Recently I travelled with a group of around forty girls to Iceland for a school trip, which I will remember to be a ‘trip to remember’. Whilst travelling around Iceland I learnt that it is one of those ‘must go before I die’ places. I was struck
By Community Correspondent Ruba Ameen January 1st, and the world is once again overcome by the miraculous rebirth of the typical post-new year expression, as ‘a new year, a new you’ begins to perch on the tip of every tongue. Though somewhat
Surbitonians are preparing for a weekend of wacky events to mark the first Seething Festival celebrating the legend of goat boy Lefi Ganderson. Members of the Homage de Fromage club - which has so far organised Surbiton Ski Sunday and a giant
After forming in 1995, Idlewild exploded onto the British music scene with a repertoire of punky sketches and a quickly-built reputation as a formidable live act. Yet there was always melody to the madness and while their noisy contemporaries
A councillor standing in the next general election has pledged to donate his future council allowance to a youth charity if he is elected MP. Gerry Ryan, the Labour candidate for Croydon Central and Selhurst ward councillor, has said he will
A health authority has been criticised for poor staffing levels, shoddy note-keeping and inadequate training after a man was found hanged in a mental hospital after telling staff he might kill himself. Neil Stanhope, 27, from Esher, was found hanging
Croydon Athletic have gone top Ryman League Division One South after leaders Folkestone Invicta were deducted 10 points today. A statement from the Ryman League said: "Following the decision of Folkestone Invicta Football Club to agree a company voluntary
More than 100 young runners took part in Richmond’s trials to represent the borough at this year’s London Mini Marathon. The route was a 4.6km run through Sidmouth Wood, and the trial was organised by Richmond Council’s, Sports Development Team, in
Three men have been prosecuted by Sutton Council after illegally dumping waste in various locations across the borough. The trio, who appeared on different dates at Sutton Magistrates’ Court, amassed fines and court costs of over £1,000. Buxton Clarke
Drivers were today warned of yet more disruption after engineers rushed to repair a third sewer collapse in two weeks. Yesterday, Hounslow Council and Thames Water confirmed there would be ongoing problems in Fagg’s Road, Hatton, while workers
By Community Correspondent Maria D'Silva The time of year has come when thousands of students across the UK start the process of deciding their future. What they should do after completing their A levels? They are presented with three options:
The administrators of Crystal Palace Football Club have extended the deadline for interested parties to buy the club. Bids for the cash-strapped outfit were supposed to have been put to The P&A Partnership today but, due to the high level of interest
Ranelagh Harriers crushed old rivals Blackheath & Bromley Harriers at a mob match in Richmond Park on Saturday. With 91 Ranelagh runners lining up for the 7.5-mile race, the 35 Blackheath runners were dramatically outnumbered and it is no surprise
Sutton Runners’ lone male competition, Martin Giles, finished a creditable 39th in Saturday’s Surrey Cross Country Championships in Lloyd Park, completing the 12km course in 46 minutes, 33 seconds. Jenny Sinfield was 33rd in the women’s race
Malory Eagles Volleyball Club has launched a new website. The Tooting-based club is offering contact and venue details, interesting articles and a forum to allow volleyball players to communicate with each other. Website: maloryeagles.org
A multi-million pound High Court battle between Mogden campaigners and Thames Water is under way. In a bid to combat unsavoury smells from the Isleworth sewage plant, the Mogden Residents Action Group (MRAG) is fighting the utility giant over alleged
The inaugural RFU Championship season is building to a thrilling climax and the ultimate prize - promotion to the Guinness Premiership. London Welsh know they will be up against Exeter chiefs in pool B, while Bristol, Bedford Blues and Cornish Pirates
Tom Williams is out of Harlequins’ clash with London Irish at the Madejski Stadium this Sunday (3pm). Having only returned to the starting line-up from injury during last Saturday’s 13-6 win over Northampton, Williams sustained another injury and his
The national 16 Group selectors have announced an England U16 squad of 26 players and an extended England U16 A squad of 28 players who will train together at Warwick School this weekend (February 27-28) as preparations continue for the international
Tim Vine may be one of the best loved comedians in Britain these days but he didn't always earn his money from comedy. The Cheam-born funny-man once held the record for most jokes told in an hour, 499, and starred in BBC One sitcom Not Going Out, but
Kingston Grammar School’s U14 Girls are on their way to the National Outdoor Hockey Finals as they seek to add this year's crown to the U13 title they won last year. In the regional finals at Wellington College, they bounced back from a 4-2 defeat
Police are searching for a man in connection with an attack on a 17-year-old boy at Clapham South tube station in January. The attacker argued with the boy in the street and the booking hall before cutting him in the side with an unknown weapon
AFc Wimbledon were handed a huge promotion boost this morning when the Football Conference voted to expel Chester City from the league. The Surrey Comet believes clubs will have their results against Chester removed from the record books - a decison
Crystal Palace manager Neil Warnock has been charged with improper conduct by the Football Association. The charge relates to comments made by the 61-year-old after the FA Cup game against Aston Villa at Selhurst Park. Villa equalised late on from a
Thank you to my lovely Daughters Sharon, Sally-Anne, Elizabeth and their respective families for all their help in making my 70th Birthday, 21st February. A day to remember and I love you all so much Betty Straney
From the family of the late MARY O’SULLIVAN Grateful thanks to friends, neighbours and ex colleagues for Mass & Sympathy Cards, floral tributes & donations. Also to the dedicated staff at St. Helier & St Georges Hospitals for their care of Mary
On 14th February 2010 peacefully at home. Betty aged 80 years of Colliers Wood SW19. Beloved Mother of Mark, who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service at Breakspear Crematorium, Ruislip Road, HA4 7SJ on Wednesday
Passed away peacefully at West Middlesex Hospital, Isleworth. Formerly of Kingston University. Interment to take place at Teddington Cemetery, Shacklegate Lane, 2.00pm, 5th March 2010. Family flowers, donations preferred to the PDSA c/o Frederick
Died suddenly aged 60 on February 16th 2010. Author and critic for many publications. He had a wide circle of friends and he will be greatly missed. Funeral at St George’s Church, Bloomsbury Way, WC1A 2HR on March 2nd at 11.00am followed immediately
1924-2010 Formerly of Potters Grove, New Malden passed away peacefully at Rowcrost Hospice, Torquay on 16th February. Dearly loved by all her families, friends and relations. Scattering of ashes at Kingston Crematorium on 6th March (her Birthday
AGNES MABEL MUNDAY Of Courtney Crescent, Carshalton passed away on Friday 19th February 2010 at Frimley Park Hospital aged 99. Beloved Mother of Pat and Sharon and adored Grandmother.,p> We will always love and miss you
Died at home on 12th February 2010 aged 70. Funeral to take place on 4th March at 3.00pm at Croydon Crematorium East Chapel. Family flowers only. He will be sadly missed.
Passed away at Cheam Cottage Nursing Home on 14th February 2010. Funeral to take place on Friday 26th February. Contact Frederick W Paine Funeral Directors on 020 8644 8603
Late of Ashtead, beloved Husband of Kathleen and much loved Dad and Grandad. Died peacefully on 17th February 2010. Funeral to be held in Norwich on March 3rd.
Born 7th May 1951 passed away 18th February 2010. Loving Mum to Pat and Mandii and Nan to Daniel, Jack, Ben, Leanne, Emma, Zoe, Josh and Ellie-Marie. Sadly missed but never forgotten
Aged 64 years, passed peacefully on Monday 15th February at St Raphael’s Hospice after a brief battle with cancer. Beloved Sister, Mother, Grandmother and friend who will be dearly missed by us all. Funeral at North East Surrey Crematorium,
Announcing the sad passing of KITTY FLAHERTY Aged 72 Passed away on Tuesday 16th February 2010. She will be dearly missed by family and friends. Funeral will take place at 10.00am on Wednesday 3rd March at Sacred Heart Church, Trott Street,
Council tax bills in Kingston will rise by 1.9 per cent, after Liberal Democrats rejected Tory proposals to cut £1.1m from the budget and limit the increase to 0.8 per cent. The budget will again leave residents with the highest council tax
Passed away peacefully on 19th February 2010 aged 76. A loving Father and Grandad who will be greatly missed. Funeral Service to take place at The North East Surrey Crematorium at 11.00am on Friday 5th March 2010. Flowers may be sent c/o W A
18th April 1916-14th February 2010 Passed away peacefully aged 93 years. Much loved Mother of David, Linda and Judy, Grandmother of Mandy, Dawn, Philip and Alan and Nanny “P” to Bradley and Sabrina. Someone so special can never be forgotten.
Long term resident of the Epsom Area. Widower of Peg. Will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Died on 8th February. Funeral Service at Randalls Park Crematorium on Monday 1st March at 11.45am
15.8.1915- 19.2.2010 Passed away peacefully aged 94. Will be sadly missed by all her Children, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren
1.9.1924-27.1.2010 Eileen and family would like to thank all friends and family for their kind wishes and donations in memory of Tom. Much loved Husband, Dad and Grandad
Richmond’s Fiona Pocock makes her first England start at full-back in Sunday’s RBS Six Nations clash with Ireland at Esher (3pm). Head coach Gary Street, whose side has won two matches out of two, has also brought back Amy Turner from injury. She wins
Passed peacefully away on February 14th aged 78 years Loving Husband of Margaret. Father of Mark, Gary, Neil and Glen. Proud Grandad of Dean, Lisa, Grace, Mathew, Luke and Sean. Great Grandad of Katie, Chloe, Charlie. Will be very sadly missed
In loving memory of BETTY BULL 15th February 2009 A dear Mum, Nan and Sister We love and miss you so much Love Denise, Maurice and all the family X X X X X
28.6.1906-28.2.1999 In loving memory of our dear Mother. How sweet it would be to hear your voice again and receive your warm, warm smile. Remembered always Your family
In loving memory of VICTOR HORACE MASKELL Passed away peacefully on 15th February 2010. Beloved Husband of Kitt, a dearest Dad and funny Grandad and Great Grandad to little Ellie and Grace. Much loved by all who knew him. Family flowers only
12.8.1926-18.2.2010 Passed away peacefully aged 83 years Remembered with great affection and love Funeral Service will take place on 2nd March at St Lukes Church, Gibbon Road, Kingston at 12.00 hrs. Followed by committal at Kingston Crematorium
Malory Eagles Volleyball Club had more than their share of good fortune as they ran out 3-1 winners over bottom side City of Bristol at Ernest Bevin College on Saturday. With Bristol having problems getting to the venue in Tooting, they forfeited
In loving memory of ETHEL JEAN CHILVERS 1st March 2009 A year has passed since you were taken from me. My life will never be the same without you. Loved and missed so very much God Bless my darling Your Husband
Director of rugby Geoff Richards says it is up to his Richmond men to motivate themselves as they approach the end of the season with little to play for. The Athletic Ground outfit are well clear of the Division Two South drop-zone and a massive 43
In loving memory of EVELYN GRACE LINES Passed away 2nd March 2009 A year has passed but the memory is still fresh. You are sadly missed and in our thoughts God Bless Love Pauline, Michael and all our family
Passed away on 2nd March 2007 In our thoughts every day and in our hearts every minute Still loving and missing you Brian, Chriss, Jacky, Phil xxxxx
In loving memory of ALAN THOMPSON Passed away 27.2.2006 Always in our thoughts From Joyce Penny, David, Paul, Julie, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren
Our dear MumGEORGINA GILBEY Who passed away 23rd February 2003 Silent memories tender and true just to show we still remember you Love always Alison and Gillian
25.2.1978 So sadly missed, so dearly loved and forever in our thoughts. Carol, Mick, Darren, Lisa, Rose and Joyce
1st Anniversary MAUREEN BERNADETTE SEAL Died 2nd March 2009. Loved and always remembered by your Husband Ralph, Daughter Katie, Son Marc, Denis, Dara, Grace and Finn. Look around your garden Lord and when she turns and smiles, put your arms around
On 27th February Happy 18th Birthday Penny hope you have a great day and enjoy this year, you deserve it. Love you x x x x
Twickenham-based Tony Jardine has linked up with F1 journalist Maurice Hamilton in Rallye Sunseeker, the opening round of the MSA National Gravel Championship starting in Bournemouth today. Their ProSpeed team came to the rescue with a rally care at
Harlequins have swooped to sign England U20 centre Tom Casson on a two-and-a-half year contract. Casson, who has previously with Saracens, has decided to renew a partnership with Rory Clegg that proved fruitful at age group level. Director of rugby
Ewell-based Gino Rea has enjoyed a successful testing weekend ahead of his first World Supersport race at Phillip Island in Australia. He finished Monday’s final session just over two seconds adrift of the quickest rider. “There has been lots to
Ugo Monye has signed a new two-year contract, tying him to Harlequins until 2012. By the end of his contract, the 26-year-old will have completed 10 years since joining the club as an 18-year academy player in 2002. Monye has made 118 first-team
Epsom College girls ran out 70-5 winners over Christ’s Hospital in their second warm-up game of the season. After a tentative start, in which the girls seemed more concerned about getting their new orange match shirts dirty, Epsom’s pace and power
Cobham Sports Association is running a programme in an attempt to get more state school girls playing lacrosse. Visiting American coach Lindsey McDonald has been coaching free of charge in 200 state primary schools, a programme that will culminate
South London Storm will be sponsored by Arriva London for the 2010 season. It means the Arriva logo will feature on the playing kit and training wear for Storm’s three open-age teams, the academy, women’s and masters teams. Part of the agreement
Crystal Palace will play host to a national motorsport event over the May Bank Holiday weekend. Motosport at the Palace, sponsored by the Ancaster Group, will be a two-day sprint event on May 30-31. It will allow visitors the chance to enjoy the
Pressure is mounting on environmental chiefs after it emerged £75,000 was spent researching low carbon initiatives – despite none being introduced. Richmond Park’s Green Party candidate, James Page, lashed out at Richmond Council for pumping £55,000
A man has been found dead at home in Worcester Park. The man in his 20s was discovered on Tuesday morning. A spokesman for London Ambulance confirmed the death and said: "Just after 8am, a man at an address in Wolsey Close, Worcester
We could soon hear the sound that creates a tremble in our knees and turns are legs to jelly. Oh yes the dinosaurs are back, but not just one, approximately 30 at the height of three foot two inches. Except these little dinosaurs hold human features and
Xchanging plc, a fast-growing global business processor, has committed to supporting the National Junior Indoor Rowing Championships. The largest junior indoor rowing event in the world, now in its fourth year, will be staged on March 16 at the Battersea
Established bowling centre AMF Purley on Brighton Road, Purley, has announced that it will be closing its doors to the public on Sunday, February 28, after 12 years of trading. However, AMF Purley will not be slinking away quietly, but instead,
One of the many problems facing journalists these days is the fact that everything we write ends up on the internet. Every mistake, every cliche and every contradiction is there, just one Google search away. I am told by my boss that in the olden days
Last year, Philip Franks played Dr Watson to Peter Egan’s Sherlock Holmes in a technologically ambitious touring production of The Hound of the Baskervilles, and the veteran board treaders are playing the double act in The Secret of Sherlock Holmes
The Way Out West collective is dedicating its concert at the Orange Tree Theatre on Sunday evening to the late jazz legend Sir John Dankworth, who passed away earlier this month. There will be a wide variety of jazz performed on the night, with the centrepiece
Last month, a burst water main wreaked havoc on Richmond Bridge, with Tide Tables, the popular cafe situated under one of its arches, forced to close its doors as water poured through the brick work. The cafe has now dried out and is once again hosting
Kingstonian 3 Wealdstone 3 Pre-match torrential rain at Kingsmeadow on Thursday night did not dampen a sparkling Ryman League Premier Division encounter between the Ks and their old rivals, with six goals before the hour mark. Ks
The grandmother of a seriously ill baby will take a ten mile sponsored walk in Richmond Park this Sunday in aid of St George’s Hospital in Tooting. Kim Leaver, 49, of Horne Way, Putney, is raising money for high chairs, baby walkers and toys
Neil Harrison, David Catlin-Birch, Andre Barreau and Hugo Degenhardt may form one of Great Britain's biggest bands, but I'm guessing you couldn't tell me which one. They are the Bootleg Beatles, who this year celebrate their 30th anniversary
Tim Goodship and Paul Rowley each won two singles clashes to help Vale A to a 6-4 victory over St Paul’s A in Division Two of the Wandsworth & District Table Tennis League last week. Division Four saw XXIV Club B comfortably beat Cenward 8-2, with Tony
The choir dressed in white suddenly being lit up and singing as the key changes on an XFactor's contestant latest ballard number is something we are all pretty used to these days. But have you ever given thought to who that choir is? No? Well let
A band's third album is always the trickiest, do you stick with what has made you a success or try to shake things up with a new approach? Spoken word artist Polarbear has taken a chance and gone with the latter. The man from Birmingham,
Oyster cards have been rather recently introduced as a 'simpler and easier way of travel'. However is this statement true? Under 16 oyster cards in particular are a complete nuisance. I, myself have lost my oyster card at least five times resulting
Fulham will take on European giants Juventus in the last 16 of the Europa League after coming through a tough tie against Shakhtar Donetsk. Roy Hodgson's men knocked out the Uefa Cup holders after Brede Hangeland's goal secured a 1-1 draw in the Ukraine
Nick Gentry attacks England U21 manager Stuart Pearce's decision to call up former Crystal Palace starlet Victor Moses only after he moved to Premier League. To read his thoughts,
On Sunday, I found myself in the pub watching Wigan play Tottenham, as I am sure many of you did too. I would like to say I dragged everyone there at the last minute because I love football and every game brings me untold joy. Unfortunately
Team GB skier Chemmy Alcott finished in 27th in the giant slalom at Whistler Creekside on Thursday. Twickenham's Alcott started the day 2.41 seconds off the lead in 25th following her opening run in heavy fog on Wednesday. She attacked the course again
South West Trains (SWT) has announced plans to close ticket offices at Kingston’s quieter train stations during the weekends. Under the proposals, customers will no longer be able to buy tickets during the weekend at Malden Manor or Berrylands
Brentford boss Andy Scott admits his side has a score to settle with Tranmere Rovers ahead of this weekend’s League One clash at Griffin Park. Rovers have pulled themselves clear of the relegation zone since snatching a 1-0 win at Prenton Park the last
Councillors who voted in favour of parking charges for disabled motorists enjoy free parking in council-run car parks themselves, it has emerged. Epsom and Ewell Borough councillors are also entitled to a series of perks, including free meals at official
Thirty-three charities in Croydon have failed to submit their annual returns on time this year. Of the 448 charities in Croydon that were required to submit documents to the Charity Commission during 2009, 28 per cent did not submit their documents
The family of a man who died in a car crash have spoken out in support of his girlfriend, who was last week cleared of causing the crash that killed him. Kornelia Konieczna, known as Nell to her friends, was acquitted of causing Sameer Monem's
Claims British Security Service agents were present at the torture of the last British resident in Guantanamo Bay are being investigated by the Metropolitan Police, the High Court heard on Friday. Lawyers acting for Shaker Aamer, who is from
New Malden residents claimed a hard-fought victory, after a major house builder suffered a double-blow to its plans to replace a derelict petrol station with flats. This week both of Barratt Homes’ planning applications for the Kingston Road
Facebook tributes have poured in for a teenager who died after a party in Walton on Saturday, February 13. Reports suggest Stephen Gurr, 19, took painkillers at the party and suffered an allergic reaction. He spent five days in intensive
Nineteen mentally ill patients absconded from a former psychiatric hospital last year – double the year before and more than in any other South West London borough. The nineteen patients escaped from mental health wards at Sutton Hospital in
Two men and a youth have appeared in court charged with murdering a Halloween reveller in Sutton. Daniel Ransom, 21, from Blake Close, Ross Collender, 20, from Wigmore Road, both Carshalton, and a 17-year-old, who cannot be named for legal
A school has been placed in special measures after an Ofsted report listed concerns about student progress. A major action plan to drive up standards is now underway at Culvers House Primary School, which had disappointing SATs results in July
A man charged with sex offences dating back for 35 years has pleaded not guilty, and will now be appearing at Croydon Crown Court in August. Walter Parish, of Matlock Crescent in Sutton, faces 16 counts of indecent assault on children under
Unpaid carers looking after loved ones will be able to receive a full basic state pension for the first time, from April. Elmbridge’s 11,051 carers have been asked to come forward by Carers UK and the Department for Work and Pensions to see
A Raynes Park garage narrowly escaped being blown-up and a collectors car was destroyed after a man ignited a fuel nozzle and sprayed burning petrol across the forecourt. Only a small safety valve prevented a devastating fire at the BP petrol
An exciting project using the creative arts, media and resident of Kingston will launch in March. Our Kingston Our Future will remember the past, explore the present and imagine the future in a green project spanning two generations.
Social workers in Croydon have been steering clear of complex cases for fear of recrimination in the wake of the Baby Peter death scandal. More than £3m is set to be pumped into social care in Croydon to deal with the “significant” rise in
A Shakespearian actor died falling out of a taxi just hours after appearing on stage alongside Kevin Spacey, an inquest heard. Dean Julian, 45, of Panmuir Road, Raynes Park collapsed and struck his head on the pavement outside Coombe Radio
Sutton police and councillors went to the House of Commons to be quizzed about preventing antisocial behaviour. MP Keith Vaz , Chairman of the home affairs committee, invited the two authorities to speak at the meeting, after going on a tour
Some unattended cooking could have spelt disaster for an elderly woman in north Kingston this week, after a poorly maintained fire alarm left her unaware her food was burning. Firefighters were called to the house in Latchmere Road, Kingston
Firms are showing increasing interest in renting office space as the effects of the recession show signs of easing, a business centre has said. Capital Business Centre has welcomed four new companies to its South Croydon premises in recent
Teenagers battled for glory on the basketball court in Mitcham last week. The b2b basketball tournament saw teams of two compete for a place in the London-wide final, which will take place at Battersea Sports Centre in April. About 80
By Community Correspondent, Andrea David-Akanbi. The prospect of exams would typically seem daunting and stressful for a student about to complete their English GCSE in 2 months; yet when a group of Ursuline GCSE students went on an excursion
