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108 stories from and about Harrow, mostly local news, council & politics, transport & tfl. The most recent ran on 14 September 2026. Page 4 of 6.
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Crime & Safety · HarrowHarrow crime rate: among the four lowest in London
Harrow recorded 17,107 offences in the twelve months to June 2026. Set against its population, that is roughly 63 offences per thousand residents against a London average of 100 — the fourth-lowest rate of any London borough.
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Lifestyle & Food · HarrowFood banks in Harrow: where they are, and how to get a voucher
Harrow Foodbank runs four collection centres across the borough and each requires a voucher. A separate set of community food hubs takes people without any referral. This lists both, who issues vouchers, and the fund that replaced the Household Support Fund in April 2026.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow garden waste: £69 a year, and no refunds for signing up late
Harrow’s garden waste collection costs £69 a year for 2026/27, or £34.50 if you receive Council Tax Support. The subscription is annual only with no pro-rata for late joiners, direct debit is closed to new sign-ups, and refunds are limited to the first fourteen days.
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Lifestyle & Food · HarrowHarrow library opening hours: every branch
Opening hours for all six of Harrow’s council libraries, plus the community-run library at North Harrow. Includes what it costs to join, how many items you can borrow, the charges that still apply, and the free computer time.
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Council & Politics · HarrowFly-tipping in Harrow: 13,925 incidents, 1,242 fines, no prosecutions
Harrow recorded 13,925 fly-tipping incidents in 2024-25, its highest in thirteen years of published figures, issued 1,242 fixed penalty notices and brought no prosecutions at all. This explains how to report a tip, what the fines are, and what is about to change.
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Property & Planning · HarrowCouncil housing in Harrow: 2,142 households waiting, 283 homes a year
Harrow’s housing register holds around 2,142 households against roughly 283 lettings a year. This sets out who qualifies, the five bands, the income and savings limits, the real waiting times the council publishes, and the new scheme arriving in September 2026.
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Transport & TfL · HarrowHarrow PCN: what it costs, and how the appeal actually works
Harrow issues penalty charge notices at £110 or £160, reduced by half if paid within 14 days, or 21 for some camera-issued tickets. This sets out the stages, the deadlines, the nine grounds an adjudicator can actually consider, and where the process escalates.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow council tax 2026/27: what every band pays
Harrow’s Band D council tax for 2026/27 is £2,511.07, a rise of 4.81%. This sets out the charge for every band, how the bill splits between Harrow and City Hall, how to check which band you are in, and the narrow circumstances in which you can challenge it.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow recycling centre: you need a booking, and there are two per car a day
Harrow Reuse and Recycling Centre on Forward Drive, Wealdstone opens 8.30am to 4.30pm daily. Arriving by car requires an online booking, two per registration per day, with photo ID and proof of address. This covers what is accepted, what is charged and the rules that catch people out.
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Lifestyle & Food · HarrowHarrow Leisure Centre: what is there, how to get in, where to park
Harrow Leisure Centre on Christchurch Avenue has two pools, a 9m climbing wall, sports halls and a gym rebuilt during a £1.4m refurbishment in 2026. This covers the facilities, the transport, the 427-space car park and its charges, and the concessions the council has confirmed.
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Harrow parking fines: the two mistakes that cost people the most
Harrow penalty charge notices are £110 or £160, halved if paid within 14 days. Paying the discount ends your right to challenge, and three unpaid PCNs block a resident parking permit. How to challenge properly, and what the council needs from you.
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Local News · HarrowFly-tipping in Harrow: how to report it, and the £200 rule that catches residents out
How to report a fly-tip in Harrow, how long removal takes, why the council will not touch waste on private land, and the duty of care rule that makes you liable for a £200 fine when someone else dumps your rubbish.
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Council & Politics · HarrowFined by a Harrow enforcement officer? What the notice does not tell you
Harrow issues fixed penalty notices for littering and fly-tipping through private contractors, with fines from £50 to £1,000 and 14 days to pay. There is no formal appeal. This explains what you can do instead, and why the distinction matters.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow Labour Demands Contractor Suspension After Resident Incidents
Harrow Labour Group has urged the Conservative-led council to suspend a private enforcement contractor following allegations of intimidatory conduct towards residents. The group also seeks repayment of fixed penalty notices issued by the officers involved and proposes bringing the service in-house.
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Transport & TfL · HarrowMajor TfL delays hit eight London Underground lines
Transport for London reported severe delays on eight Underground lines on 7 August, affecting thousands of commuters. The Central, Northern and Piccadilly lines faced the worst disruptions, while the District line was partly suspended. The Elizabeth line, DLR and Overground ran as usual.
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World · HarrowMayor launches £1.8bn plan for London's rivers
A decade-long initiative to improve London's waterways has been announced by the Mayor of London. The plan includes £1.8bn from water companies, boroughs and charities, plus £2.7m from the mayor. Ten areas, including parts of Harrow, are set for funding to combat sewage pollution and restore wildlife.
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Property & Planning · HarrowHarrow Council approves Station Road flat block
Harrow Council has approved plans to demolish a restaurant on Station Road, Harrow-on-the-Hill, to build a seven-storey apartment block. The development will feature 12 flats and ground-floor commercial space, but no affordable housing due to viability assessments. Concerns were raised about noise from a nearby bar.
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Local News · HarrowStudent mural brightens Northwick Parkside
A winning mural design by University of Westminster student Danling Su has been unveiled at Northwick Parkside in Harrow. Painted by artist Miguel Fons, the artwork depicts connections between healthcare, education, and home life.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow pupils raise £2,000 for local children’s charity Riya’s Rainbows
Year 6 pupils at Mount Stewart Junior School in Harrow raised £2,000 for Riya’s Rainbows, a local charity supporting children with serious illnesses and bereaved families. The funds came from the school’s annual Enterprise Initiative, where students created and sold products at a community event.
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Local News · HarrowParmiter School student wins Young Reporter Award, records for Open University
A Harrow student has won a national journalism award and recorded Instagram reels for the Open University at a professional studio. Arran Sihota, 17, from Parmiter School, was praised for his professionalism during the session organised by Artful Being.
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Also affecting Harrow
Borough-wide and national stories that name Harrow or bear directly on it.
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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Crime & Safety · WealdstoneAnthony McGregor escapes Willesden court, police hunt in Wealdstone
Anthony McGregor, sentenced to 18 weeks for stalking and assault, escaped from Willesden Magistrates’ Court on 26 August 2026. Police believe he is in the Harrow and Wealdstone area and have launched a manhunt, appealing for public assistance.
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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.
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Transport & TfL · Rayners LanePiccadilly Line Closed: Rayners Lane to Uxbridge Section Shut Until Friday
A significant portion of the Piccadilly line, from Cockfosters to Uxbridge, is closed until Friday, August 28. Transport for London is directing passengers to alternative Tube lines and replacement bus services.
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Crime & Safety · North HarrowNorth Harrow Great-Grandmother Dies After Burglary Attack
A 75-year-old woman has died in hospital following an alleged burglary and assault at her North Harrow home. Her husband, 81, was also attacked. A man has been charged in connection with the incident.
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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.
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Property & Planning · StanmoreStanmore house demolition and rebuild plans submitted
Harrow Council has received plans for the demolition of a house at 10 Glanleam Road, Stanmore. The application seeks permission to build a new two-storey detached dwelling in its place. Several other planning applications were also submitted across the borough.
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Property & Planning · PinnerRoxbourne Park playground to move away from river in £6m Harrow upgrade
Harrow Council will relocate the children’s playground in Roxbourne Park, Pinner, further into the park to improve safety and visibility. The £6m Park’s Capital Programme also includes resurfaced footpaths, wayfinding signs and new entrance gates. Residents can submit views until 30 September 2024.
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Harrow 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.
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Business · PinnerFit20 opens 20-minute strength studio in Pinner High Street
A new fitness studio on Pinner High Street offers one 20-minute strength session each week, supervised by staff. The owners, Dinesh and Heena Kathrecha, say the method suits working professionals, parents and older adults who struggle to find time for traditional gyms.
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Local News · KentonDhillon’s Newsagents in Kenton closes after 45 years
Dhillon’s Newsagents in Kenton has closed after 45 years, marking the end of a local institution. R.S. Dhillon and his family thanked the Harrow community for its support, as the shop’s retirement leaves a gap in the neighbourhood’s daily life.
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WorldBreyer Holdings Limited enters administration with 285 jobs at risk
Breyer Holdings Limited, a Romford-based construction firm employing 285 people, entered administration on 3 August 2026. Joint administrators from BTG Begbies Traynor will decide whether to rescue the business or liquidate it under the Insolvency Act 1986. Creditors will vote on proposals by early October.
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WorldUK holidaymakers shift to later bookings and domestic trips as costs rise
A survey of 2,000 UK adults shows rising costs and global uncertainty are reshaping summer travel plans. More than half are opting for staycations, while 22% book closer to departure. Popular destinations include the Scottish Highlands and Cornwall, with reliability topping concerns for road trips.
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WorldCall the Midwife Christmas special 2026 adds five new characters
The BBC has announced a three-part Christmas special of *Call the Midwife*, titled *Sisters In Arms*, set in September 1939. Five new actors will join the cast, including Julie Hesmondhalgh and Helena Wilson. The special will air during the festive season, though an exact date is unconfirmed.
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Pinner garages behind Bridge Street to become Pilates studio
Residents in Pinner can comment on plans to convert garages and storage behind 37 Bridge Street into a Pilates studio. The application includes a single-storey front extension and exterior changes. Harrow Council is accepting public feedback until the statutory consultation closes.
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Transport & TfL · WealdstoneBakerloo Line Suspension Hits Harrow & Wealdstone Commuters This Weekend
The Bakerloo Line will not run between Queen’s Park and Harrow & Wealdstone on 8 and 9 August due to track maintenance. Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations are also closed until 16 August, disrupting Southeastern services. TfL has published replacement bus routes.
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Culture & Arts · PinnerHeadstone Manor Museum marks 40 years with 1980s-themed village show in Pinner
Headstone Manor & Museum in Pinner will celebrate its 40th anniversary at the Headstone Village Show on 31 August 2026. The event includes live music, a horticultural show, family crafts and 1980s-themed entertainment. Tickets cost £5 for adults and £3 for children under 12.
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