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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 2 of 10.
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Property & Planning · HarrowHarrow Council approves 104‑unit College Road scheme despite height concerns
The Harrow Council Planning Committee approved a 10‑storey rear block behind a listed building on College Road, adding 104 co‑living units, a café and co‑working space. A Section 106 contribution of £161,000 is required, though it falls below policy expectations.
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Local News · HarrowLeah Croucher's parents campaign for 'Leah's Law'
Leah Croucher's parents are campaigning for 'Leah's Law', a mandatory minimum sentence for third sexual offence convictions. Leah was murdered by repeat sex offender Neil Maxwell after disappearing in February 2019.
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Culture & Arts · HarrowAmy Johnson blue plaque unveiled in Child's Hill
A blue plaque has been placed on Amy Johnson's former home in Hendon Way, Child's Hill, honouring the pioneering aviator. Known as 'the Queen of the Air', Johnson achieved global fame for her solo flight from England to Australia in 1930.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow Council launches firework misuse crackdown
Harrow Council is launching a targeted two-week operation from 26 October to 10 November to combat dangerous and antisocial firework use. The initiative includes increased patrols, retailer checks, CCTV surveillance, and a new online platform for residents to report concerns.
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Property & Planning · HarrowHarrow Buildings Face Planning Applications for Alterations
Several historic buildings across Harrow, including The Change of Hart Public House in Edgware and Stanmore Hall, are subject to new planning applications. Proposals range from internal and external alterations to residential conversions and a change of use for a former educational building.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow Fireworks Display returns to Byron Park November 7
The Harrow Fireworks Display is set to return to Byron Park on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The event will include a Diwali stage show and an expanded Guy Fawkes production, with free entry between noon and 3pm. Evening tickets start from £8.
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Local News · HarrowCoroner rules drowning of three Greenford sisters a suicide
A senior coroner at Woodvale Coroner’s Court has determined that the deaths of three sisters from Greenford were suicides. The women were last seen on CCTV at 2.42 am on Brighton beach before being recovered dead by the RNLI.
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Local News · HarrowBrent Cross Shopping Centre seeks memories for 50th birthday
Brent Cross Shopping Centre is celebrating its 50th anniversary by asking customers for photos and memories to feature on a new 'memory wall'. The mall is also receiving a new facade and welcoming new stores.
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Local News · HarrowMissing girl, 13, with Harrow links subject of 999 appeal
A 13-year-old girl known to have connections to Harrow has been reported missing. Kent Police have issued an urgent 999 appeal for information regarding Emilija Marta Baranova, who was last seen on Wednesday evening.
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Local News · HarrowHalloween fans warned over fake scarefest ticket scam
Halloween fans are being warned about a potential scam after tickets for "scarefest" events were sold by a company called Halloween Nights Fear. Venues including Cardiff Castle and Transport for London have confirmed the listings are fake.
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Local News · HarrowPrimark recalls Halloween decorations over asbestos fears
Primark has recalled two Halloween decorations, Witch Mini and Pumpkin gonks, due to potential asbestos contamination in the sand filling. The Office for Product Safety and Standards issued an alert, advising customers to return the items for a full refund and take precautions when disposing of them.
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Local News · HarrowDuke of Edinburgh visits Harrow School scheme
The Duke of Edinburgh visited Harrow School on October 5 to celebrate 10 years of the Shaftesbury Enterprise scheme. The initiative connects the school with local charities and schools, supporting over 4,000 children and young people in the past year.
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Local News · HarrowRoyal Mail parcel prices rise by up to £1.45
Royal Mail has increased the cost of sending parcels across a range of services, including Standard, Tracked, Special Delivery, and Signed For options. The price adjustments, which came into effect on Tuesday, October 6, range from 25p to £1.45.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow Council tightens rules on shared housing conversions
Harrow Council has introduced a borough-wide Article 4 direction, meaning family homes converted into small Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) now require full planning permission. This change aims to address concerns about neighbourhood character and HMO concentration, but experts warn it could push renters into less safe accommodation.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow Parents Fundraise for £2.4m US Gene Therapy for Son's DMD
Amy and Steve Baker, from west London, are raising funds for a £2.4 million gene therapy treatment in the US for their son Wilf, who was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in February 2026. The condition causes progressive muscle weakness.
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Local News · HarrowMorgan Rogers' Career Journey: From £1m to Chelsea's £117m Record Signing
Morgan Rogers' career trajectory saw his value plummet to £1m before a series of loan spells and a move to Aston Villa for £8m, ultimately leading to his record-breaking £117m transfer to Chelsea.
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Local News · HarrowArsenal 10 points off WSL lead as Slegers' job is questioned
Arsenal's dismal start to the Women's Super League season sees them 10 points behind leaders Manchester City. Manager Renee Slegers' position is under scrutiny despite club assurances of support.
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Local News · HarrowDickens family hid from creditors in Highgate
The entire Dickens family, including a young Charles Dickens, took refuge at 92 North Road, Highgate, in the summer of 1832 to escape creditors. This period of financial hardship deeply influenced the young author's work.
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Property & Planning · HarrowHarrow homes average £466,853 in London property price analysis
Harrow has been identified as one of London's more affordable areas for property purchases. The average home sale price in the HA1 postcode area stands at £466,853, according to recent property data.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow Council proposes changes to disabled parking bays
Harrow Council is proposing changes to disabled parking bays across the borough, including removing some bays and introducing new ones. Non-residential bays may have a three-hour maximum stay. Residents can review the proposals and provide feedback until October 14.
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Also affecting Harrow
Borough-wide and national stories that name Harrow or bear directly on it.
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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