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Hugh Grant Returns to H&F's Big Christmas Day Lunch
Actor volunteers to help out at festive meal for the elderly

MBE for DadsHouse Founder Billy McGranaghan
Awarded for supporting vulnerable families in Hammersmith & Fulham

Sacred Heart Launches Appeal to Save Rare Organ
Over a quarter of a million needed to restore unique instrument

Leon Closes Restaurant in Hammersmith Broadway
As fast food chain shuts its 'most unprofitable' outlets

Serial Rapist Who First Struck in Hammersmith Dies
Carl Royal was jailed for life after attacks in the mid-nineties

Reeves and Khan Clash Over Local Transport Funding
Mayor angry over lack of cash for Hammersmith Bridge and West London Orbital

Faults Found in Councilâs Provision for Deaf People
Failed to provide man with sign language interpreter

Mari Deli Claims Overwhelming Support for Chiswick Mall Parklet
Residents' association says those living closest remain concerned

Bus Users Say Strikes Had Impact in Run Up to Christmas
Journey times increased despite availability of alternative services

Woman Given Six Month Ban from Council Offices
Una-Jane Winfield ran towards leader at end of public meeting

Le Petit Citron Expands with New Fulham Site
Emily and Lawrence Hartley launch La Bouffe on Wandsworth Bridge Road

Barons Court to Face Rotating Platform Closures
Access to tube station will be limited during refurbishment

Mayor Urged to Act to Secure Car Clubs' Future
Letter says he must ensure their continued viability in London

New Mildmay Line Operator Pledges to Boost Peak Service
First Rail taking over London Overground franchise next May

Festive Events Provide Respite from More Serious Matters
Report back from Andy Slaughter, MP for Hammersmith and Chiswick

Poundland Announces Closure of King Street Branch
Outletâs last day of trading expected to be Christmas Eve

West London Free Named as Country's Best Comprehensive
Local schools shine in Sunday Times Rankings

The Mum Club Launches in Hammersmith & Fulham
A new social space for local mothers

Hammersmith Entrepreneur Wins 'Social Star' Award
Daisy Kelly is the founder of beauty brand Glow For It

Major Upgrade for Hammersmith Bridge Lanterns
19 th century lighting refitted with LED bulbs for energy efficiency

Council's Poor Communication Causes Anxiety for Abuse Victim
Directed by watchdog to apologise and pay compensatio

MINISO Opens in Hammersmith Broadway Shopping Centre
Store combines playful design and affordable products

The Bhavan Says Parking Restrictions Could Threaten its Future
Indian cultural centreâs legal challenge fails

New Rain Gardens Bring Flood Protection
Planted by Hammersmith Community Gardens Association members

Crisis Launches New Format Store on King Street
Dropshop discounts donations unsold at the charity's other shops

Man Jailed for Life for Murder of Victoria Adams
Judge says that her killer betrayed her 'kindness and good nature'

Brasserie Blanc to Close Fulham Reach Restaurant
Riverside venue has been at the location for eight years

Residents React Positively to Hammersmith Tunnel Plan
Little love for the flyover but concern about potential disruption

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Calendar

Give A Book for Christmas

Local author C S Fiore-Krasnic's second book is now available to purchase

Start the Year with a Free Guided Walk in Hammersith

And learn more about our area's fascinating history

Emery Walker's House Marks 175th Anniversary

A year-long programme of events is planned

New Round of Bus Strikes Affecting Local Services

Routes affected ahead of Christmas include numbers 218, 295 and 23

Recycling and Rubbish Collection Dates over the Holidays

Garden waste paused but Christmas trees can be left out

Dr Paul Roberts to Give Talk on Sicily's Ancient Splendours

Arts Society Chiswick's first lecture in its 2026 programme

Transport Disruption Ahead in Hammersmith

Engineering work and strikes affecting tube and rail services

Olympia Announces Venue's Festive Programme

Seasonal events taking place ahead of 140th anniversary

The 'Hammersmith Express' is Back on Broadway

Amazing illuminated Christmas train returns to shopping centre

Practically Magic: William Morris at Home in Hammersmith

New exhibition explores the designer's life and legacy

Leisure

Celebrate the Magic of Christmas at Samâs

From sparkling riverside dinners and lively parties to thoughtful hampers and gifts

The Black Bull to Reopen After Seven Year Absence

Councillors grant licence despite residents' concerns

Third Branch of Bridge Baker Now Open Near Olympia

Popular Fulham cafe moves north for new launch

Rebrand for the Cinema at the Riverside Studios

Venue has been relaunched as the Hammersmith Cinema

Greek Runner Statue Fundraiser Beats its Target

Over ÂŁ13,000 raised to restore St Peter's Square landmark

Local Restaurant Voted as London's Second Favourite

Sam's Riverside ranks highly in the Harden's annual survey

Wetherspoons Closes King Street Pub

The Plough and Harrow has been up for sale for over a year

Base Face Pizza Closes King Street Branch

Chain's first venue was opened there by musician during pandemic

Property

14-storey Tower Block Proposed Next to Hammersmith Gyratory

Queen Caroline Street building would contain 179 rooms for students

Approval Given for Ravenscourt Park Hospital Redevelopment

Plans include 140 flats, community spaces and a 65-bed care home

Changes to Lucien Pissarro's Former Residence Backed

Planners recommend retention of front boundary wall

M&S Ten Storey King Street Scheme 'Needs Wholesale Improvement'

Hammersmith Society objects to plans after new images show true impact

Community

Former Slaves Given Hammersmith Blue Plaque

Ellen and William Craft honoured at former Cambridge Grove Home

A Teenager Witnessing D-Day from Glenthorne Road

Doris Nash was unaware how close she was to the planning of the operation

Chick 'Cocky' Knight's Hammersmith Bridge Heroics Finally Recognised

Mayor honours former wrestler who saved two people from drowning

Forum

Volunteer! Read with children

Hammersmith Bridge: modern engineering vs English Heritage

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