JP McGrath

JP McGrath is a MA student journalist at City, University of London reporting in the heart of Mildmay, Islington. JP has worked with two universities in the US covering their athletics programs. With a particular passion for sports, JP has worked as an NFL analyst and spent a week on the Times newspaper sports desk.

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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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A novice’s guide to Guinness in Islington 

Here is the full guide to find the greatest Guinness in Islington.

Arteta schools Maresca in the battle of Pep’s proteges  

In a battle of former Pep Guardiola assistants, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal edged out Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea 1-0, ending the Gunners’ three-game winless league run.  

Arsenal stars on international duty: Full list of players in action next week 

It is a busy international break for Arsenal fans.

How to watch Arsenal v PSV in the Champions League

Arsenal will hope to book their place in the quarter finals of the Champions League as they take on PSV Eindhoven at the Emirates...

Champions League or bust for Arsenal?

What a difference a week makes in football.  Seven days ago, Arsenal were basking in the glow of a record-setting 7-1 win over PSV Eindhoven,...

‘That’ll be the death of me’: Mildmay pub fears potential beer duty hike

The Weaver’s Arms in Mildmay fears for the worst amid suggestions of the government increasing beer duty in the October budget.  Pat Kavanagh, landlord of...

Cally revamp underway