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West Drayton double stabbing leaves two men in hospital with police hunting attacker
The pair were found more than half a mile away from the reported scene of the attack
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West London ex-councillor threatens café over rent owed despite being in arrears himself
Hillingdon Council had planned to write off the councillor's arrears
Hillingdon school 'puts pupils at risk of significant harm' according to Ofsted
The school in Yiewsley, which caters to excluded children, has been placed in special measures
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Investigation into London's housing crisis recognised at Regional Press Awards - help us change law
Our four calls for change include a petition to the UK Government calling for a ban on councils threatening to withdraw housing help if someone refuses to move hundreds of miles
Hillingdon councillor expelled by Labour over 'fake Facebook profile' joins Greens
It is understood Cllr Naser Abby approached an independent group of councillors before joining the Greens
Lessons to be learned after Ickenham station tragedy
A TRIO of safety recommendations are made by the Rail Accident Inspection Branch in its report into a fatal accident at Ickenham station in March 2025.
Three Hillingdon winners announced in business awards
THREE Hillingdon winners were recognised at the 13th edition of the West London Business Awards.
Last chance to unlock free UK days out with a National Lottery ticket
National Lottery Open Week is almost here, and it’s giving players the chance to explore the extraordinary projects, hidden gems and iconic venues they help fund, through the £32 million raised for good causes every week.
How supermarkets and shops are improving in catering for disabled people
Businesses are striving to make things accessible, and whilst I've had to learn to ask, I have also found that so many are willing to change and learn with us.
Hillingdon care home named in London's top 20
A CARE home in Hillingdon has been recognised as one of the best in London, following feedback from residents and their families.
County's gardeners urged to support the Year of the Moth
NATURE lovers are being asked to support the 2,500 species of moths in the UK with publication of a new Wild About Gardens Magical Moths guide.
Over one in nine Gen-Zers dream of own home but think lottery win more likely
Over one in nine Gen-Zers dream of their own home but think they have better chance of winning the lottery
Is the Easter Egg Hunt’s magic fading? Study reveals hiders trapped in habits.
For generations, the Easter egg hunt has been a cherished family ritual. However, new research suggests that for many, the magic is starting to fade as predictable hiding habits lead to hunts that are over in minutes.
Hillingdon's busy roads 'ideal for sending a message'
HILLINGDON is second only to its neighbour Hounslow for having the country’s busiest roads.
Hillingdon counter-fraud team honoured for its vigilance
HILLINGDON’S counter fraud team is celebrating success in the Public Sector Counter Fraud Awards for 2026.
Two thirds of Gen Z Brits unable to focus at work without headphones
Britain is officially a ‘plugged in’ nation when it comes to work – with over a third (35%) of Brits saying they can’t work without headphones or earbuds.
One in five Brits won't wash bed linen for two months, new study shows
Brits might like a queue, and may be partial to a cuppa, but one thing they’re not so keen on is washing their bed sheets
Favourite Childhood Book Revealed – and It's Not Harry Potter
It turns out those midnight feasts and secret passages did more than just pass the time; they built the foundations of a nation.
Extreme zipline challenge tests limits of foldable phone strength
This isn’t a drop test. It’s a man suspended mid-air, crossing a lake - hanging from a foldable smartphone.
Unfair housing rule allows council to make you homeless if you won't move 200 miles - sign petition
Many London councils are routinely using the threat of homelessness to pressure people into accepting offers that are far away from their support networks