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Featured local business - Clubtek

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I was already a regular visitor to Clubtek’s DJ shop when it was in Penge, but now they're even handier in Stanstead Road, just a few doors down from Shannon’s Garden Centre - another old favourite. It’s by no means just for DJs and bands...

Waiting in the wings for the show to begin

May

2018

Labour, as expected, has chosen an all-female, all-BAME shortlist for the Lewisham East by-election. They are: Janet Daby, Brenda Dacres, Sakina Sheikh and Claudia Webbe.Daby and Dacres have years of local service with the Council under their belts. The Labour leadership and Lewisham Momentum prefer Webbe and Sheikh.Islington Councillor, friend of Jez and NEC member Claudia ...

Brockley Max 2018 – June 1-9

May

2018

Not long now until the Brockey Max festival. The full programme is now available to download. Organiser Moira writes:Brockley Max 2018 features an amazing mix of art, music, comedy, film and photography events alongside the hugely popular Opening Night, Brockleywood Nights and Art In The Park.We also have our very own radio station. Brockley Max ...

“Bookies’ favourite” won’t run for Lewisham East seat

May

2018

Phyll Opuku-Gyimah, the candidate widely touted to win the Labour nomination for the Lewisham East by-election, has issued a statement on Twitter saying that she will not stand. She will thus become the only person in London not running in this race.The UK Black Pride organiser had been flirting heavily with the idea on Twitter ...

Patchwork Royal Wedding

May

2018

Windsor’s local homeless charity, SHOC, has partnered with Brockley-based Patchworkit to create an alternative wedding gift list for people who want to mark the Royal Wedding by supporting those in need.You can donate a toaster, towels or a range of other gifts by clicking here.

Lewisham East – the runners and riders in a very short race

May

2018

Who are the many and who are the few? That question is set to be put to the test in the forthcoming Lewisham East byelection, which has been triggered by Heidi Alexander's resignation. The Guardian reports:"Labour party members in... Lewisham East are protesting furiously that the byelection caused by the resignation of the MP Heidi ...

A list of South East London Chartists

May

2018

Chartist Ancestors is an excellent ongoing project aiming to document participants in the Chartist movement, arguably the first modern mass working class political movement in the UK, which fought to extend the vote during the mid-19th century. As part of its work, Chartist Ancestors makes freely available a databank (excel spreadsheet) which currently includes details ...

Climb St Peter’s on June 2nd

May

2018

On Saturday, June 2nd, you will have a rare chance to climb St Peter's Church tower. The Wickham Road temple is hosting an open day as part of the Brockley Max Festival. They write:Have you ever wondered what’s behind the big red doors of St Peter’s? Come join our Open Day to explore this beautiful ...

Fortress Ashby Mews

May

2018

The gates go inRecently, a metal gate appeared without warning across the northern entrance to Ashby Mews.This entrance to the mews has been cursed by constant fly-tipping over the years and the gates are a defense measure installed by residents.I bow to no-one in my hatred for rubbish and fly-tipping and I can imagine how infuriating ...

NUNHEAD CEMETERY OPEN DAY Saturday 19th May 11am – 5pm

May

2018

The FOBLC will again be having a stall at this event organised by the Friends of Nunhead Cemetery. It's a great day, hopefully see you there!

Heidi Alexander quits MP role to be London Deputy Mayor

May

2018

Some big news from me: I have today agreed to become the Deputy Mayor (Transport) for @sadiqkhan. This is a huge job with a massive impact on the life, health and economy of London. I will be leaving Parliament after 8 incredible years. pic.twitter.com/Gz4vxJAkzx— Heidi Alexander (@heidi_mp) May 8, 2018 Heidi Alexander is standing down ...