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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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Zimmers are rocking back the years

The Zimmers are the world's oldest rock band, with a combined age of around 3000. Since they formed in 2007, they have toured all over...

Arts manager to swim 100 miles for Haiti

An arts manager has set herself the challenge of swimming 100 miles to raise £3,000 for the Haiti earthquake appeal. Jeanette Bain-Burnett, 31, who runs...

LIVE: North Area Committee Meeting

Soraya Kishtwari reports live from Islington's North Area Committee meeting.

Disabled woman convincted after struggle with four police officers

It took four police officers to control a disabled woman after she became violent and abusive. The fracas took place at 2am in an...

Sadler’s Wells: Celebrating seven years of flamenco

Sadler's Wells flamenco festival has developed a reputation for showcasing some of Spain's most gifted flamenco artists. While there was no shortage of...

Cally revamp underway