A woman has been arrested in connection with the death of a police officer killed in a hit-and run on Friday. Dad-of-two PC Andrew Duncan, a Merton traffic officer, was rushed to hospital on Friday morning after he was mowed down by a back Volkswagen
Ian Holloway blamed himself for Crystal Palace’s listless display and 2-0 defeat at home to Swansea City today. He confessed to be “absolutely gutted” and admitted his new signings looked like strangers all through the 90 minutes of Premier League
Cheam's Brenda Creasey won silver at the Badminton Veterans World Championships despite it being the first time she has ever represented England. Partnering Betty Bartlett, the pair narrowly lost out to an experienced English pair from Lancashire
A police officer critically injured in a hit and run in Sutton has died. PC Andrew Duncan,a Merton traffic officer, was rushed to hospital on Friday morning after he was mowed down by a car travelling at speed he had signalled to pull over.
A man and a woman broke their necks when they were thrown from a pony and trap after a crash with a car. The pair were injured during a collision between their pony and trap and a car on the A22 in Surrey. Surrey Police said a man in his 40s and
Sharing its underpinnings with the New Clio, the Captur is the latest addition to the booming small crossover class, currently filled by established rivals such as the MINI Countryman, Nissan Juke and Vauxhall Mokka. Along with compact dimensions
The penultimate stage of the Tour of Britain saw the biggest names in cycling racing on the roads of Surrey yesterday. Stage seven of the race passed through Leatherhead, Dorking, Cranleigh, Shere, Woking, Chobham and Farnham. Thousands of
This third-generation Mazda6 is the second new Mazda model to utilise the Japanese firm’s ultra efficient and weight-saving SKYACTIV Manufacturing process, with sharply styled ‘KODO Soul of Motion’ design language. At a time when most rivals come
From Friday, September 19 2003 Most women would run a mile if their husband suggested they come fishing with them, but not former Surbiton resident Gillian Forsyth. But that is just the beginning of the tale. She not only found herself hooked
My day with The Tour of Britain started at an overcast and blustery Queens Stand on Epsom Downs. I had been lucky enough to win a place in the Team Madison Genesis support vehicle, thanks to a competition I won through Bike Beans Cycle Cafe. I
Peugeot’s new supermini follows in the footsteps of the well proven 206 and 207. Although sharing the same platform as its predecessor the 208 gets a prettier, smaller and lighter body. Highlight design cues comprise the ‘Floating’ grille and signature
Renault Clio Renaultsports have historically been uncompromising hard-core hot hatches. The latest model has broken the trend by being only available with 5 doors and an automatic transmission. Can it still provide the high octane thrills associated
Merton's biggest business leaders, political representatives and councillors gathered to discuss at the inaugural Future Wimbledon conference to discuss the town future last week. But there was a noted absence of members of the public who Conservative
A variety of entertainment will be on offer in Croydon throughout October as the borough celebrates Black History Month. Festivals, stories, crafts, dance and costumes that profile the traditions of African and Caribbean communities will feature
The new school year is a few weeks old and families are beginning to settle back into routines. This time of year brings quiet time for the market. I know I for one made far too big a dent in my bank account over the summer on a holiday, outings.
Mitcham's wannabe football star Mory Kone is hoping to emulate his name sake’s goal scoring ability as he attempts to win a professional football contract. Striker Mory, 19, an Ivorian by birth, has entered Samsung’s Win A Pro Contract competition
With party season just around the corner, half an hour in a fancy dress shop would not only be a worthwhile pursuit but an entertaining one. From cowboys to nurses, zombies to werewolves, any party shop worth its salt can help you become any alter-ego
Queen guitarist Brian May described his magic as "amazing". He has performed for the likes of Michael Caine and Emma Watson Wood and recently enjoyed sell out shows at the Magic Circle. Now Chris Wood is bringing his up-close
Tucked away on the fringes of Tooting you will find The Gorringe Park pub. It has recently undergone a major refurbishment since the venue was overtaken by the Yummy Pub Company and is one of those places that just keeps on giving - with secret
I love all the seasons. They each have their good and bad points, and as we’ve now dived head first into autumnal conditions with the wet weather, I’ve looked on the bright side and accepted my garden seriously needed watering. I had my second
A Wimbledon performing arts student has made it through to the Open Mic UK 2013 regional finals. Ryane Winning, 17, a former Ricards Lodge High School pupil, now at Nescot College in Epsom will compete against singers, rappers and vocalists in
A Sutton health club has scooped a top industry award. The Spirit Health Club at the Holiday Inn in Gibson Road has been named operator of the year at the ukactive and Matrix Flame Awards 2013. Ezio Sakamoto, manager of the club, said: "At
A former Conservative MP who was jailed for perjury will be launching an Alpha course in East Molesey. Jonathan Aitken, who is now president of Christian Solidarity Worldwide, will invite people to explore the basics of Christianity for eight weeks
Pupils at Claremont Fan Court School were treated to an evening of all things opera and jazz. Opera Tottie visited the Esher school on Thursday, September 19, and performed a classy and entertaining set which spanned from opera to jazz. The
A “selfless, thoughtful and warm” office administrator has been part of pupils’ lives at Surbiton High School for 30 years. Terry Burton, 56, began working at the school as a cook as it was just a few minutes’ walk from her house. Over the
A resident has demanded the council pay for her car repairs after she hit a wooden post put outside her house without her knowledge. Patricia McGinley has made an official complaint to Sutton council after it erected a two foot tall bollard yards
A new pop up shop programme has been introduced in Croydon. The programme is part of Croydon Council’s High Streets Improvements Retail Support Package with the aim to begin pop up tenancies in September 2013 and run them through until March 2015
