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No Free Travel for Children Could Cost Councils ÂŁ10million
Mayor tells minister that move will hit poorest Londoners hardest

Hammersmith Woman's Caribbean Holiday Turns into Nightmare
Calls the response of the Foreign Office and Virgin Atlantic 'shambolic'

Three Times as Many Extreme Speeders Stopped During Lockdown
Enforcement increased to prevent collisions increasing strain on NHS

Hammersmith & Fulham Lends Half a Billion To Other Councils
Short term borrowing by local authorities has rocketed over last few years

TfL Say Public Transport Should Be Last Resort
Urge firms to keeps staff in London working from home as long as possible

Hammersmith Model Adapts to Lockdown
With her studio shoots cancelled India Harl recruits mum and dad to sustain career

Hammersmith & Fulham Rugby Youngsters Raise ÂŁ50,000 for NHS
Ball passed by players the distance between Twickenham and Murrayfield

Council Plan More Pavement Widening and Cycle Lanes
Streets being adapted with aim of making social distancing easier and travel safer

Mixed Reaction to Planned Reopening of Local Schools
Headteachers in Hammersmith & Fulham cautious about Government guidance

Nearly a Third of Covid-19 Patients Admitted to Local Hospitals Died
400 fatalities at Charing Cross, St Mary's and Hammersmith hospitals

Boris Johnson Not To Be Charged Over Arcuri Relationship
Police watchdog said it could find no evidence of a crime being committed

Jail for Burglar Who Targeted Hammersmith and Shepherd's Bush
Stole from homes in Emlyn Road, Flanchford Road and St. Peter's Square

Government Accused of TfL Power Grab
Mayor Sadiq Khan loses sole decision making power over transport policy

Mourners Upset By People Having Picnics and Barbeques
Cemeteries and crematorium see funeral processions affected by bad behaviour

Stop and Search More Than Doubles in Hammersmith & Fulham
Met say most cases relate to drug dealing and gang activity

Congestion Charge Returning This Week After TfL Bailout
Mayor says Londoners being punished by government conditions

Government Provides Last Minute Emergency Funding to TfL
ÂŁ1.6 billion given to allow transport network to operate until September

Large Quantity of Class A Drugs Seized After Ravenscourt Park Raid
Flora Gardens resident charged with supplying crack cocaine

London's 'R' Lower Than Anywhere in England
Mayor says trace and testing needs to be in place before capital reopens further

Man Accused of Murdering His Brother in Hammersmith
Yonas Haile stabbed to death in flat off Fulham Palace Road

Big Queues on Reopening of Smugglers Way Tip
Residents advised to go later in the day and check live video feed

Hammersmith's Coronavirus Death Toll Revealed
Ravenscourt Park seems to have been particularly badly hit by Covid-19

New Plans Submitted for Tallest Building in Hammersmith
Three block hotel complex by the A4 is on site of Magistratesâ Court

Tributes Paid to Hammersmith Hospital Pharmacy Technician
Football league organiser Jermaine Wright died from coronavirus

New Coronavirus Cases in H&F Down to Zero
Public Health England's daily total stays static for first time since March

Hammersmith Clinic Offering Free Covid-19 Tests to NHS Staff
Corona Test Centre charging ÂŁ175 for anyone else

Charing Cross Campaigner Dies in Hospital He Fought to Protect
Coronavirus victim Walter Harris supported efforts to save A&E department

King Street and Uxbridge Road Pavements to Be Widened
Council aiming to allow shoppers to maintain social distancing

Cheers and Applause as Charing Cross Nurse Recovers from Covid-19
Ralph Deocampo had spent 10 days in intensive care in the hospital where he works

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Brook Green Market Now Open on Wednesday and Saturday

Offering fresh organic fruit and veg while taking all necessary precautions

Forthcoming Roadworks in Hammersmith

Delays in store on Fulham Palace and Shepherd's Bush Roads

Forthcoming Transport Disruption in Hammersmith

Changes to tube and rail services during the crisis

Riverside Studios Launches Virtual Riverside

Programme of free online films and community events during lockdown

H&F Citizens Advice Bureau Are Still Here to Help

Local people urged to phone or email if they need advice and support

Thames Path Restrictions on Cyclists and Joggers Extended

Banned during the day between Putney Bridge and Chiswick Mall

Online Charity Quizzes Hosted by Stephen Fry and Jo Brand

Join the fun in May and support Riverside Studios and Imperial Health Charity

How to Contact H&F Council During the Crisis

Customers advised to use phone or email after closure of King Street Service Centre

Residents Offered Free Home Workouts and Fitness Classes

App for members of H&F's three Better leisure centres now open to all

Have You Explored H&F Libraries' Online Resources?

Discover e-books, audio books, courses, learning for kids and much more

Council Reopens Parks in Hammersmith & Fulham

Opened on 'trial basis' with social distancing laws to be enforced

H&F Extinction Rebellion's Weekly Meetings Go Virtual

Get involved online every Tuesday and give your views on the New Normal

Priority Shopping Hours in Supermarkets and Foodstores

Find the times reserved for the elderly, NHS staff and social care workers

Hammersmith Hospitalâs Urgent Treatment Centre Closed

Patients redirected to Charing Cross in Fulham Palace Road

Hammersmith's Waste and Recycling Centre Closed to Public

Residents asked to minimise waste, home compost and avoid contamination

H&F People's Theatre Company Hits Fundraising Target

Local groups and individuals invited to take on roles in upcoming stage production

Snowshoes or Sandals?
Find out in our weather forecast for Hammersmith

What's on in Hammersmith
A fuller listing of events in the local area

Leisure

Charles Rake NEAC

A virtual exhibition of suburban and rural scenes at The Russell Gallery

Turning Fitness On Its Head

Too busy to exercise? Don't like gyms? Then fit20 could be the solution for youâŚ

Hammersmith Pub Adapts to Lockdown

The Thatched House turns into grocery store and flower market

IKEA To Open Store in Hammersmith

Taking over Kings Mall with a new format for Swedish furniture chain

Residents Invited to Become Friends of Olympia London

New scheme will offer priority bookings and exclusive discounts

Property

Property Market Stays Subdued as Agents Await 'Boris Bounce'

But Hammersmith's pint sized flats prove popular with investors and first time buyers

ÂŁ89 Million King Street Regeneration Budget Approved

Council plans to borrow to fund part of town hall redevelopment

Community

Olympia London Taken Over by Foodbank and Community Volunteers

Providing 'massive increase' in food support for residents in need

Brackenbury Pupils Create Messages of Love to NHS and Key Workers

Dalling Road primary aims to display rainbows in every window

Hotline Launched by Council to Support Vulnerable Residents

People who need help, or friends and family urged to get in touch

Royal Trinity Hospice Launches Urgent Appeal

Funds needed after closure of 32 charity shops including four in H&F

Hammersmith and Fulham's Community Comes Together

Neighbours join forced to help those who are vulnerable during the crisis

H&F Council Seek To Mobilise Volunteer Army

Fit and able residents urged to join community action network to help the vulnerable

Beware of Covid-19 Scammers

Check before clicking link to unsolicited mail or ordering online

H&F Foodbank Promises to Stay Open During Crisis

And appeals to local community to keep donating much needed food

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Hammersmith Bridge: modern engineering vs English Heritage

Poppy's restaurant in Brackenbury Rd

Free chairs available!

Volunteer! Read with children

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