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Local News · HarrowAkshaya Patra UK tackles holiday hunger in Harrow
Akshaya Patra UK is providing thousands of meals each day to children in Harrow and 30 other boroughs to combat holiday hunger. The initiative supports low-income families who lose access to free school meals during the summer break.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow Leisure Centre hosts free open day after £1.4m upgrade
Harrow Leisure Centre is holding a free open day on Saturday 12 September to celebrate its £1.4 million refurbishment. The event will feature special guests including Olympic sprinter Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and TikTok football freestyler Jamie Knight.
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Local News · PinnerPinner Vets Launch Unlimited Consultation Plan
A Pinner veterinary practice has introduced the Healthy Pet Club Advanced plan, offering unlimited consultations with vets and nurses. The monthly cost ranges from £24.99 to £34.99, aiming to address financial concerns that lead pet owners to delay seeking professional advice.
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Blue plaque for clockmaker John Harrison in Harrow
John Harrison, the self-taught clockmaker who solved the centuries-old problem of calculating longitude at sea, is to be commemorated with a blue plaque. His invention revolutionised navigation and saved countless lives.
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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.
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Local News · StanmoreMiddlesex face tough chase to beat Kent in Stanmore
Middlesex must score another 170 runs to defeat Kent in their County Championship Division Two match at Merchant Taylors' School in Northwood. The home side closed day three on 186-4, needing 170 more to win with six wickets in hand.
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Local News · HarrowEmergency alert system 'undermined' by barbecue warning
A national security alert about barbecues, sent to millions of phones, has been criticised for undermining the emergency alert system's credibility. Some residents called 999, while others have disabled the feature.
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Local News · HarrowBubble sunscreen deemed 'high risk' and banned from UK
Bubble Cosmetics sunscreens, sold in Boots and on ASOS, have been labelled 'high risk' by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS). The product was rejected at the UK border for failing to meet the Cosmetics Regulation.
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Local News · HarrowOdeon Limits myLIMITLESS Film Views to Five
Odeon has updated its myLIMITLESS subscription terms, limiting members to watching the same film a maximum of five times. The cinema chain states the changes aim to ensure fairness, but customers have voiced significant frustration online.
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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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Local News · HarrowSt Dominic’s Sixth Form College records 38% A* to A grades in A-level results
St Dominic’s Sixth Form College in Harrow has reported that 38% of its A-level students achieved A* to A grades, with 70% securing A* to B. BTEC students also performed strongly, with 82% receiving merit grades or higher. Principal Andrew Parkin praised the efforts of students and staff.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow College students record 97% BTEC pass rate in 2026 results
Harrow College reported a 97% achievement rate for BTEC students in 2026, alongside a 99% pass rate for UAL courses and 100% for several T-Level programmes. Students celebrated progression to universities, apprenticeships, and further study, with the principal praising their hard work and staff support.
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Local News · WealdstoneWealdstone sign striker Wilson Waweru from Cobh Ramblers
Wealdstone Football Club have completed the permanent signing of striker Wilson Waweru from League of Ireland side Cobh Ramblers. The 25-year-old, who also played for Sligo Rovers and Galway United, impressed manager Gary Waddock during pre-season with his movement and finishing.
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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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Local News · HarrowNational Lottery grant of £124,743 restores Bentley Priory’s obelisk and grasslands
A £124,743 National Lottery Heritage Fund grant will restore Bentley Priory’s Georgian obelisk and World War II pillbox, while volunteers clear brambles from flower-rich grasslands. The Harrow Nature Conservation Forum is recruiting local volunteers to help with the work.
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Local News · HarrowNorthwood teacher Andy Taylor raises £12,374 for Mount Vernon scanner centre
A teacher at Northwood College has raised £12,374 for the Paul Strickland Scanner Centre at Mount Vernon Hospital after running six marathons. The fundraising was in memory of his mother-in-law, who received care at the centre during cancer treatment.
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Fly-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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Local News · StanmoreStanmore Flooded After Water Main Bursts
A burst water main flooded parts of Stanmore on 28 July 2026, causing disruption to traffic and water supply. Spur Road was closed eastbound, affecting bus routes 107 and 142. Affinity Water reported rising pressure after initial supply issues.
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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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