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Local News · FinchleyNorth London Hospice to rebuild Finchley unit
North London Hospice is set to rebuild its Finchley inpatient unit in a £10 million project. The current facility, over 30 years old, will close in June 2026, with a temporary unit opening in Edgware.
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Local News · BarnetMosque plans confirmed near Maxwell Park
Hertsmere Borough Council has confirmed that Maxwell Park is not part of plans for a new mosque and community facility. The Borehamwood Islamic Society has purchased the leasehold for the former Girl Guide hut adjacent to the park.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Nursery Wins National Family Engagement Award
Bright Little Stars Nursery in Barnet has received the Family Engagement Award 2026 from the National Day Nurseries Association. CEO Amol Devani was also named CEO of the Year for groups under 10 settings.
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Local News · HendonHendon Shopkeeper Fined for Knife Sale to Teen
Mustafa Deger, owner of the Good for You convenience store in Hendon, has been fined £4,100 for selling a kitchen knife to a 15-year-old. The sale occurred during an undercover operation by Barnet Council's trading standards team as part of Operation Sceptre.
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Local News · BarnetPublic Notice Portal enhances services
The Public Notice Portal (PNP) has launched new consultation and archive services, funded by a Google News Initiative grant. The platform, an online database for public notices from local newspapers, has seen its registered users nearly double to 43,000 in the past year.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Father Becomes Oldest British Pro Boxer
Barnet resident Ben Caunter has become the United Kingdom's oldest active professional boxer at 47. He made his debut in Tanzania on May 15, using the event to support the charity CALM.
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Local News · BarnetHaberdashers' Teachers Strike Over Pension Changes
Teachers at Haberdashers' Boys and Girls Schools have staged strikes over changes to their pension contracts, which unions describe as 'shameful' 'fire and rehire' tactics. The schools cite rising costs, while talks are now underway.
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Local News · EdgwareBelmont & Edgware CC secure league victory
Belmont & Edgware Cricket Club defeated Graveley CC by eight wickets in Hertfordshire. All-rounder Scott Gerard took five wickets for 26 runs, and Ilan Selby scored 59 not out, contributing to the team's strong performance.
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Local News · BarnetSparklets Marks 20 Years of Fundraising
The women's group Sparklets has celebrated 20 years of fundraising, accumulating more than £80,000 for various charities. A recent film screening event, held in memory of a founding member, added over £2,000 to their total.
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Local News · BarnetWest Herts College partners with Kedrion Biopharma
West Herts College has launched a partnership with Kedrion Biopharma, a company specialising in rare disease therapies. The collaboration offers students practical experience, workshops, and mentoring to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements.
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Local News · EdgwareTwo injured in Edgware crash
Two individuals sustained injuries in a collision on Broadfields Avenue, Edgware, on May 5. Both were transported to hospital by emergency services, with injuries not considered life-threatening.
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Local News · BarnetYoung Reporter Scheme Marks 19th Year
Newsquest's Young Reporter Scheme has launched for its 19th consecutive year, providing students in Years 10 to 13 with practical journalism experience. New schools can sign up with early bird pricing until June 30.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Young Man's Homelessness Journey
Kai, 29, found stability through Centrepoint's Independent Living Programme after becoming homeless following his father's death. His story highlights the broader youth housing crisis, with over 130,000 young people on social housing waiting lists.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Market Trader Honoured for 65 Years' Service
David Bone, a long-serving trader at Barnet Market, has been recognised with a lifetime achievement award at the London Borough of Barnet Civic Awards 2026 for his 65 years of dedication. He was undergoing cancer treatment at the time.
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Local News · ColindaleColindale NHS centre uses VR to boost cornea transplants
NHS Blood and Transplant is employing a virtual reality training programme at its Colindale centre to accelerate the development of eye retrieval staff. The initiative aims to increase the availability of corneas for transplant by significantly reducing the time needed to train personnel.
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Local News · BarnetYouth Homelessness Crisis Impacts Thousands
Tens of thousands of young adults face homelessness annually due to a severe lack of affordable housing. Charities like Centrepoint are providing crucial support through independent living programmes, capping rent and offering life skills training.
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Local News · FinchleyFinchley RFC Opens New Gym with Rugby Stars
Finchley RFC celebrated the opening of its new centenary gym, built by volunteers, with an appearance by World Cup winner Kelsey Clifford. Later, Ugo Monye led an injury prevention session filmed by Arthrosamid.
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Local News · HendonHendon School Students Shine in Maths Challenge
North London Grammar School in Hendon has achieved its best-ever results in the UK Mathematics Trust Intermediate Maths Challenge. Two students earned gold medals, with one invited to a national Olympiad, and the school overall secured 29 awards.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Schoolboys Organise Charity Football Match
Two schoolboys from Barnet have organised a charity football match to support their friend, Kit Chester-Canavan, who is undergoing treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. The event, scheduled for May 8, aims to raise funds for the Teenage Cancer Trust and Kit's 'Hope Trip'.
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Local News · HendonThe Sushi Co Opens 30th UK Branch in Hendon
The Sushi Co has opened its 30th UK restaurant in Hendon, featuring a live kitchen and expert chef. The new 1,000 sq ft branch on Central Circus aims to provide 'minutes fresh' sushi to the local community.
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