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Road closed after water main bursts in Wimbledon town centre
A burst water main has caused the partial closure of a road in Wimbledon town centre. Thames Water were called to reports of a burst water main at about 10am this morning at the junction of Hartfield Road and Beulah Road in Wimbledon.
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Roadside changes in Ewell a waste of time and money
Just recently Epsom Council removed the shrubs/established hedges at the junction by Riverholme Drive/Chessington Road, Ewell, and replaced it with some new split post and rail fencing and new shrubs. A few months later the new shrubs have been
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'No split' in Kingston Liberal Democrats as Edward Davey votes for Syria military action
There is ‘no split’ within the constituency party after MP Edward Davey voted for military action in Syria, according to the chair of Kingston and Surbiton Liberal Democrats. Former councillor Mary Reid said the party respected Mr Davey’s position
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Mayor announces £10.2m deal to increase capacity on Wimbledon to Croydon trams
A £30m investment is set to dramatically increase capacity on the Wimbledon to Croydon branch of the Tramlink. London Tramlink has ordered four new trams at a cost of £10.2m to deliver a 50 per cent boost in capacity on the Wimbledon to Croydon
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A3 partly closed after five car accident
Police are currently attending an accident involving five cars on the A3. The accident was said to have happened along Robin Hood Way just after 2pm. There are two lane closures in place southbound. No injuries have been reported although
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VIDEO: Franz Ferdinand live in Kingston
Scottish art-pop group Franz Ferdinand were in Kingston last night, as the band celebrated the launch of their fourth studio album Right Thoughts Right Words Right Action. Watch the band perform debut hit Take Me Out and latest single Right Action
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Government will not stop south London incinerator being built
It looks like the Beddington lane incinerator has been given the all clear by Boris Johnson the Mayor of London much to my dismay and I am sure many other people in the Sutton area. The article said final clearance is still needed by the Government
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VIDEO: Cashpoint thief accuses women of needing manners after they fight him off
Police have now released the video showing how a brazen thief got more than he bargained for when he tried to steal from two women at a cashpoint. The women aged 25 and 27 were taking money out of the Barclays cashpoint in Central Road, Worcester
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Convicted murderer jailed after being on the run for two years
A convicted murderer who had been on the run for two years after breaking out of prison has been jailed. Stephen Comer, of White Bridge Avenue in Mitcham, was jailed in September 1988 following the murder of known drug dealer Jason Foster.
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With luck and a new formation, the tide will change says Hampton & Richmond boss Paul Barry
Hampton & Richmond Borough co-boss Paul Barry insists his side are close to the finished article despite picking up only two Ryman Premier points out of a possible 15. The Beavers have scored only two goals in five games, leading Barry to make
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Tanner’s finding a brighter future up front for the Terrors
TJ Nkomo could be the next big thing to come out of Tooting & Mitcham after bursting on to the scene with a hat-trick on Monday. The 17-year-old striker, promoted from the Terrors’ youth team this season, started his first game against Corinthian
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Moone is keeping the faith as Hampton & Richmond look to break winless streak
Charlie Moone is keeping the faith that Hampton & Richmond Borough will turn results around after a “frustrating” start to the Ryman Premier season. The Beavers have just two points from five games – moreover, they have scored just two goals
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Ealing Road Comedies: Walsall always conjures dark memories
The name Walsall does not conjure up good memories for me. Even the name sounds miserable. I once had the honour of playing rugby for Lichfield against the west Midlanders – then a couple of divisions above us in the RFU league pyramid – in the
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Home boy Logan is loving life at Brentford
By Bruce Archer Brentford’s Shaleum Logan reckons the secret to his fast start to the new League One campaign is finding happiness at home. The Bees beat Walsall 1-0 at Griffin Park, with both sides going into the game undefeated, through Clayton
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Harlequins skipper Robshaw is swinging it to win it
Skipper Chris Robshaw has revealed a lot of golf has helped him get over his British Lions heartache and has him fired up for action. The 27-year-old England captain failed to make the cut for the triumphant tour Down Under in the summer, to end
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Sutton MPs split on Syria vote in Parliament
The borough's two MPs were divided on the possibility of taking military action in Syria. In last night's vote in the House of Commons, MP for Carshalton and Wallington Tom Brake voted in favour of military action in the war torn country if it
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Croydon MPs divided on Syria action
Croydon MPs were divided last night in a vote on whether Britain should engage in military action in Syria. Conservatives Gavin Barwell and Richard Ottaway each voted in favour of a motion that would have made strikes on President Bashar al-Assad's
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Syria sceptic Zac Goldsmith votes with Government but still opposes war
Syria sceptic Zac Goldsmith voted with the Government last night saying the motion no longer resembled a declaration of war. The Richmond Park and North Kingston MP had said military action would be “utter madness” before yesterday’s vote in the
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Lorry carrying shredded paper on fire in Clapham Old Town
A lorry carrying shredded paper caught alight this morning. The vehicle was travelling in Old Town, Clapham, when fire broke out at about 10.30am. About 25 per cent of the lorry load was alight, with fire crews taking about an hour to put it
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Elmbridge author represents Thunderbirds creator
An author from Elmbridge has secured the chance to represent Gerry Anderson, creator of the Thunderbirds. Author Garry Vaux was chosen as an ambassador to represent the Anderson legacy. He said: “I feel immensely proud to be an ambassador for
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Pensioner's groundbreaking 3D facial surgery to remove tumour
A pensioner is recovering from ground-breaking reconstructive surgery to remove an aggressive tumour that had spread across her face. Ann O’Sullivan, 69, went to her GP complaining of headaches, believing the cause to be a sinus problem. But
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Man robbed and assaulted close to Wandsworth Common
A 22-year-old man was robbed and assaulted last night. Police were called to Bolingbroke Grove, Wandsworth, just before 7.30pm last night. When they arrived to the scene they found a man had been assaulted and robbed. No arrests have yet
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Hot rod Sackey in mood for final fling at Harlequins
Harlequins new boy Paul Sackey may be approaching the tail end of his career, but he still has wheels enough for a Premiership title tilt. The 33-year-old completed a move back to England earlier this month after a three-year spell in France with
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AFC Wimbledon respond to the boss’ tender touch
Neal Ardley used all his managerial nous at half-time on Saturday to turn a 2-0 deficit into a morale-boosting 3-2 triumph – although he admitted it is not how he wants to win games. Half-way through the League Two clash with Scunthorpe United
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Man arrested in Tolworth drugs swoop
A man has been arrested this morning after a drugs raid in Tolworth. Police searched a home in School Lane, Tolworth, at 7.25am. A police spokesman said a man had been arrested and drugs had been seized. Got a story? Call the newsdesk on
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It's back to school time already - see six of the best school-friendly gadgets
Six of the best gadgets and gizmos on a theme. This week: Six of the best school-friendly gadgets. After those care-free and basically sun-drenched weeks of school holiday, it's suddenly time to think about the fast-approaching new term. To soften
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Riches of Autumn in all their glory at Epsom flower show
The riches of Autumn will be on display in all their glory at a flower show by one of England's biggest horticultural associations. Ewell Horticultural Association is holding its annual autumn flower show with keen gardeners showing off their flowers
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Community pledges more than £150,000 to help save Banstead bookshop
Loyal customers have pledged more than £150,000 to help save a 75-year-old bookshop in the heart of Banstead. Within days of The Ibis Bookshop announcing its closure at the start of the month a campaign was launched to buy the property at 109 High
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Security company to provide fire cover if firefighter strike goes ahead
A security company will provide fire cover in London if strike action announced by the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) goes ahead. Firefighters have voted by almost four to one in favour of a nationwide strike in a row over pensions, the union said.
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Bridge Banter: Chelsea fans remain hopeful but midfield was purposeless against United
Jose Mourinho may have failed to make it three wins in three games, but he’s quietly satisfied with the point that keeps the Blues at the top of the Premier League. The frantic last-minute panicky blitz of swaps, switches and purchases as the transfer
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Walczak finally gets a rowing medal around her neck
Molesey Boat Club's Ruth Walczak and Mark Aldred of London Rowing Club have both bagged medals at the World Rowing Championships. Walczak put the disappointing of just missing out a medal at the three Samsung World Cup regattas, to claim bronze
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Your chance to visit Epsom's historic buildings
On Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September, Epsom Civic Society and Epsom and Ewell Borough Council will be hosting Epsom and Ewell Heritage Open Days. Some of our most notable buildings will be open to the public free of charge. Epsom and Ewell
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House fire breaks out during building work in Wandsworth
A fire broke out in the roof of a house caused by electrical equipment. Firefighters were called to the blaze in Trinity Road, Wandsworth, at about 8.20pm. The blaze began in a loft where building work was taking place. A family, including
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Travellers invade Hackbridge site set for multimillion pound redevelopment
Travellers have got into an industrial in an area set for a multi million pound regeneration. A group, along with about 30 caravans are currently occupying the site of the Felnex Trading Estate in Hackbridge opposite the train station. One
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Sutton United's Binns puts his hand up to show the way forward
Sutton United midfielder Dale Binns is finally able to influence things on the pitch after injury robbed him of a starting place since day one of the Skrill South season. The 32-year-old said he always wants to lead by example with high-energy
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Thanks Sutton Council for quick cleanup of Sears Park in Cheam
I just want to thank all those at Sutton Council who were responsible for the cleanup operation following the successful eviction of the travellers in Seears Park. After only three days the park was a mess and I do not envy the team who were faced
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Restaurant review: Harrington's Pie & Mash, Tooting
In the heart of Tooting in South West London, amongst the throngs of great Indian and Pakistani restaurants and market stalls, nestled in the bosom of a thriving and buzzing Indian sub-continent population, you can find a little nugget of London’s
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Woman's fresh call for murderer escape probe after launch of Serco police investigation
A national security company on whose watch a murderer escaped from Kingston County Court is being investigated by police over claims it fiddled contract figures. Serco holds the £40m contract for escorting prisoners to and from courts in London
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Sports reporter charts AFC Wimbledon's rise from the ashes in new book
One of football’s great feel good stories has been documented in a new book. AFC Wimbledon: A Pictorial History, by sports journalist Graham Moody, 30 of Gladstone Road, Wimbledon, charters the journey of AFC Wimbledon from the Combined Counties
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Bitter sweet Belgian fare for the ladies from Surbiton
After an emotionally draining EuroHockey Championships, Surbiton’s England star Georgie Twigg is taking a break from the sport – but only for two weeks. Wearing the three lions, Twigg and her club-mates Sarah Haycroft, Giselle Ansley and Hollie
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Morden takeaway littered with mouse droppings fined £5,000
A takeaway owner has been ordered to pay costs of £7,000 after mouse droppings were found littering his shop. Mr Panchalingam, of Rainbow Food in Abbotsbury Road, Morden, pleaded guilty to five offences under the food hygiene regulations at Richmond
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BSBV review boss accused of 'cop out' by Paul Burstow
The healthcare review proposing to close St Helier Hospital’s A&E and maternity departments will have no responsibility for ensuring community health services are improved for patients no longer expected to go to hospital, it has emerged. The
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Flat Eric: Pickles' office-to-flats plan criticised by businesses and residents' groups
Hundreds of people will be moving into new flats being developed “by the backdoor” as developers take advantage of a new loophole in planning laws that allow offices to be turned into homes without planning permission. Since new laws came into
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'BSBV team will not be responsible for providing community care', says medical director of controversial healthcare review
The healthcare review proposing to close Epsom Hospital’s A&E and maternity departments will have no responsibility for ensuring community health services are improved for the displaced patients, it has emerged. The Better Services Better Value
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From gas to class: Kingston's gasworks "could make ideal primary school site"
A colourful playground and classrooms could soon replace abandoned gas holders in the heart of Kingston within the next few years. Kingston Council is in the early stages of putting together a planning brief for a new two-form entry primary school
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Ex-council planning officer drops racism claim after out-of-court settlement
Kingston Council has reached an out-of-court settlement with a former employee who had claimed he was racially discriminated against. But criticism has been directed at council leader Liz Green, who said she did not know about the case or the subsequent
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Lower Morden campaigners rally to support St Helier hospital
A group of residents have banded together to voice their concerns over proposed changes to close vital services at St Helier Hospital. Campaigners from the recently formed Save St Helier, made up of residents in Lower Morden, hosted an information
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Young Purley writer, 10, beats thousands in national competition
A 10-year-old from Purley was named runner up in nationwide writing competition, beating thousands of children across the country. Keirit Dosanjh entered The National Young Writer’s Award with the rest of her class from St David’s school. Her
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PICTURES: 'Barking mad terriers' go head to head at Epsom Downs Racecourse
Sixty "barking mad terriers" took part in the Omni Terrier Derby races at the weekend. The annual event at Epsom Downs Racecourse on Sunday saw the dogs compete in up to 16 heats in an attempt to follow in the footsteps of equine racing champions
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Crafty show returns to Sandown Park
Get crafty at the Creative Crafts Show at Sandown Park Exhibition Centre this month. For the first time the British Association of Decorative and Folk Arts will be at the show, as well as displaying painted items they will be running regular mini-workshops
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Parents given tips on speech and language at Wandsworth Cineworld
Parents were given advice on children's speech and language development. Staff from Wandsworth NHS Community Speech and Language therapy team held a stall at Wandsworth Cineworld in Southside Shopping Centre, Garratt Lane. Parents questioned
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Ashtead choir to unleash passion for singing
A new "choir-with-a-difference" is launching in Ashtead next month. Vocality Singing promises a fun and friendly experience for adults, whether they have sung before or not. It has a repertoire of uplifting songs from around the world
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Croydon youths invited to join Mayor's Fund for London Youth board
Young people from Croydon are being urged to join the board of the new Mayor's Fund for London Youth. The charity is dedicated to helping young Londoners and is looking for driven and opinionated youths to contribute to their work and share what