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Multiple vehicle crash in Stanmore causes road closure and air ambulance landing

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

A serious road traffic collision happened in Harrow this afternoon at around 5:30pm, reportedly involving multiple vehicles and resulting in at least one person being seriously injured. The incident happened on The Highway, near the junction with Drummond Drive, and the area has been cordoned off by police.
Harrow community holds vigil for victims of Air India plane crash

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

Dozens of people from London’s Indian community gathered at a Hindu temple in Harrow on Saturday to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. The crash, which happened just minutes after take-off on Thursday last week, claimed the lives of 241 people on board Flight AI171. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner was en route to London Gatwick when it struck a medical college shortly after departing from Ahmedabad.
Police release image after brutal London train assault left man with two teeth knocked out

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

British Transport Police (BTP) are investigating an assault at Oxford Circus Underground Station in April have released this image in connection. A spokesperson for BTP said, “At around 3.40pm on Monday 21 April the victim was on a northbound Victoria line train when a man grabbed his spectacles and broke them. The victim protested and demanded he pay for the damage.
Beloved Stanmore shop to close after more than 30 years

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

A long-standing paint and decorating shop on Honeypot Lane will close its doors for the final time next month after serving the local community for over three decades. Designer Colours, a family-run store in Stanmore, will shut on 4 July 2025. The shop, which opened in the early 1990s, has been a familiar name for both retail and trade customers across Harrow and beyond, supplying paint, wallpaper and decorating advice for generations.
Murder investigation launched after reported 'gas explosion' in Hackney

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

Met Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman at an address in Dumont Road, Hackney. A spokesperson for the Met said, “On Tuesday, 17 June at 04:57hrs officers were called to reports of a gas explosion with a person trapped inside an address. “Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service and the London Fire Brigade. “A woman aged 46 was found inside the property with stab wounds.
Overwhelming support for plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street, Mayor confirms

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

Plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street have received strong backing from Londoners and businesses, the Mayor of London has confirmed. Following a large consultation earlier this year, around seven in ten respondents said they supported Sadiq Khan’s proposals to transform the area, with two-thirds specifically in favour of pedestrianisation.
Harrow cyclists help raise £300,000 for charity during epic 550km ride across Iraq

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

A group of cyclists, many from Harrow, have completed an extraordinary 550km journey across Iraq- raising £300,000 for charity and spreading a message of unity. The group, known as DesiRiders, included 45 cyclists from around the world. Their seven-day ride took them from Basrah in southern Iraq to Karbala, passing through towns including Chibyish, Nasriyah, Samawah and Najaf. The effort was led by Harrow residents Raza Husain, Zaheer Merali, Imran Mamdani, and Amir Zaidi.
Large police presence in Wembley park after man stabbed

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

A large police cordon was in place throughout Chalkhill Park near Wembley today (Monday, 16 June) following a stabbing incident late last night. Harrow Online visited the scene earlier this afternoon, where the entire park area remained taped off. Multiple officers were present, and police at the scene told Harrow Online they expected to remain in the area for most of the day. The incident happened shortly before 10pm on Sunday evening.
Harrow Town Centre to welcome new Indian street food outlet

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

A new Patel’s Food & Chaat is opening soon in Harrow Town Centre, taking over the unit previously occupied by Chaiiology. The shop, located next to Moons on Station Road and opposite the former Iceland building, had been home to Chaiiology for just over a year before it recently closed. An official opening date for Patel’s has not yet been announced. Patel’s, who also have a venue in Wembley, is known for its vegetarian Indian street food.
Police issue community resolution after drugs found in Harrow Weald

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

Hatch End Police have shared details of a recent incident in which drugs were found during patrols around Augustine Road in Harrow Weald. In a post on social media, a spokesperson said: “Your officers were patrolling hot spot areas around Augustine Road where drug dealing has been reported by local residents. “Officers came across a male who was smoking what smelt like cannabis. The male was searched and drugs were found.