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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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Everybody loves Dave: Beloved Islington councillor steps down after 10 years 

The departure of David Poyser, who has been praised for being so present and impactful in his ward Hillrise, was announced this week.

Islington women can do it all!

This year, Islington Now has chosen to celebrate these Islington women in the wake of International Women's Day last Friday. Marina Easty   Marina Easty is...

‘It’s like I’ve won for the first time’, says fourth-time winner of Best Takeaway in London award, Hakan Topkaya 

A popular local kebab shop has once again been crowned the Best Takeaway in London at the British Kebab Awards. Hakan Topkaya, takeaway manager...

Six best pubs in Islington with beer gardens  

Spring is right around the corner. As the weather warms up and flowers begin to bloom, here’s a list of pubs in Islington with...

“Black history is British history”: Holloway teacher revamps school curriculum

A Holloway primary school teacher has modernised her school’s curriculum to include more lessons on black history. 

Pleasance Theatre opens its doors to locals 

A Holloway theatre offers a warm space as a way of supporting the community amidst the cost-of-living crisis.   The Pleasance Theatre on North Road is...

Cally revamp underway