By Community Correspondent - Rachel Thompson No not an Ikea wardrobe but a capsule wardrobe! A capsule wardrobe is a fully functioning, working wardrobe, where the contents reflect your lifestyle. If you spend 70 per cent of your week working
By Community Correspondant Helena Kim firstlook Image Consultancy www.firstlookimage.co.uk Mary Portas has been very active on TV using her expertise to try to help shops and charity shops. And it was a shock to learn that many
Shakilus Townsend was killed by a jealous rival despite the fact he had not had a sexual relationship or even kissed the girl who lured him to his death. Samantha Joseph, Danny McLean’s girlfriend was just 15-years-old when they conspired to
A young man has been charged following the double stabbing of two teenagers in Twickenham last week. Damien Jones, 19, from Fortescue Avenue, appeared at Richmond Magistrates' Court on July 3 charged with wounding with intent.
By Community Correspondent, Philippa Hennessy Local couple Sean and Alex Robson-Hanafin have been working hard over the past recent months to raise funds for their charity, The Friends of the Children of Tanzania (FoCT). The charity was first set up
Staines Town manager Steve Cordery believes his team are well equipped for a pre-season upset against Brentford this Saturday. The Swans hope to avoid a repeat of the Bees’ easy 3-0 friendly victory just over a year ago as they kick-start their preparation
London Scottish director of rugby Brett Taylor has revelaed former Ealing winger David Howells will be the most eye-catching of his summer recruitment drive. Howells touched down 35 times last season to become the leading try-scorer in the
Brian McDermott has taken aim at both the RFL and the national media after David Howell received a three-match ban in the wake of his sending off at Wigan last week. Howell saw red after elbowing Sam Tomkins in the face as Quins crumbled to a 40-12
Alan Keen MP said squatters who have taken over his and his wife’s main home should “get a job.” The Keens refused to submit to the group’s calls for them to apologise over their expenses claims - and instead launched legal action to get them
Epsom Downs flat race meeting. First Race Time: 6:20pm. Notable Jockeys: David Probert, reigning joint Champion Apprentice on the turf. Notable Horses: Norman The Great is a winner over hurdles & bids for a hat-trick on the flat at 7.25pm.
Wandsworth's Tara Arts is taking its latest production on a national tour this autumn, kicking off with a three-month run at the National Theatre from Tuesday. The Black Album, a co-production between TARA and the National Theatre, is a play
Do you remember when robots were a futuristic fantasy and everyone thought they would be doing the laundry and cleaning by the end of the last millennium? Well now you can recall those good old days as a new exhibition at The Old Sweet Shop in Southfields
The seven teenagers accused of killing Croydon teen Shakilus Townsend have been found guilty of his murder. The Croydon teenager was murdered by gang members because of a love rivalry, the Old Bailey jury were told. The 16-year-old boy
The N2O season of comedy is back at Battersea Arts Centre this month as stand ups and sketch groups alike prepare their shows for this year's Edinburgh Festival. Top names such as Bill Bailey, Harry Hill, Lee Evans, The League of Gentlemen
The Hidden Treasures from the Mary Rose exhibition at Whitgift School has proved such a success it has been extended until September. More than 250 artefacts, many of which have never been put on show before, from King Henry VIII's flagship, which
Lambeth roads in desperate need of resurfacing have been left off the list for repairs while others in less need will be improved, it has been claimed. Lib Dem councillors are seeking more detailed information on how roads due to be repaired
When you are the fastest living creature in the world it is essential to have a trusty guidance mechanism. This juvenile peregrine falcon, named Fallon, is recovering after taking a wrong turn and crash-landing into a multi-storey car park
Begona Castro is hoping to avoid wilting in blazing heat when she occupies the vacant fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square on Friday. The St Raphael’s Hospice fundraiser will spend her 60 minutes of fame dressed as a sunflower to highlight the
17/05/47-23/06/09 Beloved son, father and grandfather. R.I.P. Requiem mass at Sacred Heart Church, Wimbledon on Friday 10th July at 10am. Enquiries to Mears & Cotterill Merton Road, Wandsworth.
END OF A LEGEND 'JACKO' We are sad to announce that Jacko passed away peacefully on 5th July 2009 Sadly missed by wife Kate, Children, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Service to be held at North East Surrey Crematorium
Passed away 2nd July 2009. Funeral Service at North East Surrey Crematorium, Monday 13th July 4.00pm. Flowers maybe sent to Longhurst Funeral Directors, 21 Kingston Road, Ewell.
Passed away peacefully on 3rd July 2009 aged 90. Will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A funeral service has taken place but donations in Renée's memory may be sent, cheques payable to "The Cats Protection League" c/o W A Truelove
Three armed thugs confronted a woman in Eardley Road, Tooting, on Tuesday, according to police. Police were called at midday on July 7 and sent armed officers and a helicopter. They found the woman in a garden shocked but unharmed but
Squatters who have taken over MPs Alan and Ann Keens' Brentford home will face court action on Friday - which could see them kicked out by Monday. The group of 10 squatters have vowed to fight the Keens’ application for an Interim Possession
BROWN On 30th June 2009 peacefully in a Nursing Home. VIDA GRACE Aged 96 years of Merton Park, SW19 who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service on Wednesday 15th July 2009, 1.00pm at North East Surrey Crematorium,
Former Richmond coach Buster White insists the challenge of taking potential and moulding it in to sustained success was behind his decision to join Weybridge Vandals as forwards coach last week. The 43-year-old former London Wasp and England
Passed away 3rd July, aged 65. Loving husband and father. Funeral taking place at North East Surrey Crematorium, Morden, on Friday 17th July, at 11.00am. All enquiries to W A Truelove & Son Ltd 020 8642 0089
In Loving Memory of DAISY ELLEN NASH née MUDDLE Passed away on the 1st July, aged 97 years. She will be sadly missed by all her family. Funeral Service will take place at the North East Surrey Crematorium on thursday 16th July at 1.00pm. Family
Passed away on 30th June 2009. Beloved wife of the late John. The funeral will take place at Epsom Cemetery Chapel on Tuesday 14th July at 2.15pm. All enquiries to Longhurst Undertakers. 01372 723548
Aged 94 Who passed away on 30th June. She will be sadly missed by Family and Friends. Funeral service on Tuesday14th July at 12.00pm Croydon Crematorium. Donations if desired to St Helier League Of Friends c/o W.A Truelove & Son, 118 Carshalton
Passed away at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth on June 25th 2009 aged 83 years. Funeral service to be held in St James Church, Emsworth on Friday July 10th 2009 at 2.00pm followed by the committal at Chichester Crematorium at 3.00pm. Family
Thousands of commuters were left stranded during the morning rush hour after a train lost power 400 yards from Belmont station. Services were suspended between Epsom Downs and Sutton after the 9.09am Southern service to Victoria suffered an
REMEMBERING "REG" Reg Guyett 3/11/33-7/7/06 "We never lose the ones we love, they stay in our hearts for ever" "Smashing" Husband, Dad & Grandad Terry, Karen, Tracey, Charlotte, Lindsey, Matt & Amy
England Women's head coach Gary Street has named Richmond's Rebecca Essex, Karen Jones, Fiona Pocock, Alice Richardson and Amy Turner his squad to compete in next month's Nations Cup in Toronto, Canada. England head across the Atlantic as reigning
To my dearest brother-in-law I thank you for your special friendship and love. We miss you so much. Freda and family
St Mary’s Richmond finished third in Saturday’s Division Two clash at Perivale - but it would have been better had the meeting not clashed with two weddings. The result keeps St Mary’s Richmond 15th in the table, just one point above the six clubs in
24.8.1947-12.7.2008 With loving memories of a much loved husband, father and grandad. Glynn we miss you so very much, not a day passes that you are not in our hearts, our thoughts and minds. You are and always will be the love of my life, and
Remembering my best friend 17.8.1949 - 08.07.2007 Missed more than words can say Love Diane and David
1918-2008 A year has gone by there is not a day when I don’t cry. Miss you so much, Mum Love always Elaine and Paul XX
22-1-60 - 11-7-08 SUSAN A beloved daughter, wife, mother and grandmother. Always remembered. With love Mum, Dad, and Lauren, Ian, Kelly and Andrew Robert & Michael & grandchildren
In memory of PAUL MATTEY and girlfriend KAREN HOEY Who died together. Still sadly missed. Love Mum and Lynne X X
Remembering you with love on your birthday Our dearestLISA We love you and miss you so very much. It hurts everysecond and every moment without you. Always and forever in our hearts Love Mum, Dad, Claire and Chris
Happy 18th Birthday With love from Mum, Dad and Paul, Nanny and Grandad, Grandad, Paula, Chris, Zara and Scott
1.4.1927-17.6.2009 Colin her son, would like to thank all family, friends and the residents of Stayton Road, Sutton who attended Barbara's funeral on Monday 29th June 2009. Thank you to everybody who made donations to ST RAPHAEL'S HOSPICE, and
Belgrave Harriers remain on course to return to the British League Premiership after a weakened team won their second National One match at Eton on Saturday. International William Sharman gained the man-of-the-match award after winning the sprint hurdles
Twickenham-based Steph Twell has pulled out of Great Britain’s team for the European U23 Championships, being held in Kaunus, Lithuania, later this month. Instead, the St Mary’s College student has prioritised her preparations for next month’s IAAF World
Richmond's Amy Turner has been called up to the England Sevens squad to compete in this weekend's European Sevens at Hanover in Germany. Turner, a reserve player for England in this year's IRB Rugby World Cup 7s, replaces Darlington Mowden Parks' Georgina
A man stabbed to death outside his New Malden home was heard “crying and begging” during a fight late last night, neighbours say. Neighbours heard the Korean man in an argument with another man at about 10.30pm, before he was stabbed and left
Sutton-based sprint hurdler Andy Turner believes he is in the form of his life ahead of this weekend’s Aviva World Trials and UK Championships in Birmingham. He is targeting his fourth successive title, which would book his place in Britain’s team for
Tasha Danvers is keeping a positive frame of mind, despite being ruled out of next month’s World Championships with a hamstring injury. The 31-year-old also misses this weekend’s UK trials and her home grand prix at Crystal Palace on July 24 and 25.
Results for Saturday, July 4 Premier Division: Balham & Tooting SSC 161 (D Narain 62) lost to Sheen Park 163-3 (K Pearce 62) by 7 wickets. Balham & Tooting SSC 161 lost to Sheen Park 163-3 by 7 wickets. Old Thorntonians A 150 (N Syed 51, U Tewari 5
Olympic silver medallist Phillips Idowu is out to win gold at the World Championships this summer – and believes victory at the Aviva London Grand Prix next month is a vital stepping stone to global success. Having recorded a convincing victory over
Wimbledon’s Sophie Hosking has been waiting in the wings of the Team GB rowing squad since 2006 and having made history she is out to make her mark at the 2012 Olympics. The 23-year-old former Kingston Grammar School student and crew mate Hester Goodsell
Old Spitalfields Market will be challenging football hopefuls to test their skills against legendary Chelsea footballers on Thursday, August 25. Ten teams will battle it out in aid of Glad’s House, a British project committed to improving the young
Police stopped 88 people during a weapon and drugs crackdown at Crystal Palace train station. Operation Dracula saw Bromley officers working alongside British Transport Police to target people coming into the borough with drugs or weapons.
Despite second-Test goals from Surbiton’s James Tindall and Matt Daly, England went down 2-0 in their three-test series with Pakistan. Having already won 2-1 in the first test, Pakistan raced into a 3-0 lead in the second match at Chase Park, home
Three men were caught red-handed when police found them with dye-stained cash stolen during a bank raid in Wandsworth, a court has heard. Police ambushed a van within hours of the robbery and found some of the stolen money inside. At
Terry Brown admits he has no idea what his line-up will be for the Dons’ opening Blue Square Premier clash with Luton Town on August 8 - and hopes Wimbledon’s tough pre-season schedule will remedy his problem. The Dons get things under way this weekend
Wimbledon U12s full-back Ben Haughton has been selected for the Harlequins academy. Ben, who has been with the club for several seasons, caught the eye last year with a number of excellent performances. A recruitment session will be held by Wimbledon
Wimbledon moved up to third in the Surrey Championship Premier Division after a thrilling run-chase at Spencer on Saturday. Victory looked a long way off when the Earlsfield-based club posted a daunting 284-7 from their 66 overs. But, after Max Fernie
Legendary Wimbledon goalkeeper Dave Beasant is preparing to roll back the years in a re-match of England’s 1990 World Cup semi-final. Beasant, a substitute throughout Italia 90, could get the chance to put that right in a clash with the German side
A man is in hospital and two others were hurt after a police chase ended in a car crash in Esher early this morning. Surrey Police is investigating the incident, which involved a Mazda that had been pursued from Merton by Metropolitan Police
Kelvin Reilly suffered an unfortunate blow to his bid for the 2009 KTM RC8 SuperCup crown at the latest round at Knockill. After a massive get-off in qualifying, Reilly was again left trying to limit his losses as injuries to his left leg and
Windsor Slough Eton & Hounslow's Rikkie Letch took second place and automatic qualification from his 800m heat at the Athletics World Youth Championships in Bressanone, Italy. He had a difficult start with a little pushing and shoving to contend with
Harlequins RL have looked to ease the injury crisis threatening to envelop the Stoop by snapping up Hull Kingston Rovers’ Ryan Esders on a month-long loan. Esders will slot in to cover the hole left by skipper Rob Purdham, expected to miss
Richmond Council has broken its silence over proposed parking charges in Richmond and Bushy Park by calling on the Government to halt the plan. A new alliance between council leaders from Richmond, Kingston and Wandsworth - formed following
England Women's head coach Gary Street has named Richmond's Rebecca Essex, Karen Jones, Fiona Pocock, Alice Richardson and Amy Turner his squad to compete in next month's Nations Cup in Toronto, Canada. England head across the Atlantic as
Strutting eco-supermodels have brought green thinking to the catwalk. Pupils at Cranmer Primary School in Mitcham put on a fashion show with clothing created from recycled materials. Friday’s show marked the end of a week of green activities
By Lorna Hill Kingston College student Kate Winskill has been named as the student winner of the Bentalls Scarf Project. Students studying for a BA (Hons) Fashion and Textiles saw their designs go on sale at a prestigious launch event in the store
Firefighters were called to tackle a blaze at the Marks and Spencer store in Clarence Street, Kingston early this morning following reports that smoke could be seen coming from the back of the shop. Eden Street was sealed off for about half
Their fans have had to wait a long time but finally the JLS debut single is here - and the boys could not be happier with it. Since finishing second to Alexandra Burke in last year's final Ashton, Marvin, Oritse and South Croydon's very own
A main road through Esher has been closed off this morning after a serious car crash in the early hours. Lammas Lane (A244) is closed both ways from the Princess Alice Hospice roundabout due to the car crash between West End Lane and Drake's
Richmond's Victoria Cornborough will start at loosehead prop as England Women U20s take on Canada tomorrow on the opening day of the Nations Cup action at Brunel University. England will be looking to make a powerful start to their campaign against their
A New Malden man has died from stab wounds after a fight outside a house in Kingston Road, New Malden, last night. Police were called at 10.45pm and discovered the man, who is believed to be Korean, bleeding to death in the front garden.
John Crumplin insists he will not shy away from making the tough decisions after watching his Walton & Hersham side fall to a 1-0 defeat to Hayes & Yeading in their first pre-season friendly on Tuesday night. The loss saw the Ryman Division One South
Richmond's Amy Turner has been called up to the England Sevens squad to compete in this weekend's European Sevens at Hanover in Germany. Turner, who was a reserve for England in this year's IRB Rugby World Cup Sevens, replaces Darlington Mowden Parks
A convicted rapist who lost his leg in the July 7 bombings was a guest of honour at a memorial ceremony held in Hyde Park yesterday. Garri Holness, 41, met Britain’s top politicians including Prime Minister Gordon Brown and David Cameron as
Kingstonian assistant Mark Hams insists the Ks squad is looking the sharpest ever and will not need much adjustment to cope with life in the Ryman League Premier Division next season. Boss Alan Dowson added former Staines Town winger Lewis
Mayday hospital has closed its Accident and Emergency department after a major fire ripped through one of the units early this morning. All routine planned surgery and all out-patients appointments in the London wing have been cancelled
Sutton’s lead in the Surrey Championship Premier Division was reduced to four points after they were denied victory by a last-wicket partnership for the second week in a row, writes Mike Woods. Saturday’s clash with closest rivals Reigate Priory at Cheam
When Leonard Cohen’s former manager, Kelley Lynch, syphoned off his multi-million pound retirement fund, little did she know she was doing fans of the legendary Canadian singer-songwriter a favour. Even though Cohen won a civil suit against
With crooked politicians dominating the headlines, history enthusiasts have called for Wimbledon’s own pioneer of the art to be recognised. They want a plaque at Cannizaro House commemorating former resident Henry Dundas, 1st Viscount Melville
A crack team of investigators have busted fraud rings within the home of UK immigration. Over the last two years the Security and Anti-Corruption team (SACU) at Lunar House in Croydon has secured the conviction of 10 staff involved in separate
A rowing boat belonging to Leatherhead-based charity Wildlife Aid has been stolen - in the middle of an animal rescue mission. Wildlife Aid founder Simon Cowell and three of the charity's volunteers were called out to a lake in Bewbush, Crawley
Mayday Hospital has been forced to contact 700 families after a machine for testing babies’ hearing was calibrated incorrectly. The trust had to contact families of babies tested as far back as 2003 to make sure none of them had been missed
Two Croydon police officers were commended for displaying “leadership, resilience and decisiveness” during an incident where a baby’s life was at serious risk. In January the mother of a two-month-old baby was threatened by her ex-partner who
A hospital unit had to be evacuated after a fire early this morning. The Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) unit which helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions caught alight at 4am. Parts of the hospital were evacuated while
Sutton United and Brentford will contest a new trophy when they meet in a pre-season friendly at Gander Green Lane on Wednesday, July 22 (7.45pm). The President’s Cup will be awarded in memory of Andrew Letts, who was Sutton’s president until he died
Sutton & Epsom have named 20-year-old scrum-half Steve Munford as captain. He replaces Graham Hill as skipper having stood in for the prop on a couple of occasions last season. Munford is already making a mark, having insisted that
One lucky shopper got a deal to remember at Centre Court shopping centre last week as she picked up a car worth more than £6,000 for just a couple of quid. Annette Gifford, from Earlsfield, was given the Chevrolet Matiz. She bought a ticket
Police Community Support Officers could start fining litterbugs and dog owners who do not clean up after their pets if Sutton Council agrees to increase their powers. Currently the borough’s PCSOs, who do not have the power of arrest, carry
Lambeth Council leader Steve Reed has dismissed claims millions of pounds of funding to improve social housing in the borough could be under threat as “scaremongering”. Concerns about the safety of some £250m promised to Lambeth to improve
A multimillion pound housing estate in Epsom officially opens on Thursday. Pelman Way, which was recently visited by the south east regional minister Jonathan Shaw, consists of 21 shared ownership homes, 34 homes to rent and 15 homes for sale
The vibrant culture of Africa was celebrated at Ernest Bevin College on Friday when students held a charity day for children in Uganda. The school in Tooting held a Taste of Africa party to raise money for Diana Elizabeth Ochola Memorial Aid
Conservative Party sources claim successors to MP Richard Ottaway’s job are lining up in case he should be ousted over his expenses claims. The Croydon South MP faces a vote of no confidence later this month and senior sources within the
A Wandsworth Council worker who was sacked after he allegedly told a woman with an incurable condition her illness was down to the fact “she did not believe in God” is set to take the local authority to an employment tribunal. Duke Amachree
Happy snappers in Wandsworth are invited to take part in a photography competition with a prize of more than £1,000. The competition, run by the council, is open to anyone who lives, works or studies full time in the borough. There are
A man accused of causing two deaths of two people in a road collision on the A3 last year was seen driving in excess of 120mph just before the incident happened and was under the influence of alcohol, a court has heard. Deane Girdler, 43
Young people are throwing themselves into classes, courses and qualifications. That’s the message from Merton Council’s youth service, which has announced a big rise in the number of children and teenagers in the borough it has helped to
A retired police officer from Worcester Park funeral procession had a historic police car and a vintage police motorcycle last used at Princess Diana’s funeral. Sergeant John Arle, 82, known as Alan, who used to serve in Epsom and Sutton, died
A senior partner in a Croydon law firm has been accused of homophobia after attacking the Law Society for promoting gay pride. David Moore, partner at Streeter Marshall, penned the email after a request from the society asking members to “celebrate
A major award has shown a Raynes Park pharmacy is in excellent health. The Mount Elgon Pharmacy in Kingston Road has been hailed as the best business in south London, scooping a £5,000 prize and a place in the national finals of a small business
An ambitious plan to bring the tube to Streatham has been launched by a parliamentary candidate. Chuka Umunna, Labour’s candidate for the Streatham constituency, has started the campaign in response to news a southern extension of the Bakerloo
