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About Clare Hill

Clare is a writer and editor who lived in King’s Cross for a decade. She is passionate about local history, transport and food. Contact Clare by commenting on her posts or go to http://www.clarehill.net

Conference to look at making food growing projects viable

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Clare Hill

Local Action on Food and London Food Link (sustainable food networks based in Angel) have organised a national conference which will explore methods and models for community food growing projects to generate income and become economically viable. King's Cross is … Continue reading →

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The People’s Supermarket opens in Bloomsbury

Posted on June 1, 2010 by Clare Hill

Alright, it's not in King's Cross, but not far off, and worth a special note for uniqueness. The People's Supermarket is a co-operatively owned social enterprise — a 'conventional' supermarket (scaled down a little) selling everyday grocery items and staffed … Continue reading →

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Camden returns to Labour control

Posted on May 8, 2010 by Clare Hill

Results in Camden Council have mirrored those in Islington, it's Labour all over in King's Cross and beyond. In King's Cross ward Abdul Hai and Jonathan Simpson have retained their seats, and Sarah Hayward is the new Labour kid on … Continue reading →

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Labour hold in Holborn and St Pancras

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Clare Hill

Labour's Frank Dobson has again retained his seat in Holborn and St Pancras. He has been in place since 1979. He returns with a slightly increased majority, albeit with a 0.4% swing from Labour to the Liberal Democrats.  A vote … Continue reading →

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Architecture practice to hold street party

Posted on April 19, 2010 by Clare Hill

Squire and Partners Architects, of Wicklow Street WC1, have announced an 'urban street party' in 'Wicklow Village' for Thursday 1 July. The event is part of the London Festival of Architecture, 19 June to 4 July. I can't trace the … Continue reading →

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Voting in King’s Cross — South of Euston Road and Camden supplement

Posted on April 7, 2010 by Clare Hill

Swot up for 6 May, now that it's been announced. King's Cross also takes in the parliamentary constituency of Holborn & St Pancras. It's famously (or infamously?) a Labour stronghold, but the stats show a reduction in Labour's lead over … Continue reading →

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UK’s first vegan shop opens in King’s Cross

Posted on April 6, 2010 by Clare Hill

That’s what that big mysterious 'V’ at 73 Caledonian Road is about. Vx (V-cross) sells groceries, clothes, hot and cold drinks and cakes of the animal-free and dairy-free persuasion. According to the proprietor, it’s the only vegan walk-in shop in … Continue reading →

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Another new foodie destination for King’s Cross Road

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Clare Hill

Yesterday I stumbled upon Niven's, at no. 157. It's a petite lunch bar with a communal table at the back and a small range of comestibles in pretty packaging. There were gourmet salads, hot food and baked treats on offer; … Continue reading →

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