Hillingdon Hospital's redevelopment has been officially approved as part of the government's New Hospitals Programme.

After losing her hearing in one ear at the age of 33, Ann Sargent faced years of struggle, isolation, and frustration. Now, she helps others

In a time when LGBTQ+ rights face increasing challenges, one woman in Hillingdon is taking a stand. Rachel Hepburn, a mental health social w

The Metropolitan Police have intensified efforts to tackle London’s growing mobile phone theft crisis, seizing over 1,000 stolen devices and

Opponents of the proposed third runway at Heathrow Airport are voicing serious concerns over its environmental impact, particularly the effe

Hillingdon Council has launched a new initiative to tackle recycling contamination by engaging primary school children in the borough. The campaign aims to educate young learners on proper recycling practices and encourage them to remind adults to dispose of waste correctly. IMAGE: LBH As part of the initiative, primary schools will receive a toolkit that includes a short educational video, interactive digital resources, quizzes, and games designed for children up to the age

record number of parents in Hillingdon faced fines last year for taking their children out of school without permission, according to newly released figures. The sharp increase in penalties has raised questions over the effectiveness of the Government’s approach to tackling unauthorised absences. Data from the Department for Education shows that 1,379 penalty notices were issued in Hillingdon during the last academic year, almost doubling the 700 issued in 2022-23. This marks

Malnourished Cats Saved from Squalor as RSPCA Battles Rising Neglect Cases The rescued cats where extremely thin and had to be shaved as their coats where to badly matted to leave them Thirteen severely malnourished Persian cats, have been rescued from an unregulated breeder after the owner signed them over to the RSPCA. The animals, now under the care of RSPCA Hillingdon, Slough, Windsor, Kingston & District Branch, were discovered to have thick, matted fur, some so severe

Harlington Tandoori, a restaurant in Harlington, has been fined over £22,000 following the discovery of a serious cockroach infestation and

Hillingdon Hospital will begin its long-awaited rebuild by 2027-2028 after being included in the government's new hospital programme. Origin

Hillingdon Council has secured a new partnership with the London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) to manage three early years centres, enhancin

As Christmas approaches, homes across the country are filled with festive treats and decorations. While the holiday season brings joy to many, it also presents hidden dangers for our furry friends. Numerous Christmas foods and items can be toxic to cats and dogs, and pet owners must stay vigilant to keep their companions safe. One of the biggest culprits during the holidays is chocolate. Found in everything from advent calendars to desserts, chocolate contains theobromine, a

The UK government’s decision to invest £20 million in live facial recognition technology for police forces has sparked widespread debate

Hillingdon Council is investing more than £3 million to replace the roofs of five schools across the borough, ensuring improved insulation and long-term energy savings. IMAGE: LBH The work began over the summer, with Whitehall Infant School in Uxbridge already completed. The remaining projects, at Newnham Infant School and Whiteheath Infant School in Ruislip, Bourne Primary School in South Ruislip, and Hayes Park School, are nearing completion. Council representatives, inclu

Despite the rain and the challenges of Storm Bert, Uxbridge's Christmas lights switch-on event was a resounding success, bringing the community together in festive cheer. Christmas angels visit Uxbridge High Street Mayor Colleen Sullivan officially illuminated the town centre, and the crowd’s excitement was evident, even as the weather remained less than ideal. Following the switch-on, a stunning fireworks display over the Chimes Shopping Centre lit up the night sky. A stunni

Hundreds of West London residents gathered outside Uxbridge Tube Station this Sunday in a passionate protest against the potential closure of the beloved Beck Theatre in Hayes. The demonstration follows a week of escalating tensions between Trafalgar Theatres, which manages the venue, and Hillingdon Borough Council, which owns the building. The dispute stems from the council's decision to withdraw its financial subsidy, leaving the theatre’s future hanging by a thread. crowd

In a major milestone for local newspaper, The Hillingdon Herald has been shortlisted for the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Award

Police have launched an urgent appeal to trace a suspect caught on camera snatching a phone from a pedestrian after mounting the pavement in

A SERIOUS INCIDENT INVOLVING A FIREARM BEING DISCHARGED TOOK PLACE THIS EVENING ( 23rd September) IN YIEWSLEY. Police are investigating a suspected firearms incident that took place on Bentinck road Yiewsley. on the evening of September 23. Officers were called to the scene at 19:23 following reports of gunshots in the area. Upon arrival, police found no injured parties or suspects at the scene. However, a vehicle was discovered to have sustained damage, and a number of shell

IMAGE: LBH Hillingdon Council has secured two closure orders this month in response to shocking incidents of anti-social behaviour, crime, and drug use at local properties. Uxbridge magistrates issued the orders under Section 80 of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. The first order, granted on August 7, targets a council-owned property in Uxbridge plagued by a string of serious problems, including a stabbing, drug dealing, noise disturbances, and fly-tipp