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Ex-lovers found guilty of Meredith Kercher's murder
The ex-lovers accused of killing Meredith Kercher have been found guilty of her murder. Amanda Knox was sentenced to 26 years in prison and Raffaele Sollecito was sentenced to 25 years in prison at an Italian court in Perugia. The Italian
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Kingston University students show they mean business
A waterless car wash service, fashion designs and children’s books are among the student businesses on show at a Christmas trade fair at Kingston University on Thursday, December 10. Kingston residents are invited to the event to see what 140
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Is Kyia the new Darcey Bussell?
Kyia Johnston, 11, could be set to become the new Darcey Bussell. Kyia was one of seven picked from 700 children from her age group who auditioned for a place at the London Children’s Ballet. Kyia, from Chadacre Road, Stoneleigh, will
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Quins trio aim to sink the Aussies
Three Harlequins forwards are in England’s U18 squad for their international against Australian Schools at Heywood Road, Sale, on Sunday, December 13 (2pm). George Merrick (Whitgift School), Kyle Sinckler (Epsom College) and Sam Twomey (Dulwich College
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Darts stars visit Headley Court
Darts stars James Wade, Colin Lloyd and Mark Dudbridge took part in the 180 Bets Darts Challenge with armed forces personnel at Headley Court, near Epsom, last week. The trio were joined by leading darts referee George Noble, Sky Sports MC John McDonald
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YouTube fears for leisure centre changing room CCTV
Female swimmers fear nude footage of themselves could be posted on the internet after Tooting Leisure Centre installed CCTV cameras in the ladies' changing rooms without warning. Human rights groups have branded the cameras, which are intended
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Streatham Megabowl and Caesars redevelopment plans rejected
A proposal for a major retail and residential complex on the Megabowl and Caesars site in Streatham Hill has been rejected by Lambeth Council. The planned development, which had divided the community because of its size and scale, would have
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Samsung and Vodafone sign up with Quins
Samsung and Vodafone 360 have announced the joint sponsorship of The Big Game 2 at Twickenham on December 27. The sponsorship is to support the launch of the Vodafone 360 Samsung H1 handset - the first in a number of handsets which delivers Vodafone
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Winter brings darkness fears for school children
By community correspondent Gaby Mills The final school bell rings; there’s a rush of children running for buses and trains. It may only be four o’ clock, but looking outside one might think it was more like seven. The sun is nowhere to be seen
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Masked robbers steal thousands in station raid
Masked robbers escaped with thousands of pounds after attacking a security van driver from behind at Thornton Heath station. The two attackers, who were wearing red and white bandanas over their faces, snatched the cash box from the guard as
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Preview: Crystal Palace v Doncaster Rovers
Crystal Palace could name an unchanged side as they look to continue their 100 per cent record against Doncaster Rovers at Selhurst Park tomorrow. The Eagles have won all five matches when Rovers have travelled to south London and will be confident of
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Lambeth lights up for Christmas
Streatham residents are invited to get into the seasonal spirit this afternoon as Santa rides into town for the switching on of the High Road’s Christmas lights. Father Christmas will be going green for the event, arriving by bus with his fairy
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Sick Monye misses trip to Leeds
Ugo Monye misses Harlequins clash at Leeds tonight through illness. Tom Williams replaces the British Lions star on the wing. However, the squad is bolstered with Gonzalo Tiesi back on the bench after international duty and Nils Mordt and George
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Crystal Palace 3 v 0 Watford 28/11/09
CRYSTAL PALACE 3 v 0 WATFORD Email your views on the game and Palace to gmoody@london.newsquest.co.uk. FULL TIME: An impressive victory for Palace who have that lightening quick start to thank and Speroni's penalty save just before the break.
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X Factor stars to perform at Quins v Wasps
Harlequins have teamed up with the X Factor to add to the entertainment for Big Game 2 at Twickenham Stadium on December 27. Putney-born Jamie Archer, known as Jamie Afro, and Welsh singer Lucie Jones will take to the stage as part of the pre-match
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Ollie sets some cracking times
Claygate teenager Ollie Millroy continued to impress in Formula Renault UK after a successful testing session at Brands Hatch and Snetterton for top teams Manor Competition, CRS and Fortec. Millroy, 19, produced some quick times in front of Manor boss
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Win the chance to grill Quins heroes
Fancy having a pint with Harlequins heroes Ugo Monye, Will Skinner and Tani Fuga? The Richmond and Twickenham Times has teamed up with Greene King IPA, the official beer of Harlequins, to offer 20 readers and a friend the chance to have a pint with three
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Quins' Skinner not involved in naming Richards' successor
Quins skipper Will Skinner has revealed he will play little part in the process to appoint director of rugby Dean Richards’ successor at the Stoop. Richards’ replacement will be unveiled before Christmas with a three-man selection panel expected to
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Blunderbus are Pinocchio puppet masters
Children’s theatre company Blunderbus is returning to Brentford’s Watermans arts centre with a Christmas treat for youngsters – a new version of the much-loved fairytale The Adventures of Pinocchio, writes Will Gore. The show, which opens
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Dorothy Little
9th July 1935 - 24th November 2009 Died suddenly but peacefully at Kingston Hospital after a short illness. She was simply the best Mum and Nannie you could ever wish for, and one who will be loved and remembered always by Laurence, Vicki, Laura
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Leslie Saunders
Late of Twickenham In Loving Memory of my dear husband Les who passed away on 9th December 2008. Always in our thoughts Dorothy, Lynda, Kenneth and Rosemarie, Grandchildren, Family and Friends
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Surbiton High History Evening
Surbiton High School students from Years 10 -13 recently gathered for an evening of History. The evening kicked off with an interesting presentation by Meriel Jeater (curator – Museum of London). Students in Year 13 then gave extended project presentations
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RECYCLING, ENVIRONMENTALLY AND PEOPLE FRIENDLY?
By community correspondent Anish Kaul Recycling is being seen as more and more important by authorities and people everywhere. With issues like global warming and climate change becoming more important to people, measures are being taken to
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Richmond Park's deer snag teen photo award
These striking images depict the deer of Richmond Park as you have never seen them before. Snapped by award-winning teenage photographer Sam Rowley, these pictures capture a side to the animals most pedestrians and motorists miss as they pass
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Taking a different approach to art
The Tate Modern had some VIP visitors from Epsom recently, including some with four legs. The Surrey Association for Visual Impairment has been running a project to take people with visual problems out and about on various outings. One
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River Wandle welcomes new fish
More than 2,500 young fish were released by Environment Agency (EA) fisheries teams in the River Wandle last week. The batches of chub, roach and dace have been specially reared and trained for life in the wild at the EA’s Calverton Fish Farm
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Ballet fits the bill for Christmas
When Chelsea Ballet was founded in 1967 by Ballet Rambert soloist, the late Thelma Litster, the group’s mission was a simple one – to give amateur ballet enthusiasts a chance to take to the stage, writes Will Gore. After Litster’s death in 2002, her
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Double murder accused committed suicide, inquest finds
A Colombian double murder accused who died while on remand at High Down prison committed suicide, an inquest has heard. Woking Coroner’s Court was told the body of Christian Gomez-Remolina was found hanging from a window in his cell on June
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Meredith Kercher's parents fly to Italy for murder trial verdict
The parents of murdered Coulsdon student, Meredith Kercher, are due to arrive in Italy for the verdict of her murder trial. Arline and John Kercher flew to Perugia today to see the jury deliver its verdict on whether or not Amanda Knox and
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Your verdict on the number 65 bus
As the old saying goes – you wait ages for a bus and then two come along at once. But the 65 bus service, which has been dubbed the worst in London, appears to travel in threes or fours. Passengers who regularly travel the route, which
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Pioneering transplant surgery for St Helier hospital patient
A St Helier Hospital patient has become the first person to receive a new pioneering kidney transplant. The transplant technique – only available at a handful of hospitals in Europe – allows surgeons to transplant a kidney from donor to recipient
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Twickenham Museum's riverside stories
The Mayor of Richmond, Councillor Celia Hodges, will be at the Twickenham Museum (25 The Embankment, Twickenham) at noon tomorrow to open the new exhibition, Down by the Riverside. The exhibition features displays on all aspects of the Thames and the
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Esher pupils dig blooming green message
Pupils from Shrewsbury Lodge in Milbourne Lane, Esher, played their part last week in the preparations for next year’s Claygate in Bloom festival. Youngsters from the Green Fingers gardening club and the school’s Green Team joined other volunteers
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Quins' Lowe gives Kingston selection headache
Harlequins hooker Tani Fuga reckons centre George Lowe’s brace against Gloucester was not unexpected and has given head coach John Kingston a real selection headache. The 20-year-old academy star crossed twice - his first senior tries for the
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Warning over bogus Sutton doorstep sellers
A campaign is being launched this week warning residents about the dangers of rogue doorstep salesmen. Your Doorstep, Your Decision will encourage old and vulnerable people to be cautious before buying products from door-to-door sellers.
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Kingston Hospital named London's best
Kingston Hospital has been named the best district general hospital in London, in a prestigious guide published on Saturday. The Dr Foster guide for 2009, which uses statistics from within the NHS, said fewer patients died at Kingston than
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Bees want big time show against League One small fry
Striker Charlie MacDonald says it is time Brentford got results against League One minnows to keep talk of relegation at bay. The pint-sized 28-year-old headed home John Bostock’s cross from close range to secure a surprise 1-0 win over high-flying
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Bah Humbug!
The Ghosts of Christmas will be paying a visit to the Lantern Arts Centre this December to take part in its latest production, Scrooge The Musical. The show has been adapted from the Oscar-nominated film version, starring Albert Finney and Alec Guinness
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Mitcham anti-gun and knife campaigner made ambassador
Prominent anti-gun and knife crime campaigner Alex Rose has been appointed as an ambassador for the Spirit of London Awards. Alex, 19, set up the campaign Stop (Stop This Ongoing Problem) following the murder of his friend Eugene Attram in
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Mitcham man's music and charity plan to transform Streatham pub
A year ago the White Lion pub in Streatham was at a low - its licensing hours slashed after a policeman trying to help a stab victim was attacked by out-of-control drinkers. Now it has been taken over by a charity hoping to transform its fortunes
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Kingston's adult social care 'performing well'
Adult social care in Kingston is “performing well”, according to the Care Quality Commission’s annual performance assessment. The report pointed to improvements in increasing choice and control and maintaining personal dignity and respect,
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Coma crash man celebrates 18th birthday
Just four years ago David Stamp spent his 14th birthday in a coma, with his family standing vigil at his bedside. David underwent emergency surgery and a bolt was put into his skull after he sustained massive head injuries when he was hit by
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Star-studded panto finally gets underway in Wimbledon
After all the hype and the big name announcements the waiting is finally over as Aladdin gets underway at New Wimbledon Theatre tonight. If you have been living on Mars for the last two months or somehow managed to avoid the posters plastered
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Three arrested after Wallington cannabis factory raids
Three people have been arrested after police uncovered cannabis factories in Wallington last Thursday morning. Two men aged 22 and 29, and a woman aged 48, were arrested for cultivation of cannabis and one of them was also arrested for possession
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Oxshott salon proves a cut above for Chase Hospice
The owner of a salon that opened in Oxshott this week has been inspired to offer treatments to all his clients, in return for a donation to the Chase Hospice. James Davis, who opened the Clay Salon and Spa in High Street on Tuesday, visited
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BNP hijack Remembrance Day
The BNP hijacked Mitcham’s Remembrance Sunday event, parading a party banner in front of the War Memorial and duping residents to appear in a photograph. The propaganda shot has since appeared on London Patriot - an extreme right-wing website
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Rugby tournament raises cash in memory of hero
Mitcham Rugby Club have raised more than £10,000 in memory of Daniel Simpson, a former club member who was killed in Afghanistan in July. The 20-year-old rifleman from Croydon, one of five soldiers killed in an early morning Taliban ambush,
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Union protests at Kingston NHS Your Healthcare plans
Union members protested outside NHS Kingston headquarters on Monday, to oppose the handing over of more than 500 nurses to a new social enterprise. About 20 Unite members handed out leaflets opposing the creation of Your Healthcare as people
