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  • Fake cop kidnaps women at gunpoint

    A man posing as a policeman kidnapped two sisters at gunpoint and demanded they drive him to Streatham police station. The man, who police believe may be from Streatham, approached two women in Kensington after they had watched an Eric Clapton concert

  • Pub garden bloomin' great

    After battling back from disastrous floods which swept through the borough last year, an award winning Kingston pub has been chosen to participate in a national garden scheme and help raise £2m for charity. The Wych Elm Pub, in Elm Road,

  • Marler snubbed as skipper for England U18

    Harlequins prop Joe Marler has been named in the England U18 line-up for Sunday's Test match with Argentina - but will not captain the side. The 18-year-old skippered the team in the opening tour match against Tucuaman Under 18s but has been

  • Lille

    Located in the Nord-Pas de Calais region of northern France, Lille is the main city of France's fourth largest metropolitan area. A trip on the Eurostar to Lille, takes only one hour and 30 minutes from St Pancras International Station, making Lille

  • MEP’s seal slaughter ban hope

    Hounslow’s MEP Robert Evans has rejected the European Commission’s proposal for a partial ban on the trade in seal products, saying they are "not worth the paper they are written on". His frustration came after he called for the European Commission

  • Party time on the pier

    The annual Party on the Pier, held by the Chiswick Pier Trust was a splashing success for all who attended on July 20. The day got off to a wet start with river dipping with the Thames Explorer Trust and taster sessions held by Chiswick Canoe Club.

  • Risk of flooding increases as climate change hits Thames

    As changes in weather patterns continue anyone living in the Thames basin will find themselves increasingly at risk from floods and droughts, according to a new report. Borough residents are also being alerted to the fact that the river "will become

  • Seven-Up quenches Welsh's thirst for signings

    London Welsh have made a splash in the transfer market ahead of their National League One campaign by announcing no fewer than seven new signings. Leading the way is scrum-half Nick Runciman who arrives from Premiership side Worcester. Runciman, who

  • Hungry mum fined for stealing chicken

    An unemployed mum-of-two stole chicken from a supermarket because she was hungry, a court heard today. Mum Marie Marsham, 36, from Abbotsbury Road, Morden, took the chicken worth £19 from the Sainsbury’s store on London Road, Morden yesterday

  • Footballer following American dream

    A gifted young footballer will be following in David Beckham’s footsteps and giving up life in England to pursue his own American dream. The 19-year-old ex-Sutton Grammar School pupil and MK Dons football apprentice, Adam Kent, will be swapping Sutton

  • JOAN AND DAVE HALL

    Congratulations on your Golden Wedding Anniversary 2nd August 2008. Love from all the family and your many friends

  • ALAN WHITE

    From Roehampton, sadly died nineteenth of July 2008. Funeral 1st August, noon, Putney Vale Crematorium. Friends welcome.

  • DOROTHY BATES

    Passed away on 27th July 2008. Dorothy will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service Tuesday 5th August 2008, 10.30am Mortlake Crematorium.

  • ERNEST BAYLISS

    Passed away peacefully 29.7.2008 aged 92. Service at Randalls Park Crematorium, 7th August at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, donations for Princess Alice Hospice c/o L Hawkins and Sons, Highland Road, LeatherheadKT22 8ND

  • HARRY and HELEN LINDSAY

    Of Roehampton celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary last Saturday in Epsom with their family.

  • MUM AND DAD

    Congratulations Mum and Dad on your 30th Wedding Anniversary 29.7.2008. Love from Nicki, Kelly, Leanne and families X

  • MONK HILDA

    Peacefully on 25th July at Selkirk Nursing Wing, Coulsdon, aged 90. Cremation at Randalls Park on 6th August at 1.15pm.

  • WALKER, ROBERT

    Formerly of Chessington passed away on the 27th July 2008 aged 87 years. Sadly missed by Brian, Jean, Nicola, Mark, Helen and six Great Grandchildren. Funeral is on Friday 8th August 2.00pm at Northeast Surrey Crematorium. All welcome

  • ROY SECKER

    Died peacefully in St Helier Hospital on Friday 25th July 2008. A Service will be held at Randalls Park Crematorium at 11.45am on Monday 4th August. No flowers please but donations to The British Heart Foundation, via W A Truelove and Son.

  • SUMMERS, TERRY

    Died peacefully, 21st July 2008. Aged 69. Beloved twin brother of Frances, Uncle of Malcolm and Elizabeth. Requiem Mass 10.00am Friday 1st August, St Raphaels RC Church Kingston followed by Burial at Kingston Cemetery. Everyone welcome. Enquiries Alan

  • WOLFF, JOAN

    Passed away on 27/6/2008. The Funeral will take place on Friday August 15th at 2.00pm, South West Middlesex, Crematorium. Donations if desired to the Salvation Army/The Stroke Association, c/o Frederick W Paine, Teddington 020 8977 1527. RFamily flowers

  • JOHN PETER MANNOOCH (PETE)

    Age 75 passed away at home with the family he loved. After a brave battle in hospital on July 19th 2008. Funeral will take place at Putney Vale Crematorium Friday 1st August 10.20am. All friends welcome. Enquiries to Larners and Sons 020 8788 2942

  • BILL NOBLE (William)

    Aged 81, of Ross Road Whitton Sadly slipped out of our lives on Saturday, 26th July 2008.Dearly loved dad who will be missed by all his family and friends, at last had his longing wish to join his late wife Mary who was also sadly taken from us on Friday

  • SMALL WHITE CAT

    Missing since Friday 18th July. All white with only one blue eye. Very small and friendly. Please telephone 01737 352475

  • PAULINE RILEY

    In loving memory of Much loved mother of John, Kevin, James and widow of Bob. Passed away peacefully on 18.07.08 aged 76. Service at Holy Cross RC Church at 10.00am then onto Merton and Sutton Cemetery for Burial at 11.30am 04.08.08. All welcome. XX

  • LIDIARD KATHERINE

    Known as Pat passed away 19th July 2008 aged 91 years. Funeral Service takes place on Wednesday 6th August at 10.15am at Randalls Park Crematorium Leatherhead. Family flowers only donations if desired to the The Princess Alice Hospice, Esher c/o A 7 E

  • DORIS MAY GOLDSMITH

    Sadly passed away on 19th July 2008 aged 95 years. Funeral to be held on Tuesday 5th August at 12.00 noon at Chiltern Church, 83 Chiltern Road, Sutton SM2 5QY followed by cremation at Randalls Park. All enquiries to Frederick W Paine 020 8644 8603

  • LOST

    British Short Hair cat, silver with black stripes. If seen please contact 020 8393 0535 or 07974 728477

  • ELSON GEORGE

    Passed away 31/7/2006 Sadly missed by loving wife Audrey and family also friends. Always in our hearts.

  • LES CHURCH

    Remembering you like we always do especially this time of year. We love you and miss you. Sharon, Lisa, David, Michael and Vinny

  • LUCY to PHILIP VINCE

    Announcing the marriage of our daughter On Saturday 26th July 2008 at the Chapel Royal, Hampton Court Palace Mum and Dad

  • Merlot the holiday impound hound free

    Merlot, an English springer-spaniel imprisoned in a seaside quarantine has been freed thanks to the Croydon Guardian. The 20-month-old pooch was nabbed by customs officials as she made her way home from a family trip to the Bordeaux region of France

  • SYLVIA KNIGHT

    13.4.1929-5.8.2002 Remembering you each and every day. Always in our hearts and still missed so much. Remembering you dear wife (mum and nan). Bob, Bob Jnr. Diane and families

  • STUART LEE DONALDSON

    29.3.1970-31.7.2003 Dear Stuart. Five years on and your tragic death still seems hard to accept. We miss you so very much. Death leaves a heartached no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.. All our love always Mum and Dad

  • COLIN EWART BURROUGHES

    13th January 1923-01 August 2006 Your name is often spoken Our thoughts are with you still You have not been forgotten And you never will. All our love Joyce, Lynda and Laurence

  • Southfields teen dismembered in Brazil

    Friends and family of the Southfields teen dismembered in Brazil have paid tribute to the slain teen. Cara Maria Burke left Wandsworth for Brazil in a bid by the troubled teen to escape Britain and start a new life. Born and raised in

  • ALBERT FAIRBROTHER

    1.7.1937-30.7.2007 I have lost my soul's companio A life linked with my own And day by day I miss him more As I walk through life alone. Love always Ann

  • LINDSEY

    Our darling Happy 21st birthday for the 4th August 2008. All our love Mum, Dad, Vicky, Ollie and all the family

  • STACIE BURSTOW

    Happy 21st Birthday 31/7/2008 Enjoy your special day Love you loads Mum and Jimmie X

  • JASON E VELETTIN

    My beautiful son Our lovely baby Birthday thoughts on your 26th 4.8.2008. Love you forever Mum and family XXX

  • RICHARD NORTH

    4.8.1996 If I could have a life time wish, and one dream that could come true, I would pray with all my heart, just to see and speak to you. You've left behind by broken heart and precious memories too. But I never wanted memories I only wanted you. I

  • KRISTIE THRIPP (PARKINS)

    Happy 30th Birthday Have a fab day on 1.8.2008 All our love Your husband Paul, Mum, Michael, Lucy, Steve, Nanny and Ro X

  • PENNY WADE

    To the most caring and compassionate Lady.With love from Penny Steele and family (Australia)

  • LOST

    Small black note book with elastic Between Sutton and Carshalton train stations Reward Offered Please call 01737 844044 07836 697 776

  • CLOAKE, MARGARET (MOLLI)

    A party to celebrate the life of Molli Cloake will be held at Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park, on Tuesday 26th August at 5-7pm. A programme of memories and music will start at 5.15pm. All friends welcome, but will those planning to come please phone John

  • Man with learning difficulties bashed on train

    A man with learning difficulties was punched and elbowed in the head on a train after telling his shirtless attacker that the toilets were out of the order. The victim, aged 37, was returning from a day out with friends on June 6 when he was assaulted

  • Pearce still in frame, says Bees boss

    Bees boss Andy Scott has not given up hope of landing former West Ham United defender Ian Pearce but is confident he will land a new centre-half - come what may. Brentford eased past Hampton & Richmond Borough 2-0 at the Beveree on Tuesday night after

  • Cops release abduction suspect image

    Detectives investigating the attempted abduction of a 13-year-old girl have released an artist's impression of the suspect and are appealing for witnesses. Specialists from the Met's Facial Imaging Team worked with the teenage girl following the incident

  • Relax in fine surroundings at the River Club

    The River Club, based in Old Malden, are determined to keep our spirits high this summer. Pamper yourself with a membership at the exclusive heath club. The River Club is on hand to offer advice on how to lose a few pounds or tone up in the

  • Strong Fulham XI head to Kingsmeadow

    Kingstonian will be hosting a Fulham XI tonight (7.30pm) at Kingsmeadow featuring a number of senior players and internationals. In defence, Moritz Volz is a former Shalke and Arsenal player who represented Germany at U21 level, and Chris Baird is a

  • Win a Marks & Spencer gift card

    There will be a whole new shopping experience on offer at Marks & Spencer Putney when the re-designed store is revealed tomorrow. To celebrate, M&S has teamed up with the Surrey Comet and Wandsworth Borough News to offer readers the chance to win a

  • School urged to change admissions policy

    A Catholic school may be forced to change its admissions policy which favours children from families who are the most active in the church. Saint Philomena’s High School for Girls, in Carshalton, is the sister school John Fisher School in Purley

  • Heroin addict given jail for 'Bucks Fizz' raid

    A heroin addict with a taste for champagne will be sipping far less extravagant drinks from now on, after he was jailed for theft last week. Nathan Pearse, 31, was spotted by CCTV operators at Marks and Spencer in Eden Walk Shopping Centre on July 10

  • Four to face trial charged with PI's murder

    A former Metropolitan Police detective is one of five men who will stand trial in April in connection with the murder of a Croydon private investigator 21 years ago. Daniel Morgan, 37, originally from Monmouthshire, was found with an axe

  • Woman stabbed to death

    A Wandsworth woman has been stabbed to death in Lavender Hill. Detectives are looking for a man seen fleeing the scene in Lavender Hill near the junction with Basnett Road just before 9.30pm last night. The victim has been identified

  • Man banned from towns after child sex assault

    A man has been banned from entering three towns after he admitted sexually assaulting a young girl on Christmas Eve. Paul Newman, of Selby Road, Ashford, pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting the youngster on December 24, 2007, when he appeared at

  • Rogue trader conned war veteran, 95

    A rogue trader who conned a 95-year-old war veteran out of hundreds of pounds has been sentenced to four months in prison, suspended for 12 months. Jasper Smith from Rectory Lane, Banstead, who traded as Complete Property Maintenance, was also ordered