[last updated Aug 25th 1.30pm] [Aug 26th: more details emerge: http://www.westhampsteadlife.com/2013/08/sabrina-moss-arrested-man-also-shot-0203.html] Two 24-year-old women were shot on Kilburn High Road in the early hours of Saturday morning, one fatally. The incident took place outside Woody Grill near Gascony Avenue. The … Continue reading →
Picasso’s – West Hampstead’s short-lived and misnamed pizzeria – is rumoured to be becoming another pizzeria. If true, probably a bad idea. Whenever a retail or restaurant unit becomes available, the clamour begins as everyone says what they’d like to … Continue reading →
West Hampstead Square, the Ballymore development on West End Lane, is still in the site clearance phase. The trees on the site will be removed very soon, but at least one group of residents wonders whether such drastic measures are … Continue reading →
It’s not clear whether Abercorn School wants to move into Fortune Green or not – what is clear is that a large number of locals are opposed to the idea. Camden’s Kilburn ward will be getting support and funding as … Continue reading →
It’s been several months since Abercorn School announced it was interested in moving into the vacant ground-floor unit at Alfred Court – a formal application has been submitted, but is this just a backup plan? The private school based in … Continue reading →
Local cycling enthusiast Eugene has had a great idea that will get you fit and raise money for The Winch. Let me hand over so he can tell you all about it. The weekend before last, I took part in … Continue reading →
There was some debate about the prevalence of estate agent signs in the area. I ran a poll that showed 83% think they are eyesores, and 17% “helpful”. St James’ Church was finally officially awarded the contract for the Post … Continue reading →
After several weeks of anticipation (actually only six, though it’s somehow felt like more), Mamacita, the new Mexican restaurant on West End Lane, finally opened yesterday evening. I was fortunate enough to be the first person through the door, greeted … Continue reading →
Whether or not you’re a fan of the West Hampstead Square development, it’s already well underway. Some of you have been into the marketing suite, which showcases the fixtures and fittings of the apartments (vintage, despite the modern architecture), and … Continue reading →
This month sees the return of the ever-popular Whampbooks lock-in; the fifth edition no less. What is this event? I hear you cry. It’s a chance to browse and stock up on some holiday reading at the lovely West End … Continue reading →
