Football League members for 87 unbroken years prior to their relegation into the Conference in 2008, there can be no doubting Wrexham’s status as one of the division’s big boys. By the same token, though, their status as one of the division’s great
Mitzvah Day 2014 is almost here, and the Times & Independent Series is working with organisers to encourage readers to take part in meaningful, enjoyable challenges. Teams of volunteers across north London have already begun signing up to
A fashion student’s work is on display in a shopping centre after he won a competition. Luke Hards, 23, a student at Barnet and Southgate College, won retail chain John Lewis's competition to design a dress to celebrate the company’s 150th anniversary
This summer, with bees buzzing busily in our parks and gardens, is a key time to recognise the vital role they play. Bees put food on our plates – pollinating 75 per cent of crops worldwide – keep our farms in business and our countryside thriving
I would like to respond to both Martin R Maloney (‘Don’t dismiss other views,’ Your Views, August 21) and Malcolm Glynn (‘Nation honoured lady for a reason’, Your Views, August 28). Firstly, thank you Martin for your apology. I would have also
I have twice attended the accident and emergency department at Barnet General Hospital in the past two weeks — once referred by my GP and once by the walk-in centre at Finchley Memorial Hospital. I had tried to avoid going to A&E as I know
I am writing regarding two letters printed in the Times Series (‘Sort out this housing crisis’ and ‘Don’t build on leisure space’, Your Views, August 21). There is not one line in both of these letters that I can dispute. All that is wrong
Historic paving stones on a path leading to a busy car park have been "destroyed" after cement was poured over them. The granite setts leading up to Lodge Lane, North Finchley, has been paved over – but just yards down the road outside the Tally
Barnet will look to return to winning ways when they host Wrexham at The Hive on Tuesday evening. Defeat for Halifax against Forest Green Rovers on Saturday meant the Bees were able to cling onto top spot, as Woking – the only unbeaten side in
The RSPCA is appealing for new homes for some of its animals. Southridge Animal Centre, in Packhorse Lane Ridge, Potters Bar, is looking for new owners for the pets, which include cats, dogs and rabbits. The centre is open from Monday to Saturday
Radio presenters will visit a care centre to mark the launch of a charity appeal. The Barnet Young Carers and Siblings (BYCAS) team at Barnet Carers Centre has been chosen as a beneficiary of Global Radio’s charity appeal “Make Some Noise”, which
A campaign group has been given an award for transforming a neglected patch of land into an “outstanding” park. Long Lane Pasture, in North Finchley, has achieved the outstanding level in the London in Bloom awards – the only scheme in Barnet to
A 21-year-old has been charged with the murder of a man in Hendon. Zydrunas Laurinavicius, 38, was killed by a single stab wound in Parson Street on Thursday, July 3. Stephen Lansana, of no fixed abode, was charged and appeared at Hendon Magistrates
Charities and community groups are invited to apply for donations of paint. Dulux Decorator Centre, in High Street, Potters Bar, is launching the scheme to help good causes in the area. Successful applicants will receive paint and accessories
Men and women over 55 can form a sports team to compete against people from other boroughs. Barnet Borough Council’s leisure provider, GLL, is encouraging people to join this year’s Annual Club Wellness Games. The event, on Friday, October
Children and teenagers can put some spring in their step at a trampolining club. Classes for people aged 11 to 18 take place at the Furzefield Centre, in Mutton Lane, every Saturday from 1pm to 2pm. The eight-week courses have been made possible
