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Good morning to all our Think Local Harrow friends! In today’s health and wellness-focused issue, we spotlight Kenton residents rallying for pedestrian safety, unveil new public park plans for Perivale, and serve up a chef’s guide tailored for those managing Type 2 Diabetes.

Also included are our carefully selected list of today's events, the reveal of yesterday's trivia answer, and a thought-provoking message to inspire your day. Dive into today's edition and enjoy every piece!

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10th April

• Mobile Services : Nailz by Penelope - Mobile Services : Nailz by Penelope

• Wednesday Wander - Bird Watching - Wednesday Wander - Bird Watching

• Unleash the Rhythm : Rhythm & Poetry (RAP) Workshops at Spine Festival - Kingsbury Library

• Womens Sauna & Gym Entry - Wembley Fitness

• Eid in the Barn 2024 | West London Peace Project - Ruislip

• Treasure and Rhymes for Babies - Colindale Library

• Watford Product Walks - Cassiobury Park Bandstand

• Den Building And Craft - Colne Valley Regional Park

• We Make Footballers Watford Easter Football Development Camp - Rickmansworth School

• Sock Bunny Recycling Craft (No Sew) @ Cassiobury Park

• Art in the Park - Croxley Green, Watford

• Hillingdon Volunteering - Frays Island and Mabeys Meadow

• Pennywort Pull: Frays Island Nature Reserve - West Drayton

Kenton's Hazardous Junction: A Community Pleads for Pedestrian Protections

Brent's St. Gregory's Catholic Science College community is rallying for safety improvements at a dangerous junction in Kenton, following 15 accidents in five years. Parents and local residents are petitioning for pelican crossings to ensure safer travel options for children. Despite funding and logistical challenges, the council is engaging with TfL to prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety, acknowledging the necessity of encouraging active travel among students.

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Green Transformation: Perivale Golf Course Set for Public Park Makeover

Ealing Council plans to transform the Perivale Park Golf Course into a public park, opening up 21 hectares of green space to the wider community. This decision, supported by a majority in a local consultation, aims to make better use of the land and is part of a larger initiative to increase public parks and green spaces in West London.

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Beyond Sugar: A Chef’s Guide to Eating Well with Type 2 Diabetes

After Giancarlo Caldesi was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, he and his wife Katie embarked on a low-carb diet journey, leading to his remission. Katie Caldesi's insights reveal the importance of understanding food's role in managing diabetes, advocating for a balanced approach that includes using non-starchy vegetables as alternatives and allowing for moderation rather than restriction.

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Trivia Answer

What historic mansion in Ickenham, mentioned in records as early as the 14th century and rebuilt in 1638, is known for its Jacobean architecture?

1. Manor Farm

2. Swakeleys House

3. Ickenham Hall

4. Milton Farm

Correct Answer: 2. Swakeleys House​​

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