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Local News · ColindaleRare blood transfusions save nine-year-old's life
A nine-year-old boy with a rare blood type, shared by approximately one in 10,000 people, received life-saving transfusions including one from NHS Blood and Transplant's Colindale facility. Qasim Rizwan was diagnosed with autoimmune haemolytic anaemia (AIHA) last year.
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Four new heritage lampposts installed in Colindale
Four new lamppost sculptures, known as Waylamps, have been installed along the 125 bus route between Colindale and North Finchley. Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund and supported by the Mayor of London's borough of culture programme, the installations aim to help residents and visitors discover Barnet's heritage.
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Local News · ColindaleChrissie Hynde appeals for help finding missing dog Nico in Colindale
Chrissie Hynde has asked the public to help locate her dog Nico, who went missing over two weeks ago near Silkstream Park in Colindale. The singer described the Jack Russell cross as wearing a black collar with a silver tag and urged people not to chase her if spotted.
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Food banks in Barnet: where they are, and one has just moved
Ten food bank organisations operate across Barnet, some needing a referral and some not. Colindale Foodbank closed at its old address in the first week of August and reopens on 11 August at Trinity Hub in Grahame Park — a change neither the council nor the food bank’s own locations page has caught up with.
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Barnet Council pledges more work experience after Colindale student protest
Barnet Council will increase work experience placements and convene local businesses after 30 students from Hendon School and St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School protested outside its Colindale offices. The council currently offers ten places and does not coordinate business offers.
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WorldColindale Residents Face Heatwave Without Air Conditioning
Residents in temporary accommodation at Britannia Point, Colindale, have had their air conditioning switched off while private tenants in the same building continue to use theirs. Temperatures in affected flats have reportedly exceeded 40C.
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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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Transport & TfL · ColindaleColindale Tube Station's New Ticket Hall Opens
Colindale Tube station has unveiled its new ticket hall, providing step-free access to the Northern Line for the first time. The upgrade, funded by multiple partners, aims to support the area's rapid growth and improve passenger experience.
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Property & Planning · ColindaleBarratt London sells 311 affordable homes in Colindale
Barratt London has sold 311 affordable homes at its Colindale Gardens development to Legal & General. The properties, including 158 beyond planning requirements, are designated for social rent and were completed in December.
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