Ezekiel Bertrand

United Kingdom

Reporter at Newsquest

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'My Sutton cat adored by millions is up for a national award'

5 days ago | yourlocalguardian.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

Sally McDonald adopted Callie in April 2023, and an Instagram account was set up for her, which now has nearly 140,000 followers. The calico cat has been shortlisted in the National Cat Awards in the Connected Cats category. Sally said: “I started Callie’s Instagram account three weeks after getting her. “I love taking photos, and it didn’t take long for me to see how photogenic she was, and how special her character was. “That just shone through in the photos and videos.
The secret dog-friendly cafe hidden in the middle of a north London wood

6 days ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

It was my first time visiting Highgate, and my Surrey instinct immediately kicked in, craving a green space. I wanted somewhere quiet and leafy to counter the dense and residential feel that greeted me when I stepped out of the station. Forest walks are nothing out of the ordinary for me, but during my exploration of Queen’s Wood, I found something entirely unexpected. Hidden among the trees was a proper café. Queen’s Wood Café sits discreetly at the edge of the wood.
The north London pub with quiz nights, a beer garden and a theatre upstairs

1 week ago | thisislocallondon.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

After endless uphill trekking, I felt like I’d finally reached the top of the world, or at least the top of the village, when I walked into The Gatehouse. It was there that I met assistant managers James and Daniel, who told me that The Gatehouse used to be a Wetherspoon pub up until 2016, and the Spoons legacy was clear to see in the bar and wooden surfaces. Daniel told me: “There are 10 pubs here at Highgate Village, but The Gatehouse forever stands out.
Bexley named the 'unhappiest place to live' in south east London

1 week ago | newsshopper.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

Every year, Rightmove asks thousands of people across Great Britain about their feelings toward where they live, covering factors such as community pride, safety, and overall satisfaction. This year’s study was completed by over 35,000 residents, providing a broad and representative picture of local happiness levels across the country.
All Southern trains to East Croydon, Crystal Palace, and London Bridge cancelled

1 week ago | yourlocalguardian.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

The changes are due to engineering work and will affect trains on Saturday and Sunday (June 21 to June 22). We have outlined and simplified the details so you can plan your journey this weekend. Saturday and Sunday (June 21 and June 22): Engineering work is taking place between London Blackfriars and East Croydon or Crystal Palace, closing all lines via Sydenham. No trains will run between London Bridge and East Croydon or Crystal Palace via Sydenham all weekend.
Engineering work at Lewisham to cancel several Southeastern trains this weekend

1 week ago | newsshopper.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

The disruption will affect services on Sunday only (June 22). Services will resume as normal on Saturday (June 21). We’ve broken down the changes so you can plan. Sunday (June 22): All lines via Bexleyheath will be closed all weekend due to the works between Lewisham and Dartford. No trains will run between London Victoria and Dartford. Services between London Cannon Street and Slade Green via Bexleyheath will be diverted to run via Sidcup and will not stop at Lewisham.
Hour-by-hour weekend weather as London set to be hotter than Ibiza

1 week ago | newsshopper.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

This is estimated to be hotter than Ibiza, which is forecast to have highs of 27 °C The Met Office and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) have issued an amber heat-health alert (HHA) for all regions of England, including London. Sunny conditions will last for much of the weekend, with some clouds at certain hours of the day. The Met Office reported that Thursday (June 19) was the hottest day of 2025, with temperatures having reached 32.2C in Kew and Heathrow.
Costa del Croydon rooftop beach set to return this August

1 week ago | yourlocalguardian.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

Costa Del Croydon debuted last August, offering a seaside experience on the rooftop of the Centrale centre’s multi-storey car park throughout the summer. The beach experience will return this summer after a successful run last year. From August 1, Costa del Croydon will once again bring sun, sand, and seaside fun to Centrale’s multi-storey rooftop, aiming to create an unforgettable summer experience for families.
Sutton Community Farm's campaign as it hits ‘critical’ financial crisis

1 week ago | yourlocalguardian.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

Sutton Community Farm, London’s only community-owned organic farm, first opened in 2010, and for 15 years, it has provided residents with fresh produce. The farm on Telegraph Track in Wallington has launched a crowdfunding campaign after the farm learned it had not secured the entirety of a crucial business loan. Digital Marketing Associate Lauren Powers told Your Local Guardian: “We’ve been growing fruit and vegetables and nurturing the community for the last 15 years.
Aldi branch in Tooting set to close this September

1 week ago | yourlocalguardian.co.uk | Ezekiel Bertrand

This week, Aldi announced that its Tooting branch on the High Street would be closing its doors permanently this September. The reason for the closure is that its lease on the property will end. A specific closing date has not yet been announced. Shoppers will still be able to shop at nearby stores, such as the Wimbledon branch at Wimbledon Bridge, the Colliers Wood branch or the Balham branch.