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'You can achieve it' - Former homeless man thriving as chef with Centrepoint support
Cameron was 16 when he first experienced homelessness. He initially sought help from the council but said delays and complex paperwork made it difficult to access support.
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Line-up of best-selling authors for Hillingdon Crime Festival
HILLINGDON Libraries Crime Festival returns on June 13 with more than 15 best-selling authors, on stage at the Winston Churchill Theatre.
'Fan favourite' trio to return to ITV to host Love Island after show
ITV has announced a 'fan favourite' trio will be making a return to TV to host Love Island's after show.
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Quick-thinking W Drayton driver saved passenger's life
A WEST DRAYTON firm is launching a series of CPR and defibrillator training sessions for its drivers.
Open weekend at new Jubilee Centre draws 2,500 to W Drayton
MORE than 2,000 visitors were welcomed to Hillingdon Council’s Platinum Jubilee Leisure Centre in West Drayton at the weekend.
Public Notice Portal launches new consultation and archive services
The new PNP consultation function enables members of the public to have their say by providing feedback on individual public notices.
Small businesses being helped to tackle growing threat of cyber crime
The UK’s small business owners will soon be able to feel more confident and safe online following the launch of a free, four-week online course from Small Business Britain and BT Group, Staying Safe & Sound: Cyber Security for Small Business.
Gen Z going out for experience rather than to get drunk, says research
Almost two-thirds of Gen Z now go out for the experience rather than to get drunk, according to new research.
Gen Z would rather get a good night’s sleep than see favourite artist at festivals
According to new research from Subway®, four in 10 say they would be willing to miss a headline act to make sure they got enough rest.
Uxbridge-based firm makes Best Places To Work list
UXBRIDGE-based Herbalife UK has made it into the The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 list.
Papa Johns pizza planet launches to celebrate the release of Toy Story 5 in cinemas
As part of their global collaboration celebrating Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 release on the 19th June, Papa Johns Pizza Planet is launching.
Brits offered ‘Spa in a Car’ treatment to help them de-stress
In a world where moments of calm are becoming increasingly rare, Brits are turning to an unexpected place to decompress: the car.
New ‘fix and fall’ tariff launches to give energy customers peace of mind
The new British Gas tariff allows customers to fix their energy prices for two years, providing peace of mind against potential price increases.
Brits are doomscrolling 12km a month - and it’s taking a serious toll on their health
Brits are spending more than two hours a day doomscrolling on their phones – the equivalent of more than 12km of thumb movement every month - according to new research from PureGym.
Thousands give their view on Mount Vernon future
MORE than 3,000 people responded to a public consultation on plans for Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Northwood, with several hundred more engaging at roadshows and other events.
Procrasti-nation: Brits spend longer avoiding life admin than actually doing it
New research by Utility Warehouse has revealed that Britain is a nation of life-admin-avoiders, with millions of people regularly putting off everyday tasks
Half of Brits would consider a break-up if their pet disapproved of their partner
Almost half of UK pet owners admit they would consider breaking up with a partner if their pet didn't approve.
Closures planned as work starts on Piccadilly Line upgrade
PICCADILLY Line customers are being advised to plan ahead during upcoming closures, as upgrade work continues ahead of a new fleet of trains entering service between December 2026 and June 2027.
Young Uxbridge performers selected for National Youth Monologue
THREE young performers from the Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA) in Uxbridge have been shortlisted for the regional finals of the National Youth Monologue competition.
Aldi’s topiary Cuthbert spotted outside Britain’s most prestigious flower show
A giant topiary version of Aldi’s iconic Cuthbert cake has been spotted outside the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, arriving with a fresh summer glow-up in support of caterpillars everywhere.