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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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Crossrail lorry drivers will have cycle training

Cycling groups have welcomed a new training programme for lorry drivers going to and from the Crossrail development. Crossrail estimates that 3,500 professional drivers will...

Curtains for cold nights

In a simple bid to reduce the borough's carbon footprint, the council is offering curtain material and sewing lessons to chilly residents. Through a series...

On the right track: The replica Canonbury railway station

Railway enthusiast reveals model replica of Canonbury station that took six years to make

Google sends flat seekers to jail

Struggling to find a flat in Islington? Google has a unique suggestion: a cell in Holloway Prison. Eagle-eyed Londoner David Burgess spotted that when you look...

Count the calories on the bonkometer

Ever wondered how many calories you burn while having sex? Thanks to one Islington resident and her lazy boyfriend, there’s now an easy way...

Nanny McPhee star launches new film at home cinema

Fans pose with Asa Butterfield, star of Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang, which premiered in Angel’s Vue Cinema this weekend. The public premiere,...

Cally revamp underway

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