Harlesden resident becomes first in Brent to turn 100 this year

Olive Webster celebrated her birthday with friends and family

A Harlesden woman has become the first resident in Brent to celebrate their 100th birthday this year.

Olive Webster, who has lived in the borough all her life, toasted becoming a centenarian with a party at her home with family and friends.

Miss Webster was the second of four children and work for a bank until she took early retirement at the age of 54 to look after her mother.

An accomplished pianist with a love of classical music, Miss Webster lives in her parents’ former home with a little extra help.

She celebrated her birthday on January 2.