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13 stories from and about Harrow on the Hill, mostly local news, property & planning. The most recent ran on 23 October 2026.
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Local News · Harrow on the HillDubois and Wardley hit career-heaviest weights for O2 rematch
WBO champion Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley both recorded their heaviest career weights ahead of their heavyweight rematch. The pair will face off at London's O2 Arena on Saturday.
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Local News · Harrow on the HillPrincess Sophia Duleep Singh's Suffragette activism highlighted
Princess Sophia Duleep Singh, goddaughter of Queen Victoria, became a prominent Suffragette and critic of British rule in India. Her activism, including refusing to be counted in the 1911 census and selling The Suffragette newspaper, is now the subject of a Kensington Palace exhibition.
Harrow on the Hill4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 71 · Hype 20
Local News · Harrow on the HillQPR draw, Wrexham win, Bradford defend
Queens Park Rangers secured a 2-2 draw against Preston North End after overcoming a two-goal deficit and a red card. Wrexham claimed their first home win of the season, beating Southampton 2-1. Bradford City continues to impress with a strong defensive record.
Harrow on the Hill4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Local News · Harrow on the HillJack Whitehall's Harry Potter audition flop revealed
Jack Whitehall has shared details of a Harry Potter audition arranged by his father, Michael Whitehall. Despite a private meeting, Whitehall failed to impress after admitting he had not read the books and spoke of 'Orks'. Daniel Radcliffe was ultimately cast as the boy wizard.
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Crime & Safety · Harrow on the HillTeacher guilty of indecent assault at Finchley school
A former chemistry teacher, Sally-Anne Bowen, has been found guilty of seven counts of indecent assault against two teenage pupils. The assaults took place at Christ's College in Finchley during the late 1980s. Sentencing is scheduled for November 20.
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Local News · Harrow on the HillStrawberry Hill House Flower Festival Expands to Four Days
The Strawberry Hill House Flower Festival is set to expand to four days this year, running from September 10 to 13. Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the event will feature over 30 floral designers creating installations inspired by the theme 'Gloomth/Riant'. A new Retail Village will also be introduced.
Harrow on the Hill3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 41
Local News · Harrow on the HillWest Ham lose at home to Charlton
West Ham United suffered a 2-1 home defeat against Charlton Athletic in the Championship on Saturday. Manager Nuno Espirito Santo expressed disappointment, stating the team let down their supporters.
Harrow on the Hill3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Council & Politics · Harrow on the HillMan admits arson at Golders Green memorial cabinet
Ali Fallahi, 46, has admitted to an arson attack that damaged a memorial cabinet in Limes Avenue, Golders Green, on 27 April. He pleaded guilty at Harrow Crown Court and awaits sentencing.
Harrow on the Hill2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Property & Planning · Harrow on the HillHarrow School submits new logistics plan for approved redevelopment
Harrow School has filed a further planning application for its Harrow on the Hill site, outlining construction and logistics arrangements for a redevelopment approved in 2019. The submission, PL/2146/26, follows condition 5 of permission P/1940/16, which allowed demolition of existing buildings including the sports block.
Harrow on the Hill5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 50
Also affecting Harrow on the Hill
Borough-wide and national stories that name Harrow on the Hill or bear directly on it.
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.
Rayners Lane3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 70 · Hype 30
Property & Planning · HarrowHarrow Council receives plans for children's home and property extensions
Harrow Council is considering a change of use application for a property on Harrow View to become a children's residential institution. Numerous other planning applications have been lodged for extensions and alterations across Pinner, Kenton, South Harrow, and Wealdstone.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow High School Sixth Form posts top 10% A-level results
Harrow High School’s Sixth Form recorded 62% A*-B grades at A-level this summer, placing it among the top 10% of schools nationally. BTEC students achieved 90% Distinction or Distinction* grades, with standout performances in maths, economics and applied science.
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WorldHarrow on the Hill neighbours spared 24-hour bingo hall after appeal fails
An independent planning inspector has dismissed an appeal by Pure Gaming Ltd to open a 24-hour bingo hall at 153-155 Uxbridge Road, Hanwell. The decision follows objections from Ealing Council, police, and residents over noise, antisocial behaviour, and suitability for the town centre.
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