Barnet Borough Times Series

The Times series consists of a collection of weekly newspapers from north London, published by Newsquest. This series features the Barnet & Potters Bar Times, Borehamwood & Elstree Times, Edgware & Mill Hill Times, and the Hendon & Finchley Times. Most of these newspapers are distributed for free, with only a limited number available for purchase. As of October 2014, the combined readership of these four publications was 72,707.

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Betting shop wins revamp bid, despite fears it 'targets young and vulnerable'

2 days ago | times-series.co.uk | Robert Collins

Barnet Council’s licensing sub-committee approved plans for a Paddy Power unit in Ballards Lane, Finchley, to make alterations to its premises. David Roberts, a licensing consultant acting on behalf of Paddy Power, told the committee it was not an application for a new betting licence, but for a review of the existing licence.
Fears over protected pub's future after new owners start building work

4 days ago | times-series.co.uk | Alex Marsh

The Midland Hotel in Station Road, Hendon, is currently shut, but work is under way to “refurbish” the building. Barnet Council has confirmed that its planning enforcement team has investigated the work, finding that no planning rules have been broken. It comes after neighbours raised concerns that the building was set to be turned into a Jewish school.
Hundreds oppose Enfield Council Pymmes Park flood defence plan

5 days ago | times-series.co.uk | Robert Collins

Pymmes Brook. Photo: LDRS More than 700 people have joined calls to stop plans for flood defence scheme in a park. Enfield Council’s watercourses team has suggested a plan to restore the “polluted” Pymmes Brook, which runs through the park, by putting back meanders - adding natural-looking bends - and possibly enabling the water to spill out more across sections of floodplain.
Harry Potter Horntail dragon makes pit-stop at King’s Cross

1 week ago | times-series.co.uk | Mike Brooke

The journey home wouldn’t be the same after encountering the monster with those nasty, gripping teeth — thanks to Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Some seemed brave enough for a selfie with the Horntail, knowing it was boxed up and those deadly claws out of harm’s way. But fans were still advised to keep their wands handy, just in case.
Warning issued to Londoners as two people die after taking 'blue pills'

1 week ago | times-series.co.uk | Emilia Kettle

Ealing Council has issued a warning to Londoners as two people have died after taking 'blue pills'. (Image: Getty Images) Londoners have been told not to take any 'blue pills' after two people died over the bank holiday weekend. According to Ealing Council, they died after taking the unidentified blue drug together in Southall, West London. Following their deaths, the council is issuing a warning to anyone who may have the drugs in possession.
The 'tool library' that could save you a fortune on your next DIY project

1 week ago | times-series.co.uk | Robert Collins

2 1/1 Enfield Council is teaming up with an environmental charity to create a ‘tool library’ to help residents save money. Instead of books, the shelves will be stocked with DIY supplies and electronic goods that can be borrowed for a set period of time.
New 20-metre telecom mast proposed for Barnet allotments

1 week ago | times-series.co.uk | holly brencher

The proposal, which includes antennas, dishes, and equipment cabinets within a fenced area in Ibsley Way, is part of ongoing infrastructure upgrades across the borough (ref: 25/2040/PNT). It is among the latest planning applications submitted to Barnet Council. Meanwhile, 63A Union Street is seeking to modify its previously approved scheme by adding a basement and side lightwell to the self-contained home (ref: 25/2060/S73).
What the most expensive pet is to insure as claims hit record £1.2bn

1 week ago | times-series.co.uk | Clare Butler

The 2024 total figure was four per cent higher than the previous 12 months and marked the third year that total payouts by members of the Association of British Insurers (ABI) topped £1 billion. The body said that members received 1.8 million claims last year, amounting to nearly 5,000 every day. It follows more people getting new pets during the coronavirus lockdown.
Rising costs 'making parenting harder' for nine out of ten families

2 weeks ago | times-series.co.uk | Mike Brooke

A study by Home-Start Barnet shows 86% of those they help may lose sleep over financial burdens — with single parents especially feeling the pinch. The charity, which supports 800 families in Barnet and neighbouring Brent and Harrow, has seen demand for its services rise by more than half in the past five years alone, which they say is a sign of mounting pressure on parents. “Many more families are coming to us for help,” chief executive Guljabeen Rahman said.
'Good' school with 'exceptionally high expectations' improves significantly

2 weeks ago | times-series.co.uk | Nathalie Raffray

Martin Lavelle, headteacher at Southgate School, with happy pupils, says Ofsted. (Image: Southgate School) A secondary school with "exceptionally high expectations" has "improved significantly" since its last inspection. Southgate School in Sussex Way, Cockfosters, was visited by the education watchdog on April 1 and 2.