Governors of the Leathersellers’ Federation of Schools which includes Prendergast on Hilly Fields have backed the proposal to turn the schools into a multi-academy trust…
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Antisocial behaviour: Lewisham’s safer communities service provides contact details for reporting incidents, advice and support
by TonyAntisocial behaviour (ASB) incidents appear to be on the increase. Police forces, councils and housing associations are reporting significant spikes in ASB cases, according to…
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Planning applications to be submitted this year for Catford town centre improvements at rail stations and Thomas Lane Yards
by TonyThe Catford Framework Plan is a long-term vision to guide development of Catford town centre over the next couple of decades. Redevelopment work will go…
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Over 20 women keen to find out about local women’s history joined a special walk in Ladywell & Brockley Cemeteries on Saturday 8 April, writes…
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£5,000 needed to save the legendary Brockley Max Opening Night of free music
by TonyOver the last 15 years Brockley Max, the community arts festival, has held an opening night of free music. But this year the legendary Opening…
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Council unveils ‘sustainable streets’ programme to cut pollution and increase tree planting
by TonyA “Sustainable Streets” programme unveiled by Lewisham council will aim to make better use of road space and pavements in the borough by planting more…
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Volunteers create attractive garden in St Mary’s Churchyard after tree crashes down across paths
by TonyThe last day of 2022 saw a large tree come crashing down in St Mary’s Churchyard in the early hours of December 31, writes Marion. …
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TfL’s intial report on A21 Catford-Lewisham changes show slight increase in number of people cycling
by TonyTransport for London introduced temporary changes along the A21 from Catford into Lewisham In September 2020 during the Covid pandemic to encourage more people to…
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Cost of living crisis: council opens ‘Warm Welcomes’ in libraries as local community groups offer hot drinks and advice services
by TonyIn the face of high inflation, escalating energy costs and increases in rent and mortgage payments many people are really struggling to make ends meet…
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A Dublin pharmacist’s headstone and his family links to the battle of Waterloo, Napoleon and James Joyce
by TonyMike Guilfoyle, vice-chair of the Friends of Brockley and Ladywell Cemeteries, was intrigued by a cruciform headstone in Ladywell cemetery. His research uncovers links to…