A tap-dancing granny from Croydon - who said keeping fit saved her life - is now teaching other over 50s how to tap. Joan Armfield, 74, was told she may not have survived a heart attack had she not been so fit from her years of tap-dancing. She hopes
A family pet was left with a punctured lung after being shot with a crossbow bolt for the second time in three months. Black and white cat Pepsi came home with a blue arrow sticking out of either side of his chest on Tuesday, April 10. He was shot with
Slough Town 0 Staines Town 2 by Steve Parsons Staines Town extended their unbeaten run to five games with a hard earned victory at bottom club Slough Town last night. Steve Cordery was without Dave Sargent, but Dean Thomas' introduction was the only
A petition containing 3,721 names was handed to Croydon Council on Monday night in a bid to persuade it to increase funding for Upper Norwood Library. Upper Norwood Councillor Pat Ryan handed over the document and called on cabinet member for sport and
Three young vandals have been made to paint over their graffiti under the watchful eye of the law. The trio of 14-year-olds were collared after a man caught one of them defacing a neighbour's wall near Oxshott Heath. PC Lee Fabry said the other
Labour councillors blasted the Conservatives over plans to streamline watchdog committees. The leader of the opposition, Councillor Tony Newman, called plans to cut the number of scrutiny seats from 58 to 42 and half the number of sub-committees from
Mark Jackman made a clean sweep in Waitrose by bagging more than £1,500 of goods during a 15 minute trolley-dash. The headteacher of Rydens School in Walton raced around the Hersham store after the supermarket donated the dash to raise money for a new
Community groups who register an environmental project can receive a £50 grant to help buy materials and tools. Projects must improve the environment, involve volunteers or meet a community need. There is also an opportunity to win £500 cash. To apply
So it would appear that I'm dating again. And basically, based on what I said ...ooooh, two days ago?.....I'm a total hypocrite. The guy I almost had a date with the other week (the one who I met on Easter Sunday when I was so pissed I could barely walk
l A Saga Home Insurance survey shows 65 per cent of over-50s surveyed always recycle at home. Less than half of those surveyed aged under 50 (46 per cent) said they always recycled at home. The study shows over-50s are particularly good at recycling
The Wildkats beat Downsview Prison 3-0 (25-8, 25-8, 25-9) on Saturday enabling them to take an unassailable lead in the Surrey Volleyball League Ladies Division. This 'home' fixture followed the 'away' fixture, also at Downsview Prison in Sutton, the
A 37-year-old man has been remanded in custody following a hit-and-run accident in Epsom High Street. Paul Morgan, of no fixed abode, was charged at Staines police station yesterday with grievous bodily harm with intent, two offences of common assault
The winners of the Wandsworth & District Table Tennis League President's (level start) and Chairman's (handicap start) cups have been decided. President's Cup (11 up) - Semi-finals: Vale A 6 Vale B 3; South Mitcham 5 Crescent B 2. Final: South Mitcham
Walton Casuals suffered their third horror injury of the season on Saturday when Sol Patterson-Bohner fractured his leg. It happened in the first minute of Casuals' 0-0 draw at play-off chasing Dartford on Saturday after he collided with an opposing
Walton & Hersham boss Les Cleevely says his future at the club is not assured after his side's relegation from the Ryman Premier Division was finally sealed. Last Tuesday's 2-1 defeat to Boreham Wood, in a game that also saw Delando Smith break his ankle
Sutton-based basketballer Chi Lewis-Parry's dream of playing in the English Basketball League play-off final was dashed on Saturday. Despite going into the weekend's semi-final second-round clash with Worthing with a nine-point cushion after the first
Roehampton Golf Club plays host to the prestigious 81st Ladies Open Gold Challenge Cup next weekend to kick off the domestic season. A field of 60 professionals and amateurs will be hoping to wrestle the famous trophy from defending championns Tracey
Olympic medallist Kathar-ine Merry is predicting a golden future for Wands-worth's Shamilla Simms after a sparkling performance at the Norwich Union Sportshall UK final in Birmingham last weekend. The Graveney School pupil came second in the two-lap
Harlequins RL boss Brian McDermott has warned there is no quick fix to the defensive frailties that blighted Sunday's 46-16 defeat at Huddersfield. Giants stand-off Chris Thorman passed 1,000 career points with a try and seven goals as Quins capitulated
After running two successful pilot schemes last year, Summer Sevens will now be at seven different venues - including Sutton & Epsom and Wimbledon - when the six-week season kicks off in June, writes Stuart Amos. The evening leagues for men and women
Duncan Tappy continued his return to the top with two wins in the Formula Renault Championship third and fourth rounds at Rockingham on Sunday to make it three in a row, writes Philippa Neilson. Starting from second on the grid in the first race, the
Esher director of rugby Mike Schmid has admitted departing back-row stalwart Ladi Vondrasek will be a hard act to follow as his side prepare for National Division One rugby. Schmid watched as the Czech international put in another all-action display
NEC Harlequins' retiring back-row legend Andre Vos has tipped his team-mates to hit the Guinness Premiership high notes next season. The 32-year-old joins the ranks of City-based Quins fans when he joins stock- brokers Hichens, Harrison and Co in
The rise and rise of New Malden's Tom Onslow-Cole took a spectacular turn when he grabbed a maiden podium finish in round five of the British Touring Car Championship race at Rockingham last weekend, writes Cathy Metcalfe. The 19-year-old had started
Two boys from Claygate-based Foley Boxing Club will fight in this Friday's finals of the Southern Counties Novice Championship at Canterbury University, writes Lee Martin. Lauren Gavin was a clear winner in his U69kg semi-final with T Brooker of Tunbridge
The members of an up-and-coming band recently signed to Ronnie Wood's record label have just moved to Streatham. The Thirst, who were signed to the ex-Rolling Stone's label last November, have moved to the house, off Mitcham lane, to be close to their
Plans for a block of 33 flats on the Duke's Head site in Walton were branded "absolutely disgusting" and a "nightmare" by councillors, who recommended the application be refused. The planning sub-committee's decision, on Tuesday, April 11, has left the
Westfield 2 Worcester Park 4 Two late goals saw Worcester Park seal a fine victory at Westfield on Saturday, writes Guy Glass. There had been chances at both ends, with Park keeper Peter King saving a free kick and attacker John Kennedy shooting wide
Cobham 0 Sutton & Epsom 15 Sutton had to battle hard to overcome Cobham 15-0 in the Surrey Cup semi-final on Saturday and earn a place in the final against Richmond at Imber Court on Sunday April 29 (kick off 4pm). Richmond, who finished fourth in
Sutton's loss will be Surrey's gain when Arun Harinath teams up with the county's second team this season, according to coach Nadeem Shahid. The 19-year-old struck 477 runs at an average of 43.36 for Sutton as they romped to the Surrey Championship Premier
Ten Surbiton players were involved as the new Great Britain Super League began in Edinburgh last weekend. Six were in action for the south-east England's men's side, the Saxons. Richard Alexander, Matt Daly, Brett Garrard, Ben Marsden, Jamie Ruiz and
Teddington SC juniors gained nine gold medals, eight silvers and five bronzes in the Basingstoke Swimming Gala. Golds: Hallam Child 10 (50m butterfly), Nina Harding 11 (50m breaststroke), Jessica Warrior 11 (50m butterfly), Alexandra Votier 12 (50m freestyle
Temple Lake, part of the Old Bury Hill complex near Dorking, has been a great success for owner David De Vere and a welcome addition to the Surrey specimen carp scene. An overnight session there reaped rich reward for Simon Jones, who banked a mirror
Road safety campaigners are calling for a lower speed limit and safety cameras on the road where school girl Olivia McKie died after being hit by a bus. Olivia, 11, was hit by the bus in Southcroft Road as it was travelling east towards Mitcham Lane
Surrey's racecourses have come up with some quirky schemes to draw in the punters this week, writes Clare Fortescue. All women get free entry to the first evening race meeting of the summer at Kempton Park tonight (Wednesday) - as will men dressed up
Carshalton Athletic's directors and football management are holding a question and answer session with supporters at Colston Avenue this Thursday (8pm). The Robins' annual presentation evening will take place in the social club on Monday, May 12. Earlier
Wandsworth police have launched an internal inquiry into an officer's handling of a sudden death in Battersea, after she got rid of illegal drugs that were potentially crucial evidence. Police Constable Roseline Adeyemi was called to Powrie House in
Are you doing your bit for the environment? Do you use environmentally friendly products? We're here to make it easier for you. How Green is your Home? specialising in environmentally friendly products and services as well as offering you a convenient
Banstead Downs golfer Ben Sheehan celebrated lifting the Laddie Lucas Trophy by confirming his entry in the Callaway World Junior Open Championship this summer. The talented nine-year-old won the British Junior Golf Tour Winter Series Order of Merit
by Darren Wicks (April 25, 2007) I don't really know who Nikolay Levinkov is, but I have to say I am rather pleased that the Russian is refereeing tonight's home Champions League clash with Liverpool. If only because Mr Levinkov isn't one of the inadequates
Epsom's Toby Pawson stands on the brink of a Paralympic dream 18 years after cheating death. He was just 18 months old when he was found floating face down in his parent's swimming pool, and suffered brain damage as a result. But the 20-year-old has
by Lawrence Lofts (April 25, 2007) Are Fulham going forwards or backwards under Lawrie Sanchez? The debate rages among fans while the team looks like a half-fit fun runner in the last mile of the marathon. Like the Manchester City debacle, Saturday
NEC Harlequins' Twickenham Stoop stadium will host the European Challenge Cup final between Bath and ASM Clermont Auvergne on May 19. It follows the success of last year's sell-out clash at the same ground between Gloucester and London Irish, which
Sutton & Epsom skipper James Clark is set to risk surgery in a bid for revenge in pursuit of a glorious double this weekend. Clark's team overcame stiff resistance from Cobham in their 15-0 Surrey Cup semi-final triumph on Saturday to set-up a cup final
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Are you doing your bit for the environment? Do you use environmentally friendly products? We're here to make it easier for you. How Green is your Home? specialising in environmentally friendly products and services as well as offering you a convenient
South Norwood residents got their swimming gear on and headed down to Portland Road - to protest about yet another delay to the re-opening of their local pool. Community group People for Portland Road (PPR) staged a protest over the opening of the pool
Acorn Antiques The Musical!, Victoria Wood's spoof of British soap operas, with their improbable plots, wooden acting and missed cues, was well received at Richmond Theatre this week. There was no Victoria Wood, Julie Walters or Celia Imrie, but an
Tooting & Mitcham's speedy winger Ronnie Green has labelled himself a greedy boy as his side embark on a season-defining week. The Terrors faced Metropolitan Police in the Surrey Senior Cup final last night, take on Bromley in the London Senior Cup final
The sentencing of a woman who harassed her neighbours and landlords - accusing them of murder, prostitution and racism, among other things - has been delayed. Croydon Magistrates' Court was due to sentence Janet D'Sa today after she was found guilty
Sutton United boss Ian Hazel has labelled Newport County's first-half penalty in their Conference South clash on Saturday as the worst decision he has ever seen. Despite taking an early lead through a Craig Tanner strike Hazel's men had to settle for
Leatherhead boss Dave Harlow is looking to recruit a scout to relieve the pressure on he and assistant manager Steve Wood. Goals from Dave Sargent and Julien Thompson were not enough as the Tanners were held to a 2-2 draw by Cray Wanderers on Saturday
Merton cruised into the final of the Surrey Bowl with an emphatic 51-10 victory over higher League opposition Reigate on Saturday. They will face either Raynes Park or London Media in Sunday's final at Imber Court, with Mike Reid, Dan Somerset, Dean
Dressing room bust-ups are not usually a good sign in football, but Kingstonian boss Alan Dowson believes Saturday's rest-room rumble in Kent can only bode well for next season. Tempers flared following Ks' 2-1 defeat at Maidstone United, after the manager
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Staines Town's frustrated boss Steve Cordery is calling on his Jekyll and Hyde team to end the campaign with an unbeaten run of six games by gaining at least a point from their final Ryman League fixture of the season at Heybridge Swifts this Saturday
More than 100 people rose in the early hours of this morning to get their hands on a limited edition eco-designer bag being sold for one day only in North Cheam. People began queuing at 6am outside Sainsbury's in London Road for an Anya Hindmarch cream
It's the footballing equivalent of The Apprentice, albeit with Peter Taylor in the hot seat instead of Alan Sugar. The prize? To be the Eagles' number one next season. With Gabor Kiraly soon to be out of contract and yet to commit his immediate future
There is no rest for Wallington-based wheelchair racer David Weir following his superb win in sweltering conditions in Sunday's London Wheelchair Marathon. He backs up this weekend in the British Wheelchair Racing Association's championships at Stoke
Barnsley 2 Nardiello 15, 68 (pen) Crystal Palace 0 A brace from Daniel Nardiello condemned Crystal Palace to their third successive away defeat and a fall to 13th place in the Championship table. Peter Taylor's Palace, with nothing left to play
AFC Wimbledon boss Dave Anderson has launched an emotional rallying cry to Dons players and supporters with his side's promotion tilt hanging in the balance. Saturday's 1-1 draw with Heybridge Swifts and Margate's stalemate against Ashford Town leaves
Roscoe Dsane was more than happy to step off a six-hour flight to rescue AFC Wimbledon from a striker crisis against Heybridge Swifts on Saturday. The frontman netted a first-half penalty to salvage a point just three hours after landing at Heathrow
A Croydon off licence has been fined for selling counterfeit vodka, a year after the shopkeeper was warned for selling pirated whisky. Trading standards officers found counterfeit 700ml bottles of Smirnoff Vodka for sale at HK Discount Wines in London
Racehorses nearly trampled sunbathers who were sprawled out on a training track. A collision was only avoided because of the skill and quick reactions of the riders who pulled up their mounts. Sharon Ingram, wife of trainer Roger Ingram, was training
Hampton & Richmond 2 Heybridge Swifts 2 The Beavers ended last night's match with Heybridge in the same position that they started it - needing one win to definitely make sure of the Ryman Championship. With a minute to go and trailing 2-1 it could
Peter Taylor believes his Eagles side is just as good as promotion chasers Derby County, despite the contrasting fortunes of both clubs this season. The two teams meet on Sunday in the final match at Selhurst Park of this campaign, with the Rams looking
Former Club Captain Andre Vos is one of 10 players who will be leaving NEC Harlequins at the end of the season. The 32-year-old will retire from the game after Saturday's clash with Sale Sharks at the Twickenham Stoop (3pm). Vos joined Quins in November
The summer league programme starts on Saturday with the opening Southern Women's League matches. Sutton & District host a joint meeting with Hercules Wimbledon at Sutton Arena (noon). Sutton are involved in a Division One match against Walton, Stevenage
Richmond were successful in Sunday's adidas mini London marathon, over the final 2.65 miles of the main course. They took team honours in the junior girls' race in the London Borough Challenge, being led home by Katie Iliffe in eighth (16:56) and Louise
Thames Hare & Hounds' John McFarlane led the local contingent home in Sunday's Flora London Marathon and took the individual bronze medal in the England championships. The 34-year-old marathon international was fourth UK finisher and 15th overall in
EVER PRESENTS: Three local runners, who have completed all of the London marathons since the inaugural race in 1981, got around the course for the 27th time on Sunday. The oldest of the trio, Jeffery Gordon of Thames Hare & Hounds, was more than an hour
Former Richmond resident Mara Yamauchi led the British women runners home in the Flora London marathon from Blackheath to The Mall on Sunday. Yamauchi, 33, who now lives with her husband in Japan, last year became Britain's second-fastest female marat-hon
They say life begins at 40 - but for the oldest woman in this year's London Marathon, 58 was the magic number, writes Tom Kell. Doreen Offredi, 78, completed her ninth London Marathon on Sunday despite not beginning to run regularly until the age of
A Thornton Heath man has been charged following raids to crack down on alleged sham marriages. Police, working in partnership with the Border and Immigration Agency (BIA), swooped on a property in Thornton Heath last Friday, while at the same time addresses
The first ever analysis of whether alternate week bin collection improves recycling rates will be revealed later today by the Local Government Association. The analysis shows that councils with the system in place have a recycling rate more than 30 per
The UK's Millennium Seed Bank, part of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, has collected its billionth seed for safekeeping and conservation. The seed will be presented to the Chancellor, Gordon Brown, on 26 April, ahead of an official banking ceremony at
A 21-year-old motorcycle rider has died in a road traffic accident in Sunbury. A Surrey police spokesman said the man, said to be local, was riding his black Yamaha motorcycle on Cadbury Road about 9.20pm yesterday when it collided with a green Vauxhall
A new Croydon police unit founded after a spate of gang attacks in south London aims to have the problem under control in a year. Speaking at the launch of the new Gang Focus Desk, Detective Superintendent Ian Smith said the unit was in its "embryonic
Police say the New Malden house where a man died in a fire on Friday was being used as a cannabis factory. The massive fire happened just after 9pm on Friday at the house in Van Dyck Avenue, and gutted the 1930s chalet-style, three-bedroom property.
