Thugutt ran post-war Poland from Brockley
A mechanical engineer and politician helped run Poland for two years after the war, as minister for postage and telegraphs. But Mieczyslaw Thugutt performed this feat from Brockley.
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Lambeth student saves up money to self-publish graphic novel
Kaya Forde, 17, wrote and illustrated the book as part of her Sixth Form studies at Lambeth Academy in Elms Road.
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How to look after a deaf animal
Loss of hearing can be a worrying experience for pets (and their owners), but fortunately, with the right support they can continue to live a happy and healthy life.
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In My View: Dr Rosena Allin-Khan, MP for Tooting
Eating disorders have incredibly high mortality rates, with anorexia having the highest mortality rate of any mental illness. Lack of action and treatment costs lives.
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London woman has a tumour the size of football removed
A woman has been given a second chance at life after surgeons removed a 25cm tumour from her chest in a rare operation at Guy’s and St Thomas’.
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More teenagers have suicidal thoughts and eating disorders after Covid lockdowns, school boss warns
Deputy headteacher of Fulham Cross Girls School Victoria Tully said students are suffering with a range of mental health issues as they struggle to adapt to school life after being stuck at home.
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Bromley and Croydon women’s refuge charity wins nation-wide award for its work
Bromley and Croydon Women’s Aid (BCWA) has been recognised for its work to providing refuge to women and their children who are escaping domestic abuse.
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Greenwich private school given worst possible rating as inspectors raise safeguarding concerns
Greenwich Engineering and Medical School caters for students in Years 10 to 13 who are offered “intensive” secondary and post-secondary education.
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Thamesmead residents plant South London’s first ever Tiny Forest
Scores of locals came together to plant South London’s first ever Tiny Forest in Southmere Park on Saturday, February 19.
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Fly-tipper fined £4k for dumping rubbish across several sites
The Environment Agency prosecuted Martin Ward, who was fined £2,400 and ordered to pay £1,500 costs and a £48 victims’ surcharge at Lavender Hill Magistrates’ Court.
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Author Cressida Cowell campaigns to have money spent on school libraries
A children’s laureate will visit a school as part of a campaign to have money spent on school libraries.
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Charity ShelterBox helps the desperate people of the Phillipines after devastation of Typoon Rai
A charity manager has been helping the relief effort in the Philippines after millions of people were left homeless in the wake of a super typhoon that devastated the country.
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Art dealer goes into the ring to help save Downham boxing club which boosted his chances of successful career
An entrepreneur and art dealer is taking part in a boxing match to raise vital funds for his local boxing club.
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Raise a pint and pounds for brewery boss’ epic bike ride
A pub boss is cycling more than 200 miles across a Middle Eastern desert in just four days for homeless people and struggling families in the UK.
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Beckenham family appeal for help to fund cancer treatment for brave tot
The family of a five-year-old with advanced cancer are appealing for donations so she can get the treatment which would give her the best chance of recovery – and which is not available in the UK.
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Babies could go blind if their mothers don’t get tested for STIs, doctor warns
Dr Manoj Malu said three newborns have come into Clarewell Clinic in Marylebone in the past few months with “red, sticky eyes” – they were later confirmed to have a sexually transmitted infection.
Read MoreBoss thanks staff on two year anniversary of first Covid patient at Croydon hospital
The hospital in London Road recorded its first death from the virus just a week later on March 17.
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1,200 new homes approved despite warnings from air quality expert
The plans were approved by the Greenwich council planning board after a knife-edge vote which saw chair Stephen Brain cast the deciding ballot.
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