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Window to get papal blessing
A stained-glass window by a top British artist will be blessed by the Pope when he stays in Wimbledon this week. The window at the apostolic nunciature in Parkside will be blessed by the pontiff, who is also set to hold a private mass in the
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Fundraiser eyes up 180-mile River Thames run
An ambitious fundraiser will attempt to run the entire 180-mile length of the Thames path in just one week to try and raise £10,000 for charity. Nick Jackson, from Putney, plans on taking on the mammoth challenge in aid of the Teenage Cancer
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LIVE: Reading v Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace head to the Madejski Stadium to take on Reading in the Championship this Saturday, 11th September. The Eagles are in search of their first win since their opening day victory over Leicester City. Since then, Palace have
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Graduate sold fake clothing on eBay to pay debts
A university graduate who sold more than £70,000 worth of counterfeit clothes and trainers on eBay to pay off his student debts has narrowly escaped a prison sentence. Justin Welham, 27, set up accounts called UK Clothing Company, UK Urban
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Inquest hears of "petty argument" before hairdresser's death
A New Malden hairdresser may not have been trying to kill himself when he stabbed himself in the heart after a “petty” argument with his wife, an inquest has heard. Marco D’Andrea, 53, was found dead in an alleyway behind the back garden of
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BREAKING NEWS: Teen shot in face in Tulse Hill
A teenager was shot in the face as he tried to get on a bus in Tulse Hill last night. Police said they were called at 10.05pm to Christchurch Road to reports of a shooting. A teenager, whose exact age is not yet known, was rushed to
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Crossing victory for Sutton residents
Residents have won a small victory after protesting against plans to remove a pedestrian crossing. The crossing in Collingwood Road – installed eight years ago, after a safety campaign by parents – could have been scrapped under Transport for
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Boy sells kitchen sink for cancer research
A 10-year-old Surbiton boy whose uncle has prostate cancer has raised £103 to help research. Joe Weighill, who attends St Matthew’s Primary School, held a garage sale of toys, household equipment and clothes on Saturday, September 4.
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Put landmarks in your diary
New and historic landmarks will open their doors to the public this month writes Stephanie Rowe. The Open House London event will offer a glimpse into the £8m Sutton Life Centre, which has caused controversy for its cost to taxpayers.
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Walton High Street to be transformed
Walton High Street is to be transformed in an environmental improvement scheme being carried out by Elmbridge Council. The Soul to the Street Improvement works aim to raise the profile and identity of the High Street and make it a more attractive
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Anger over 'school run' roadworks
Frustrated drivers have criticised the opening of roadworks in the centre of Mitcham in the same week the streets are swamped with school-run traffic. The week-long closure of Commonside East for resurfacing by Merton Council is causing lengthy
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Crocus campaign will raise polio awareness
Fundraisers are aiming to break the world record for planting crocus bulbs in a bid to raise awareness of a crippling global disease. Carshalton Rotary needs 600 volunteers to help plant 3000 bulbs in an hour during the event in Beddington
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Balham teenager makes London Fashion Week
A Balham teenager is to see a garment she created showcased on the London Fashion Week catwalk this month. Michelle Smith, 17, is one of 24 finalists in the 2010 Junior Awards, organised by creative charity Fashion Awareness Direct (F.A.D).
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Thousands back hot dog traders
A popular family of hot dog sellers kicked out of the shop they have run for 15 years have collected thousands of signatures supporting their bid to return. Marie Benson has been battling to save her business since Sutton Council earmarked
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Church still in search for disciples
A Christian church looking for disciples all over south-west London has left its New Malden home this week. South West Vineyard Church is moving to a new site in Putney to be closer to the location of its regularly Sunday meetings.
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Hamer aiming for special season with Bees
Brentford goalkeeper Ben Hamer says he re-joined the Bees to be part of a play-off challenge and from what he has seen the club is capable of doing it. The 22-year-old penned a four-month loan deal at Griffin Park three hours before the transfer window
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Motorist walks unscathed from horror crash
A motorist has spoken of his relief after he miraculously emerged from his crushed vehicle with just a few minor cuts and bruises, after being pushed almost 30ft by a runaway coach. Accountant Thomas Tucker’s car was the first of six vehicles
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Veggie plot plan for the centre of town
A green-fingered teacher plans to turn the centre of Croydon into a garden of Eden by growing enough produce to feed its residents. Helen Clarke’s ambitious plans include reclaiming unused land outside Croydon Parish Church and planting
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Car abandoned after crash outside pub
This car crashed just metres from a bus stop full of people before it was abandoned outside a pub. The green Ford Focus was found outside the Manor Arms early on Monday, August 30, with the bonnet smashed and oil leaking into the road.
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Night hostel's £1m refurbishment begins
A night hostel which looks after homeless and vulnerable people has started work on its “long overdue” £1m refurbishment. Leatherhead Night Hostel, in Church Road, will use the cash to build individual bedrooms along with new offices for support
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War history on display at Local Studies Fair
History enthusiasts can learn more about the borough’s fascinating past by attending the Croydon Local Studies Fair on September 18. Local historical societies will be represented and there will be talks during the afternoon celebrating the
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180-year-old building faces demolition in Crystal Palace
Campaigners fighting for the future of one of Crystal Palace’s oldest buildings have spoken of their concern it could be demolished. The Assembly Rooms building next to the White Hart, in Westow Street, was built in 1830, but in recent years
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Elmbridge Museum explores borough's beliefs
Elmbridge Museum presents a new exhibition exploring religious belief and its everlasting effect on the borough. Entitled Devotion: Belief in a Changing Borough, the exhibition charts the religious journey of Elmbridge from past to present.
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Top prize for Wandsworth Sally Army
Wandsworth’s Salvation Army shop has been praised in a “shop of the year” competition at Keele University. The awards were held by the Association Of Charity Shops, which represents 300 charities in the UK, operating 7,000 shops between them
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Bitterness over 'Camden' plans for Tooting Market
Plans to transform Tooting Market into “the Camden of south London” have met with bitterness from traders after their rent rose by up to 20 per cent. The market, in Tooting High Street, was bought by West Sussex-based Palas Properties last
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Family pay tribute to much-loved councillor
The daughter of a much-loved former Wandsworth councillor who passed away last month has paid tribute to her “best friend and wisest counsel”. Martin Hime, who served as a Conservative in West Putney between 2002 and 2006, passed away on August
