By Community Correspondent Tasman Hogan-Keogh So last month, my best friend bullied me into pre-booking cinema tickets to go and see the long awaited vampire sequel to 'Twilight,' 'New Moon.' We trudged into Kingston and paid for tickets we
By Community Correspondent, Andrea David-Akanbi On the day of 21st October, Oliver House Preparatory School celebrated the day that marked its fifth anniversary through a mass and a visit from the commendable Bishop Paul Hendricks. The bishop
So, What was the Point of That? As I stood on the platform waiting for the train to come, there was a sense of trepidation that I felt as I was making my way to the Lord Mayor’s Show in London. As the day unfolded, and it became increasingly obvious
By community correspondent, Isabelle Kabban Winter is here, and with it comes the inevitable colds and flu but also the dreaded norovirus, known as winter vomiting virus. A number of girls in my school have now suffered from the virus this
By Community Correspondent Ruba Ameen Ever contemplated the most effective way to attract the attention of the opposite sex? For females, your answer is here, and all that remains is an addition of the name of your potential suitor; ‘O Romeo
Competition is hotting up for a place at the 2009 young performer live final, with more than 100 acts taking part in the first round of auditions. Sixty of the youngsters were selected to take part in workshops over the October half term, but
A blaze that took firefighters seven hours to extinguish was still smouldering three days later. Four fire engines were called to Viridor Waste Management in Jessops Way, Beddington, at about 7am on Sunday. A Wallington Fire Station
Two teenage men were robbed as they made their way home after a night out with friends. The 16 and 19-year-old victims were walking along Middleton Road near the junction with Robertsbridge Road, St Helier, on Monday November 16 when they were
Unemployed youths participating in Prince's Trust Team Programme are working hard to help the local community. Team Croydon Seven consists of 10 people aged between 16 and 25, who are taking part in a 12-week course to help people and gain
A Balham aristocrat who stole more than £230,000 from a family charity escaped jail on Thursday at Southwark Crown Court. Jonathan Davies, 65, of Ramsden Road, was given a two year suspended prison sentence after admitting stealing from the
Comedy jazzers the Bill Posters Will Be Band are joining up with former members of the Bonzo Dog Band for an evening of musical lunacy at the Bull’s Head on Thursday. Billed as “a monster pre-Christmas show”, the event will feature a set from members
The plight of a little boy with cancer has inspired five computer whizzkids to pedal all the way from West Ewell to Brighton. The five from Bytes Software Services in Chessington Road took to their saddles after learning that a colleague’s
Mercury prize winner Speech Debelle has said she deserved to be booed by a 500-strong crowd last night as she was "way to too drunk" to perform. The Gipsy Hill rapper was given a tough time by some Take That fans at a London event as she performed
A serious gas leak on the A240 near Southborough School may cause traffic disruption this evening when temporary traffic lights reduce the Hook Road, near the A3, to a single lane. Southern Gas Network (SGN) are investigating the exact location
A construction worker from Thames Ditton has appeared in court today accused of violent disorder at a West Ham football match with Millwall. So far 51 people have been arrested in connection with crowd trouble at the game on August 25.
Plans to axe hundreds of jobs nationwide by one of New Malden’s largest employers has been described as a "bitter blow" for its workers who may be at risk. BAE Systems, which currently employs 291 workers based in New Malden High Street, announced
Residents will get a brand new perspective on how well their local public services are doing when the Oneplace website is launched on December 9. Oneplace consists of six independent national watchdogs giving an overall picture of life in Croydon
by Helen Baden Art by famous artists and celebrities including Antony Gormley & Jacqueline Wilson will be auctioned by the Teddington School PTA on Friday December 4th 2009 at the Normansfield Theatre, Langdon Park in Teddington, South
South west London’s new further education institution will retain the name South Thames College, it was announced this week. The new college is the product of a merger between South Thames and Merton colleges, which between them have five sites
Smash hit play The Pitmen Painters returns to the National Theatre this December for a limited season. Written by Lee Hall, author of Billy Elliot, the play brings to life the story of the Ashington Group – miners from Northumberland who became celebrated
Step into the Christmas season with a new look at award-winning Metropolis Hairdressing, on Eden Street. Three lucky readers will be treated to a fabulous hair makeover with Metropolis’s new stylist, Perry. Perry will give each winner
By Community Correspondent Katie Kemp Friday the 13th – often known as a day of superstitious misfortune – was the antithesis of the day’s stereotypical reputation this November, proving to be a day of much merrymaking at the Polka Theatre
Neil Warnock has hinted he could go for an attack-minded approach tomorrow when Crystal Palace take on Watford at Selhurst Park. Darren Ambrose has scored Palace's last five goals with no other Eagle finding the net since Alassane N'Diaye's
Brooklands College student Geordie Logan has beaten 3,000 runners from around the world in one of Cuba’s annual Marabana international road races. The 16-year-old, in his first year of a BTEC national diploma for sports and exercise, made the trip with
Yearling entries for the 2011 running of the Group One Investec Derby must be made by 12 noon next Tuesday, December 1, 2009. The initial entry stage, at a fee of £400, offers exceptional value and is the most cost-effective way of aiming
Danny Care and Ugo Monye return to the Harlequins side for tomorrow's clash with Gloucester. They will be joined in the starting line-up by their England team mate Nick Easter, who returns from a calf injury sustained against Worcester. With the
Corinthian Casuals could not reproduce their stunning FA Trophy victory over league leaders Worthing in Tuesday’s league fixture. Casuals, though, did not disgrace themselves and with a bit more luck may have come home with a point. After only
Two unemployed Italians have appeared in court charged with the murder of two men who shared a flat in West Norwood. Claudio Lamponi, 29, of Norwood High Street, and Massimo Manai, 41, of no fixed address, were charged this morning (November
A jury sitting on the murder trial of a cleaner accused of stabbing her 81-year-old employer to death has retired to consider the evidence and reach a verdict. Nicola Bushnell, 44, from Epsom, is accused of murdering retired police administrator
1965-2009 Passed away suddenly on 14th November 2009. A loving son, husband and dad. Sadly missed and loved always Mum, Tammy, Joe, Georgia, Alfie & Harrison xx
If anyone knows the whereabouts of Jerusha Ghinis, aged 20 yrs would they please contact Jerusha’s family on 07943 827929 This is a very urgent appeal
1965-2009 A great brother and wonderful uncle who passed away on 14th November 2009 All our Love always Tammy, Paul, Brooke, Jake & Sam xxx
Passed away on 20th November aged 91 years. Funeral to take place Monday 30th November 1.00pm at All Saints Church, Weston Green, Esher. Flowers welcome, donations if desired to Cancer Research UK c/o Frederick W Paine 01372 464021
Passed away 16th November aged 92. Funeral to take place at 11:40am on 30th November at Kingston Crematorium. Flowers welcome or donations to Macmillan Nurses
Of Ewell passed away peacefully on 20th November 2009 aged 88. A loving and kind lady who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Randalls Park Crematorium on Friday the 4th December 2009 at 12.30pm
In Loving Memory of our dear brother Stephen Andrew Wright 27/10/1959-22/11/2009 Passed away peacefully. Tenderly we treasure the past, with memories that will always last from your loving brothers David, Keith, Alan, Robert and
Peacefully on 22nd November aged 94 years. Beloved mother of William and Geoffrey. Funeral Service North East Surrey Crematorium, Thursday 3rd December at 1.30pm. All enquiries to W A Truelove & Son 020 8642 8211.
Passed away peacefully in her sleep on 17th November 2009. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at Hanworth Crematorium on Tuesday 1st December 2009 at 2.40pm.
Died peacefully on 11th November 2009 at Holmwood Nursing Home, Tadworth. Cremation Service Randalls Park, Leatherhead Thursday 26th November at 3.30pm. Any donations to Multiple Sclerosis c/o Longhurst Undertakers, Ewell.
Passed away peacefully on 20th November 2009 aged 84 years, formerly of Epsom and Northallerton. Much loved mother of Patricia, grandmother of Matt and Dan and mother-in-law of John. Funeral service to be held at Amersham Crematorium on Tuesday
Passed away peacefully on the 10th November 2009 aged 92 years. Funeral has taken place. Donations, if desired to Alzheimer’s Society, c/o Garners Funeral Service, 1 & 2 Wolverton House, Wolverton Avenue, Kingston Upon Thames Surrey KT2 7QE
Aged 89 Late of Cobham. Died on 6th November 2009. A beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather to be. He will be greatly missed and be in our thoughts always Love from Melanie, Marina, Teddy, Martin, Sasha, Mark & Emma.
27/10/1959-22/11/2009 Gone but not forgotten. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him, wife Sue, Children Stacey, Laura, Aaron, Tommy, Jack, Holly and Family. Funeral at Garth Road Wednesday 2nd December at 3.30pm. Family Flowers only.
GIBBINS FRANK LT. CDR. RNR. (Ret) of Epsom Surrey. Peacefully on 17th November aged 87 years. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Service at Randalls Park, Leatherhead at 11.45 on 2nd December. Donations to Queen
Peacefully on 18th November aged 90, after many years suffering. Former Mayor of Surbiton. Dearly loved husband of Joyce, devoted step father of Helen and Clare, grandpa of 5. He will be very sadly missed. Funeral Service 1st December at
In Loving Memory of JAMES “JIMMY”JONES Who died 11th November 2009. Beloved uncle, brother and son who will be sadly missed by family and friends, also remembered as barman at the Marquis of Granby and the Royal Automobile Club. Church Service
KADLEC JACK of Richmond Road, Twickenham, died peacefully on 14th November 2009 aged 87 years. He will be greatly missed by all his many friends. Funeral service on Wednesday 2nd December, 10.00am, at St Margarets Roman Catholic Church. No
Peacefully on Friday 20th November 2009. Dearly loved husband of Ann and much loved father of Oliver and Isobel. Will be greatly missed by family and friends. Private interment for family only, followed by Service of Thanksgiving at St
The lovely wife of Edwin Ralph Moscrop Passed away aged 79 years during the evening of Thursday 12th November 2009 at The Hampton Nursing Care Home in Hampton. Brenda was greatly loved and is sadly missed by Ralph, Karen, Darryl, Sandra, Gary
1928-2008 (my sister) 1 Year has passed since we lost you. We will always love you and miss you so much from Pat, Colin, David, melanie, & Nick, matthew & Leanne, Laura, sam & Alex.
Died 29th November 1998 aged 26 years (shine on). Mum, Dad, Nan, Yvonne, Mark, Lesley, Dan, Jessica and Grace.
In Loving Memory of HILDA EALES 27/11/2001 A wonderful mum, Also dear Dad and our John Much love from Jean, Graham, Richard, Denise, Joan and all your family & friends.
Two years have passed since you were taken from us and still you remain in our hearts & minds Remembered with love Reg, Sue, Steve, Robert, Graham, Kathy, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren X X X
Cherished memories of my Dear Dad called to rest 28.11.1969. So many years have passed, but missing you is the heartache that never goes away God Bless Love Shirley
3/1/1950-28/11/2007 Taken too soon, Miss you so much. Never out of our thoughts. Till we meet again Love Kath, Tom, Gary, Maria Family & Friends
A woman was taken to hospital in a critical condition after an accident involving a bus and a car near the Coombe lane tram stop early this morning. Ambulance crews rushed to the scene of the accident at 5.15am. A 28-year-old woman,
Highly rated centre-half Brede Hangeland has given Fulham a timely boost by signing a new contract that ties him to the club until 2013. It ends speculation surrounding the Norwegian's future at Craven Cottage, who has attracted the attention
By Community Correspondent Lucy F. J. Pope If you’ve ever been hit with an exciting business idea and no clue of what to do with it, now is your chance. Richmond Council and partners have come together to launch a Young Entrepreneurs Competition
One of just two doctor’s surgeries in Merton’s most deprived ward is to close. Conditions at the Lavender Fields surgery are “not fit for the 21st Century,” according to Sutton and Merton NHS and its doctors will now move to another surgery
Time is running out to enter Wandsworth Council’s Green Champions Awards – which reward individuals, groups and schools who have made a green contribution to the borough. The award categories include green household, green school (two categories
A memorial service was held on Thursday for two “caring and loving” teachers found stabbed to death in their Shirley home. Barry Dighton, 61 and Elizabeth, 60, were found dead in their home on Wednesday, September 30. The “inseparable
Crystal Palace manager Neil Warnock says he let Stern John join Ipswich on loan because the striker was desperate for games. John was one of the three forwards who left the club on loan deadline day yesterday, with youngsters Nathaniel Pinney
The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) today announced over £85,000 worth of investment into Matchpoint Tennis UK to help build four floodlit macadam courts at their facility in Hurst Green, Surrey. The three-month long project which will begin in
Jane Asher may be a veteran of the stage and screen, having starred in countless plays, films and TV shows, yet when it comes to pantomime her CV looks a little bare. When she takes to the stage as the Wicked Queen in Snow White and the Seven
Bees defender Pim Balkestein is hoping an FA Cup triumph over Walsall can provide the spark for an upturn in the side’s league form. The 22-year-old on-loan Ipswich Town centre-back made his second start for Brentford in Tuesday nights 1-0
Harlequins winger Ugo Monye says every England player must take the responsibility to up their game if they are to enjoy a successful Six Nations campaign. The 26-year-old showed glimpses of his best form in Saturday’s 19-6 defeat to New Zealand
St Helier Hospital has been forced to send newborn babies elsewhere after tests screening babies’ hearing were analysed incorrectly. It is believed 20 babies’ tests were missed, but the trust would not confirm this, or how far back the problems
An icy combination of ballet, gymnastics and aerial aerobatics came to the New Wimbledon Theatre last week. The Wimbledon Guardian team went down to the theatre in the Broadway last Wednesday ahead of the first performance of Snow White on
Elmbridge Council is set to showcase the entries it had to its photography competition, organised earlier this year. The council asked people to send in their photos of the woodlands, commons and animals the borough has on offer, and the 150
Deputy mayor Councillor Shiraz Mirza was surprised to discover Kingston’s newest citizen was an old family friend, when he represented the borough at Boris Johnson’s second annual citizenship ceremony last week. Sadia Khaliq, who moved to
