Mary Portas launched the ambitious fundraising campaign for St Mary’s Church this summer. Marking the 150th anniversary of the church, home of so many impressive social initiatives, the ‘Grow the […]
By Richard Benson The big red-brick Victorian behemoth of St Mary the Virgin on Elsworthy Road might be known or recognised by many in the community as the church that […]
By Phil Cowan. “The local” is an interesting concept. The term has connotations of community, convenience, conversation and camaraderie. “I’m off down the local” is a phrase embedded in British […]
In a special interview for On The Hill, retail expert and TVpersonality Mary Portas talks to Micael Johnstone about how she hopes her new book, Work Like a Woman, will […]
Welcome to November Arethra Franklin who died in August knew all about community: “Being the Queen is not all about singing, and being a diva is not all about singing. […]
It’s a busy Saturday morning in Mary’s Living and Giving shop in Primrose Hill. The manager, Monica Nsue Jurado, is checking the inventory room; volunteer Nada carries downstairs the donation […]
Our urban environments are always evolving and Primrose Hill is no different. Local businesses make a significant contribution to the unique ‘village’ lifestyle enjoyed by Primrose Hill residents. Micael Johnstone […]
As you kiss under the mistletoe, be mindful that the plant was once said to have mystic properties. Likewise, holly was considered sacred by pagans. Because of these beliefs, a […]