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Too Common to play
By Community Correspondent Philippa Hennessy Recently, some of the locals of Wimbledon have bought to my attention the lack of a suitable play area for children anywhere on Wimbledon Common. Control over what goes on and what goes up on the Common
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Whitehead and Themen team up for Way Out west
On Wednesday, the Way Out West jazz night at the Ram Jam Club hosts a collaboration between two renowned saxophonists, former orthopaedic surgeon Art Themen and Tim Whitehead. Themen, who has been on the London jazz scene since the 60s, will join
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Football, back to grass roots!
By Community Correspondent: Joseph Sammarco Football, friends and fitness. In simple terms, this is what the New Malden Little League has offered to boys aged between 8 and 11 years of age each season since it was founded in 1978. This football
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Gordon unmoved by Staines' low-key summer
Staines Town skipper Danny Gordon isn’t concerned by the club’s lack of activity in the transfer market. The Swans are yet to sign up any fresh faces – despite their Blue Square South rivals being busy adding to their squad. Gordon,
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Police believe Minstead Man serial rapist has struck again
Police have confirmed a serial rapist who has targeted the elderly for the past 19 years appears to have struck again. The man, dubbed Minstead Man, whose more than 100 victims are spread across south east London, including West Norwood and
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Volunteers wanted at Bedfont Green
Bedfont Green are looking to recruit enthusiastic volunteers to help on matchdays for the 2009-10 season. This is a great opportunity for individuals to become part of the Match Day Team for an ambitious Step 4 Senior football club playing at Windsor
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Hunt seals two-year Bees deal
Brentford midfielder David Hunt says signing a new contract for what he calls his home club is the perfect way to celebrate lifting the League Two title. The 26-year-old originally joined the club from Shrewsbury Town in January on a short-term agreement
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Saunders: Bees boss was key to switch
Brentford new boy Sam Saunders has revealed the opportunity to work with Andy Scott and the chance to play at a higher level was behind his decision to quit Dagenham & Redbridge. The 25-year-old winger and fellow ex-Daggers Ben Strevens and Danny Foster
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Tributes paid to popular Epsom church minister
A popular church minister and hospital chaplain who combined “enormous energy, commitment and good humour” in both work and family life has died. Reverend Michael Whelton, of Epsom, joined the Methodist Church in 1990 after he retired as a
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Music in Park tickets still available
The winner of our Music in the Park competition to win two tickets and a bottle of champagne was L Ashby from Durand Close, Carshalton. There are tickets available for the event on Saturday, June 20. Tickets cost £21.50, or £28 if bought on
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Sutton's unemployment benefits claimants double in a month
Claims for unemployment benefits nearly doubled in Sutton over the past year as the recession took a devastating toll on local workers. An extra 1,600 residents applied for jobseeker’s allowance in March, the fifth highest jump recorded in
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Man charged after fake bomb found in pub beer garden
Dozens of homes had to be evacuated as Army bomb disposal experts blew up a package designed to look like an explosive device. Police officers cleared houses and cordoned off the street near the Wheatsheaf pub in Kingston Road, Ewell, on Tuesday
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Gala Bingo site cinema hopes dashed
Dreams of the silver screen coming to Crystal Palace have been dealt a blow. Residents campaigning for a cinema to help regenerate the Crystal Place Triangle had hoped one might be opened in the for-sale Gala Bingo Hall in Church Road.
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Twickenham earn narrow win
Twickenham hosted Letchworth in the last of the first round league matches and gained a superb two-wicket win. Having won the toss they put Letchworth into bat. On a fast outfield the visitors put on an impressive score of 173 for 7 wickets from their
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Drink driver reported to police by her own boyfriend
A Kingston man reported his own girlfriend to police when she drove home drunk from the pub, Kingston Magistrates’ Court has heard. Sarah Hyde, 45, of Beaufort Road, was warned that she could have faced prison for being three times over the
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Richmond Boys do it again
Students who attended a sports college in Richmond together are providing a touch of déjà vu in this year’s FA Umbro Fives. Richmond Boys made it through the Regional Finals at Goals Hayes, with the same line-up which got them to Wembley in 2007.
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EILEEN EMILY MAYHEW
Died peacefully at home on Tuesday 9th June 2009. Funeral has taken place. Donations if desired to Eileen's favourite charity "sense" which supports deaf and blind children c/o Garner's Funeral Service, 53 The Broadway, Tolworth, Surrey KT6 7DW
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DEANE MARGARET WHITE
Died peacefully on 9th June 2009. She will be greatly missed by her loving husband, sons, grandchildren, family, friends and all who knew her through her life in teaching and sailing. A service of celebration and thanksgiving will be held at
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CYRIL MOORE
In Loving memory CYRIL MOORE 16/01/1932 Passed away 4th June 2009 At St Raphael's Hospice Devoted and loving Husband Dad Grandad/Great Grandad Forever and always in our hearts You will be greatly missed Love always Brenda
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MISSING DOG
£200 REWARD This missing dog was last seen on Tuesday 09th 2009 in Nork Way, Banstead. • She is a white Staffordshire bull terrier with brown caramel patches. • She may be wearing a caramel collar. • She is neutered and cannot be used
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JANET AND STEPHEN
Congratulations to JANET AND STEPHEN On the occasion of your Marriage at St Dunstan's Church, Cheam on Friday 29th May 2009. Love Mum and Dad
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Tooting money launderer jailed
A Tooting money launderer was jailed last week after police discovered he banked more than a million pounds in drugs money. Ghulam Azizi, 25, was stopped in September 2008 by police, who found £100,000 in his Toyota Avensis. Detectives
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Labour MP publicly backs proportional representation to elect politicians
Malcolm Wicks has publicly backed proportional representation be used to elect MPs, despite the impact it would have on his party. The Labour MP for Croydon North said he has become “convinced by the inherent unfairness” of the current first
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Lowe helps England U20s into final
Harlequins youngster George Lowe played the full 80 minutes as England U20s defeated South Africa 40-21 in the IRB Toshiba Junior World Championship semi-finals in Japan. England trailed the Baby Boks 11-9 at half-time at Tokyo's Prince Chichibu
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Worcester Park stay top after another nailbiter
Worcester Park won their fifth match out of six this season to remain top of a very evenly contested Surrey Championship Division Three last Saturday with a two-wicket win over second-placed Met Police. Out of those five wins, four have been very
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100-year-old charity shop worker dies
The Wimbledon community has paid tribute to a charitable pensioner who worked in Oxfam until she was nearly a century old. Irrepressible Letizia Butcher died two weeks ago aged 100 and was a well known face in the Broadway, volunteering at
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LEONARD GEORGE FOWLER LENNY
17 May 1956 - 23 June 2007 Remembered always with Love
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Kingston Grammar School increases bursaries for poorer students
The number of children able to attend Kingston Grammar School on either free or subsidised places is set for a boost, following a major overhaul of the school’s scholarship and bursary funding. With only 57 per cent of Kingston students receiving
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Carle targets double success
Nick Carle is targeting success on two fronts this season, with promotion to the Premiership and a place in the Australia World Cup squad firmly in his sights. The Crystal Palace midfielder earned his first cap in 19 months for the Socceroos last Wednesday
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DORRIS BUNCE
In loving memory of my wife DORRIS BUNCE who died on the 08.06.2009 aged 80 Will be greatly missed by family and friends Rest In Peace
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DAVID BULLEN
In loving memory of DAVID BULLEN You left us on 12.07.1997 Love you always Miss you so. Your wife Dotty & family And sister & family xxxxx
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DOROTHY RAWLINGS (DOT)
In loving memory of my Sister and Aunt DOROTHY RAWLINGS (DOT) 27th June 1942 - 19th June 2006 Those we love don't go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard but always nearV Still loved, still missed and very dear. Joyce, Roy, Pauline
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HENRY GEORGE GARDNER (Jim)
In loving memory of HENRY GEORGE GARDNER (Jim) 20.6.1924-16.6.2008 Loving husband and father We miss you so very much Always in our hearts. Love you forever Sheila, Lesley and Reg
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Fulwell to host top event
Fulwell Golf Club plays host to the English Schools Golf Association National Championships on June 22, featuring many of the country’s budding amateur golfers. The field will include around 80 boys and girls (aged 18 or under) who have won
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DADDY
To Daddy Happy Father Day We hope you have a lovely day We love you very much Lots of Love Rosie & Jessica x x x x
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Sutton still top dogs
Sutton remain top of the Surrey Championship after gaining four points in a dogged winning draw against Wimbledon at Church Road last Saturday. The toss won, Wimbledon decided to bat but they lost wickets at regular intervals on their way to a circumspect
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Students have the X factor
Kingston College’s hairdressing department held a brand new style competition and exhibition entitled X-Foto, with the theme ‘Your City, Your Style’ which was judged by the student’s very own salon employers. Students had been asked to provide an A4
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DADDY
Happy 1st FATHERS DAY Daddy! Lots of love Keira and Ethan XXX
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MR B
LOOK WHO'S 54! Happy Birthday From Pat, Emma, Dean, James & George X
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ANNABEL HUGGETT
Happy 18th Birthday Love from Mum, Dad, Daniel & all the family xxxx
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DAVID REDWOOD
Look who's 21 DAVID REDWOOD 18th June 2009 Happy 21st Birthday Lots of love Mum and Dad Sarah and Reece XX
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Graphic Design Student's Work Features on Radio 1 Website
As part of an ongoing partnership with the BBC, first year students on the National Diploma in Graphic Design course recently attended a one-day animation workshop at 21CC, the BBC’s digital learning centre in White City. The students worked with BBC
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Kelly stars as Dulwich claim thumping win
A devastating spell of bowling by Mark Kelly, who took six wickets in five overs and finished with 7-40, set Dulwich up for a comprehensive nine-wicket victory in their Surrey Championship Division One clash with Esher. Dulwich chose to field
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Happy birthday Comedy Carnival
Clapham's Comedy Carnival is celebrating it's fifth birthday this Saturday with an evening of outstanding comedy. Multi award-winning and Radio 4 regular Milton Jones, Perrier award nominee Terry Alderton and brilliant Canadian comic Tom Stade will
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Dance off -Brentford's BB star hits out
Brentford's Wolverine got his claws stuck into unpopular housemate Sree -warning him not to mess up the contestants latest dance task. Mullet-lover Marcus Akin, 35, warned the 25-year-old not to screw up after Big Brother instructed housemates
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Hundreds turn up to Carshalton Carnival
A parade of floats wound its way through the streets of Carshalton on Saturday when a colourful carnival got underway. Carnival Queen Olivia Cooper was later crowned after the procession reached the park on Ruskin Road, where wrestlers, cheerleaders
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Family secrets exposed
We've all been to those awkward family gatherings where someone accidentally says something they shouldn't, opening up a barrel of secrets that cause more trouble than their worth. That's the premise behind Festen (The Celebration) at Putney Arts
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Widow of renowned author donates collection to Kingston University
A private theatre and film literature collection is due to go on show at Kingston University, after a generous donation from the widow of renowned author Sheridan Morley. His address book included Laurence Olivier, John Gielgud, Marlene Dietrich
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Croydon shine at Kingsmeadow
Croydon Schools' athletes shone at the county schools championships at Kingsmeadow last Saturday. Competing for teams representing the North and South of the Borough these boys and girls produced clear evidence that the state of the sport in Croydon
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International film makers converge on Wimbledon
A wannabe superhero, a documentary on Wimbledon dog track, a mother addicted to George Clooney and a space shuttle crash - all themes explored in this year's Wimbledon Short Film Festival. After the success of last year's inaugural event, Wimbledon
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Sam Isaac brings Bears to Banquet
Since 2007, Sam Isaac has been gigging across the country and releasing self-made EPs, garnering plenty of fans and radio play along the way. The 23-year-old is finally releasing his debut album, Bears, this month and is celebrating with an
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Rocking for a cause
Some of south London's best music acts will be converging on the Grove Tavern this Sunday for an all day summer festival. Parke Davis, Buffalo Kite, Dee James, Great Bear, Auger Bane, J.C.'s Flatline Junkies and the Laurence Penfold Band will be playing
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Thirteen-year-old drug dealer among children arrested in Kingston
Children as young as 10 and 12 are being arrested for criminal damage, being drunk and disorderly and possessing drugs in Kingston, new police figures show. The figures came to light through a Freedom of Information request to the Metropolitan
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Crown Prosecution Service helps Gay Surrey charity beat homophobes
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has joined forces with a Surrey-based gay rights charity in the fight against homophobia. The CPS, the Government department responsible for prosecuting criminal cases, will include a page on the website
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SLH runners lose out to horse-rider
Thirteen runners from South London Harriers participated in the annual Man v Horse mountain marathon in Llanwrtyd Wells, Wales last weekend. Runners compete against horse-riders over an ardous, hilly terrain of 22 miles and this year the race was won
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Fulham hear Pompey chimes
Fulham will open their Premier League campaign with a trip to the South Coast after the fixtures computer threw up a visit to Portsmouth on August 15. The Cottagers will play their first home game just three days later, hosting Blackburn Rovers. All
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Slabinsky to go for broke against Croatian seed
Sutton's Alex Slabinsky insists he has nothing to lose as he aims to take a step closer to Wimbledon this afternoon. The 23-year-old British number eight faces Croatia’s Roko Karanusic for a place in the third qualifying round at the Bank of England
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Palace kick off against Argyle
Crystal Palace will begin the new Championship season at home to manager Neil Warnock's former side Plymouth Argyle on August 8. The Eagles then travel to Bristol City and Ipswich Town before facing relegated Newcastle United at Selhurst Park on August
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Weybridge Society urges involvement in planning process
A town forum is to be held in Weybridge next month to give residents a chance to have their say on potential changes to the planning system in Elmbridge. The Weybridge Society has organised the meeting for Monday, July 20, at St James Church
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Lewis Hamilton teaches Weybridge youngsters to drive
Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton was in Weybridge on Saturday, June 13, to open Mercedes-Benz worlds new driving academy. Mercedes-Benz said the academy would revolutionise the way British teenagers learn to drive. The academy
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Elmbridge Council weeding out problem areas
Weed removers are asking residents to report areas that need treatment. Elmbridge Council carries out its weed control on streets and pavements two or three times a year. The council uses an environmentally friendly treatment on the
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Rare Little Owl rescued from debris
These rare photos of a Little Owl show the bird of prey, who was found tangled in debris by two retriever dogs, recovering at Cheam Wildlife Centre. The Sutton Guardian was invited to photograph Lucy after a vet took her to the privately run
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Ugandan sisters' intricate identity fraud unravelled
A massive and intricate series of frauds, involving two Ugandan sisters, has been uncovered by Croydon Council. The siblings, who were living and working in the UK illegally, have been jailed following an investigation led by Croydon Council
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Council u-turn on South Wimbledon parking restrictions
People power has forced Merton Council into a u-turn over a series of “draconian” parking restrictions in South Wimbledon. Residents lodged 55 letters of complaints after more than 400 houses were leafletted by a group vehemently opposed to
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Mosaic unveiled by Tom Brake MP
A colourful mosaic celebrating the 10th anniversary of an older people’s club has been unveiled. Tom Brake MP unveiled the 4ft artwork, made by members of the Cloverdale Court Day Club to celebrate its first decade. Established by Friends
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If you want a Big Lunch apply today
Residents going to next month’s Big Lunch event must tell Croydon Council before June 19 if their activity involves a street party or road closure. The council is asking participants expecting more than 500 guests to consult safety regulations
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Hammersmith police appeal for Chiswick High Road shooting witnesses
A shooting in a busy high street may have been witnessed by bus passengers heading for King Street. Police are hoping to speak to people who were on board a 237 bus which was near the scene of the shooting in Chiswick High Road at around 8.15pm
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College athletes show their class
Epsom College athletes starred at the Surrey County Athletics Championships at Kingsmeadow Stadium on Saturday. A record number of college athletes represented Central Surrey at the Championships and six emerged as County champions.
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Will Sharp happy to play his part
Will Sharp insists that Harlequins RL are still not firing on all cylinders, despite the Stoop side having the chance to climb to second in the Super League table this weekend. The pacy winger marked signing a one-year contract extension with a brace
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Running around the world - Croydon style
Staff at the Hilton Hotel in Croydon took part in a 24 hour fundraiser over the weekend. Based on the theme Around the World in a Day, the employees dressed up in costumes from different nations and took part in a non-stop run for 24 hours
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Eco-protesters call on developers to join their community
Protesters who broke into a site earmarked for a controversial housing project have called on developers to ditch their suits and join their sustainable community - as it will be there for the long term. Green campaigners, who scaled the
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New Tooting police team launched
Tooting town centre’s new local police team was launched this week in a bid to make its streets safer. The new Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) will patrol the town centre only, leaving the other teams free to take care of the rest of Tooting
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Thieves target charity bags in Balham
Callous thieves are stealing bags of valuables intended for the British Heart Foundation from outside homes in Balham. The crooks are either sneaking down roads picking up bags, or knocking on doors masquerading as collectors. Charity
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Wimbledon ready to cash in on tennis
Wimbledon is preparing to cash in on the tennis championships with up to 500,000 visitors expected to pass through the area over the tennis fortnight. For the first time ever, the army of fans arriving at Wimbledon station will be directed
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Budding authors invited to learn tips of the trade
Do you fancy being the next Shakespeare or JK Rowling? Young people are offered the chance to meet local authors, creative writing tutors, publishers, and other representatives from the book trade at Upper Norwood library this Saturday.
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Countryside Alliance venture into Kingston for cruise up the river
Countryside Alliance campaigners will hold a drinks do on the river in Kingston on Thursday evening to raise money for the pressure group. Turk’s Silver Dolphin will be filled with food by chef Mark Gilchrist, champagne by Pol Roger and a live
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Lambeth residents to have their say on new system of local government
A directly elected mayor could replace the council leader at the top of Lambeth’s political ladder. The Government has ordered Lambeth Council to introduce one of two new systems of governance, with one based on the idea of a elected mayor
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Leave babies alone says animal charity
With the breeding season well under way Wildlife Aid has issued a stark warning to well meaning nature lovers - leave young animals and birds alone, even if they seem to have been abandoned. “If you pick up and handle a young animal or bird
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Due praise for Merton's foster carers
Foster carers have been praised by Merton Council for their work supporting some of the borough’s most vulnerable children. They were thanked during an annual celebration at the Cannizaro House Hotel in Wimbledon Common. Five of the carers
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Anger after Lambeth Council breaks bin lorry promise
Angry residents have criticised Lambeth Council for its "bad faith" in proposing to keep a bin lorry base in a West Norwood residential area, despite a promise it would stay for just two years. Residents living near the Vale Street recycling
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Paving the way for high street revamp
Transport for London (TfL) has approved a sum of £550,000 for re-paving Putney High Street. Earlier investment in 2007 made it possible to re-pave the southern end of the High Street, and this new funding will make it possible to start work
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Frail OAP denied home renovation
A grandmother has been denied her last wish to end her days in the house where she was born. Elsie Knowles, 88, is now living out of a suitcase with relatives after her family’s plans to renovate the house were rejected by Wandsworth Council
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Love-struck pigeon can't get enough of golf club pro
Members at a Kingston golf club are getting in a flap over a birdie that has taken up residence in the club grounds. When a bedraggled Walter the pigeon arrived at Coombe Wood Golf Club about five weeks ago, Phil Wright, long serving professional
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Take part in a photography competition
Snappers of all ages from Sutton will have the chance show their photographic skills on a charity competition. London Wildcare Trust will give the wildlife photographer of the year award to whoever takes the best wildlife snaps. The
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Don't Say Nothing gang in disarray after top names jailed
Croydon’s largest criminal gang has been hit hard after a series of arrests and convictions of its ringleaders. More than 15 members of the Don’t Say Nothing gang have been taken off the streets following a proactive operation by Croydon police
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Wandsworth prisoner found hanged in cell
A prisoner has been found hanging inside his cell at Wandsworth, the Prison Service has said. Christopher Wardally, 25, was pronounced dead after he was discovered by staff at Wandsworth Prison on Friday. Staff tried to resuscitate him
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War on Gangs: Aries bad sign for gangs
The leaders of Don’t Say Nothing were arrested in a series of operations by police which led to the conviction of more than 15 senior members. Here HARRY MILLER highlights some of the jailed gangsters. The arrests of the DSN leading members came
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Father and son to cycle across America
A Carshalton man and his son will take up a cycle challenge in America to raise money for a cancer charity. Michael Clark, 41, and his son Stephen, 21, from Raynes Park, decided to ride 3,100 miles across the country to raise money for Cancer
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Pupils perform to promote road safety message
The importance of road safety was highlighted by secondary school students across Merton last week. In a series of plays performed at Wimbledon High School under the chilling theme “don’t die before you’ve lived,” young people reinforced the
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Balloon release for MND victims
The sky will be filled with white balloons on Saturday (June 20) at noon when the East Surrey Branch of the Motor Neurone Disease Association stages its sixth annual ‘Free Spirit’ balloon release at Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking. More than
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Exterminator steps in to end mum's rat house hell
A disabled mum living in a rat-infested house may have found a solution after a Sutton pest controller offered to help for free. Last week, the Sutton Guardian told the story of Ellissa Hawkins, 33, who has been desperately trying to be re-housed
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Men in tights bring the X-Men factor to Sutton
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it is a group of Spandex-clad do-gooders attempting to perform heroic deeds in Sutton town centre. Organisers of the Take Part, Take Pride festival have agreed to hold auditions next month to find a sidekick
