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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.
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The Islington pub where Joy Division played for 75p to host 1970s punk and rock stars

This week 41 years ago, Joy Division played an iconic Islington pub for 75p. Now the Hope and Anchor are hoping to reignite their...

Islington Top 4 St Patrick’s Day pubs and clubs

Despite Dublin cancelling its St Patrick’s Day parade this weekend here are 4 places in Islington you can celebrate.

Black History Month launches at Islington library

Immersive theatre performance begins month of themed events.

Our review of vegetarian restaurant Ceremony

The acclaimed vegetarian restaurant is shutting its doors at the end of this month. We review the vegetarian restaurant.

Controversial architect’s building up for award

Out of 200 London-based projects that were entered for the Royal Institute of British Architects London Awards, 168 Upper Street was one of 83 buildings shortlisted.

Ocean Flaws play Hoxton – beer, sweat and a cosmic buzz

Fluorescent lights, the smell of lager-breath and sweat dripping down the walls. This dingy basement bar in Hoxton provides the perfect setting for Brentwood-based...

Cally revamp underway

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