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Cally revamp underway

Story Street to be pedestrianised in plans to make the Cally Islington's second liveable neighbourhood

Local grocery shop provides a greener way to shop

Refill Therapy, an Islington grocery shop, aims to reduce food waste by stocking ethically sourced refillable food.

“My brand is who I am”: In conversation with Tiana Esparon

The fashion brand owner talks sustainability, womanhood and showing personality through crochet

Domestic abuse rises by 20 per cent in Islington

Finsbury Park had the highest number of reported offences in Islington between February 2025 and February 2026, totalling 244.

Hundreds of households in Islington saved from homelessness this year

Islington ranks in the top 5 per cent for addressing homelessness across England.

Behind the artistic collective aiming to revive Islington’s radical history

Amy Rushton takes us through Cubitt Community Collective, a volunteer-led independent press gallery aiming to revive the radical history of Islington, who are currently working on their next issue.
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Residents outraged over Quentin Blake art centre ‘disaster’ plan to host late-night events 

Neighbours petition against hosting late-night, alcoholic events at the centre, which they say will cause noise and anti-social behaviour.

Art installation series to feature in historic Clerkenwell locations

Clerkenwell Design Week is set to launch public installation championing the area's rich history.

Gambling harms may be ‘hidden’ in plain sight, says local charity

Gambling charity, BetKnowMore, teams up with Islington Council to tackle gambling harms after securing funding.

Celebrating Clerkenwell’s radical history  

Activists prepare to gather on Clerkenwell Green to mark 100 years since the General Strike in 1926, as the Marx Memorial Library is set to open its doors.

UK charity sparks anger after being granted alcohol licence

Amnesty UK has been granted a 365-day alcohol licence despite objections from neighbours.

Working class culture is ‘dying’ with Smithfield Market closure

Smithfield Market's closure symbolises a cultural shift that is underway in Clerkenwell, says local guide Nigel Smith. His cultural walking tours strive to preserve historical identity.

Cally revamp underway