Palace defender Joel Ward will miss next week’s game against Swansea City. Eagles manager Ian Holloway revealed in his post match press conference that the defender had a calf tear and won’t be available for next week’s game. The former Pompey
When you hear the names Charles Darwin and Richard Feynman the last thing you would think of is comedy, writes Andy Bloss. But award winning comedian Robin Ince will be doing just that. Known for blending comedy and science in presenting BBC
A man was stabbed at the Chessington Oak pub last night. Police were called to the pub at 8.10pm to reports of an assault. A man in his early 50s was taken to hospital with a slash wound to his upper body. Police said he was in a stable
Lionel Blair, one of Britain's best-loved entertainers, slipped on his tap shoes at a children’s charity for a TV show aired on Friday. Blair, 81, visited the Children’s Trust, in Tadworth Court, on Monday as part of a campaign by ITV’s This Morning
By John Whitbread Golfing brothers-in-arms Louis and Elliott Laville have combined forces to win a top trophy. Seventeen-year-old Louis, and Elliot, 15, of Wimbledon, outgunned a strong field to win the Centenary Rose Bowl at the RAC Club,
Bedraggled cats, covered in faeces and crammed in a small cage have been found dumped on a driveway. The two adult cats and two kittens were discovered without bedding or food in an uncovered cage two days ago (September 11) on Hammond Avenue,
A journalist from Croydon is in line for a prestigious award from the Libyan Government for her work to help bring stability to the troubled country - using horseracing. Lissa Oliver, of Shirley, has backed the fragile Libyan regime's bid to rebuild
Two famous faces will be taking their place on the starting line at a charity walk to raise money for severely disabled children. News presenter Nicholas Owen will officially start the Twilight Walk, which is taking place on October 12, in aid
A suspected flytipper is being sought by Wandsworth Council after callously dumping bags of rubbish on a Tooting street. The flytipper was caught on CCTV on August 11, in Selkirk Road, off Tooting High Street, at approximately 10.50pm. The
Director of rugby Steve Hill bemoaned Richmond’s lack of precision as they lost at home to title-hopefuls Esher – despite scoring four tries. Matthew Kelville, William Warden, James Doherty and Rob Alexander all got on the scoresheet but could
Quite a lot has taken place since my last blog. We got our first win against Sunderland, we brought five players in on deadline day, picked our 25 man squad and now we are faced with the prospect of playing Manchester United today at Old Trafford
A meningitis victim has spoken about her battle with the deadly illness. Kathryn de Villiers, from Sutton, is sharing her experiences in aid of Meningitis Awareness Week (September 16-22) which aims to make people aware of the symptoms. She
Police are searching for a two men after a pair of muggings at Mitcham Junction tram stop. The first incident, on July 15 at Mitcham Junction tram stop, saw the victim, registered blind and in his 20s, have his mobile phone snatched by a man.
Ever wondered how the most wooded county in the country manages to stay looking picturesque and produces such wonderful food? Well Surrey Farm and Food Week will you give you the chance to find out, as well as a taster of what life in the country
Music journalist-turned-rock frontman David Sinclair has a “branding issue”. His band, the David Sinclair Trio, is now a four-piece. But as luck would have it, the group’s new guitarist, Geoff Peel, lives within spitting distance of the Ram
Pubs, clubs and restaurants across Putney are celebrating a live music weekend. The Putney Music Festival features live and DJ presented music in venues in the area. Music fans can enjoy the last days of summer by the riverside, followed by
About five thousand animal lovers and their four-legged friends spent a day full of games and activities at the 19th Battersea Dogs and Cats Home’s Annual Reunion on Sunday. The free family Fun Day offered owners and pets a variety of dog classes
Four young job seekers have found employment at a Sutton shop after coming through a pioneering training scheme. M&S in Sutton has taken on the four 16-to-24-year-olds after they took part in the Prince's Trust backed Make Your Mark scheme, which
Bradley Wiggins has lost a sausage challenge. Surbiton residents voted for their favourite cycle-themed sausage designed by CD Jennings & Sons butchers ahead of Sunday's Trycyclingathon. ‘The Wiggins’ and ‘The First Lady’, a tribute to
If you are a fan of magic and the Victorian era then the Morgan and West show may just be for you, writes Andy Bloss. Tricksters Rhys Morgan and Rob West, known more commonly as Morgan and West, perform their show The Time Travelling Magicians.
Talented youngsters from across Surrey came together for an awards ceremony to recognise their outstanding achievements in apprenticeships. The Surrey County Scholars and Surrey County Apprentices’ evening, held at County Hall, Kingston, on Tuesday
Fundraisers enjoyed a drinks reception with Kingston and Surbiton MP Edward Davey at the Houses of Parliament this week. Mr Davey welcomed supporters of the Love Kingston campaign to the House of Commons on Wednesday, alongside founding patrons
