Harvey Dorset

I am a freelance writer and journalism student at City, UoL, writing culture and sport.

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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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How can you help swifts thrive this spring?

Swift numbers are continually in decline. With the beautiful birds set to return to England in April after winter migration to Africa, Islington Now looks at how residents can help to protect the breed.

‘Norwegian magician’ leaves fans under his spell

New player Martin Ødegaard is kicking doors down in the football world.

Arsenal to support Ukraine in charity appeal

Arsenal have pledged their support to help victims of the war in Ukraine, setting up a Ukrainian supporters’ club, and donating to Save the Children’s Disaster’s Emergency Committee Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal.   

Gunners bounce back under Arteta

After a shaky start to the season, things seem to be looking up for Arsenal.

Gong bathing comes to St Luke’s Holloway

Gong bathing, a form of meditation that uses sound to focus the mind, was on offer for the first time on Monday at St Luke’s Church, Holloway.

Pleasance Theatre embraces feminist icon

The theatre's one-woman show run finished on 27 October. 

Cally revamp underway