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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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Islington buildings make architecture awards final

Two of Islington’s newer buildings have been shortlisted as regional finalists for the Civic Trust Awards.

Community centre launches Christmas appeal

Local community called on to donate items for Christmas hampers by the Hilldrop Community Centre to fill hampers for families with children, people with extra support needs, older people and those living alone.

Ocado depot next to Islington school deemed unlawful

Ocado’s plans to open a 24/7 distribution centre beside Yerbury Primary School are on hold after Islington Council revoked the site’s Certificate of Lawfulness on 14 October. The council revoked the certificate after accusing Ocado’s landlord of providing false and misleading evidence.

Cally revamp underway