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Son's death gives life to five others

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 13:50:03 +0000

While Irene Monem kept vigil by her dying son’s bedside, she had no idea his initiative to tick a donor box on his driving licence would save five lives and help many more.

Carer tells toll of dementia

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:01:55 +0000

In the latest on our series highlighting the bravery of carers in Elmbridge, Betty Wagstaff spoke to Louise Robertson about the trials and tribulations of looking after a loved one.

'Lumberjill' dies just weeks after official recognition

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:40:00 +0100

Former Land Girl and great-grandmother Peggie Wicks has died just weeks after receiving recognition of her essential war work. Kevin Barnes speaks to her family.

Warning the White House is crumbling

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:30:00 +0100

A once magnificent 19th century mansion is becoming a crumbling ruin. Kirsty Whalley reports on calls to save the White House at Norwood Grove.

Human pets remembered in 'Hunt the Hermit'

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:10:00 +0100

An annual hunt commemorates the bizarre craze for keeping fake holy men as pets in eccentric England. Reporter Louise Robertson finds out more.

‘I want to give women a chance’

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:02:08 +0100

For some African women, living with Aids or disabilities is a life sentence. But one woman is fighting against these injustices from her Walton flat and offering women across the continent, not just a lifeline, but a real chance to succeed. exclusion.

Firefighting women wanted

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 13:20:00 +0100

As Surrey Fire and Rescue Service tries to recruit more women reporter Louise Robertson finds out what life on Painshill Red Watch is all about.

On the beat

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 18:49:44 +0100

Croydon town centre is regarded by many as a no-go zone filled with hooded thugs waiting to steal your shopping. But, as Harry Miller reports, the town centre’s reputation as the mean streets of Croydon is somewhat overrated.

Baby bearcat's second chance

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:57:12 +0100

Rejected by her mum, baby bearcat Sunti got a second chance thanks to zookeeper Sonia Freeman. Louise Robertson meets the ball of fur now living like a king.

Is perfume warehouse hiding secret aircraft?

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 08:10:00 +0100

A war-time aeroplane, crushed behind the walls of a perfume warehouse in Croydon, is being kept a secret.