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Comedian Jimmy Tarbuck rebailed over sex abuse claims
Comedian Jimmy Tarbuck was rebailed yesterday over inquiries into child sex abuse allegations. The allegations date back to the 1970s. A North Yorkshire Police spokesman said: “A 73-year-old man arrested in connection with an historic child
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Missing Lambeth teen believed to be in Croydon
Police are appealing for information about a missing 15-year-old girl who may be in the Croydon area. Tyra Hyman from Lambeth, was last seen by her parents on Monday, July 29, when they dropped her off at her friend's home in Chandler Way, Southwark
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Brentford snap up former Tottenham Hotspur and Charlton Athletic keeper as replacement for outward bound Moore
Brentford have put plan B into action and signed goalkeeper David Button from Charlton Athletic for an undisclosed. Following the departure of Simon Moore to Cardiff City yesterday [Monday], Bees boss Rosler acted swiftly to recruit 24-year-old
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Kingston's one-way system fully re-opened following floods
Kingston's one-way system has fully re-opened in time for rush hour following flooding and lane closures. An investigation into the cause of flooding which closed Kingsgate Road yesterday morning concluded high water in the Thames had backed up
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Community pays tribute to rare cancer victim Adam Bird
Family and friends have paid tribute to a boy whose battle with cancer captured the community’s heart at a memorial service this morning. Adam Bird, nine, from Epsom, died on July 11, despite receiving pioneering treatment for a rare and aggressive
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St Helier's A&E popular with patients despite proposed closures, NHS report reveals
An axe might be hanging over St Helier Hospital’s A&E department, but its loyal patients have an overwhelming support for the service, figures have revealed. The NHS has hit the headlines again today after a new survey has revealed patients
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One-of-a-kind buggy stolen from Wallington man's garage
A car enthusiast believes thieves followed him home so they could steal his home made motor buggy just days after he finished it. Robert Ware spent almost a year building the buggy and is now offering a reward to anyone who can help him get it
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Ma Goa crowned winner of 2013 Wandsworth Curry Awards
The polls have closed and the votes have been counted and we are pleased to announce the winner of the 2013 Wandsworth Curry Awards is Ma Goa. Celebrating its 20th anniversary the family run restaurant in the heart of Putney distinguishes itself
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Worcester Park Tavern taken over by squatters
Squatters are camping out in a derelict pub. The group of homeless people have taken refuge in the Worcester Park Tavern, on Park Terrace. The pub, which closed down last year despite a campaign to keep it open, has been inhabited for the past
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Al-Hilli brother re-bailed to October
The brother of murdered Claygate businessman Saad Al-Hilli has been re-bailed by police after he was arrested last month. Zaid Al-Hilli, 54, of North Parade, Chessington, was arrested on June 24 on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder and was
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Frail Wallington pensioner stung in sewer pipe scam
A 29-year-old woman has been jailed for her part in a highly organised criminal network tricking vulnerable people out of thousands of pounds. Natalie Thompson, of Hayday Road, east London, has been jailed for 14 months after subjecting her victims
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VIDEO: Walk in Tooting remembers suffragettes
A charity walk took place to commemorate the work of the suffragettes. The event, which took place in Tooting on Saturday, was to remember the 50,000 suffragettes who walked to Hyde Park 100 years ago. Walkers set off from Church Lane and
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Erwee’s big moment fopr Weybridge CC is spoiled by the rain
Weybridge CC’s SJ Erwee admitted he could not sleep ahead of his shot at a fifth consecutive century in the Surrey Championship. Unfortunately, Saturday’s weather played a major role as Erwee fell short with a knock of 59 during a winning draw
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Worcester Park charity shop targeted by thieves twice in one night
Police caught two women rummaging through donated clothes outside a charity shop. Two women, aged 72 and 47, were spotted by police stealing a pink toy box, two lampshades, a black bag of toys and plastic box of various items from outside the British
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Attack on woman in Carshalton sparks police manhunt
This man is wanted in connection with an assault on a woman, believed to be his ex-partner. David Pacitto, 26, is wanted on suspicion of attacking the 38-year-old woman outside an address in Green Wrythe Lane, Carshalton, on June 16. He is
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Six men arrested after teenager stabbed in Earlsfield
Six men have been arrested after a teenager was stabbed close to a popular pub. Police were called to the incident at 6pm on Tuesday, July 23, which took place close to the Half Way House, Garratt Lane, Earlsfield. The London Ambulance Service
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Charlton Athletic's Michael Smith signs for AFC Wimbledon on a wave of good feeling
Striker Michael Smith made the switch from Charlton Athletic to AFC Wimbledon after hearing good things about the club. Smith has signed on loan until January 1 and has been touted as the man to fill the number nine shirt when the season starts
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Unemployment in Sutton falls to lowest level in three years
Unemployment in Sutton has fallen to its lowest level in three years, according to new statistics. Figures released last week by the Office of National Statistics (ONS) revealed that the number of people claiming Jobseekers Allowance (JSA) in Carshalton
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Wimbledon man charged with assault at anti-Islam rally in Croydon
A 21-year-old, arrested during a far-right rally at the UK Border Agency headquarters in Croydon on Saturday, has been charged by police. Ian McDonald, of Wimbledon, was one of two men arrested when English Volunteer Force (EVF) supporters faced
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VIDEO: Massive fat blockage found in Kingston sewage pipe
Enough fat to fill a double-decker bus has been discovered clogging up a Kingston sewage pipe. The 15-tonne blockage, composed of fat and wet wipes flushed away from homes and businesses, was found under London Road by Thames Water investigators
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J S Wright appoints local engineer to senior contracts role
Booming business in the South East has prompted building services provider J S Wright to appoint David Smith from Sutton as a Senior Contracts Engineer. With more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, David has joined the Birmingham-based company
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Church-going alley cat knocked down outside his favourite pub
A handsome alley cat was knocked down by a car just outside his favourite boozer. Middle-aged stray Woody, who is a regular at the Woodman Pub in Carshalton, was found injured by a member of staff on their way to work two weeks ago. The
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Hundreds get first glimpse of proposed student flats complex in Ewell
Hundreds of residents have had their first glimpse of plans to build an enormous complex for 600 students plus elderly people and families in Ewell. Concerns raised at a public exhibition included traffic problems, a lack of parking, litter and
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Volunteer uses own experiences with cancer to help others
A volunteer is using her own experiences with cancer to help the lives of others. Becki McGuinness, 26, of Southfields, was once told she had terminal cancer but is nearing the five year mark of being in remission. She was diagnosed with a
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Olympic hopeful from Mitcham designs innovative sports massager
A champion athlete and university graduate has designed an innovative vibrating sports massager to aid exercise and recovery. Tremayne Gilling, from Mitcham, is a 100m and 200m sprinter with dreams of Olympic glory in 2016. Mr Gilling trains
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Croydon Harriers win Youth Development League South One title
Croydon Harriers celebrated promotion on Saturday after clinching the UK Youth Development League U17 and U20 South One title at Croydon Arena. The club went into the final fixture five points clear of Brighton & Hove City and virtually assured
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Tribunal into GP accused of taking £100,000 will not finish until next March
A tribunal investigating a GP accused of taking £100,000 from an NHS funded out-of-hours service and ignoring over a hundred out-of-hours calls will not be fully resolved for another nine months. Dr Ravi Sondhi is accused of misconduct at a Medical
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'Help, I'm stuck': Sutton's weirdest emergency rescues revealed
Firefighters' most unusual rescues have been revealed, including someone with their hand stuck in a shredder and someone trapped in the bars of a fence. Sutton's firefighters have been called to six separate incidents in the last three
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Recipe: Summer salad of grilled Tenderstem, peaches & goats’ cheese
This simple salad is bursting with freshness and flavor. When it’s hot outside try using a barbeque instead of a griddle for a perfect alfresco dish! Serves 4 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes You’ll need: 200g
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Sutton welcomes funding boost for dementia services
The Government has pumped £200,000 into dementia care in the borough. Sutton Council last week welcomed a grant of £197,000 from the Department of Health for its project to create dementia-friendly environments in sheltered housing. The project
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VIDEO: Harley Street hypnotherapist tries to help Sutton smokers
A group hypnotherapy session aimed at helping people to quit smoking was held on Saturday. The Stop Smoking Group Hypnosis was held at the Thomas Wall Centre, in Sutton, and was organised by Harley Street hypnotherapist John Mill who also aimed
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'I Love Purley' design wins student £250 for her school
An artistic pupil's 'I Love Purley' design has bagged her school £250. Tesco Extra in Purley launched a competition inviting nearby schools to design a poster illustrating why they love their area and 10-year-old Emma Sawyer was crowned the winner
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Kingston underpass flooding caused by Thames flowing back into sewers
Yesterday’s road closures and flooding in Kingston town centre were caused by the Thames flowing back into sewers, an investigation has found. High tides combined with heavy rain over the weekend meant surface water did not drain away. Drivers
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Still no date set for Gloria Foster death report
A date has still not been set for the release of a report into the death of a pensioner who was left to starve for over a week. Banstead widow Gloria Foster died in February after being left to starve for nine days when the daily carer visits she
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Police launch clampdown on unwanted sexual behaviour on public transport
Police officers launched an operation to clampdown on unwanted sexual behaviour on public transport. The operation, named Project Guardian, saw officers patrol Clapham Junction and Wimbledon stations. Officers from the British Transport Police
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Moore is no more at Griffin Park as keeper fulfils Premier League dream
Former Brentford keeper Simon Moore said he is realising his Premier League dream after signing for Cardiff City yesterday. The 23-year-old signed a four-year deal with the Premier League new boys, after impressing new boss Malky Mackay with a
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Elmbridge Mencap in urgent need of volunteers
A charity that supports adults and young people with learning disabilities is urgently seeking volunteers. Elmbridge Mencap, which operates at Burview Hall, Walton, wants new volunteers to become trustees and help at social sessions each week.
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Duke of Kent opens refurbished care home in South Croydon
The Duke of Kent joined the mayor of Croydon at the official opening of a refurbished care home last week. Prince Edward and Councillor Yvette Hopley met staff and residents at James Terry Court in Haling Park Road, South Croydon, during the visit
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Building sites should have limits
Dear Sir/Madam The bottom part of Church Hill Road has turned into a constant unhealthy D.I.Y. (and save a few pounds) building site. Scaffolding, houses paint light blue, dusty pile of rubble, over laden skips on the pavements and virtually
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PICTURES: Thornton Heath kids don gowns for nursery graduation
Children got an early taste of university life when they donned gowns and mortar boards for their nursery graduation. Pupils picked up a pretend scroll in front of proud parents at Elizabeth Hammond Day Nursery in Whitehorse Lane, Thornton Heath
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Illegal immigrant from Morden deported back to Mauritius
A Mauritian immigrant has been deported after masquerading as an journalism graduate. The 28-year-old, of Martin Way in Morden, admitted to paying £7,000 for a false certificate for an MA in International Journalism from City University in
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Surrey overcome favourites to win the Aegon Summer County Cup
Surrey ended Hertfordshire’s four years of dominance in the Aegon Summer County Cup to win their first title since 2000 in Eastbourne. The team, led by former ATP top 200 player Danny Sapsford, defeated the champions 5-2 to round off a remarkable
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All Surrey libraries to lose music CDs by next year
Music CDs will be withdrawn from all of Surrey’s libraries, including from Epsom library, by next year. A Surrey County Council spokeswoman said that while audiobook CDs will continue to be available, music CDs will not as they no longer
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Changes made to food hygiene standards
Hygiene standards of food businesses in Elmbridge will be displayed in a new way from August 1. Elmbridge Council has joined the national Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRS), which provides information on food hygiene standards to help people choose
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Surrey Hills hopefuls descend on Weybridge
Donning their finest outfits and ready to make a lasting impression, reality TV hopefuls descended on Weybridge to bid for their place in the spotlight. Producers of the upcoming programme Surrey Hills held a casting session at Red Bar, Queens
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Neighbour paints Spitfire mural for veteran flying ace
A patriotic neighbour has spent 70 hours creating a personalised mural for his veteran neighbour. Former fighter pilot Ralph Forth, 93, had the idea to have the Spitfire he flew during World War II painted on a blank wall in his back garden in
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Car parking charges at Bourne Hall set to rise
Car parking charges at Bourne Hall are set to increase from August 1. Epsom Council is to start charging 20p for a stay of up to 30 minutes at the car park, in Spring Street, Ewell, which is currently free, while a stay of up to one hour will decrease
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Prizes announced for Epsom and Ewell Business Awards
A host of great prizes have been announced as the search for Epsom and Ewell’s best businesses continues. Sara Olsen, coordinator of the Epsom and Ewell Business Excellence Awards 2013, which are sponsored by the Epsom Guardian, revealed this week
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Kingston company sends out a prosthetic leg to South America
A Kingston company has donated a false leg all the way to South America. A forestry worker who was moved by the story of a young South American woman wrote to a Kingston-based prosthetics company asking for help to get her a prosthetic leg.
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Frustrated resident pens poem about rubbish left for weeks
A frustrated resident has penned a poem about the pong created by rubbish not collected by Kingston Council contractors. Food waste bins in York Way were not emptied for three weeks, the resident, who asked not to be named, said. The rubbish
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Cambridge Estate residents furious with developer's second attempt for more student flats
A second attempt to build close to 300 student flats on a Kingston estate has been described as “an insult”. Residents on the Cambridge Road Estate marched on the Guildhall in June against similar plans. They saw councillors throw out AK II
