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Community Safety · Kingston upon ThamesKingston Market Reopens Partially After Devastating Fire
Kingston-upon-Thames' historic 800-year-old market is partially reopening after a fire on October 6 destroyed several stalls. Eight people were evacuated during the blaze, which is believed to have started in a faulty fridge. One trader has raised nearly £14,000 to rebuild his business.
Kingston upon Thames3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 45- Latest
Family escapes North London home fire, loses all possessions
A North London family lost their home and all their possessions in a fire on September 7, 2026. The family escaped unharmed but are now relying on friends and family for accommodation.
3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 65 - Latest
Man rescued from Finsbury Park building fire
A man was rescued from the roof of a building in Finsbury Park after a fire broke out on Seven Sisters Road. Eight fire engines and 60 firefighters attended the scene, with four people taken to hospital.
2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41