Recession has now been looming for over a year. We have seen housing, financial and automotive industries freeze in the shadow of the downturn. However, there are still many of the world’s major markets which have stood strong in their own personal
From the football pitch to the crumbling comprehensives, racism is rife. As larger than life super heroes, role models to thousands of children, multi-millionaire football players still see race as a credible argument in ‘disputes’. And in schools, groups
From the football pitch to the crumbling comprehensives, racism is rife. As larger than life super heroes, role models to thousands of children, multi-millionaire football players still see race as a credible argument in ‘disputes’. And in schools, groups
Students in Kingston, and all areas alike, spend all their days learning new information and acquiring knowledge and skills, but how many take the time to pay an interest to current events? If you were to go through the borough and ask students if they
Plans involving primary school children learning how to make blogs and use wikipedia that were due to be published next month were leaked to The Guardian. The plans include children learning how to use a spellchecker, (luckily kids will still
Recently there has been some discussion over whether or not the cane should be brought back into schools. There was a survey a few months ago where one in five teachers thought that corporal punishment should be brought back to schools in extreme
Croydon Airport (EGCR) was an airport in South London which straddled the boundary between what is now the London borough of Croydon and Sutton. Croydon was the first airport in the world to introduce air traffic control, in 1921. It was the
By Lucy Allen Last week I was in Kingston with a few friends when we stumbled across a mysterious blue caravan. Close inspection of the many posters adorning it proved the van to be a mobile sexual health service of some sort. As we investigated
Everyone is talking about the swine flu - like the credit crunch it has been attacked and abused by the British media. Headlines everywhere underline new cases emerging up and down Britain, and even more deaths in Mexico: as it spreads people everywhere
By Community Correspondent, Philippa Hennessy Stephen Hammond, MP for Wimbledon, yesterday voted in Parliament to help defeat the Government’s attempt to restrict the right of former Gurkhas to settle in the UK. Stephen Hammond said: “For the
In the run up to the release of Zack Snyder's adaptation of Watchmen (a 1985 graphic novel), I experienced mixed emotions about the film. While I was assured that Snyder's previous film 300 was a proficient comic adaptation, I walked into the cinema
Detectives from east Surrey have arrested two men in connection with a serious assault in Ewell. A 20-year-old man from Epsom was arrested yesterday and a 23-year-old man from Epsom was arrested today. Both have been released on police bail until
Haling Manor and Ashburton schools look set to become academies after Croydon Cabinet approved the proposals on Monday. The decision forms part of a scheme which will see £350million invested in the borough’s schools over the next couple of
Steve Cordery would rather be playing Tonbridge than Carshalton Athletic this weekend. The Staines Town manager is fearful of his opponents’ away record as they come to Wheatsheaf Park for the promotion final after a 3-2 win at Longmead. And even
Surrey Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to be careful when using floating sky lanterns, the latest party decoration essential. Although the lanterns - alternatively known as Thai good luck lanterns or fire balloons - can add an element
By Community Correspondent Chris Lynch Hundreds turned up to hear 364 talented and inspiring young children perform a modern adaptation of typical Viking life, ‘Go, Lightning Vikings’, as children from thirteen schools recounted Viking life
The Kingston Readers’ Festival is continuing and this week historical novelist Hilary Mantel will be appearing at All Saints’ Parish Church. She will be discussing bringing Tudor history to life in her critically acclaimed new book Wolf Hall
Gather round for an evening of storytelling at the for an evening of storytelling at the cornerHOUSE in May. Storytellers will transport you to Africa as they conjure up vivid tales of life in Malawi, with the help of some young performers from
Harlequins scrum half Danny Care insists the current squad has silverware in its sights whether that be in this year’s Guinness Premiership play-offs or next season. The 22-year-old number nine starred as director of rugby Dean Richards men breezed
Anna Hemmings, Britain’s leading female marathon canoeist and current world champion, helped Kingston team manager John Handley lead a training session at Albany Park Canoe and Sailing Club on Wednesday evening. The Club’s young canoeists were
The hopes of cash-strapped Lambeth council tenants for a Government bailout to reduce huge rent increases have been severely dented - despite a desperate plea in parliament from the borough’s MPs. Vauxhall MP Kate Hoey - supported by Streatham
Esher rugby club hosted their 16th annual Mini Rugby Floodlit Rugby Festival last Friday night to celebrate the end of the season and promote fairness and sportsmanship to young players. Six Esher First XV players including Club-Captain Toby Clouston
Norbury is to stage its very first dance festival over the May bank holiday weekend. Semley Dance School, home of the Strictly Come Dancing professionals, will be launching a new project for young people. There will also be Bollywood
Andy Scott insists winning the League Two title as a manager feels much better than when he achieved the feat as a player ten years ago. The 36-year-old Brenford boss scored 11 goals in 40 appearances for the Griffin Park club in the 1998-99 season
The National Deaf Tennis Championships makes its debut at the National Tennis Centre in Roehampton, the home of British Tennis, over the May Day Bank Holiday weekend. Thirty seven of the country's leading deaf players battling will battle for honours
Bad weather has resulted in a frustrating wait for supplies for the Catlin Arctic Survey team. Pen Hadow, Ann Daniels and Martin Hartley have been patiently waiting at their runway strip for six days, unable to progress north until a plane
Dogs will be forced to stay on leads in certain areas of Richmond Park from tomorrow, as the Royal Parks Agency (RPA) attempts to stop the death of birds. The RPA, which controls the park, announced this week dogs will need to be placed on leads in
Richmond Park will be coloured pink as 450 pink clad ladies head off on a 16 mile fund raising sponsored walk to raise money for charities committed to fighting breast cancer. The Pink Power Walk, which will be held on May 17, started six years
And to add to Polly’s delight she has led her country to three wins out of three. Polly, 18, who is taking an NVQ Level 3 in Leisure Sports Development, says: “I attended a number of trials for the British Colleges National side. More than
Four students along with their Course Tutor, Tove Smith, worked flat out massaging the sore legs of hundreds of grateful runners in aid of the Cystic Fibrosis Charity. Student Charmaine Lee (40, from Kingston), joined by her classmates, Caroline
With penalty shootouts against Chelsea players, donkey rides and bouncy castles, organisers say this year’s Oxshott Village Day will be the best yet. The agenda for the event at Oxshott Village Sports Club, on May 4, is packed with sports demonstrations
Teachers from a Kenyan school are in Twickenham this week as part of a fortnight visit to continue a growing partnership. Rosaniah Gwiyo and Abinithar Otiende, from Madogo Secondary School, have been at Waldegrave School for Girls during the first visit
I have always been aware that Bordeaux is a wine region and is famous for some great wines but I am unsure as to which wines are Bordeaux, which are Claret and which are Burgundy? Bordeaux is a large modern city on the banks of the Garonne River in
This week marks the 40th anniversary of a legendary Putney sailor’s greatest achievement - when he became the first man to sail single-handedly and non-stop around the world. Sailing around, or circumnavigating, the globe has traditionally
Evergreen family classic The Railway Children returns to the stage this week when Avalon Theatre Company bring their own version to the Charles Cryer Theatre. Directed by Sue Davids, the show will be a musical take on the E Nesbit tale that was memorably
Trying to find: HERBERT & COALTAN GAYLE If you know of there whereabouts then please contact James 07712 486462
IAN and A-K PARKER Would like to thank all customers and friends of KIRA for their tremendous support and generosity to Meningitis Research. We have been much comforted.
Aged 85 years, passed away Burgess Hill, Sussex, 24th April. Widower of Esme, much loved dad, grandpa and greatgrandpa, formerly of Kingston and Norbiton Bus Garages. All enquiries Radmall 01444 871212
By Community Correspondent Louise Saul Watching Your Every Move I recently spotted my brother in a photo of a crowded street in London in The Times newspaper. He had no recollection of it being taken and was rather surprised to see
WIGHTWICK Clive, Richard and families would like to thank friends and neighbours for their beautiful floral tributes for their late mother Mrs Doreen Wightwick.
Passed away suddenly in hospital. Much loved husband of Olga and dad of Simon and Sarah. Funeral to take place on Wednesday 6th May 2009 at 2.20pm at Kingston Crematorium
Out-of-contract Brentford midfielder David Hunt has revealed a League Two winners medal is going to be a key bargaining tool as a bids to secure a new deal for next season. The 26-year-old joined the Bees in a short-term contract in the January
Passed away peacefully after a short illness in St Georges Hospital on 20th April 2009 aged 70. The funeral will take place on Thursday 7th May at Mortlake Crematorium at 11.30am. Flowers, or donations if desired to The Royal Marsden Hospital,
Known as Betty 11th February 1927 - 23rd April 2009. Sadly passed away on St George’s Day at Dudley House Care Home, Isleworth, formerly of Twickenham. Beloved wife of the late Jack, sister to Vi and Roy and aunt to Kevin and Anne. Funeral Service
Who passed away peacefully in hospital on Wednesday 22nd April 2009 aged 79. Beloved father, brother, friend and neighbour, a popular and well respected former milkman for the Kew Green area. Funeral to take place on Friday 8th May at St Mary
Passed away peacefully on 25th April. Much loved wife, mum, grandmother and sister who will be sadly missed. Funeral to take place on Wednesday 6th May, 11.00am at Kingston Crematorium.
Passed away on 28th April 2009 aged 97. Funeral Service is to take place at 12 noon on Friday 8th May at The Cheam Baptist Church, followed by Committal at The North East Surrey Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired
American fingerstyle and tapping guitarist Preston Reed has to be seen to be believed. Standing on stage with just himself and his guitar, he creates a truly outstanding sound with his fingers, thumbs, fists and hands that if you didn't know
Died peacefully at home on 17th April, aged 78 years. Funeral to be held at Mortlake Crematorium Thursday May 14th at 11.30am. All friends welcome and afterwards at the Ship Inn, Mortlake. Flowers to T H Sanders & Sons, 28-30 Kew Road, Richmond
Passed away on 26th April 2009 aged 78. Loving husband, father and grandfather who will be sadly missed. Funeral Service at The North East Surrey Crematorium on Friday 8th May at 11.30am. Flowers may be sent c/o W A Truelove & Son Ltd, 31 High
Passed away on 27th April 2009, aged 83. Funeral Service at Randalls Park Crematorium, Leatherhead, on Wednesday 13th May at 12.30pm. Enquiries to W A Truelove & Son Ltd Tel: 020 8642 0089
Sadly passed away on 26th April 2009. She will always be dearly loved and greatly missed by us all. Funeral Mass to be held at St Teresa's R C Church, Friday 1st May at 10.00am followed by committal at North East Surrey Crematorium 4.00pm. Enquiries
Passed away on 23rd April 2009 aged 83.,p> Funeral Service at The Randalls Park Crematorium on Friday 1st May at 9.30am. Family flowers only but donations if desired may be sent to "Alzheimer's Research Trust", c/o W A Truelove &
Sadly passed away on the 23rd April, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of the late Louisa, dearly loved dad, father- in-law, grandad and great grandad. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday 7th May at Hanworth Crematorium at 11.40am. Family
Late of Atheldene Road SW18 died peacefully in her sleep 7th April 2009 aged 103 years.
By Ashley Johnson The internet is useful for many things, you can use it for research, playing games or just browsing. The internet can also be used to spy on people. This is because; on the 18th of March 2009 Google enhanced their Google Maps
Dearly loved Husband of Doreen, Dad of Julie and Grandad of Robyn, sadly passed away 23rd April 2009. Funeral Service to take place Thursday 7th May 2009, 1.30pm at St Nicholas Church, Sutton, followed by cremation at North East Surrey Crematorium
Fell asleep peacefully on April 21st 2009. Beloved husband of Jeane, dearly loved father to Ann, John and Stephen. Much loved grandad, great grandad, father-in-law and uncle. Funeral Service at Christ Church Epsom, Tuesday 5th May at 1.00pm.
Died at home on 20th April 2009, and sorely missed by family and friends. For further details about funeral arrangements, flowers, donations contact Abbey 020 8893 3777
Peacefully aged 83 in Eastbourne District General Hospital. Funeral Service at Eastbourne Crematorium Main Chapel on Friday 1st May 2009 at 2.30pm. Flowers welcome All enquiries to Haine & Son, 19 South Street Eastbourne.
In memory of ROSE STELLA MATTHEWS Passed away peacefully on 19th April 2009, aged 86. Active in Guiding for more than 70 years. Service on Friday 1st May 2.30pm, Holy Trinity Church, Wallington. Enquiries to W A Truelove & Son Ltd 020 8647 1032
On Saturday April 18th, aged 16 years. Funeral Service to be held at St Winefride’s Church, Kew, Friday May 1st at 10.00am. All welcome at church and afterwards at Don Fernando’s, Richmond. Committal at Richmond Cemetery, family only. Flowers
Passed away on 18th April. Will be sadly missed. Funeral to take place Thursday 7th May 1.15pm at Randalls Park Crematorium.
Passed away on Monday 6th April, at St Georges Hospital, aged 86 years. Funeral to take place on Wednesday 6th May 2009, Putney Vale Crematorium, at noon. Funeral enquiries J B Shakespeare Ltd, Croydon. Tel: 020 8688 1447/2003
Sex education can be a very important learning experience for children as it is a subtle way to introduce them to the idea. But in many cases pornography is getting to them first giving them an 'unrealistic' attitude to a important part of life. But many
Born 19.12.1922 Died 18.04.2000 Beloved Husband, Father And Grandad. Always In Our Memory. Wanda & Tamara
Preparations are being made in Croydon in the “unlikely” event swine flu reaches its borders. The virus afflicting Mexico and North America is suspected of killing over 100 people and is thought to have infected hundreds more. In Britain
29.04.98 11 years how time flies when you were taken to the skies, We still miss you but in our hearts we know It was painful to see you go In our hearts we love you so. Your loving wife Shirley, sisters, children, grandchildren
An inspirational teacher who has changed the lives of her students has been nominated for a Croydon Champions award for being the “perfect role model”. Heather Roberts, a geography teacher at Thomas More Catholic School, has been described
Wildlife Aid’s annual open day will go ahead despite the credit crunch and thanks to the arrival of some donations. The Leatherhead-based charity has decided to go ahead with its planned open day on Sunday June 21 in spite of the recession
Remembering a lovely brother who died 1st May 2008. Always in our thoughts June, Terry, Charlie, Mick, Pat and Bill
School governers have vowed to take a decision to axe places for Sutton students to the schools’ adjudicator. Tweeddale Primary School governor Andrew Theobald announced the move after Glenthorne High School ruled its 2010 admission policy
9th January 1928 to 29th April 2008. Grandma, I knew I was blessed by your unstinting love, guidance and generousity of wisdom that you bestowed upon me. Now you are no longer here, your lessons and the stories enable me to adhere to the path
West Norwood residents are demanding control of a community centre be given back to them, after a number of groups were barred from using it. The Old Library Centre in West Norwood is now run by Lambeth Youth Services, who say it can only be
In loving memory of my Dearest Wife. JILL FITZGERALD 26.06.1938-05.05.2002 I'm missing you a little more each time I hear your name. And if I could only have you back. Just for an hour or two. I'd put my arms around you.
21st 1.5.2009 "Party all weekend" Have fun!! All our love Mum, Dad, Abbie-Rose, Cheznie, Nan, Grandad, Auntie Linda & Uncle Tim XXXX
An email scammer is trying to trick would-be nannies into handing over their bank account details. The 25-year-old Polish student working in North Cheam was looking for a babysitter job through website Gumtree when she was targeted by the scammer
England team manager Martin Johnson and the Senior Elite Player Squad will be hosting a free open training session for fans at Twickenham Stadium on Wednesday May 20. The session, which is due to start at 3.00pm will be followed by a twenty minute
Congratulations to Beckie and James On the birth of their beautiful son LIAM BLAKE REDMOND On Wednesday 8th April 2009. With much love from the Blake and Redmond families. We are all so proud of Liam xxxx
I, Lisa-Marie Duffy (sgl) of Abbots Lane, Kenley CR8 5JH intend to marry Gary Philip McMahon (sgl) of Abbots Lane, Kenley CR8 5JH at Santa Maria Assunta Church, Orta San Giulio, Novara, Italy on 9th July 2009. Any person knowing of any lawful
A teenager studying at Kingston College is following in her hero John Terry’s footsteps by being made captain of England. Polly New, 18, was called up for England Colleges after rigorous trials involving 100 of the best college players in the
A £6,000 designer suit created by the Queen’s former dressmaker is on sale for a fraction of its original price after it was donated to a Southfields charity shop. The creation by Hardy Amies – a size 14 green two-piece, originally worth £6,000
The Babcock Inter Services championship climaxes with a titanic Army v Navy match at Twickenham on Saturday, May 2 (3pm) in front of a record crowd of more than 54,000. The Army overcame the RAF 62-11 at Aldershot on 15 April with a relatively new-look
A mental patient who died after he absconded from a secure unit in Wandsworth could have been depressed after being rejected by his mother, a former friend has claimed. Aaron Greenidge, 22, was being treated at Queen Mary Hospital, Roehampton
Quick-thinking police officers saved the life of an 84-year-old man who was stabbed in Wandsworth last week. The elderly man was left fighting for his life after sustaining multiple stab wounds during the incident off Garratt Lane last Thursday, April
The Wimbledon Whizzers flyball teams travelled to Huntingdonshire where the sun shone at the Cambridgeshire Canines Flyball Tournament. This was held at the Wood Green Animal Shelter on Saturday and Sunday. The Wimbledon Woofers (Zak, Tally, Jed and
Streatham-Croydon ran out comfortable 32-8 winners over last year's finalists Merton last night to book a place in the Surrey Bowl Final. Streatham arrived in determined mood and were cheered on throughout the game by a large crowd of enthusiastic
Croydon’s gangsters should be persuaded to do sport instead of crime according to the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson. Mr Johnson visited the Sir Phillip Game Centre in Morland Avenue, Croydon, to unveil his plans for the future of sport in
A Hounslow Gurkha is celebrating the "greatest victory" for his community after a surprise Commons vote ruled all Gurkha veterans should have the right to settle in the UK. Dharma Tamang, 48, of Standard Road, who travelled to Parliament on Wednesday
Fairfield Halls has announced no tickets will be on sale on the day of the McFly gig on Tuesday. The concert is completely sold out and the entertainment venue is advising fans without tickets to stay away as there will be no chance of seeing or hearing
Croydon Athletic manager Tim O'Shea was full of praise for his players last night despite their heartbreaking penalty defeat in the final of the London Senior Cup. Despite playing a Hendon side a division above them the Rams matched their opponents
After an afternoon of showers with a very heavy one here at Fetcham about 5:30 in the afternoon, the forecast was correct and it turned out to be a sunny but cold evening with little wind for the 7:30pm start. Brian Molloy was fastest, riding his geared
League Two champions Brentford failed to have a single player named in the division’s team of the year this week, but boss Andy Scott only sees that as a compliment. The Bees, who have topped the table since February when votes for the PFA awards were
An eccentric Kingston artist who died suddenly last year is to have his work exhibited in a major Brighton arts festival to mark what would have been his 50th birthday. Rik Snowley, who grew up in the borough and attended Hollyfield School
Public safety will be put at risk by Government plans to withdraw £1m of funding from High Down Prison, according to an annual watchdog report. The Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) is concerned that rehabilitation programmes would be hit
The youngest and eldest residents of an East Sheen street came together on Tuesday to fight plans for a housing development in their cul-de-sac. Connie Melbourne, 84, and 16-month-old Joseph Anderson joined other members of SOS Avenue Gardens to encourage
The Brown and Root Tower looks set to blight the Colliers Wood landscape indefinitely as developers remain in a stalemate over the future of the building voted the most hated in London. Falling masonry, drug addicts using the car park, and
He might dazzle us with words week in week out on television but believe it or not, Paul Merton's favourite comics are the silent ones. In his new tour, Silent Clowns, he introduces us to his best-loved silent-film stars such as deathless comedians
As if the economic downturn was not a tough enough challenge facing businessmen and women, one BT executive has decided to turn up the pressure by taking part in a four-day assault challenge organised by the Territorial Army. Lindsay Wilkinson
A late night Tulse Hill bar has avoided closure, despite police claims that guns were taken into the premises. The licence of the SD Lounge by Tulse Hill station was reviewed last Tuesday, after police gathered intelligence guns had been taken
A Croydon man made £600 from auctioning off his clutter as part of new TV show, Gutted. John Ellis, a civil servant, is a self-confessed hoarder who has more than 200 Empire magazines and drives his wife mad. The show, hosted by Mark
A campaign to move Morden into zone three in a bid to save the regular commuter up to £300 a year appears to have reached the end of the line. Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has thrown out the proposal put forward by Wimbledon parliamentary
A rider whose horse is lame after an attack by two dogs on Epsom Downs is calling for irresponsible dog owners to be brought to heel. Felicity Evans' horse reared and bucked as he tried to get away from the dogs and she was almost thrown from
Old Walcountians complete an outstanding 2008-09 season when they face Old Whitgiftians in the Surrey Shield final at Imber Court on Sunday (2pm). The Old Boys have already secured their second promotion in three years by finishing runners
Shoppers and commuters could catch trams to Sutton if proposals to improve the town centre get the thumbs up. Merton and Croydon residents could connect to Sutton’s main shopping stretch at the Tramlink at Morden, under Sutton Council’s draft
A 34-year-old woman has been left traumatised after being robbed of her phone and handbag in Blagdon Park, New Malden on April 26 - the second attack in the area in three weeks. The woman was grabbed from behind as she made her way to Burlington
Shoppers and commuters could catch trams in Sutton if bids to improve the town centre are approved. Croydon and Wimbledon residents could connect to Sutton’s main shopping stretch at the Tramlink at Morden Station, under Sutton Council’s
Elmbridge Council has been criticised for using management "gobbledygook" in a key report meant to help taxpayers hold the authority to account. Jargon and council speak in this year’s Overview and Scrutiny Annual Report was discussed at
