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Here's what's happening around Harrow:

• Chess Prodigy: Bodhana Sivanandan, at just nine years old, has joined England’s Chess Olympiad team. Celebrate her incredible achievement and follow her journey.

• Air Pollution Crisis: Thousands of London children are hospitalized for breathing issues linked to air pollution. Learn more about the crisis and what's being done to address it.

🚨 Crime:

• Wealdstone Drugs Raid: Police have arrested a suspect in a drugs raid in Wealdstone and seized a dangerous dog. Stay informed about the latest safety measures.

🥳 Real Estate:

• House Prices: Discover the house price differences between South and North Harrow. Get insights into the local property market.

• Postcode Prices: Find out London’s cheapest and most expensive postcodes. Make informed decisions if you’re planning to buy or sell property.

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Bodhana Sivanandan Joins England’s Chess Olympiad Team at Nine

Bodhana Sivanandan, a nine-year-old from Harrow, has become the youngest person to join England’s Chess Olympiad team. She will compete in Budapest this September, following several international chess victories.

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Thousands of London Children Hospitalized for Breathing Issues Linked to Air Pollution

Thousands of children under five were admitted to London hospitals for breathing issues in 2023. Campaigners and doctors link these health problems to air pollution, calling for stricter pollution controls.

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Police Arrest Suspect in Wealdstone Drugs Raid, Seize Dangerous Dog

A drugs raid in Wealdstone led to the arrest of a suspect for possession of Class A and B drugs and the seizure of a dangerous dog. The police operation followed an intelligence-led investigation.

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House Price Differences Between South and North Harrow

South Harrow's average property price is £449,362, with detached houses at £693,813. North Harrow averages £568,492, with detached houses at £789,714. The market remains static, showing significant price differences between areas.

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Discover London’s Cheapest and Most Expensive Postcodes

A new interactive map reveals the average house prices in every London postcode. The cheapest area is Thamesmead (SE28) with homes averaging £337,402, while Mayfair (W1K) is the most expensive at £5,481,722. The map provides insights into property values across the city, helping buyers and investors make informed decisions.

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Trivia Question

What notable architectural feature was first introduced at Sudbury Town tube station and later copied by other architects for London Transport?

1. Art Deco design

2. Tudor-style buildings

3. Sudbury box design

4. Gothic architecture

Answer: 3. Sudbury box design

The "Sudbury box" was a simple, efficiently designed architectural style introduced at Sudbury Town tube station. This design, characterized by a rectangular structure, was created by Charles Holden and first used when the station opened in 1931. The style was subsequently adopted for other London Transport buildings due to its practicality and aesthetic appeal​​​​

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