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Girls vs Boys
By Community Correspondent Kajal Randeva As a girl once eleven years old I remember studying for my eleven plus exams and thinking how difficult it was for us girls. The boys meanwhile were relaxing as they would not sit common entrance for
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Morden Hall Park: A National Trust Treasure
By Community Correspondent Katie Kemp Morden: a centre of transportation; a place where retreat seems the most unlikely attainment among the hurried and restless movement of each new tide. However, beyond the rumbling of engines and unsettling
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Hunt pays tribute to Bees faithful
People power is behind Brentford’s 11 match unbeaten home league record, according to midfielder David Hunt. Boss Andy Scott’s men have not seen their colours lowered in League One at Griffin Park since a 3-2 defeat to play-off chasing Swindon
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Cambridge Road estate says farewell to The Bill
Police running through the streets will almost always be a negative in Norbiton, after the announcement The Bill has been cancelled. The show, which has run for 26 years, filmed in the borough four or five times a year, paying up to £9,000 annually
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M&S hoax bomber gets two years
A hoax bomber has been sentenced to two years in jail for threatening to blow up three branches of Marks and Spencer’s in December last year. Philip Harris, from Windsor Crescent, Farnham, made the threats as “revenge” for what he described
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Twomey returns for England U18
England's Under 18 side face their toughest test of the season against a Wales side containing RBS 6 Nations starlet Tom Prydie at Swansea on Sunday (2.30pm). The Ospreys' teenager became Wales's youngest international player when he appeared against
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Chilli Chutney review
Chilli Chutney serves a delicious combination of authentic and contemporary Lahori food in its fully licensed restaurant in Streatham High Road. An upmarket Pakistani restaurant in appearance and quality, but at a reasonable price, it has had
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Grabban set to bolster Bees options
Brentford loan signing Lewis Grabban may not be deployed as a straight striker, according to midfielder David Hunt. The 22-year-old Millwall frontman joined up with his new team mates for training on Thursday after a completing a one month
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Care and Monye back for O'Shea's first game
As they head into a new era, under the guidance of new director of rugby Conor O'Shea, Harlequins will be looking for a much needed win against the in-form Bath at the Rec tomorrow. With the RBS 6 Nations concluded, Quins will be bolstered by the
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Anita Cook
Passed away 12th March. Much loved Wife of Terry, Mum of Gina, Nan of Hollie and Rhea Proprietor of “Anitas” Hairdressers Raynes Park She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral to be held at Kingston Crematorium on Tuesday 30th
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Grace Harris
Passed away peacefully on 19th March aged 93 years. Much loved Mother of Val and Mike, beloved Nanny and Great Nanny. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Enquiries and donations if desired to ‘Homelink’ c/o Andrew Holmes &
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Doreen & Lyndon Weight
Congratulations and best wishes on your Diamond (60th) Wedding Anniversary on 25th March. Much love John, David, Anne and families xxx
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Ayres, Betty
On 16th March 2010 peacefully in Meadow House Hospice, aged 82 years. Much loved Mother, Grandmother and Sister. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Flowers or donations to Meadow House Hospice c/o Arnold Funeral Service
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Mumford - Tylor Rosa (Nanny)
Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 15th March 2010, aged 95 years. Much loved Mother to Susan, Grandmother to Natalie and Lucy, Great-Grandmother to Oliver. She will be sadly missed by family and friends. The funeral has already
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Edward charles Hains (Ted)
Formerly worked at Vine Products in Kingston. Born in Kingston, moved to Chessington Passed away peacefully on Monday 22nd March aged 90 at Kingston Hospital. Father to Brian, Grandad to Matthew and Eleanor, Great Grandad to Rosie. Funeral to
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Birtwistle Morfudd
Suddenly after a short illness on Friday 19th March 2010 at West Wales General Hospital. Mrs Morfudd Birtwistle (née Thomas), formerly of Pontsian, Llandysul, Kingston-on-Thames and Aberystwyth. Faithful Wife of the late Clive Birtwistle, loving
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Rose Wyatt
Jack and John would like to thank everyone for attending Rose’s funeral on Tuesday 16th March at St Stephen’s Church, Langley Vale and for their kind donations to the Princess Alice Hospice
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Vera Dorothea Bacon
Sad to announce the passing of VERA DOROTHEA BACON Beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother On Saturday 13th March in St Helier Hospital after a short illness. Funeral took place at St John’s Church Belmont on 24th March. Donations on
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Glayds Sylvia Clark
Passed away suddenly on 17th March 2010 aged 89. A very much loved Wife, Mother, Sister and Nana who will be sadly missed. Service at Randall’s Park Crematorium at Leatherhead on 1st April 2010 at 12.30pm. No flowers please, but donations to
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Patricia Reynolds (Née McCluskey)
Passed away peacefully on 18th March 2010. She will be sadly missed by her Husband Gordon, Children, Grandchildren, family and friends. Funeral will take place at Randalls Park Crematorium on Wednesday 31st March at 9.30am Family flowers only
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Morhej Lisa
Hassan, Sean and Lisa’s parents wish to thank all friends, neighbours and family who attended Lisa’s funeral on 17th March at Mortlake Crematorium. Special thanks to Russell Bates for the excellent service. Also to Eithne and Philip Gonsalves
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Frederick John Jackson
Sadly passed away on 7th March 2010 aged 92 years. A loving caring Husband, Father and Grandfather. Greatly missed by all. Donations can be made to The British Heart Foundation or The Royal British Legion c/o W A Truelove and Son Ltd, Sutton
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Roderick D Kelly & Margaret (Polly), née Perkins
KELLY 1st March 2010 Tragically following car accident in France, Roderick D Kelly and his Wife Margaret (Polly), née Perkins, of Tooting London. Deeply mourned by family and friends. Funeral Service at Randall’s Park Crematorium, Randall’s Park
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Phyllis Esslemont
Born 29th January 1910, passed away peacefully on 12th March. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. The Funeral will take place on 29th March at Putney Vale Crematorium at 12.40pm
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Joan Marie Maidement
Passed away peacefully in her sleep on 17th March 2010 aged 83. Dearly loved by all her family. Enquiries to T H Sanders 020 8948 1551
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Kenneth Sharpe
Died 8th March 2010 Greatly missed by family and friends Service of Thanksgiving at Randalls Park Crematorium 29th March at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Princess Alice Hospice c/o Frederick Paine, Esher 01372 464021
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Edith Grimes
In loving memory of EDITH GRIMES (known as Joan) Passed away peacefully on 12th March 2010. Will be sadly missed by her family. Funeral on 26th March at St Mary’s The Virgin, Mortlake High Street at 12.00 noon followed by service at Mortlake
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Hoy - Derek
HOY - DEREK Of Burbage formerly of Kingstonupon- Thames and Chessington, Surrey passed away peacefully on 17th March 2010 aged 87 years. Beloved Husband of Joan, dearly loved Daddy of Sandra, Michael and Jackie and a much loved Grandad and
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Sharling - Joan Mary
Peacefully in hospital on 16th March aged 83. Mother of Jesse, Sadie, John, Mary and the late Gerard and Jeffrey. Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Aunt and friend. Requiem Mass at Sacred Heart Church, Edge Hill, Wimbledon, 9.00am Wednesday
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Missing
2 year old brown spotted cat, Hampton Hill Phone 07770 588662
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Your Local Guardian makes headlines over council newspapers
The Guardian Series' battle to protect the voice of residents against taxpayer-funded council newspapers is set to hit the TV headlines. BBC London News is covering the debate over the threat to local and regional newspapers posed by council-produced
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Thompson, Jim
27.3.2004 Remembering a dear Uncle Love Shirley
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Redpath
REDPATH Our dear Dad Even after all these years we love and miss you so much You left us far to early Bill, Pat, Robin and Grandchildren
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Hillyer
HILLYER Our dear Brother ART 23.3.1964 Also his Birthday 20th March Forever in our thoughts We will never forget you Love Rose, Joyce and families
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Missing
Black tortoiseshell female cat, grey collar, name barrell, from South Bank, Surbiton. Tel: Anne 020 8390 0743 or 07752 662979 £20 reward offered
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Redpath
REDPATH My darling Bill Died suddenly 25.3.1985 A special smile A special face A special someone We cannot replace Loving Wife Joy Until we meet again
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Hillyer Frank
Killed whilst shunting at Clapham Junction Goods Yard 2.4.1950 A passing thought A silent tear Keep your memory Always near Sisters, Rose, Joyce and families
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Peter John Roche
Ever loving and tender memories of a dear Son and Brother. Died tragically 26th March 1968 aged 22. Sadly missed, remembered and loved always. Mum and Sheila
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Pupil wins award for heart-felt speech on war
A Norbury student won first place in the Croydon heat of a public speaking competition last week. Mayward Martindale, 15, from Norbury Manor Business and Enterprise College for Girls, spoke about how war has destroyed her home country Sierra
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Freddie Woodrow
6.1.1939-25.3.2000 Beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather 10 years today since you were taken from us and it only seems like yesterday. Will be forever missed Always in our hearts Beryl, Colin, Lorna and Grandchildren XXXX
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Tom Dixon
In loving memory of TOM DIXON 28/03/1938 to 27/03/2009 You may have left us but not a day goes by when you are not in our thoughts and forever in our hearts Gill and Kerry
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Paul Dobson
Happy 40th PAUL DOBSON On 27th March 2010 All our love Mum, Dad, Sarah, Martin, Paige and George
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Paul & Lisa Maycock
Anyone that knows the whereabouts of Paul Maycock and Lisa Maycock once of 6 Sutherland Grove, Teddington please contact Baron Grey Solicitors on 020 8891 4311 (Ref: DG)
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Many snappy returns for RTPS
The Richmond and Twickenham Photographic Society’s (RTPS) annual exhibition opens at the Landmark Arts Centre, Teddington, this Wednesday and this year’s show is a special one as it marks the society’s 120th anniversary, writes Will Gore. The show will
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Bourn again at the Orange Tree
Alan Ayckbourn’s Taking Steps opened at the Orange Tree this week and in the second part of our interview with the playwright and director he discusses why he is drawn to comedy and what makes him a cross between Dickens and Austen. Will Gore reports
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Breaking News: Pensioner hit by bus rushed to hospital
A pensioner was left fighting for her life after being hit by a bus in Streatham Hill this morning. The woman, aged about 65, was rushed to hospital with "serious head injuries" after she was hit at about 9am by the 109 bus at the junction
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KICKING-BOX YOUR STRESS AWAY
Do you ever find that there is that one person that knows how to push all your wrong buttons but can get away with it because of their sly character? Or is your work style clashing with your fitness time? Well kickboxing is a wonderful way to release
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Rosslyn Park star shines for England
ENGLAND SEVENS got off to the best possible start by beating hosts Hong Kong 45-0 in their opening match of the Cathay Pacific/Credit Suisse Hong Kong Sevens (26-28 March). England scored seven tries with Oliver Lindsay-Hague (Harlequins) and Nick
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Angelic foursome heading to Epsom
Charlotte Ritchie may have three best-selling albums and even an appearance in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire to her credit, but for her the chance to perform live is all that matters. Ritchie is one member of the classical crossover quartet All
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Lindsay-Hague brace in sevens rout
Enlgand Sevens got off to the best possible start by beating hosts Hong Kong 45-0 in their opening match of the Cathay Pacific/Credit Suisse Hong Kong Sevens. England scored seven tries with Oliver Lindsay-Hague (Harlequins) and Nick Royle (Fylde)
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Heathrow protesters win third runway challenge
Plans for a third runway at Heathrow lie in tatters today after a High Court ruling against the Government decision to go ahead with the scheme. Lord Justice Sir Robert Carnwath ruled the Government must go back to square one and begin consultation
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Business advice for entreprenuers and job hunters
More than 200 people were given a helping hand finding a job or starting a business during the recent Jobs+ Fair at Croydon’s Fairfield Halls. Three housing associations teamed up with Croydon Black and Minority Ethnic Forum to put on the event
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Fire victim died on Mother's Day, police confirm
A Tooting woman in her 50s, rescued from a fire last week, died on Mother’s Day, police confirmed. Firefighters hoped they had saved Karen Connard when they broke into her flat and rushed her to hospital by air ambulance on March 12.
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Election candidates for Putney in VSO hustings
Parliamentary candidates for Putney, Roehampton and Southfields had their say on international development during a hustings in Putney on Monday. Hosted by the charity, Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO), the debate examined tackling global poverty
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Balkestein agrees Bees switch
Brentford have agreed terms with Ipswich Town to make defender Pim Balkestein their first signing of the summer. The 22-year-old centre-back completed a switch to the Bees on loan transfer deadline day yesterday, bringing the Dutchman back
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Dons boss stunned by Main injury blow
Terry Brown admits he was almost lost for words after news filtered through yesterday that striker Jon Main will miss the rest of the season with a cruciate ligament injury. Main was injured during Tuesday night's frustrating 2-0 home defeat to Barrow
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Drugs seized and four arrested in Sutton raids
Drugs were seized and four men were arrested after police raids on homes. Two men, a 35-year-old and a 22-year-old were arrested during the first raid on Thursday at Tudor court, just yards from Sutton train station, at 1.30pm. A quantity
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YOUR SAY: Bands reforming
Swedish supergroup Abba have fuelled the fire of rumours that they could reform. Despite previous denials that the foursome, who have sold more than 370 million records, would ever perform together again, Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus - half of
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Redskins claim Oxford scalp
Streatham Redskins finished off the season in style with a shock 6-5 victory over Oxford City Stars. The Redskins travelled to Oxford without Perry Richardson, Russell Stevens and Chris Wittenberg. Backed by a vociferous band of fans, the
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Police offers tea and biscuits at 'cruising' spot
People visiting a well-known Surrey gay cruising spot have been provided £120 worth of tea and biscuits by Surrey Police. The force have admitted providing the hot beverages and snacks between May and July at the Hog’s Back Cafe, a well known
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Massage parlour attracts 200-signature petition
A petition with more than 200 names has been presented to a Kingston Council committee, objecting a new massage parlour which could be built in between two Old Malden schools. Ellen O’Connell, who lives in Manor Drive North, presented the
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Sutton affordable housing shortage revealed
Sutton Council is delivering only 28 per cent of affordable homes that are needed, according to a new report by housing charity Shelter. The Housing League Table, launched last week, shows Sutton is failing to deliver enough affordable homes
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Council spends £70,000 recruiting one worker
Cash-strapped Lambeth Council has been criticised for spending a whopping £70,000 on recruiting a director for a top job with a six-figure salary. The cash, spent to find a new director of children and young person’s services, will come directly
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NEO who stood up to gang brawlers should be commended
A council warden who single-handedly tried to stop a gang battle in the town centre has been put forward for a commendation. Mark Pesckett, who has worked as a neighbourhood enforcement officer (Neo) since the scheme’s inception in 2007, fearlessly
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Daredevil jailed for motorbike stunts on busy road
A motorcyclist has been jailed after doing high speed “wheelies” and “power slides” on a busy road in broad daylight. James Stoddart, 48, of Chessington Road, Epsom, was among a group of eleven motorcyclists who overtook an unmarked police
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Trout in the Wandle once more
The days when Lord Nelson fished the Wandle for its world famous trout are set to return thanks to the hard work of schoolchildren from across Merton, Sutton, Wandsworth and Croydon. For the first time in more than 200 years, the river’s trout
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Norbiton a "ghost town" due to bridge works
Norbiton businesses are struggling to cope, after the area was turned into a “ghost town” by road closures to allow Network Rail to replace Coombe Road rail bridge. The area suffered similar disruption for six weeks in summer 2008, when a previous
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Campaigner calls for churches to allow civil partnerships
A gay rights campaigner has called on churches in Surrey to “embrace modern society” and allow civil partnership ceremonies to be held in their premises. Gino Meriano has fought for the rights of same sex couples most of his adult life, welcomed
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Rare car grill and stunt bike stolen
A rare Lancia Aurelia grill and Specialized stunt jumper bike were stolen from a domestic garage in Epsom between 7pm on Sunday, March 7 and 10.30pm on Tuesday, March 9. The grill was removed from the 1960’s Lancia sport and is described as
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MP's family link to drug baron
Mitcham and Morden’s MP has written a character reference for one of the bosses of a £63m skunk smuggling network. Peter Moran is facing a lengthy prison sentence after admitting his part in Britain's largest ever cannabis ring. He and
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Croydon teen admits robbery in New Malden
A teenager has admitted committing a violent robbery in Kingston last week, just three days after saying sorry for a gang robbery in New Malden. The 15-year-old from Croydon, who cannot be named for legal reasons, pleaded guilty at Kingston
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Police raid nets stolen goods target
Sutton police officers have arrested a woman for handling stolen goods after raids in a Wallington estate. The raids took place at 8am on Wednesday morning (March 24) at three houses on the Roundshaw estate. Officers forced entry to
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Planning decision made behind closed doors angers residents
A decision has been made behind closed doors at the council to extend the permit for the controversial Epsom station re-development, sparking anger from residents. On March 16, Epsom and Ewell Council officers decided to extend permission given
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Charity issues warning over collections
Residents are warned not to hand over donations of second hand goods to collectors at their doors without checking how they will be used. The British Heart Foundation (BHF) said commercial collectors can pocket up to 60 per cent of the good
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Physio helped tame snow leopard on Olympic slopes
A physiotherapist who helped train Ghana’s only ski champion, the Snow Leopard, has returned to Croydon after the winter Olympic games. Tim Allardyce has spent the past three months working with Kwame Nkrumah-Acheampong, who grew up in an African
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Seven-day NHS centre opens at Clapham Junction
A new NHS walk-in centre and GP practise is to open in Battersea on Tuesday, March 30. Residents are invited to an open day this Saturday, March 27, from 10am to 3pm, to meet the healthcare team and pre-register. The Junction Health
