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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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The actress bringing a fresh angle to Islington theatre

Of all the industries to struggle under the strain of Covid-19, theatres have been uniquely imperilled by an absence of live performances and venue...

‘From Zero to a Hundred’: One of Islington’s newest artists repaints her life

Islington artist Harlie Briggs has made her colourful, artistic dreams a reality this year by turning her love of art into a fully-fledged business.  

North London bragging rights: Arsenal v Spurs

Arsenal prepare to meet their North London rivals Spurs on Sunday amid a turgid time for the club and manager Mikel Arteta. Having won...

Grrl Zine and Newington Green Meeting House launch feminist magazine workshop

An online workshop organised by publishers Grrrl Zine and Newington Green Meeting House to create a feminist magazine platforming creative work from the Newington...

Online Children’s Workshop Aims To ‘Create a Space for Children’s Imagination’

Children are being encouraged to get creative and make puppets, props and musical instruments out of household items in a series of lockdown workshops.

Charity event promotes racial inclusion

Conversations about race between black and white residents will improve community relations, a charity is hoping. Newington Green Alliance will be hosting its “What...

Cally revamp underway