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The London Cheese Project wheels into Hoxton
Calling all curd nerds: get your fill of the goud-a stuff with The Cheese Project's showcase of top makers and mongers at the Geffrye Museum this weekend.
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City election candidate investigated for treating
A spokesperson for the City of London Police confirmed the force is looking into reports of financial favours being traded in return for votes during a City election campaign.
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Golden Lane locals rally to protect trees in danger
Golden Lane residents are fighting to save seven trees slated for removal to make way for the neighbouring City of London Primary Academy Islington and housing development.
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The London Cheese Project wheels into Hoxton
Calling all curd nerds: get your fill of the goud-a stuff with The Cheese Project's showcase of top makers and mongers at the Geffrye Museum this weekend.
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What’s happening in and around the City this June
From festivals and food markets to concerts and community fundraisers, we've got your guide to the top events and activities in the City of London this month.
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Bid to mend City’s image after President’s Club scandal
The Presidents Club scandal has given birth to a new series of fundraising dinners that organisers hope will go some way to mending the City’s tarnished image.
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World War Two bomb found near Golden Lane a ‘false alarm’
Police cordoned off large sections of the Golden Lane Estate this afternoon after a World War II bomb was discovered on a building site on Fann Street.
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Light and noise pollution plagues Barbican Estate
Rising Tube noise levels and expansion plans for the City of London School for Girls topped the agenda of the Barbican Association’s AGM last month, writes resident Helen Hudson.
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New centre a Golden opportunity for arts events
A newly refurbished community centre for the Golden Lane Estate has resident Billy Mann pondering its potential as a local music and entertainment hub.
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Blackfriars office first to plug in to ultra-fast broadband
Those looking for speedy internet in the City would do well to park up on Whitefriars Street where the UK’s first ultra-fast internet connection was installed last week.
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How to start exercising more – and stick with it
If getting active was easy, everyone would do it. City physiotherapist Ashleigh Weinand shares her top tips to help you find a workout that works and stick with it.
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