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Flyover reopens to light traffic
January 13, 2012 14:48 | News
Hammersmith Flyover has today reopened – but in a restricted capacity, with only one lane open in each direction to cars, vans and other light vehicles. Traffic restrictions are being enforced by a 6ft 6in width restriction at either end of...
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The best of the Chelsea Flower Show 2012
May 30, 2012 20:10 | Shopping
The 2012 Chelsea Flower Show, like many of its predecessors, served to give gardeners from all backgrounds plenty of ideas for how to grow certain plants, how to design and landscape their garden in time for the summer and anything...
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How to prepare for a marathon: 10 steps
February 14, 2012 17:49 | Shopping
The Virgin London Marathon is two months away and many of you are well into your training. Whether you're running a marathon or half marathon this year, it's essential to prepare properly. So, before you end up like many other...
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Mad For Made In Chelsea? Me too!
October 18, 2012 06:53 | Entertainment
Daisy Buchanan is a journalist, TV fan and the author of her new book, The Wickedly Unofficial Guide To Made In Chelsea. With a new series of Made in Chelsea returning to our TV screens tonight on Monday 15 October...
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New Wine Club For West London Mums
September 24, 2012 08:53 | Entertainment
WestLondonMum.co.uk (WLM) is a local website for families in west London. As well as focusing on mums, the website covers news and events for families in the west London area. Right in time for autumn and with the kids all...
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Find the Jubilee gems
May 30, 2012 20:00 | Shopping
Children with a keen eye for treasure can win some fantastic prizes in the Council's diamond treasure hunt on the King's Road and Kensington High Street over the Jubilee bank holiday weekend.
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The wedding battle: traditional vs. contemporary weddings
April 28, 2012 09:57 | Shopping
Big white dresses, flowers and favours, or a minimalist ceremony in a barn - the battle between traditional and contemporary weddings continues, and no one is quite sure which is most popular.
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Lucky Wins The Day - Bingo Superstitions and Beliefs
September 22, 2012 13:43 | Entertainment
While bingo is, essentially, a game of chance, it has long been associated with a string of superstitious practices and rituals. Indeed, many bingo players often report lucking out if they are wearing, or carrying, something specific with them when...
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London house prices on the rise
June 07, 2012 22:15 | News
Property prices across the country are on the rise. There are exceptions in some places of course, but across the board the average rates for first time buyers are still really high. It’s no surprise one of the worst hit...
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Enter 'London by Bike' and win £1500
April 18, 2012 08:55 | Entertainment
Cyclists! It’s time to put on your brakes and start snapping. Barclays has teamed up with street photographer Nick Turpin to find camera keen cyclists to capture the adventure, inspiration and beauty of cycling in London.
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Love Brunch at The Roof Gardens returns
September 18, 2012 07:12 | Entertainment
On the Saturday 29 September, a taste of Manhattan will be available once again 100ft above the mean, clean streets of Kensington, as the highly successful Love Brunch returns for a Saturday afternoon of New York inspired partying at The...
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From bingo to breakfast cereals – Britain’s best soap star ads
October 30, 2012 15:03 | Entertainment
Not content with showing up on our screens on a daily basis in the nation’s favourite TV shows, soap stars are now just as likely to appear onscreen between shows too. Along with comedians and comic actors, Britain’s soap stars...
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Winter Fine Art and Antiques Fair returns
October 30, 2012 15:04 | Shopping
One of the most important annual art and antiques event in London, the Winter Fine Art & Antiques Fair at Olympia, will return for its 22nd year on Monday November 12 at 4pm until November 18 2012.
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Ease the pressure and drive down your bills
March 28, 2012 11:23 | Shopping
The latest report from the government regarding energy shows that the United Kingdom is filled with fuel poverty. And, with this in mind, the whole country is concerned for the future of their electricity prices. With the problem expected to...
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Restaurant review: El Pirata Detapas
December 04, 2012 19:36 | Entertainment
At first glance, a menu where tapas dishes are paired with tea seems a bit bonkers. But El Pirata Detapas in Notting Hill has launched just that – and it turns out it’s brilliant.
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The ins and outs of a personal loan
December 20, 2012 09:17 | News
Personal loans can be a scary notion. The credit crunch and banking crisis showed you what un-repaid debt can lead to – the loss of your home, business or car to name a few. There’s now an apprehension in the...
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Dating ideas in Notting Hill Gate
July 13, 2012 10:16 | Entertainment
London is packed with iconic streets, and Notting Hill Gate is just one of them. In this part of west London, you’ll find that there are plenty of great dating venues, which is handy if you’re looking to meet someone...
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Best Bar None 2012
April 25, 2012 15:46 | News
Bars, pubs and clubs in Kensington and Chelsea are being urged to join the Best Bar None (BBN) scheme which is entering its fifth year in the Royal Borough. The scheme recognises licensees who demonstrate excellent management standards.
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200 days to prepare for Olympic Games
January 09, 2012 19:32 | News
With just 200 days to go before the Olympic Games begin, expectation is building for what promises to be a magnificent sporting summer in the capital. Amidst the excitement, however, the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is urging residents...
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Opera Holland Park: a must see
July 19, 2012 11:21 | Entertainment
A rainy summer may not conjure up images of picnics and open air theatre, but the team at Opera Holland Park have found a genius solution. You can enjoy luxury picnics in the comfort of a gorgeous patio and...
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No Excuse For Not Smiling, Say Jackpot Joy
October 18, 2012 06:50 | Entertainment
Winter is approaching and the economy is in tatters, but that’s no reason not to celebrate being alive, according to online bingo site Jackpotjoy.com.
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Bafta awards 2012: Hair style wrap up
February 13, 2012 20:17 | Shopping
Gina Conway is owner and director of Gina Conway Aveda Salons. With salons in Fulham, Chelsea, Notting Hill and Wimbledon, Gina provides her critique of the hair styles at the 65th Baftas last night together with some quick how to's...
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How to feel better if you have a cold
October 30, 2012 14:35 | Shopping
Feeling run down and sniffly is not great. Although it's not debilitating as a full blown flu episode, having a cold is annoying to say the least. Coworkers, friends and family members may ask you to stay away and not...
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Why Are Divorce Rates Rising?
August 13, 2012 11:29 | Entertainment
When it comes to divorce, most of us have seen it be problematic for a family close to us and if it happens you can’t help but think why? It’s not uncommon, and from 2009 to 2010 the latest data...
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Londoners beware: Asbestos still a hidden danger
July 23, 2012 14:30 | News
Over exposure to asbestos has been linked with the development of several terminal illnesses, such as asbestosis, mesothelioma and lung cancer. Although the use of asbestos is now illegal, it is still present in some old homes.Asbestos was most widely...
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Christmas movie round-up
November 06, 2012 15:20 | Entertainment
The supermarkets have been churning out wrapping paper and other festive treats for the past few months which means one thing, it’s almost Christmas! For cinema lovers this is often a very good time of year for new releases on...
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London's top five Christmas markets
November 17, 2012 13:50 | Entertainment
Christmas is fast approaching, but trudging around the shops isn’t always appealing. Christmas markets, however, can be exciting and a trip out in and of themselves. Of course, it is no surprise that London hosts several Christmas markets where you...
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Are you snow-ready? A guide to your skiing prehabilitation
January 16, 2012 11:26 | Shopping
Yes, it is that time of year again. Its time to dust off those thermals, get out that wacky woolly hat and the oversized goggles because, if you are anything like us, the onset of uncomfortably cold weather is a...
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Choosing the right business space in the capital
May 16, 2012 18:07 | News
Finding the right commercial location for your business is an essential ingredient in any successful enterprise. With close proximity to transport networks and industry contacts businesses can get off on the right foot. Acquiring office space to let in London...
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The allure of West London property
May 24, 2012 12:31 | Shopping
Home to the vast majority of the capital’s tourist attractions and celebrated for its strong artistic heritage, the W1 district of Central London is internationally renowned. A leading combination of bustling streets, world-class architecture and fantastic transport links, there is...
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