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Fairtrade Fortnight celebrations in Royal Greenwich
Published on Monday, 20 February 2012 in Leisure and culture news
A number of events across the Royal Borough will help to promote a fair deal for traders.
Schools get 2012 opening ceremony chance
Published on Wednesday, 22 February 2012 in Education and learning news
Four Royal Greenwich schools have secured a once in a lifetime chance to feature in the 2012 Olympics opening ceremony.
Residents plant silver birch for green scheme
Published on Wednesday, 22 February 2012 in Greenwich 2012 news
Little Heath Lodge residents have planted a silver birch tree in their community garden as part of the London 2012 green initiative.
Share your Valentine's message on the Woolwich Big Screen
Published on Thursday, 09 February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Residents can see their message broadcast to London 2012 Live Sites across the UK.
Royal Borough covenant seals bond with Armed Forces
Published on Wednesday, 08 February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
A special covenant was signed after the King's Troop arrived in Woolwich.
Woolwich welcomes the King’s Troop Royal Artillery to their new home
Published on Tuesday, 07 February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
The Troop rode through town to mark their move to Napier Lines.
Winter weather updates
Published on Sunday, 05 February 2012 in Education and learning news
Most schools in Royal Greenwich are currently open this week. If headteachers take the decision to close during the current cold weather snap, we will update the information here.
Spectacular Greenwich finale for Royal status events
Published on Thursday, 02 February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
A waterfront firework display set to music will close Royal Borough celebrations.
Historic Eltham venues join Royal Borough celebrations
Published on Thursday, 02 February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
Costumed performers, music and fireworks mark historic weekend in Eltham.
Fireworks, music and film light up Woolwich for Royal celebration
Published on Thursday, 02 February 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
A spectacular celebration on Friday will mark Greenwich's new Royal Borough status.
Docklands railway gets Olympics upgrade
Published on Wednesday, 01 February 2012 in Transport and streets news
Longer trains and more frequent services have been launched ahead of the Olympics.
The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery arrives in Woolwich
Published on Friday, 27 January 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
On Tuesday, residents are invited to welcome the King's Troop to their new Woolwich home.
Working Tax Credit changes for couples with children
Published on Friday, 27 January 2012 in Advice and benefits news
From April 2012 couples with children will need to work for 24 hours a week between them (with one working at least 16 hours) to get Working Tax Credit (WTC). Make sure you don't miss out.
Schools get in the Royal mood
Published on Monday, 23 January 2012 in Education and learning news
Royal excitement is hotting up in the borough's schools, as pupils research Royal or Commonwealth connections for their school, neighbourhood and borough.
Record £54,000 fine and ban for owners of 'disgraceful' restaurant
Published on Friday, 20 January 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
The owners of Peninsula Chinese Restaurant displayed a disregard for food hygiene.
London 2012 recruitment event
Published on Friday, 20 January 2012 in Greenwich 2012 community news
Come to a free recruitment event to learn about paid roles available during the 2012 Games.
Games-time traffic drop-in sessions in Woolwich and North Greenwich
Published on Friday, 20 January 2012 in Greenwich 2012 community news
Residents can learn about plans for parking and traffic management during the Games.
Business session on Games-time transport plans
Published on Friday, 13 January 2012 in Greenwich 2012 business news
The Council is encouraging businesses to attend a presentation with 2012 organisers.
Last chance to carry Paralympic flame in torch relay
Published on Friday, 13 January 2012 in Greenwich 2012 news
Time is running out to nominate someone to carry the Paralympic Flame in 2012
Jobs for locals as GLL wins 2012 venue contract
Published on Tuesday, 10 January 2012 in Greenwich 2012 news
GLL will operate the Aquatics Centre and Multi-use Arena after the 2012 Games.
Greenwich to become Royal Borough
Published on Monday, 09 January 2012 in Council - news and information releases news
The people of Greenwich will have the chance to join in the celebrations when we formally become a Royal Borough on 3 February.
Free advice to quit smoking at NHS roadshow
Published on Thursday, 05 January 2012 in Addictions news
Quit smoking for good with free support this January to March at the stop smoking roadshow.
Lawrence verdict: Council Leader pays tribute to Stephen's parents
Published on Tuesday, 03 January 2012 in Council news news
Cllr Chris Roberts has spoken of his relief at justice for Stephen Lawrence's family.
Greenwich primary schools rated in top 25 per cent
Published on Tuesday, 03 January 2012 in Council news news
Improved results in achievement tests have boosted pupils' success in Greenwich.
Woolwich foot tunnel re-opens as works continue
Published on Tuesday, 20 December 2011 in Walking news
The Woolwich foot tunnel re-opened at 6am on Wednesday, 21 December.
Greenwich schools excel again
Published on Tuesday, 20 December 2011 in Education and learning news
Improved results in primary school achievement tests have placed Greenwich in the top quarter of UK local authorities.
Greenwich Council and Sundance London announce film competition
Published on Friday, 16 December 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Greenwich Council has teamed up with Sundance London and Ravensbourne to launch a short-film competition.
Rediscover Woolwich and Eltham this Christmas
Published on Friday, 09 December 2011 in Leisure and culture news
Join in the festivities in Woolwich and Eltham and shop locally to find great gifts.
NHS reminder to get winter flu jabs
Published on Thursday, 08 December 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
People with certain health conditions can help protect themselves against seasonal flu viruses by claiming a free jab.
Rugby star helps children get into Paralympic spirit
Published on Wednesday, 07 December 2011 in Council - news and information releases news
Paralympic rugby star Andy Barrow helped children from Charlton to get into the Paralympic spirit when he joined them for an inclusive sports day.