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Breaking News: Pedestrian fighting for life after being knocked down at crossing
A woman was in a serious condition in hospital after being hit as she crossed the road at a busy junction. The woman, thought to be in her 60s, was rushed to hospital by ambulance after being knocked down as she crossed Denning Avenue near
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Pair jailed for vicious nightclub attack
A man and a woman who carried out a vicious attack on a civil servant were jailed today. Grant Williams, 22, and Kerry Watts, 23, both from Worcester Park, attacked Paul Edmunds in a Piccadilly nightclub, after he tried to stop a Chinese barman
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Students take on hydrogen challenge
Kit Malthouse, deputy Mayor of London, congratulated students at Burntwood School, Tooting for taking part in the second London Schools Hydrogen Challenge. The competition encouraged 11 to 14-year-olds to find out more about hydrogen technology
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Bike accident causes traffic chaos in Sutton
Traffic chaos was installed at the top of Sutton Town Centre today after a serious motor bike accident. Several police officers are still at Carshalton Road on the junction with Langley Park Road, near the B&Q DIY centre diverting the traffic
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Wandsworth rubbish collection on target
The amount of rubbish collected from homes and other non-commercial premises - such as hospitals and schools - across the borough has fallen for the sixth year running. Last year just under 110,000 tonnes was collected – a fall of 5,302 tonnes
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Investors in talks over London Welsh takeover
A new investment consortium has launched negotiations to take over London Welsh. The club was placed into administration earlier this week after after club chairman Kelvin Bryon announced he would no longer be able to be the club's principal investor
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Week 3: The Hangover - some girls just can’t handle Magners
Note to self: No more big Friday nights out for a while. Boy, was last weekend’s BoxLondon class a struggle. I feel sorry for the people who had to put up with the smell of Magners eminating from my every pore. I did feel quite smug after dragging my
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Getting shirty over new kit
There I was having a good laugh at Newcastle United. Not only have they got the most deluded set of supporters in football history, been relegated from the Premier League and still pay Joey Barton’s wages, but they then go and top it all off by bringing
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Kelly Rowland cancels Epsom appearance
It is with regret, that due to personal reasons, Kelly Rowland has had to pull out of the Epsom Live! music night at Epsom Downs Racecourse on Thursday 16th July where she was going to perform to racegoers along with The Saturdays and Alesha Dixon.
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Swine flu confirmed at a Whitton school
Swine Flu has been confirmed at a Whitton primary school. A number of children at Nelson Primary School have contracted the virus, which has been declared a global pandemic. In a statement posted on the school’s website headteacher Paul
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SPORTING ACCOLADES FOR EGHAM STUDENTS
by Emma Kingston May proved to be a sporting month for ACS Egham International School starting with the Girls’ Varsity Football team winning the International School Sports Association’s (ISSA) annual tournament, hosted at the school.
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Macho men urged to cover up in the sun
Macho sun-worshipping men in Lambeth are ignoring the risks of skin cancer despite knowing its dangers, according to worrying statistics published by anti-cancer campaigners. One in five do not use sunscreen on a beach holiday, over half do
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Frustrating draw for Barnes
Barnes had to settle with a draw in their Middlesex County League Division Three clash at Kenton who got to 230 runs after two in-form bowlers were struck by injury. The setback was disappointing as off-spinner Rich Carroll was continuing his potent
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Richmond crowned London's regatta champions
Richmond won the 2009 Thames Water London Youth Games Regatta, beating off strong competition from second-placed Greenwich. Richmond won the rowing and kayak sprint categories – two of the four disciplines at the regatta, which saw more than 500 young
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Turkish delight for Royal Mid Surrey pair
Europe’s largest pro-am will have a regal air after Royal Mid Surrey professional Matthew Paget and amateur Michael Cardinal booked their place in this year’s grand final. The Richmond-based duo won an invitation to the Virgin Atlantic PGA National
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Churchman shines again for NPL
Chris Churchman was again the outstanding player for NPL Teddington CC, scoring 177 runs in the second XI's 56-run victory over British Airways 2nd XI in Thames Valley League 5B. Opener Churchman's performance was a personal record as NPLTCC declared
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Girlfriend of Cobham wheelie bin murder accused arrested
The girlfriend of a man accused of killing his wife and leaving her decomposed body in a wheelie bin outside their Cobham home has also been arrested, the Surrey Comet can reveal. Lilia Fenech, 23, was arrested 10 days ago on her arrival at
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Town coast to comfortable win
An impressive run-chase left Teddington Town first team celebrating a comfortable win, at home to Chenies & Latimer on Saturday afternoon. Chenies & Latimer batted first and despite scoring consistently though the order, were restricted to 220-8.
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Teddington swimmers among the medals
Yuan Ying Man led the way for Teddington Swimming Club by winning a gold medal at the London Age Group Championships at Crystal Palace, writes Rosie Harper. As well as triumphing in the 100m breaststroke, the 12-year-old also claimed bronze in the 200m
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Mother sets up support group for daughter's rare disorder
A mother whose daughter was born with her organs outside her body is setting up a support group for parents of other sufferers. Valerie May, from Croydon, wants to help those affected by the condition gastroschisis, which left her daughter
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Quins season ticket sales up 20 per cent
Harlequins have sold more than 6,000 season tickets even though the 2009-10 season is still two months away. That is a 20 per cent increase on the same time last year, following one of the most successful campaigns in the club’s history. Chief executive
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Kids to use sat-navs in high tech treasure hunt
Treasure hunting youngsters can go high tech on Wimbledon Common this summer. A new kids’ club is giving children the chance to follow clues and dig deep for a hidden treasure chest. Children taking part will use personal satellite navigation
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High Down hanged prisoner committed suicide
A prisoner found hanged in his cell less than a week after coming out of suicide watch killed himself, a jury decided. The jury at the inquest of Alun Jones, 26, who killed himself in his cell on May 17, 2007, a couple of days after being transferred
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Flood warning for 4,600 Richmond homes
If a severe flood were to burst the banks of the Thames Richmond would be one of the biggest casualties in the region, according to the latest reports. And a Richmond Council-produced map shows, in the event of a sharp rise in river levels, much of
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Kingston College Student Works With Island Records
By Lorna Hill A Kingston College student has had the exciting opportunity of working with a prestigious record label. Lily Lavin, a second year National Diploma Media student in the Faculty of Design Studies, has been working with Island Records
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Wilson: Administration changes nothing for Welsh
London Welsh coach Danny Wilson insists it will be business as usual for his playing and coaching staff, despite the club entering administration this week. The Dragons stunned the rugby world on Tuesday by announcing they have called in Tenon Recovery
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Teens to train to tackle underage drinkers
Teenagers are to be trained to try and help others stay away from alcohol as borough chiefs attempt to clean-up Richmond’s image as London’s teen-booze capital. The London Assembly’s health and public service committee published a report on underage
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Calling all Lambeth carers
The hunt is on for Lambeth’s carer of the year. The award ceremony is organised by the council and recognises the thousands of people who, unpaid and often unrecognised by the public, dedicate themselves to helping family and friends who need
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Wood boosts Teddington title hopes
Six wickets from Duncan Wood set Teddington on their way to victory at Stanmore on Saturday to re-ignite hopes of chasing down Middlesex County League Premier Division leaders Ealing. The hosts were eventually dismissed for 227 before James Keightley
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Bees need Bennett, says striker Elder
Nathan Elder has told defender Alan Bennett Brentford need players like him if they are to challenge at the right end of the League One table next season. The 26-year-old centre back is still mulling over an offer from boss Andy Scott to make his season
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BARBARA MAY WINDAYBANK
In loving memory of BARBARA MAY WINDAYBANK (01.04.27-17.06.09) To my much loved Mother You will always be in my thoughts Mum Your everloving Son Colin. Funeral will be held at The North East Surrey Crematorium On Monday 29th June at 12.00 Midday
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The quirky side of Wimbledon
So far so good for the Centre Court roof - the 1,000 tonnes, 5,200 square metre device not yet needed due to the glorious weather. But does it affect the players? Not according to Andy Roddick, who quipped “It may be massive, but the players don’t even
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Violent mugger who strangled victims found guilty
A brutal mugger who strangled a woman in West Norwood before making off with her watch and handbag has been found guilty of a string of violent muggings. Matthew Mykoo, 27, targeted lone women in seven “strangulation robberies” carried out
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Hundreds enjoy big band concert at Nonsuch Mansion
Hundreds of jazz lovers revelled in the summer sunshine at a special outdoor music concert. Jay Craig and his Orchestra entertained a large audience at the annual Big Band Concert in the gardens of Nonsuch Mansion House last Friday.
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NORMAN FRANK LACEY
Died peacefully on 15th June 2009 He will be greatly missed by his loving wife, sons, grandchildren, family and friends. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday 1st July at 2.00pm at Randalls Park Crematorium. Family flowers only. All friends
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JEAN BRENDA HEXT
Passed away on Saturday 13th June 2009. Funeral Service to be held at St Mark's Church, Tattenham Corner on Monday 29th June at 10.30am followed by committal at Randalls Park Crematorium. No flowers please but donations, if desired to Cancer Research
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Ambulance response times best ever
Ambulance response times in Sutton and Merton are the best ever recorded, despite the increase in the amount of calls, figures released last week showed. London Ambulance Service crews in the Sutton and Merton Primary Care Trust area reached
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PETER WILKINS
In loving memory of PETER WILKINS died 24.06.2006 Love you always, miss you so. Your wife Jill and all the family.
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JOHN CALLAGHAN
Sadly passed away on 20th June 2009, aged 80. A funeral service at Randalls Park Crematorium, Leatherhead on Friday 3rd July at 11.00am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust c/o Longhurst Undertakers
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GEORGE JUDGES
14.10.1922 Sadly passed away on 18.6.2009. Dearly loved Dad, Grandad and Greatgrandad. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. Funeral Service to be held Epsom Downs Cemetery Chapel on Tuesday 30th June at 12.00 midday. Flowers welcome
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Belgrave athletes lead medal rush
Belgrave Harriers athletes claimed five gold medals at last weekend’s South of England Championships in Watford. Surrey champion Alex Wright smashed 45 seconds off his age-group club record and 90 seconds off the championship best in winning the junior
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JOHN CALLAGHAN
Sadly passed away on 20th June 2009, aged 80. A funeral service at Randalls Park Crematorium, Leatherhead on Friday 3rd July at 11.00am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust c/o Longhurst Undertakers
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Andy points boost Britain
Sutton-based Andy Turner was not satisfied with his performance despite a comfortable victory in the 100m hurdles at the European Team Championship in Leira, Portugal, last weekend. Turner, who went into the race as favourite, was a comfortable winner
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Ranelagh ready to dash
Ranelagh Harriers stage their annual Dysart Dash 10km road race on Sunday (9am). The race, which incorporates the Surrey Championships, starts from near their Meadlands Drive HQ.
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FALLON, ANASTASIA
17.6.2009 Mum and Nana. You were taken so quickly but loved by so many, now you are back with the one you loved (Austin). Funeral service to take place 2nd July at St John Fisher Catholic Church, Cannon Hill Lane at 11.00am. Family flowers only
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Kenyans win unique challenge
Kenyan runners dominated the Run2Live International mile track race between runners from Great Britain and Kenya on Saturday. The event was staged simultaneously at Tooting Bec track, as part of Herne Hill’s open meeting, and on a track at Eldoret in
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ELSIE WHITTLE (née Brooks)
Died peacefully on 16th June, aged 81. Survived by 2 daughters and 5 grandchildren. Funeral Service to be held on 30th June 1.30pm St John’s Wood Church.
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French film scoops top award
French film The Frozen Chain won the best film award at Wimbledon Shorts on Saturday night, while Merton directors Mick Arnold, Tara Manadhar and David O'Neill all scooped prizes. Samuel Hercule and Metilde Weyergans' musical effort The Frozen Chain
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RONALD FREDERICK ALLISON
Passed away on 14th June 2009, aged 85. Will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral Service at the North East Surrey Crematorium on Friday 3rd July at 2.30pm. All enquiries to Donald S Drewett & Sons. Tel: 020 8648 2905
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GARCIA CETA, CHRISTINE (née Ellis)
Passed away on 14th June 2009, aged 61, after a short illness. Beloved wife of Carlos, devoted brother of Barry, sister-in-law Janice, loving aunt to Catherine, Robert, Christopher and Jim Jam. Great aunt to Bradley. Much loved friend
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Hutchins anger at 'pathetic' press
Wimbledon’s Ross Hutchins fired an emotional broadside at the British press after he joined the long list of the nation’s casualties at SW19 this week. Hutchins, along with partner Stephen Huss were seeded 16th for the men’s doubles tournament at the
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PULLIN ETHEL MAY (Babe)
Passed away peacefully on 12th June in Kingston Hospital, aged 94. Much loved mum and nan who will be sadly missed. Funeral to take place on 26th June, 11.40 a.m. at Kingston Crematorium.
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Kempton's special deal for summer racegoers
Kempton Park are offering admission for just a fiver for five race meetings in July and August. The first day of the offer is on Wednesday next week and the meetings on Wednesday, July 15, Friday, August 14, Monday, August 17, and Wednesday, August 19
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FREDRICK WILLIAM COLE
In loving memory of FREDRICK WILLIAM COLE Who passed away on 18th June 2009, aged 97, at home, who will be loved and missed forever by daughter Margaret, grandson Shaun, Wayne and great grandchildren Billy and Shannon, brothers and sisters and
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LOST
LOST On Wimbledon Common 21.6.2009 THEA Golden Whippet- Cross. Reward for recovery. Please contact owner on 020 8940 2589
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STEVEN and ANNA-MARIE
Congratulations on your wedding day 27th June 2009. With love and best wishes Mum, Dad, Paul, Georgia, Joanne, Matt, Amy, Lorraine, Gary, Pam, Pete and families XXX
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Thug evicted from his home to cheers from neighbours
A man has been evicted from his Leatherhead home and banned from the area after allegations of fighting, assault with knives and drug dealing. Robert William Egan was evicted from a flat in Hazelmere Close following proceedings at Epsom County
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MURIEL PEARL BOWN
In memory of our late mother MURIEL PEARL BOWN 21.09.1927-12.06.2009 Beloved Mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. "You made us all feel so special, yet you were the special one". To the world you may have only been one person but
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MISSING CAT
MISSING CAT Missing since the 12th June jet black wearing a red flea collar with a bell Call 020 7640 0320
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LOST
LOST SD digital camera card 4gb on 11th May 2009 at 11.00am in Barclays Bank, Kingston. Contains irreplaceable photo's of Safari Holiday. Reward offered. Any information call: 020 8977 0187
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Kingston's own in Wimbledon
Having played with The Zutons last month in Roehampton, Kingston-based band The Momeraths are set to wow the crowds at Glastonbury Festival this weekend. So long as they survive the mud and the wellies they will be back in south London on Tuesday
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O’GRADY, EUGENE PETER “NICK”
15.8.1930-4.6.2006 It has been three years since you died. You are always in my thoughts. Love and miss you more than ever. Till we are re-united again. XXX Your Loving Wife Shirley XXX
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MAUREEN HOLMES
In loving memory of MAUREEN HOLMES 27th June 2007 As time goes by we miss you more, our love will never fade. Forever in our hearts and always in our thoughts Much loved and always remembered. Your loving husband Percy and friend Deborah
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PETER COOK
In loving memory of PETER COOK Passed away 3 years ago and still missed every day. God Bless Gwennie, Judith, Tina and Ian. Joyce and Dave And all your grandchildren
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Croydon's Fashion Festival opens with a diva's Lego tantrum
In true diva fashion, the lego version of Amy Winehouse delayed the opening of the Croydon Fashion Festival for two hours, while her creator wrestled with artistic issues. The plastic pop star, created entirely out of Lego, was meant to launch
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JAMES CHILDS
In Loving Memory of my husband JAMES CHILDS 10/12/1932- 27/6/2008 Still missed, always in our thoughts. Wife Veronica, Sons Christopher and Antony, Daughters Pamela, Alison, Joanne & Family Friends.
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DOLLY, DAISY & TAYLOR MAY SMITH
In Loving Memory of my Three Little Angels Dolly, Daisy & Taylor May Smith My Love for you will never fade. For in my heart you will always stay. Love you all forever. Goodnight & God bless From Your Loving Great Granny XXX
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JOHN TYRRELL
TEN YEARS Died 1.7.1999, aged 33. (Jane Love, May Quinn, Len Truss) Remembering happy wonderful timesyou will never be forgotten. We love and miss you still. M X
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SERENA JANE HAZEL GREAVES and STUART JAMES BURGIN
Congratulations! on The Wedding of SERENA JANE HAZEL GREAVES and STUART JAMES BURGIN at St John's Church Belmont on 30.05.09 with lots of love friends and family xxx
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WESLEY LONG
28.6.2009 Happy 40th Birthday All our love Emma, Rebecca, Hayleigh, Freddie and Millie XXX HAPPY BIRTHDAY
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ALFIE
Happy Birthday From Mummy, Daddy and the Girls
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JAMES “DEANO” CAREY
To our darling Dad JAMES “DEANO” CAREY 28.06.1943 - 30.06.2006 “And I will have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow, Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings; There midnight’s all a glimmer, and noon a purple
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JACOB
Happy 18th Birthday 30th June From Mummy and Daddy
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MARY CARMAN
Happy 40th 26.6.2009 Lots of love Mum, Alan Caroline, grandad Cook, Robert, Thomas and Harvey XXX
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LAURA ALLEN
Happy 10th Birthday 25.6.2009 All our love Mummy and Daddy XX
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LAUREN McLACHLAN
Is 21 Hope you have a fantastic day and the year ahead is all you hope for and more. Lots of love Mamma XXX
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SAMANTHA JANE
Congratulations to Steven, Karla and Lily. On the birth of our beautiful granddaughter SAMANTHA JANE born on 8.6.2009. All our love Mum and Dad XX
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Bolt from the blue as doctor's house hit by lightning
A GP watched helplessly as his home of 25 years went up in flames after being struck by a bolt of lightning. The doctor and his family escaped unhurt after the electric charge set fire to their property in Ingleby Way, Carshalton. Firefighters
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NEDA AGHA-SULTAN
US $1,000 reward For information leading to arrest and conviction for the Murder of 26 year old Neda Agha-Sultan by sniper in Tehran at 1500 GMT Saturday June 20 2009 This tragedy witnessed by millions will live in infamy www.twitter.com/justice4neda
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Teen who turned his life around honoured with national award
A student who was excluded from school has gone on to win a national vocational award after turning his life around. Aaron Collins, of Croydon College, was named VQ Hero, Learner of the Year 2009 for London. The VQ Hero Awards are a
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Student's illustration becomes backdrop to Jarvis Cocker poetry recital
The illustrations of a local student appeared in a BBC Radio One video of a poetry reading by britpop star Jarvis Cocker. Kingston College student Catherine Wiltshire, 17, from North Cheam, created a character for the animation to accompany
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Nail biting end to charity 10k run
A nail-biting finish to a gruelling charity race nearly ended in a dead heat for first place. Around 250 runners took part in the closely fought 'Help the Hospices' 10km run on Headley Heath last Sunday, organised by the Rotary Club of Leatherhead
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Bishop blesses bikers
Two intrepid riders were waved off on their whistlestop tour of Europe by Croydon’s bishop. The Rt Revd Nick Baines, blessed bikers John Hale and Andy Thomas for their 12 countries in six days trip on Friday, June 12. Mr Hale, husband
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Ricardo's Mime field
Contemporary artist Ricardo Gaete has set himself a simple task - to use the medium of art to help the public wake up from "the state of emotional and intellectual idleness which rules our age". Easy then. The Chilean is bringing his new contemporary
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No more hope for Esher's Moore Place
Esher is to lose one of its most historically important buildings after the Government confirmed it would not call in for review a planning application to demolish 18th century Moore Place. Moore Place Holdings submitted plans earlier this year
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Parking fears over space-less Kingston development
Residents of a new block of flats in Kingston will be expected to get on their bikes by developers who have not provided a single car parking space in their plans. Developers JMB Property Investments want to add two more storeys to HSS Hire Shop
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Election agent for BNP candidate in byelection is convicted criminal
The election agent for a Nonsuch by-election candidate is a convicted criminal who sent death threats to a drugs company involved in animal testing. Charlotte Lewis was jailed for six months in 2001 for her ongoing harassment of staff at the
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Swimming award for beginner student
A Sellincourt School student won a coveted swimming trophy, despite only learning to swim this year. Naomi Carter, who was born deaf, started swimming lessons with her teacher, Mrs Coombes, at Merton Swordfish Swimming Club, based at Wimbledon
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Olympic hopeful sprinter visits Croydon school
An Olympic hopeful from Croydon paid a visit this week to Archbishop Tenison’s School as part of their preparation for Lloyd TSB National School Sport Week. Twinelle Hopeson, 17, a talented sprinter and former Archbishop Tenison’s pupil, is
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Kingston's artistic talent goes on show
Kingston’s flourishing creative talent will be on show during June and July with professional, amateur and student shows opening their doors to the public. Kingston Summer Art Season will consist of core exhibitions in Kingston Museum, the
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'My wedding day from hell'
It was planned as a dream wedding in a stately hotel with family flown in from several continents away, flower covered aisles and friends reunited from across the country. Instead it turned into the wedding from hell as the bride and groom
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Staff safety fears at High Down after prison guard attacked
A prison warden was violently attacked by an inmate this week heightening fears staff safety at High Down is being jeopardised by £1m budget cuts. The warden was knocked unconscious and had to be resuscitated by staff on Monday night as she
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GP in Queen's Brithday Honours list
Wandsworth GP Tom Coffey has been awarded an OBE for services to healthcare in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Dr Coffey – who was born, raised and still lives and practices in Tooting – said: “I’m very proud and excited to receive such a prestigious
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Dogs 'close to death' rescued from hot car
The owner of two dogs found minutes from death in a hot car could face animal cruelty charges. The spaniels were rescued by police after they were spotted in a distressed state in a sealed 4x4 in Wimbledon Village last week. An officer
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Surrey boozers top country's league table of shame
Surrey’s boozers are top of a shameful league table - there are more hazardous drinkers in the county than anywhere else in the country. Worryingly the largest percentage of Surrey drinkers who are consuming levels of alcohol that cause physical
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Cream cheese and tomatoes at Esher farmer's market
Norbury Blue cream cheese, Isle of Wight tomatoes and grass fed lamb will be on sale at the Esher Farmer’s Market this weekend. Elmbridge Council has promised it will arrange for the market to be held on a regular basis if it is successful.
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Chessington to launch guidelines for embarrassing parents
Chessington World of Adventures (CWA) is planning a “parents charter” of non-embarrasing behaviour after a poll revealed that a quarter of children will not be seen in public with their parents. The survey of 2,000 children was commissioned
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Business brains' green fingers
Business brains showed their green fingers, by volunteering to create an organic garden for a Streatham Hill school. Volunteers from Ernst and Young visited Christ Church Streatham Church of England primary school on Friday to help build the
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Top cop: 'Give young people a say in policing'
New Croydon police borough commander Adrian Roberts spoke exclusively to Kirsty Whalley about his vision for Croydon and promised more police on the streets and to give young people a say in policing. Croydon’s borough commander Chief Superintendent