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193 stories from and about Harrow, mostly local news, council & politics, property & planning. The most recent ran on 2 November 2026. Page 1 of 10.
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Local News · HarrowMorrisons launches Disney Christmas collection in Harrow
Morrisons has introduced a new Disney Christmas collection in its Harrow stores, featuring plush toys, a sticker album, and festive bells. Customers spending £15 can receive free stickers, and scanning them in the More app offers rewards and a prize draw entry.
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Transport & TfL · HarrowBakerloo Line Section Closed 21-22 November
Commuters travelling between Queen’s Park and Harrow & Wealdstone will face disruption on the weekend of 21-22 November 2026. Transport for London has confirmed a complete shutdown of services on this section of the Bakerloo line due to planned works.
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Local News · HarrowPinner View closed until November 27 for Cadent gas works
Pinner View in Harrow has been closed since October 12 due to ongoing gas works by Cadent. The closure is currently scheduled to last until November 27, with potential extensions. Access restrictions are in place at several junctions, and parking is also affected.
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Local News · HarrowJohnny Ball criticises BBC's Play School reboot
Children's television veteran Johnny Ball has voiced his disapproval of the BBC's plan to revive the iconic show Play School. The 88-year-old believes the reboot will fail to capture the magic of the original series, which ran for over two decades.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow club licence refused over noise and safety fears
A private members' club planned for the basement of a motorcycle shop on Alexandra Avenue, Harrow, has been refused a licence. Concerns over noise, safety, and potential disruption led to the decision by the Licensing Committee.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow Remembrance Sunday services announced
Remembrance Sunday services will be held in Harrow Town Centre, Edgware, and Pinner on Sunday 8 November. The Mayor of Harrow, Cllr Yogesh Teli, will lead the town centre service, which includes a parade starting at 10.15am.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow man faces two-year recovery after fence climbing injury
A Harrow resident is facing a lengthy recovery period after an accident in May, when he climbed a fence to access a closed athletics track. Hamish Franklin sustained a severed ulnar nerve, requiring eight hours of surgery, and may not regain full sensation in two fingers.
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Local News · HarrowHarlequins beat Saracens 33-15 at The Stoop
Harlequins achieved their first Premiership victory of the season, defeating Saracens 33-15 at The Stoop. Marcus Smith was instrumental in the win, scoring the opening try and converting his own score in his 200th appearance for the club.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow homes cost 10.8 times average earnings
The average home in Harrow costs £532,000, which is 10.8 times the average local earnings. This places Harrow as one of the less affordable boroughs in the capital for prospective homeowners.
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Local News · HarrowLondon Restaurants Tackle Noise With Acoustic Solutions
Many London restaurants are struggling with poor acoustics, making conversation difficult for diners. Experts are now employing advanced materials like acoustic plaster and incorporating sound-dampening design elements to create more comfortable dining experiences.
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Local News · HarrowBlue plaque honours Tube visionary Frank Pick
A blue plaque has been unveiled at the former Hampstead Garden Suburb home of Frank Pick, the influential manager credited with shaping the modern identity of London's Tube network. His work included the iconic roundel logo and Johnston typeface.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow ranked 8th toughest London borough for children
Harrow has been identified as the eighth most challenging borough in London for children to grow up in, according to a recent report. The analysis considered factors such as health, education, and poverty.
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Local News · HarrowFormer inmate lectures on AI at Middlesex University
Sobanan Narenthiran, CEO of Breakthrough Social Enterprise, has returned to Middlesex University to lecture on artificial intelligence careers. Narenthiran began his studies at the university in 2018 while serving a sentence for conspiracy to supply cannabis.
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Property & Planning · HarrowNorthwick Parkside scheme nears completion with 654 homes
The Northwick Parkside regeneration scheme in Harrow is set to deliver 654 new homes. Mayors from Harrow and Brent toured the development on October 15, seeing completed shared ownership and private homes.
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Local News · HarrowStudent dies after asthma attack while waiting for ambulance
A 26-year-old international student from Nigeria, Obanyeli Jesse Chima, died on September 25 after suffering a severe asthma attack. He collapsed while waiting for an ambulance and was later confirmed brain-dead. A fundraiser has been launched to repatriate his body to Nigeria.
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Local News · HarrowHeathrow expansion promises 50,000 jobs for local residents
Heathrow Airport has announced that its expansion plans are expected to create at least 50,000 jobs. The airport's new Economic Development Framework details opportunities in construction, digital, and logistics, alongside a commitment to 5,000 youth apprenticeships.
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Local News · HarrowNew book details wartime lives of Richmond father and son
A new book, 'Two Lives, Two World Wars', chronicles the wartime experiences of Reginald Parrish, who was injured at Gallipoli in 1915, and his son Ted, who served in the Burma Campaign. The book is available from various retailers.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow roads to close for Remembrance Sunday parades
Harrow Council has announced temporary road closures for Remembrance Sunday parades on November 8, 2026. High Street in Pinner and Edgware will be shut for several hours, impacting traffic and local access. Parade routes will also affect nearby roads.
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Local News · HarrowVehicle thefts rise 50% in a decade despite recent fall
Vehicle thefts across England and Wales have increased by nearly 50% over the last ten years, despite a 5% drop in reported incidents last year. Insurance premiums have risen significantly, with just a small fraction of thefts resulting in charges.
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Local News · Harrow12-year-old Supratit Banerjee is Britain's youngest chess International Master
Supratit Banerjee, aged 12, has become Britain's youngest International Master in chess, surpassing a record held for over two decades. The achievement comes as he navigated 11+ exams and a move from Glasgow to London.
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Property & Planning · PinnerPinner school sinkhole: 39km drilling stabilised chalk mines
A sinkhole in the car park of Pinner Wood School in March 2017 led to extensive work to stabilise ancient chalk mines beneath the area. Over 39 kilometres of drilling and 5,500 tonnes of grout were used.
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WorldPop‑up restaurant in Shoreditch offers cheaper meals for longer stays
A poll of 2,000 adults shows 30 % of Britons rush meals out. To counter that, Campo Viejo and chef José Pizarro are running a pop‑up at 83 Rivington Street, Shoreditch, on 23 and 24 October. Guests who linger will receive a discount, and the event aims to promote the Spanish tradition of Sobremesa.
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Transport & TfL · Rayners LanePiccadilly line halted between Rayners Lane and Uxbridge, commuters lose service
The Piccadilly line has been suspended from Rayners Lane to Uxbridge after a signal fault, leaving local riders without underground service. TfL adds that the Waterloo & City line is offline, Central line trains are delayed and Tramlink is halted due to separate technical problems.
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WorldNHS bloodmobile to visit Harrow over next year
A new mobile blood donor centre, the 'bloodmobile', has been launched by NHS Blood and Transplant. It will visit Harrow and other London areas over the next 12 months to increase the number of black heritage donors.
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Local News · WealdstoneWealdstone to host Dover Athletic in FA Cup first round
Wealdstone will play host to Dover Athletic in the first round of the 2026-27 FA Cup. The draw, which featured 91 teams, also saw Barnet travel to Tranmere Rovers and Guiseley face Sutton United.
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Transport & TfL · PinnerPinner View Gas Works to Cause Six Weeks Disruption
Essential gas network upgrades by Cadent Gas on Pinner View in Harrow will cause significant disruption. The works, starting October 12, 2026, are scheduled for completion by November 27, 2026, but traffic restrictions could last up to 18 months.
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WorldInsurers report surge in ADHD and autism declarations among over‑50s
Travel insurers have recorded a sharp rise in claims involving ADHD and autism among people over 50, with Staysure noting 4,676 such declarations between January and July 2026. Overall ADHD reports more than doubled, and a health‑department review now examines diagnosis trends.
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Local News · StanmoreStanmore girl, 10, runs 5K for Scope charity
Lily Janmohamed, aged 10, from Stanmore, Harrow, is set to run a 5km race at Battersea Parkrun on 17 October 2026. She aims to raise funds for the disability equality charity Scope, having already exceeded her £3,000 target.
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WorldNew book features 1930s Harrow School boys
A new 616-page book, 'Britain in the 1930s', published on November 5, 2026, features over 600 black and white photographs. It includes images of Harrow School boys and other scenes from across the UK.
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WorldHundreds of homes plan sparks fears of 100 daily toxic‑waste lorries on Harrow Road
St William submitted a planning application for 789 homes on the former Kensal Gasworks on 25 July 2025. Campaigners claim the 10‑12‑year build will generate up to 100 lorries a day carrying toxic waste along Harrow Road, raising health concerns among Brent residents, while Kensington and Chelsea Council says the process was robust.
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WorldHarrow residents face river pollution from misconnected home plumbing
An audit of the River Brent found 44 polluting outfalls in 22.4 km, while the River Wandle had nine active leaks. City Hall has hired a full‑time officer to pursue misconnected household drains, a problem that can affect whole blocks of flats in Harrow.
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WorldThousands report VodafoneThree network outages across UK
More than 2,000 problems were reported on the VodafoneThree network across the UK on 3 October 2026. Issues began around 11:30 am, with users reporting no signal, internet, and data connectivity problems.
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Local News · North HarrowNorth Harrow teenagers raise over £500 for Venezuela on sponsored walk
Fourteen teenagers from North Harrow's St John Fisher Parish walked over 5km on September 13, raising more than £500 for Aid to the Church in Need's work in Venezuela. The sponsored pilgrimage aimed to help participants put their faith into action.
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Ackermans Chocolates closes after 50 years, Royal Warrant withdrawn
Ackermans Chocolates, founded by Werner and Lotte Ackerman on Goldhurst Terrace, operated for 50 years before closing about twenty years ago. It held a Royal Warrant from 1968 and in the 1990s produced 4,000 kg of chocolate weekly at a Camden estate.
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Transport & TfL · KentonKenton Lane closed for nine hours after emergency incident
Major roads in Kenton, Harrow, were shut for nine-and-a-half hours following an emergency services incident. Kenton Lane remains closed between College Hill Road and Locket Road, affecting bus services H18 and H19.
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WorldNestlé poll shows half of Britons care where food is made as runner starts 500‑mile Taste Trail
A Nestlé‑commissioned survey of 2,000 adults found that just over half of respondents consider the origin of their produce important. At the same time, runner Rob Pope will trek more than 500 miles from Ayrshire to Brighton, with Nestlé pledging over 300 meal equivalents per mile to the Felix charity.
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Culture & Arts · Harrow WealdJay Sean performs surprise set in Harrow Weald garden
Singer Jay Sean made a surprise appearance at an outdoor DJ set hosted by DJ Ag at Pyaano House in Harrow Weald on Monday 14 September 2026. He performed his new single "Down" and other hits.
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Local News · WealdstoneCarlisle United sign Wealdstone striker Micah Obiero on two‑year deal
Carlisle United have completed the signing of Micah Obiero from Wealdstone on a two‑year contract. The forward, 25, scored 17 goals for his former club and is praised by manager Rob Elliot for his technical skill and pace. Carlisle sit 14th in the National League and will host Southend United on Saturday.
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WorldHarrow East records 8.14% depression rate, tenth lowest in England
The latest figures from the House of Commons Library place Harrow East at an 8.14 per cent depression rate among adult GP patients, the tenth lowest constituency in England. The map released by MyLondon highlights stark regional differences, with Brent West at 6.66 per cent and Birkenhead at about 25 per cent.
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WorldUKHSA confirms first Aedes aegypti breeding in east London, risk judged very low
UK Health Security Agency found Aedes aegypti larvae breeding in east London homes, marking the first confirmed UK breeding. Officials say public health risk is very low, have applied control measures and increased surveillance, while urging residents to remove standing water.
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