coastline. The expedition raised more than £20,000 for the Alzheimer's Society and the MS Society, in memory of his mother, father-in-law, and a close friend.
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Local News · High BarnetFirefighters replenish Hadley Green pond after fish deaths
Firefighters have pumped mains water into Hadley Green Brewery Pond to address critically low levels that led to the deaths of more than a dozen carp. Barnet Council and the Environment Agency are considering further aeration methods.
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Local News · East BarnetEast Barnet Halloween Events Guide
Families in East Barnet can enjoy a variety of Halloween-themed events this October, from pumpkin trails and family fun days to haunted gardens and theatre shows. Activities are scheduled from October 26th to October 31st.
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Local News · EdgwareBarnet FC trio earn caps for Sierra Leone, Ireland U21 and Montserrat
Barnet FC confirmed that three of its players represented their national teams during the recent international window. Idris Kanu played the full match as Sierra Leone fell 3‑2 to Zimbabwe, Oisín Gallagher started in Ireland U21's 3‑1 victory over England, and Brandon Comley featured as Montserrat won four consecutive CONCACAF Nations League games.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet leader addresses antisemitism rise post-October 7th
Barnet Council leader Barry Rawlings has marked the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks, highlighting a rise in antisemitic hate and abuse within the borough and reaffirming commitment to community safety.
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Local News · EdgwarePrimark recalls Edgware Halloween decorations over asbestos fears
Primark is recalling two Halloween decorations, Witch Mini and Pumpkin gonks, due to potential asbestos contamination in their sand filling. Customers are advised to return the items for a refund and take precautions when disposing of them.
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Local News · FinchleyBelsize Library marks 90 years with Victoria Coren Mitchell
Belsize Library, a Grade II listed building in Finchley, is celebrating its 90th anniversary this month. Victoria Coren Mitchell will attend a launch event on October 15, marking nine decades of community service. The library, originally opened in 1937, is now managed by The Winchester Project.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet FC win penalty shootout against AFC Wimbledon
Barnet FC defeated AFC Wimbledon 8-7 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in the Jersey Mike’s Trophy. The team made significant changes to their lineup, and a red card in the second half added drama to the match.
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Local News · Chipping BarnetChipping Barnet cafe launches cooking classes for foodbank users
An independent cafe in Chipping Barnet has started a cooking class for local foodbank beneficiaries. The initiative, run by Potter's Pantry, aims to equip recipients with skills to create meals from food parcel ingredients, addressing the challenges of the cost of living crisis.
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Local News · Golders GreenHomeless Action Barnet raises £8,500 from Big Sleep Out
Homeless Action in Barnet's "Big Sleep Out" initiative, held between June and September, raised £8,500 from approximately 50 participants. The event aimed to generate funds and awareness for rough sleepers, falling short of its 100-participant goal.
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Local News · ColindaleColindale Fixathon joins world record attempt
Colindale will host a free Fixathon on October 10 as part of Barnet Climate Action Week. The event aims to contribute to a London-wide world record attempt for the most household items repaired in a single week.
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Local News · HendonHendon man recovers after Lime bike crash left him in coma
Victor Arotsky, from Hendon, has recovered and returned to work after a Lime bike incident left him in a coma with life-changing injuries. He was reunited with the paramedics who saved his life.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware student Orinthia Lloyd finalist in Miss Caribbean UK
Orinthia Lloyd, an arts student from Edgware and a finalist in the Miss Caribbean UK competition, is representing Montserrat. She is raising funds to support her participation and to launch community projects focused on empowering women and girls.
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