It has been a year since London had orchestrated one of the greatest sporting events in the history of mankind. The Olympic Games 2012 hosted in our majestic capital will have been jotted down in the books as a massive success; the passion, adrenaline
If so you probably never experienced GCSE’s and the changes they brought. You might be horrified by the idea of bringing dictionaries, set texts even notes to exams but to me it is normal. If you don’t have children and were born before 1995 you have
Arachnophobia is one of the most common specific phobias. Many people I know ‘suffer’ from this phobia but I think it’s silly to fear something that is so small and harmless. However I cannot shout too loudly for I have galeophobia. For those
On 25th December, all over the world, adults are compelled to spend money they don’t have on expensive gifts for their children. Giving expensive gifts has overtaken the real meaning of Christmas. This does more damage than good, with children begging
Circus Fantasia - the newest circus in the UK. 14th February 2013 was the very first day it opened to the public in Norfolk and since then they have been travelling all around the UK sharing with people their talents and happiness. It all started
On Thursday the 31st of October some citizens in the Waltham forest community took part in a debate at Waltham Forest College. The event was based on women’s equality and empowerment, the panel which led the debate was made of several
Hundreds of us in our community are going through the same stage at the moment. Whether we are applying for secondary schools or sixth forms, it certainly is not an easy task choosing the right one that would cater for our preferences of teaching methods
On Thursday, 24th October, 2013, Welling School held its annual prize evening. A night of which is an annual celebration for the hardest working students of year 10 to the year 13s of the previous year. Kicking off at 8pm, the school hall had been
Recently, I discovered that my neighbours have been feeding local foxes. This explains the increasing numbers of these animals living in the shrubbery of my garden. My family and I, as much as we love animals, are not fox-lovers. We loathe them.
During a routine vet check-up for my two rabbits, I came across a tragic story in the waiting rooms’ display of beloved missing pets. A local middle aged woman had written a short note explaining how her three tortoises had been stolen from her back
The way we see our bodies differs from person to person, but it seems to be that this generation, this world we live in today is more obsessed with body image than previous lifetimes. Body image refers to a person's feelings about their body, how they
For some students, ‘Back to School’ is usually a phrase that they have been dreading to hear during the past six weeks of relaxation and fun, however, going back is inevitable and the last week of August is a manic rush to get prepped and ready, to
It’s wrapped inside every Christmas stocking. It’s in every retail outlet. It’s the number one knack to knit. Long live the Great British jumper. And this winter, we Brits need it more than ever. As the ‘Big Six’ energy firms (including EDF,
Amidst all of the contemporary developments surrounding Bexleyheath (the opening of modernised shops, colossal road-works), there has been the introduction of something rather selfless: ‘The Inbetweeners’ social group; and no, it’s nothing to do with
Texting has changed our spoken language beyond all recognition over the past few decades and experts are starting to question how this form of digital communication is affecting our language. Many argue that there are very much two contrasting
13,000 baking enthusiasts entered the immensely popular baking show ‘The Great British Bake Off’ this year however only three were left in the all-woman finale of the 2013 series. Ruby, Frances and Kimberley got their rolling pins at the ready prepared
A New School; A New Life Every September a new batch of Year Sevens embark on a new stage of their lives as they arrive at their new secondary schools. Across the county these nervous school children will get their first taste of the years to
School. The one word no teenager wants to hear (although my friend Nicole said “I enjoy school in a weird way”). It brings to mind waking up early, piles of homework and endless revision. We look forward to holidays, and snow days because we don’t
MUCH-LOVED children's poet Michael Rosen is taking up a professorship at Goldsmiths. Mr Rosen, author of more than 140 books and the fifth British Children's Laureate, will work at the New Cross university's Department of Educational Studies, developing
AN ELTHAM father and son face a total 32 counts of child sex offences including raping an eight-year-old girl together. David Brennan, aged 55, and Sam Brennan, aged 22, of Eltham Hill, appeared at Woolwich Crown Court today (November 4) for the
The River Cray, one of Bexley Boroughs’ unrecognised landmarks, is only one of 200 chalk stream rivers in the world, yet it is disguised by shops, house and concrete. However, to uncover it, you need to look at its avid history and geography.
Since the development and continued success of out of town shopping centres, which provide free, easy parking and services protected from the fickle elements of British weather, high streets across the country have entered a spiral of decline. With
HPQ I'm sure your wondering HPQ? HPQ is a higher project qualification is a researched based qualification in which you can do whatever you want for e.g. write a book and get a GCSE out of it! Sounds awesome right! In HPQ you can investigate
A BEXLEYHEATH Academy teacher today pleaded not-guilty to eight counts of sexual activity with a child. Appearing at Inner London Crown Court dressed in a three-piece suit and tie, Stuart Kerner, 42, denied engaging in sexual activity with the
Alfred Hitchcock is one of Britain’s greatest directors and famous for films such as Psycho, Dial M for Murder, The Birds and Vertigo. With over sixty pictures to his name, he is known throughout the UK, and admired and revered by many for his intense
WHOPPER opportunity for Lewisham fast food fans - Burger King is arriving on the high street. The new 120-seater branch is set to open on November 12 at 396 Lewisham High Street. Along with whipping up Whopper burgers, the outlet will feature
On Sunday 22nd October, Bexley Police officers showcased their current crime-fighting equipment. Exhibited in Bexleyheath’s town centre were current plans, schemes and resources in place to help build a safer area for Bexley’s residents. The public
RAPPER Mynature – it’s pronounced ‘miniature’ – could easily have a film made about his life. In fact, large sections would probably be a lot like the 50 Cent movie Get Rich or Die Tryin, but set in Thamesmead. He moved to south east London
THERE are considerable delays to trains running through Bromley South this afternoon. Trains are delayed by up to 35 minutes because of a signalling problem in the Bickley area. Delays will continue until further notice.
FIREWORKS in Danson Park went off with a bang last Saturday (November 2). The event was one of the biggest of its kind in south-east England and spectators were treated to incredible sights across the lake in Bexley. As well as the display
A FLOOD alert has been issued in Dartford today (November 4). The Environment Agency has warned flooding is possible after a huge amount of rainfall caused levels in the River Darent to rise. This would affect areas between Westerham and Dartford
UP TO 100,000 people attended the Blackheath fireworks display this year - continuing the success of one of the biggest bonfire nights in London. The event is organised annually by Lewisham Council, which now uses donations to make up the
With the nights drawing in and evenings getting colder Blackheath fireworks has for another year lit up the skies of Lewisham and Greenwich in sparkling golds, blues and greens. An estimated turnout of 100,000 flocked to Blackheath common on Saturday
FOLLOWING an angry backlash which saw petitions, protests and opposition from all political parties, Greenwich Council has finally admitted it got a new business charge wrong. Council leader Councillor Chris Roberts made a rare apology last week
A MAN drowned by the pier at Greenhithe after jumping from the QE2 Bridge on Friday (Nov 1). Ambulance crews and police cars rushed to the scene after being called at 1.50pm and CPR was attempted on the victim. A spokesman for Essex Police
A MAN who grew up in 1950s Orpington has documented his childhood memories in a new book that illustrates how vastly different life was 50 years ago. Michael Proom was born in 1943 and grew up in Stanley Road, experiencing a world without television
A MASSIVE blaze at a Dagenham scrap metal yard could be seen across the river Thames in north Kent. Twenty fire engines and a fire boat were sent to the blaze despite a planned strike. The fire which started at 3.20pm on Friday was finally
CHRIS Powell heaped praise on his Charlton side following Saturday’s 1-0 away victory at Birmingham City. After a slow start to the season, Dale Stephens’ second half winner ensured the Addicks are now five matches unbeaten and have not conceded a
TWO people were taken to hospital suffering from burns after a hog roast van went up in flames at the Blackheath fireworks display. Emergency services were called out at 10.20pm on November 2, after the main event on the heath. On arrival
STEVE Lomas believes an extra little bit of luck going the Lions’ way will mean they can start turning recent good performances into wins. It looked like Millwall were going to bring Burnley back down to earth with a bump on Saturday as they found
RESTORING the bandstand in Beckenham where David Bowie held a festival in 1969 will be the main topic of discussion at a public meeting next week. The late Victorian structure in Croydon Road Recreation Ground requires conservation works to ensure
SIX teenagers from Croydon, Lewisham, Beckenham and Bromley have now been successfully prosecuted following an afternoon of sickening gun and knife violence in Catford. A 16-year-old from Croydon was found guilty of violent disorder on November
A SYDENHAM neighbour's plea for action over a noisy pub garden has fallen on deaf ears. James Pimenta, 43, had resorted to driving out drinkers from the Railway Tavern in Sydenham by pumping out dance music at full volume from his Southend Lane
A TRAIN driver was forced to remove a pram thrown onto the railway line in Belvedere today. The incident occurred at 4.36pm causing delays on services travelling between Greenwich and Dartford. A Southeastern spokesperson said: "Services were
MILLWALL defender Jack Smith admitted he could have done better defending Burnley’s equaliser in Saturday’s 2-2 draw with the Championship leaders at The Den. The Lions were seemingly well on their way to victory after 38 minutes as goals from Scott
DARTFORD Civic Centre was evacuated on Saturday (Nov 2) after a metal detector enthusiast bought in an unexploded Second World War bomb. Police sealed off the building for almost three hours after the man took in the shell which he had found in
CHARLTON captain Johnnie Jackson praised the way his team-mates have welcomed him back into the side following his recent injury problems. Saturday’s vital 1-0 success at Birmingham marked Jackson’s first start since September 21, an absence caused
A 20-YEAR-OLD woman was allegedly raped in Beckenham in the early hours of Saturday morning. Police are investigating the incident which reportedly happened in Lea Road near the junction with Fairfield Road. Forensics officers were at the scene
Gravesend produced a performance that stands amoungst the best seen from the town club for many a game, and came home with a well deserved victory. Nothing better for a true test of how your league season is shaping up by visiting league leader
AFTER eight fires in eight months the owners and operators of a notorious recycling plant are facing a High Court trial. Waste4Fuel Limited has made several improvements to the site in Cornwall Drive, St Paul’s Cray, to reduce the fire risk, as
Go for a warm spin this Christmas on these cool ice rinks that will leave you wanting another round. Ruxley Manor, Sidcup Laura Hamilton opened Ruxley Manor's Ice Rink last year The best fun is on the ice at Ruxley Manor! Ruxley's
A SINGER who fell in love with south east London 15 years ago has released her fourth album. Kaz Simmons moved from her home in Brighton to study at Goldsmiths and stayed in the area ever since. She said: “I’ve kind of stuck around, I love
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision in Keston. The only car involved was a Mercedes travelling towards Biggin Hill, which left the road and collided with a brick pillar at the side of the road at around 11pm on October 24.
HONOR Oak author Nancy Roman’s novel Chloe is a fantasy described as American Psycho meets Lord of the Rings. Vibe asked the author to give us a few words about south east London, and she came back with this awesome effort... She runs past
BANG in the centre of Greenwich, snuggled up to the market and spitting distance to the Cutty Sark, locations for a boozer don't get much better. The trouble is, such an attractive spot is bound to attract so many tourists that it will strip it
FIREFIGHTERS today (November 4) staged another strike in their bitter row with the Government over pensions. Members of the Fire Brigades Union walked out for two hours at 6am - their third round of action in recent weeks. Firemen and women
THERE are severe delays on London Overground between New Cross Gate and West Croydon, and between New Cross Gate and Crystal Palace due to earlier broken down train at Brockley. Tickets are being accepted on bus routes and London Underground services
CAN you help answer the long-running question of whether it’s possible to get less wet in the rain by running rather than walking? When it starts coming down, many of us will run for cover. This might seem like the commonsense approach when you
A PIONEERING scheme will soon see Bexley homeowners checking their water meters online. Bexley will be the first area in the country to receive Thames Water’s 'smart' water meters from the start of next year, with 43,000 being installed across
TODAY IS ... the start of the ATP World Finals, the tennis season finale for the world’s very best players at The O2 in Greenwich. The annual week-long showpiece is billed as the ‘biggest indoor tennis event on the planet’. Among the eight-player
Life is dark for Ms Smith these days, on account of her dear kitten Patch dissapearing. A grey cloud is drawn over her house in Brockley South-East London, as her search for the moggy continues. The 17 month old male usually comes running at the call
