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We are glad we can offer free hot water bottles again this winter to anyone who needs to keep warm and keep their heating costs low.

Older residents in the New Cross Gate area are being targeted by local thefts and scams. This article shares real incidents and practical advice to help people stay safe at home, recognise suspicious behaviour, and avoid phone, email and doorstep scams. The aim is to raise awareness, not fear, and to encourage neighbours to look out for one another.

Reading from an early age plays a powerful role in supporting children’s development and life chances. Children don’t need to be able to read to benefit from books – looking at pictures, talking about stories, and sharing time together all build vital pre-reading skills. Free public libraries near New Cross Gate make it easy for families to access books, support learning, and enjoy reading together.