Developers Guildmore have strengthened and repaired fencing around the Play Tower after Lewisham Building Preservation Trust raised concerns over the lax security surrounding the grade…
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“Extreme speeding” offences increase 220% during 10 weeks of life in lockdown, say police
by TonyCommunity Roadwatch efforts in the neighbourhood have been suspended during the coronavirus lockdown. But police officers and community support officers have been organising and carrying…
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A bridge too far? Austen uses his power to push council to overcome the great Catford divide
by TonyCould it be one bridge too far for Lewisham Council? Catford resident Austen Jones certainly hopes not. Local resident Austen has been urging Lewisham to…
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Coronavirus crisis: Council plans emergency measures to create safe spaces for walkers and cyclists
by TonyEmergency measures to protect the health and wellbeing of people in Lewisham during the Covid-19 pandemic could soon lead to big changes on our streets.…
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Coronavirus crisis: Support local business and join the Great Big SE4 and SE23 Raffle
by CereliaInspired by the idea run in East Dulwich by SE22 local Victoria Rennison, Nicola and Amanda are hosting The Great Big SE4 and SE23 Raffle…
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Prisoners, poison suspects , Polish submariners … Mike Guilfoyle pores over the faded headstones and plaques of Hither Green cemetery
by TonyMike Guilfoyle, who recently published a third brief guide on 30 of the illustrious deceased buried in Brockley and Ladywell cemeteries, has been tempted to…
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The show must go online: how local businesses are adapting to social distancing and the Coronavirus lockdown
by CereliaIn the past month most of us will have used an online app like Zoom or Skype to participate in classes, talks, book clubs and…
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Coronavirus crisis: It’s all go at the Leemore as volunteers pack emergency food parcels for vulnerable residents
by TonyIt’s week three at central Lewisham’s Leemore Centre, a community hub, and my two mornings a week as a volunteer are getting busier, writes Petra.…
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In praise of our parks … we need them more than ever at a difficult time like this
by TonyNow more than ever we need to value our parks and protect public spaces such as Ladywell Fields and Hilly Fields, writes Tony Rich, chair…
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Coronavirus crisis: Youth First launches online site offering support, advice, fitness challenges, films and lots more …
by TonyYouth First, the community benefit society that provides youth services to more than 11,000 young people in Lewisham, is now offering support online. With its…