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fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Five south London towns that used to be part of Surrey

The London Government Act of 1963 redefined areas, creating 32 London boroughs and transforming towns like Sutton and Croydon from Surrey to London.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Want an iconic Brooklyn street sign? Fuhgeddaboudit!

The popular 'Leaving Brooklyn - Fuhgeddaboudit' signs sold out quickly after their release, highlighting the love New Yorkers have for local culture.
#belonging
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Tell us: When did you officially feel like a 'local' in L.A.?

Becoming a local in L.A. involves community, familiarity with neighborhoods, and shared experiences.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Bexley residents love where they live and reject the miserable' label

The annual survey highlights Bexley residents' satisfaction with their strong sense of community and belonging despite shortcomings in recognizing their local pride.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Tell us: When did you officially feel like a 'local' in L.A.?

Becoming a local in L.A. involves community, familiarity with neighborhoods, and shared experiences.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Why Bexley residents love where they live and reject the miserable' label

The annual survey highlights Bexley residents' satisfaction with their strong sense of community and belonging despite shortcomings in recognizing their local pride.
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Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'We are Chelsea B team' - why Strasbourg fans are in civil war

Racing Club Strasbourg faces internal conflict after a controversial takeover by BlueCo, stressing local identity amidst ambitions for football success.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Readers wade in on debate about whether Hornchurch is London or Essex

Hornchurch is historically linked to Essex, but officially recognized as part of London since the 1963 Act.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Design

Global Architects, Local Contexts: Navigating Identity in the Gulf's Cultural Landmarks

The Gulf region is redefining architecture by blending global influences with local landscapes and traditions.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Historic Ye Olde Swiss Cottage pub calls time

The historic Ye Olde Swiss Cottage pub in London has closed after nearly 200 years, sparking concern over community identity and local pub culture.
fromArchDaily
3 months ago
Design

The Case for Local Modernism in Cairo: Egypt's Architectural Transformation During the 1950s

Cairo's modernist architecture in the 1950s and 60s was a pragmatic, locally-driven movement reflecting the city's socio-political context.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Travel

'Feels like a death': Point Reyes grapples with the end of an era

The historic ranching legacy at Point Reyes is ending due to environmental concerns, affecting local ranchers' identities and livelihoods.
London
fromTime Out London
5 months ago

Another posh London neighbourhood is getting a Gail's - and locals aren't happy

Community backlash against Gail's Bakery's expansion in London highlights tensions between local identity and corporate growth.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

'Intolerable': DMV uses despised 'San Fran' term on some licenses

DMV mistakenly printed "San Fran" on licenses, prompting outrage from local officials, especially Sen. Scott Wiener, calling it an unacceptable nickname.
fromSFGATE
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inside the California mountain range closed to the public

The Sutter Buttes are a significant landmark for local communities, deeply integral to their identity and sense of home.
fromWine Enthusiast
7 months ago
Wine

Lebanon's Winemakers Are Caught in the Fire of War

Eddie Chami of Mersel Wine illustrates the challenges of winemaking in Lebanon amid war, highlighting resilience and efforts to build a local wine identity.
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