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Wimbledon charity launches new service for brain injury patients in south west London

2:31pm Saturday 18th May 2013

People affected by brain injuries in south west London can now get better care and support during their recovery thanks to a Wimbledon-based charity.

Uncover history of River Wandle

1:17pm Saturday 18th May 2013

Two weekends' worth of activities exploring the history and wildlife of the River Wandle will take place in Wandsworth, Merton, Sutton and Croydon.

Free bike maintenance classes in Wandsworth

12:36pm Saturday 18th May 2013

A series of free bike maintenance sessions will be held later this month in an attempt to boost the number of people cycling in Wandsworth.

One o'clock club protesters march through Wandsworth

6:00pm Friday 17th May 2013

More than one hundred demonstrators marched through Wandsworth on Wednesday night in protest against proposed cuts against one o'clock clubs.

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Paedo fined £45 for leaving notes in public toilets looking for children to sexually abuse

2:30pm Friday 17th May 2013

A self-confessed paedophile, who left a string of vile notes in public toilets in an attempt to find a child to sexually abuse, has been fined just £45.

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Police watchdog criticised for handling of Sean Rigg death

2:57pm Friday 17th May 2013

Findings by the Independent Police Complaints Commission into the death of a man in custody which absolved officers of blame have been severely criticised in a fresh review.

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VIDEO: Campaigners show defiant opposition during Clapham fire station meeting

11:22am Friday 17th May 2013

Councillors and campaigners sent out a defiant message against plans to close Clapham Fire Station during a consultation meeting.

• London Brigade figures show slower emergency response times slower in Clapham if fire station is axed
• Six fire engines battle blaze in Clapham High Street
• VIDEO: Council launches 'shocking' film to highlight fire station cut

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