A controversial garden waste recycling scheme is to be scrapped after a fierce public outcry. Liberal Democrat leaders said they had made a “mistake’’ in introducing the unpopular £35-a-year waste bag in June. Their recommendations to
A man who died after setting himself alight in Surbiton on Friday had beaten his wife and could have been facing jail today, it has emerged. Barmak Karimi, 39, died in the early hours of Saturday morning from severe burns, after starting a
Kingston schoolchildren created a small piece of history this morning when they buried a time capsule beneath a new restaurant in John Lewis. The year two pupils at Latchmere School returned to the store to plant a fresh time capsule after three others
Face of Croydon winner Kym Whittle strutted her stuff in her debut on a New York catwalk during fashion week. The 18-year-old model also met fashion icon Victoria Beckham. She said: “I have had an amazing opportunity here in New York and I have loved
Simon Thomas insists he would be happy for Crystal Palace to send him out on loan if the opportunity arose. The striker signed from Boreham Wood in the summer has been linked with a possible switch in order to gain first team experience and says it is
It is not every day that Kingston can boast having a world premiere on its doorstep. But staff and service users at the EnhanceAble project turned out in force last night for the glitzy launch of their film 9 1/2 weeks. EnhanceAble is a charity working
The cost of a driveway in Croydon has gone up by £168 according to a new London league table. Parking space website YourParkingSpace.co.uk released annual rankings of all 32 London boroughs by how much commuters will pay every year to rent
Murder charges are to be dropped against a couple accused of killing a man in a row over a supermarket queue, the Old Bailey heard today. Tony Virasami, 38, and his partner Antoinette Richardson, 37, will face manslaughter charges instead at
WOLVES 2 v 1 CRYSTAL PALACE Palace: Speroni, Butterfield, Fonte, Lawrence, Hill, Derry, Carle, Watson, Scannell, Djilali, Ifill. SUBS: McCarthy, Fletcher, Griffit, Ertl, Thomas. Wolves: Hennessey, Collins, Stearman, Kightly, Henry (c), Ebanks-Blake
Richmond head coach Geoff Richards has warned his side they need to be more ruthless after skipper Matt Hart got them off the hook with two late penalties to secure an 18-12 win over Lydney. Richards’ men have made a winning start to their National
Bees boss Andy Scott insists his side will not become like a rabbit caught between the headlights as they bid to extend their six match unbeaten run. Brentford have conceded just one league goal since suffering an opening day defeat to Bury and kept
During the Swansea game there was a guy sat a few feet down from me who made me a little angry. He was doing radio commentary and quite early on stated that he believed Julian Speroni to be Palace's weak link and that the Swans should target him.
Two Croydon pubs have been named in Britain's number one beer guide. The Ship of Fools in London Road and The Skylark in Southend are listed on the Campaign for Real Ale's (CAMRA) Good Beer Guide 2009. The pubs were chosen by members
Ecologist and author Rachel Carson is an inspiration to many people. In the 1950s and 60s she almost single-handedly took on the government and the chemical industry in a desperate attempt to warn them of the dangers of harmful pesticides, not just
The odds of a terrorist bomb or plane crash in Surrey’s leafy suburbs are incredibly rare. But when a panic button was activated at St Peter’s Hospital, Chertsey, today it was clear from staff leaping into action they are suitably prepared
Bees midfielder playmaker Gary Smith will not be rushed back into action according to boss Andy Scott, after the former MK Don suffered another setback this week. The 24-year-old is yet to make an appearance this season and had the latest of two injections
An inquest has opened into the death of 19-year-old football player, Oliver Kingonzila, who was stabbed to death outside a Croydon nightclub at the weekend. The Congolese born, Croydon College student, was stabbed outside the E Bar in South
One of the most successful shows to have ever come out of Ireland is back at Fairfield Halls. International smash hit Spirit of the Dance has been seen by more than thirty million people worldwide, with up to ten performances taking place at various
The mum of stabbed teen Eugene Attram has told how the whole family has suffered since his death following a gang fight. Ashley Rookwood, 18, from Tooting was found guilty of murder and violent disorder and jailed for 12 years on Friday. Eugene,
The family of a young leukaemia sufferer are overjoyed after a potentially life-saving bone marrow donor was found. After appeals in the Wandsworth Borough News, over 600 people turned up to a clinic this month to be tested for possible tissue
Thirty centimetres has cost a Surbiton couple the extension they need to enjoy their home into their twilight years and could even mean they have no external walls. Tearful Farzad Shamsavari, 66, said a mistake by the builders meant plans were
Aged 92 years, passed away peacefully at The Teddington Memorial Hospital on Wednesday 10th September 2008. Dearly loved wife of Frederick, mum of Margaret and Alan. She will be greatly missed by the grandchildren and great grandchildren and all who
In loving memory. Frank, Anne, David, Jeane, Carol, Bill, Stephen, Debbie, Michael, Karen, Ruth, Bill, Joe, Eve and all the great grandchildren.
Died September 1982. Sad are the hearts that loved you. Silent the tears that fall Living our lives without you Is the hardest part of all. Loving wife Joan and family
Passed away at his home in Hampshire on 24th August 2008. Jean, Lynne and Adrian wish to thank all friends and relatives for their kind thoughts, flowers and donations to The Alzeimers Society. Forever in our hearts.
The marriage took place on 31st August 2008 at Brandshatch Place Hotel between LUCY MARIE YOUNGER daughter of Lindsey and Kevin Hall, Hounslow and JAMES RICHARD POET of South Benfleet, Essex
The last time comic Russell Howard was in Croydon he left me in stitches. The energetic 28-year-old was previewing his Edinburgh Festival show in the Warehouse Theatre at the end of July and was simply nothing short of hilarious - I honestly haven’t
The final book delving into the wizardly world of Hogwarts has cast a spell on Kingston readers, if borrowing figures are to be believed. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows dominated the charts of most borrowed book over the last year flying
n the net Kingstonian striker Steve Goddard has become the second player in a week to quit Kingsmeadow in search of first team football in Ryman League Division One South. The former AFC Wimbledon front-man scored three goals from eights starts since
When Des Walker was in his pomp the cry from Nottingham Forest supporters was repeated often. "You'll Never Beat Des Walker." And most of the time they were right. Walker, a hero of Italia 90, had explosive pace and covering skills that
Harlequins RL have been shorn of one of their potent attacking options for 2009 with winger Rikki Sheriffe electing to join Bradford Bulls. Sheriffe, who crossed for eight tries in an injury-affected campaign, had come to the end of his current deal
Crime in Streatham could soar as inexperienced cops are left to run its police station, a police source has warned. An ongoing management reshuffle will see Lambeth Police announce within weeks that an inspector will be left in charge of Streatham
He may be in his late-fifties and a sporting a whole heap of grey hair but Billy Ocean is still as popular as ever. Love Really Hurts Without You, When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going and Get Outta My Dreams, Get into My Car are just
Civil Service opened their London Two North campaign with a remarkable 41-30 victory at Eton Manor on Saturday, writes Paul Tiller. The first half saw the home side play with better shape, keeping the game in the Civil Service half for long
Fulham defender Aaron Hughes has admitted that the Cottagers have to rekindle last season’s end-of-term heroics on the road if they are to establish themselves as a Premier League force this season. Back-to-back Craven Cottage wins over Arsenal and
CCTV cars parked on yellow lines are perfectly legal, Lambeth Council says despite accusations of hypocrisy from angry drivers. Angry residents have contacted the Streatham Guardian in recent weeks to complain about the number of CCTV cars
It's been a busy summer for the girls and boys of 1st Cuddington (Warspite) Sea Scouts. Week long summer camps for the Cubs, Scouts and Explorers have taken us everywhere from the outskirts of Guildford to Forrests near Nottingham. We have rafted,
MARTIN FELTHAM (Devoted Brentford fan) Passed away suddenly on 13th August 2008. Hopefuly found angels for some peace. Survived by his son, aged 8. Will be sadly missed by family and friends.
MICHAEL MAGUIRE 21st September 2007 If tears could build a pathway, And memories a lane, We would walk right up to heaven, And bring you home again Hele, Louis and Nathan
26/12/1950 - 24.9.2006 Two years have passed and we miss you more than ever. You’re always in our thoughts and in our hearts. Love you always Den, Dino and Family
In loving memory of CARRIE COLLINS 17th September 2003. Still thinking of you more than ever. With love from husband Dennis, your sons Tommy, Denny, and Lewy and her two lovely grandchildren Lewis and Miles, and pet Jack.
Remembering SUZETTE CHARMAIN SYBLISS On her birthday 18th September 2008. A beautiful special and most precious daughter, sister, auntie and friend. Your time with us was short. What you have given us is a lifetime of beautiful
New plans for the redevelopment of the Caesars and Megabowl site in Streatham High Road are to be unveiled at an exhibition on Thursday September 18, Friday 19 and Saturday 20. Plans submitted to Lambeth Council by developers were withdrawn
A controversial road plan set to destroy 1,000 square metres of Brockwell Park could be scrapped because campaigners have found an alternative that could halve the green space lost. Permission for Transport for London (TfL) and Lambeth Council
In loving memory of MICHAEL MAGUIRE Who passed away 21st September 2007. A year has gone, still missed very much. Always in our hearts and thoughts. Kath and your grandchildren Bradley and Harley
Congratulations on your Engagement TERRY CRABB to JULIE 10.9.2008 Enjoy your party Love from Families and friends
Tulse Hill station must become a no drinking zone to combat violent drunks and drug addicts blighting the area, businesses and community figures have warned. The intimidating drunks and beggars - who commune at a kiosk outside the station - regularly
Dear IMOGEN Wishing you a very happy first birthday With love from Auntie Natalie & Uncle Nick XXX
A teenager has appeared in court accused of murdering a teenage semi-professional footballer from Croydon. Oliver Kingonzila, 19, was found with stab wounds outside the E Bar in Croydon, south London, on Saturday morning and died shortly afterwards.
Happy 18th Birthday MICHAELA POWELL 22.9.2008 Love from Mum, Dad, Terry, Dean, Daniel, Richard and all your family XX
Cousldon Academy is to hold an open day to celebrate the grand unveiling of the new Oasis Community centre for learning. Reverend Steve Chalke, founder and chief executive officer of Oasis Community Learning will be unveiling a commemorative
Happy 1st Birthday IMOGEN 18th September. Lots of love from MumMum, NanNan, Uncle Adam and Auntie Kirsty XX
Croydon council has admitted it has an army of curtain twitchers who report on crimes such as dog fouling and littering. The environmental snoopers look out for graffiti and flytipping and also report potholes and street lighting defects. The council
Congratulations to my lovely daughter FAYE on the birth of her first daughter MIA CECILIA born 12.9.2008 6lb 11ozs. Love mum X
Fell asleep on 5th September 2008. While she lies in peaceful sleep Her memory we shall always keep Will be sadly missed by her brother John, Sister-in-Law Eileen and nephew Sean.
FOUND A young BLACK and WHITE cat. Slim, very friendly, wearing collar, Found Wyevale Garden Centre, Merton Tel: 020 8337 7781
Passed away peacefully on 7th September 2008, aged 86. Funeral Service to be held at All Saints Church, Banstead on Thursday 25th September at 12.00pm. All enquiries to W A Truelove & Son Ltd01737 212160. Sadly missed by all her family and friends
A wonderful, loving and caring father and friend, who enjoyed life to the full. Tragically taken from us aged 67. We’re still trying to come to terms with what has happened. We’ll all miss and love you forever. Funeral details to be announced.
Sadly passed away on 4th September 2008. Funeral to take place at Christ The King Church, Wimbledon Park, Putney Vale Crematorium at 1.00pm. And afterwards at the Irish Centre, Wimbledon. He will be sadly missed by his wife Myra, daughter Anna-Maria
Passed away on 15th September 2008 at The Royal Marsden Hospital, aged 65. A dearly loved mum, nan, sister and friend. She will be desperately missed by us all, but always hold a special place in our hearts. God Bless
In loving memory of JOAN CHESSMAN Passed away peacefully on 12th September 2008, aged 87. Much loved mum and nanny who will be sadly missed. Service on Tuesday 23rd September, 3.00pm at Croydon Crematorium. Flowers or donations for the M S Society
On 10th August 2008 while holidaying in Egypt. Fondly remembered by her brothers and sisters Margaret, Dorothy, Desmond, Jim, and her many nieces and nephews. Bobbie's service will be held at Putney Vale Crematorium on 22nd September at 9.30am. Tributes
Police have found the mum of a baby girl abandoned at West Middlesex Hospital on Tuesday. Officers had earlier issued a CCTV photo of a woman they want to speak to in connection with the day old baby girl abandoned at hospital. The newborn
On 10th September 2008, in Royal Marsden Hospital, Chelsea, aged 65 years. Much loved husband of Lesley Ann, Father of Nicholas, Suzanne and Allison. Funeral Service at Surbiton Cemetery on Thursday 18th September 2008 at 2.00pm. Enquiries/flowers
Late of Church Road, Epsom, died peacefully aged 94 at Lydney Gloucestershire on 9th September. Sadly missed by son David, daughter-in-law Sheila and her 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Family flowers only. Donations please to “The Victoria
ALLUM On 10th September 2008 peacefully in hospital. CONNIE ALLUM Aged 87 years of New Malden. Beloved mother of Tina, who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service Friday 19th September at 12.30pm North East Surrey Crematorium
Aged 62, died peacefully on 12th September 2008 after a long illness bravely borne. He was the much loved son of Evelyn and the late Ernest Parker and brother of Barbara, Pat, Peter, Andrew, Marianne and Brian. The Service will be held at North East
Passed away on 5th September 2008 aged 63. Her thoughts were for others to the last and will be sadly missed till our lives have passed. Thank God she is in no more pain. Much loved by her husband Len, Sister in Law Betty, and all friends and relations
29.3.1925 Formerly wife of Rodolphe Cloutier, member of The Canadian Expedition Forces, killed at the Landing in Sicily in 1943, followed by the birth in December 1943 of a son Roddy. Married in March 1945 to Georges Le Friant, a long
Went missing on 9th September. Very much loved. Owned by elderly lady. Please contact if you have any information A.S.A.P. REWARD OFFERED. Tel: 07912 874083 Many thanks
Boris Johhnson has said he will stump up the cash to rezone Kingston and Surbiton station in answers given at the Mayor of London's Question of Time. But he has told Liberal Democrat members of the London Assembly he has no formal powers in moving
In ever loving memory of DEBORAH LILLIAN McCORMICK 22.2.1960-22.9.2007 Greatly missed by all her family. Always in our hearts
MUM/NAN It’s been a year since you left us it feels like only yesterday. We think about you everyday. Miss you Mum so much Love Kirsti, Ben, Charlie and Kyan X
Remembering Our Dad DANNY SIMMONS 08.01.79 - 17.09.06 Love and miss you so much "Love you forever dad" Vinny, Maddy & Archie
Our dear father died 21.9.2007. Remembered with love and fond memories. Tommy and Micky
To Nanny A year has gone since we said goodbye. Miss and love you Love Alfie, James, Aaron and Aiden X
15.12.1952-18.9.2007 Always in our thoughts. Pam, Andrew, Liz, Chris, Marc, Holly and Jane.
Homeowners are being warned to be on the look out after an unsuspecting couple handed £800 to a man who claimed he had carried out emergency work to their property. Croydon Council’s trading standard officers are investigating the scam after
A homeless man who “fell in love” with his careworker has been banned from contacting her - and a co-worker he threatened - for 18 months. Delroy Walker, 45, who now resides at Carminia Road, Tooting, was given the 18 month restraining order preventing
A dying cancer patient has won a High Court battle for access to a drug that could prolong his life by three years. Doctors at the Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton told Colin Ross he may not survive beyond the autumn unless the NHS paid for his treatment
The replacement of the temporary Walton Bridge has moved a step closer. Surrey County Council has published three statutory orders to move the construction process on. A compulsory purchase order will acquire land from the Oatlands Drive and Bridge
A bike-riding thug tried to rob two teenagers by threatening them with what is believed to have been knife, police say. The two victims, both 18 years old, were walking towards Epsom on Longmead Road when a man on a blue mountain bike approached them
Campaigners protesting against expansion at Heathrow Airport have rejected the view that it is vital for the UK to retain access to global markets. Some UK businesses backed expansion through a national newspaper advert this week. But chairman of
