Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close is a 2005 novel written by Jonathan Safran Foer, pinned against the harrowing backdrop of September 11, 2001. It documents one young boy’s journey through New York City in search of answers regarding a key he finds
An eating disorder may be defined as a ‘persistent disturbance of eating or eating-related behaviour that results in the altered consumption or absorption of food and that significantly impairs physical health and or psychosocial functioning’. Both
The New year blues are officially in full swing, day after dreary day trudging slowly to what…No that’s not the right way to think, its easy to get swept into the sadness the dark month of January creates. I have some great tips for getting through the
Fulham Cross had a very important parents evening. Years 11 had a very important parents evening regarding their mocks. There is only 3 months of school left for year 11 at Fulham cross. A lot of students are applying to collages for vocational courses
When I say modelling to you, what do you think? Fame, fourtune, glitz, glamour, money? Well, that's what most people think of. Because those are the ones we see. The ones who make it. That is what hundreds of girls across Eastern Europe think each
As shops across Surrey adorn their windows with Valentine’s treats and adverts, many are noticing that “Saint Valentine’s” day, once based upon the fundamental principle of human nature- love, has been commercialised beyond recognition. Roses are red,
The main event was in Trafalgar Square. It was completely packed. Especially walking through the stalls, everyone was pushed up against each other as there wasn't a lot of space to move to. Everywhere I looked there seemed to be big, professional camera's
What makes an international school? Is it the amount of different nationalities found in the student body? Or how culturally orientated the school is? In ACS Cobham’s case, it is how immersed the school is in fusing international cultures with experience
David Norris (left) will appeal against the brutal murder of Stephen Lawrence almost 19 years ago(1993). Norris’s basis is that the video showing racist and violent language was unfair. The criminal pair were sentenced to life imprisoment after being
As I was walking down the King’s Road high street in the heart of Hammersmith on my way to have a meeting with the Press Officer at the Lyric theatre (which is adjacent to Pret A Manger) I was met by a lavish, American-styled restaurant and bar – all
Anne Herbert once wrote “Practice random kindness and senseless acts of beauty” this sparked the idea of Random Acts of Kindness. A Random Act of Kindness is a selfless action performed by someone to offer help and encourage happiness within a community
A new club at Ursuline High School is bringing a love for reading to students old and new. The club, run by pupils and for pupils, will unite those nearing the end of their time at Ursuline with members of Year 7, to discuss their favourite books and
With this year being the second warmest winter since 1914 and the average temperatures hitting 5.8℃ (2.1 °C above average) it is finally beginning to look like the cold snap is about to hit. Cornwall and Devon have already been issued with yellow weather
Year 6 pupils up and down the country have been taking 11+ exams. Some students who wanted to go to a Grammar School had to take some exams in September; the examination period has only just finished! In Merton there is a selection of different schools
The need for a talented, educated and productive workforce at the forefront of the UK economy is becoming more critical than ever, not only in terms of immediate economic recovery from the greatest recession since the 1970s but long-term, lasting sustainability
Epsom College was host to Old Epsomian Air Vice-Marshal G E Stacey, CB MBE, Commander British Forces Cyprus, who was the Reviewing Officer at the Combined Cadet Force's Annual General Inspection on Wednesday at the college. The Epsom College CCF, one
Christmas has come and gone, but winter is very much still with us, as we enter a week of nights that will comfortably stay under zero degrees. So, is snow coming? If it is: brace yourselves. Get ready to be accompanied with fear in every step you
Some may say that famous people deserve what they earn, as they are our highly talented entertainers. But do they really deserve millions of pounds for doing what they enjoy? A lucid example of this is any well-known footballer: at professional
With the Olympics in London only a matter of six months away now, all the talk is about the Opening Ceremony, the athletes, and the legacy that will be left after the Olympics. A basic survey of Londoners shows that less than half the population of London
In 8 days time, on the 7th of February it is the 200th birthday anniversary of, arguably, one of the best authors of all time, let alone the Victorian era. I am, of course, talking about Charles Dickens. Over a period of 31 years, from the first of his
Holocaust Memorial day (27/1/2012) is an annual event commemorating the loss and suffering not only inflicted on minorities in Nazi Germany, but millions of others since. Genocides in Cambodia, Darfur, Bosnia, Rwanda and many more have felt the brutal
A soft penalty denied Crystal Palace all three points as they were held to a 1-1 draw by derby rivals Brighton & Hove Albion at Selhurst Park. Assistant referee Simon Beck deemed Nathaniel Clyne to have bundled Will Buckley over 16 minutes from time
According to Croydon Council there are about 84,000 young people living in Croydon. This is more than in any other London Borough. The attitude of a large majority of residents to this would be negative due to the abundance of bad press youths receive
In recent years, banking has become one of the most controversial and talked about businesses in the country, and once again there is a disagreement, this time over their bonuses. At first it may seem absolutely outrageous that bankers could earn such
Christmas is over and a new year has begun. What better way to start the year than to spend all your money in the January sales. We have earned the right to spend after all. The shops which for most of the year charge £30 for a t-shirt that has the logo
It’s cold. A sort of tension hangs in the air, without being quite describable. Snow has a strange effect on the country. It brings everything to a painful, grinding halt. It turns windshields opaque, and roads to treacherous terrain. Schools are
There is no doubt that gay rights and attitudes have come a long way over the past decades. It is evident in the growing figure of popular programmes exploring homosexual dilemmas, which 20 years prior would have been a very taboo topic. Another significant
It is not often that sport is associated with paralysing anxiety, low self-esteem and sadness. Sportsmen often have a stereotype around them: happy-go, confident individuals with everything they could ever wish for, with a thick buffer of persona and
‘Frontline: A Year of Journalism & Conflict focuses on four of the major stories of 2011: the Egyptian revolution, Syria, the Libyan conflict and the UK riots. This multimedia exhibition offers a unique insight into the editorial, political and human
The exams are now approaching fast, revision is well underway, and stress levels of young people are the higher then they ever have been. Many students in the local area are beginning to crack under the heavy burden of work and exams. One student
A lot of people all over the world were horrified and shocked recently on the 18th of this month. why? the wikipedia blackout. Even I was affected as I had been trying to do research for a school assignment and was met with the thought provoking statement
Chewing gum. For many people, it’s both a necessity and a lifesaver. I’m not joking; a lot of people have a pack lurking in the bottom of their bag somewhere, ready to whip out in an emergency. But needless to say, it’s one thing when it’s in your bag
Proposals have been put in place by Richmond upon Thames Council for a new youth centre to open on the site of the old Royal Mail Sorting Office in Twickenham. The development would see a new ‘state of the art’ facility open on the site, taking over
The year 2012 marks the bicentenary of Charles Dickens’s birth. It is an international celebration of the life and works of Dickens, who created numerous literary masterpieces that have gone on to inspire art, academics, film, television and authors alike
As a teenager living in the 21st century the news and conversations around the dinner table have made me very aware of how difficult it is to acquire work experience or ultimately a job! As a 15 year old you simply don’t have much to offer as you haven
As the winter rolls around and we’re all wrapped up in our hats and scarves we sometimes forget and take for granted the things we have that we might not consider luxuries. However in the bitter and cold winter months there are people who sleep roughly
At Waldegrave School in Twickenham, a murmur is spreading through the corridors, a word passed from mouth to mouth, a single whispered name; Alice. As this year’s school production grows ever immanent, excitement has begun to grip the school. As January
Many schools across the country take part in the Young Enterprise initiative, a programme which involves giving students the opportunity to set up and run their own business: make a product, market it, sell shares in their company and (most importantly
January; arguably the worst month of the entire year: 1. The ‘Christmas hangover.’ A common complaint, consisting of the prospect of dieting after the over indulgent holiday season, and the nursing of severely depleted purses. This disease seems to
A BOX office smash hit on the war story of a horse has inspired a photographic trip down memory lane for a Northumberland man. The Steven Spielberg blockbuster War Horse has prompted 91-year-old Joseph Ballard, from Oxshott, to dig out photographs from
The Vera Fletch Hall, situated in the heart of Thames Ditton, has a bustling and vibrant life. But who is Vera Fletcher, and why is the hall named after her? This pretty building was built in 1887, to commemorate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee.
A ‘gleeful fairytale’ is the name of an original, quirky pantomime based on the hit TV series ‘Glee’, performed by the St. Peters church youth group. Over Friday 13th and Saturday 14th January, the exceptionally talented group put on three astounding
On Monday 16th January, a gang fight broke out between dozens of youths, partially comprised of Harris Academy students and many of whom were brandishing planks of wood and baseball bats. Following a tip-off from the head teacher of the academy, who
In a time of economic crisis and seemingly endless recession, it is more important than ever to manage personal finances. This addresses monetary decisions such as earning, saving and spending. Financial planning is imperative to understanding and improving
With the New Year just beginning, everyone is still thinking about how great this year is going to be, and all the goals they are going to accomplish. This of course means one thing: New Year’s Resolutions. And it seems this year a lot of people have
Thou shalt... 1. Clean thine house from top to bottom: yes, that’s right, time to dust off that dustpan and brush. 2. Buy new clothes, especially red, as this symbolises good fortune and scares away evil spirits (time to hit the shops!). 3. Go
Ever needed to get out of the constant chaos in your household and study somewhere quietly? Ever needed access to a wide range of books and computers? Where’s the first place you would go? The library right? Well that may no longer be a possibility as
The issue of teenager pregnancy have become a norm in the UK, with BBC three showing program like “Underage and Pregnant” and the famous American hit show “Teen mom”. The question that has been on my mind is why are teenagers choosing to be early mothers
As I finish the five month rehearsal process, culminating in a hopefully triumphant performance of my play, I have come to the realisation that drama is about more than individuals standing on a stage, pretending to be others. In September, I began
As a current sixth form student, my A-level subjects have now become the definition of my life. For me and thousands of other students sitting A- level examinations, levels of stress are increasing with each minute of the day, knowing that excellent results
As exam season draws near, many schools have been providing revision sessions in order to aid students with all the necessary information they require for their examinations. The mock examinations which took place during the winter term have proved
South-West Trains, which actually operates in the South-East since it is in relation to London, is one of the most complained about train operators in the country for its reliability, along with Chiltern. Commuters and students alike bitterly complain
On the 2nd of February, enjoy the wit and humour of well-known stand- up comedian Jimmy Carr, as he comes to the Epsom Playhouse. He comes to Epsom to try out some new material for his upcoming tour, ‘Gagging Order’. The tickets start from the great
Whitton, a small town in South West London, is set to reap the rewards of Boris Johnson’s Outer London Fund, as the Richmond Council recently unveiled plans to restore her High Street to its former glory of the 1930s. Being the first substantial ‘Uplift
Urban Croydon may lack parks and other green spaces but who needs green spaces. Instead Croydon is developing an image as an eco-friendly borough. From eco-friendly coffins, as used by a local funeral directors-made from 100 % recyclable materials
The other day as I was listening to the band ‘Hollywood Undead’ with a friend, it got me thinking; what am I actually listening to? I asked my friend what they thought the lyrics meant and what the song was really about and they couldn’t give me an answer
On the 16th January Richmond Park Academy students prepared to meet Zac Goldsmith in order to present their business to him. The gifted and talented students have been working on their business for months now and are progressing quickly. ‘Green Goodness
The infamous final-exam stretch is almost upon us and if you listen very intently you might just be able to hear the sound of hundreds of pupils carefully reciting key knowledge in preparation for the first few exams: the date when penicillin was first
War memorials are key in helping us to remember the great men and women who sacrificed their lives for Britain in the First and Second World War. Though for some people in this modern age it is evidently not important that people died in the war for the
As many will know, the climax of the English football season is fast approaching. . There have been some truly wonderful matches, and as you would expect, some exciting stories to go with it There is one question which as money has become less scarce
Charity shops are fantastic: they are a great way of reusing your old belongings and help benefit a worthy cause. For this reason they are extremely popular. However, to get a decent amount of profit they have to compete against other high-street brands
The national news has been filled with horror stories of outstanding students struggling to gain places at university, due to increased competition and the rise in student achievement. However, news today shows that there has been almost a ten percent
Dozing of in lessons, snoozing on the bus journey to school, only waking up for meal times – sound familiar? Then you may be part of the growing number of teenagers in the country who are becoming increasingly sleep deprived. Although comments such
London Welsh rugby club is one that has a great deal of history and a high number of devoted followers. Situated in Kew at Old Deer Park, it has experienced many tough times, and yet still remains within the championship. Currently, they are in the second
Among the swathe of students affected by the rise in tuition fee's from 2012 onwards, the vast majority would have had some form of exams in the past month, whether they were GCSE mock exams, AS units or just general tests. One particular question on
January often seems to be quite a dull month, what with all the excitement of Christmas quickly having disappeared, exams beginning to loom on the horizon and (usually) a disappointing lack of snow. But for many students at Sutton Grammar School, January
Residents packed out a public meeting last night to express their anger at proposals to move fire and ambulance stations out of Epsom and replace them with a food store. About 100 residents went to Epsom Methodist Church on Monday, January
Brentford midfielder Sam Saunders has confirmed he is going nowhere during the transfer window, despite having failed to agree a new deal to remain at Griffin Park beyond the end of the current campaign. The 28-year-old, who scored in Saturday's 5-2
Southside shopping centre has changed tremendously, what was formally known as Arndale. When it was first opened in 1971 it was the largest of the UK-wide chain of the Arndale centres with110 shops. The centre suffered a notable decline in the 1990
Around 6 miles from central London Wimbledon is a popular urban area that like the rest of our great Capital City is usually very busy! This can sometimes be very stressful especially if you live near the town centre. Wimbledon Common is by far the best
Earlier today, after my art lesson at 10.35, I heard rumours of a fire nearby, like the true reporter I am, I went to investigate. Then from the window on the top floor of my school situated in Ladbroke grove, I saw thick black smoke coming from what
On the 28th of January 16 Tiffin students, 14 of which belonging to year 10 embarked on a five and a half hour journey to the German town of Neuwied (which happens to be twinned with the London Borough of Bromley). This the second part of the much anticipated
Quins stars Mike Brown, Joe Marler, Jordan Turner-Hall and Chris Robshaw have been retained in acting England head coach Stuart Lancaster's elite player squad preparing for Saturday's Six Nations opener against Scotland at Murrayfield. The quartet are
It’s been all go at Kingston Museum recently, with new staff and switching of roles. I managed to talk to Emma Rummins about her new role at Kingston Museum as Museum Curator, previously, Local History Officer. • Where did you train and what was your
For pupils across the country, GCSE results day was a nerve-racking experience. The same could be said for teachers who fret over the percentage of their pupils who achieve the government benchmark of 5 A* to C grades. However, as one of the last remaining
The Artist. It’s the silent movie that is sweeping a westernised nation obsessed with whirring, buzzing, bleeping and tweeting. Who would have thought it? But the proof is in the award nominations; it’s a frontrunner for best picture at the Oscars and
On the evening of Saturday 28th January, over 140 people slept rough in Kingston and Wimbledon to raise money for Kingston Churches Action on Homelessness (KCAH), Faith in Action and YMCA London South West’s work with homeless people in the local community
According to David Cameron, there is no plan to revive or encourage grammar school education, and many politicians go further, saying that these institutions should be actively abolished. For me and many others, though, they represent the pinnacle of
Sixteen: the year when doors are opened. Many at this age would not be interested in joining a trade union, choosing their own GP or changing their name by deed poll. However, entering the lottery, drinking wine with a meal, or even getting married seems
London is hosting the 2012 Olympic Games, if you didn’t know. But of course you know, as it is impossible to have escaped the bombardment of media coverage, merchandising and support for Team GB. I am of course incredibly proud to be witnessing the ‘Greatest
Forty seven beds are still affected by the winter vomiting bug Norovirus at Epsom Hospital more than a week after the outbreak began. The hospital is still urging people not to come into the hospital unless absolutely necessary as it battles
Project Manvi is a project that aims to provide education for Dalit children in India. Manvi is a town in Raichur district in the Indian state of Karnataka. As of 2001 Manvi had a population of 37,555. Manvi has an average literacy rate of 47%, lower
Having recently moved to Caterham , I was pleasantly surprised to see how the local residents look after their area. Although, as with many towns, there are some problems with litter, efforts are being made to look after the town and keep it clean.
The quite conspicuous blue plaques dotted on houses and flats around London are usually the homes of revered legends such as Jimi Hendrix and P.G Wodehouse, both found in illustrious areas of Central London like Mayfair and Kensington. There can still
Money cannot make you truly happy, as happiness is not something you can buy, and money is only temporary. The bible says that, “The love of all money is a root of all kinds of evil.” Timothy 6:10. Christians believe God created the Earth for us; surely
…is that it is so unappealing to watch! This weekend saw one of the greatest games of tennis ever seen. It was, of course, the epic match between Djokovic and Nadal. Everyone was talking about it at school and to be fair it was truly inspirational. It
It’s the typical January blues, the exam season has come to an end and all we want to do know is put our feet up and relax. “De-stressing” is vital, especially after a long period of worrying and hard studying. But “how do I relax?” There are a lot of
Adele, Rizzle Kicks and Jessie J. All artists who have come out of Croydon and have excelled in the music industry. Though Croydon is notoriously recognized for its violence, members on the United Kingdom and the World should be seeing Croydon as London
Most of us usually walk past surveys and do not take much notice of them. I was also like this and always managed to find an excuse when asked to do one but when I had to ask people to take my survey that I had to for school, I realised how difficult
New Year is a global and public holiday; it is during the evening and is often finished at midnight. On New Year’s Day there is always a big display of fireworks to symbolise the start of a new year. New Years day is celebrated on the last day of December
2012 is predicted to be the end of the world. Although this ancient prophecy may not be fulfilled, this year has opened up with a backlash against the worldwide web because of its exploitation of the entertainment industry and those involved. Popular
Youth-what comes to your mind when you hear it? The likely stereotype-metal in several (if not all) regions of the face and ears, heavily make upped faces, clumpy eyelashes, hoodies, ink under skin, inappropriate language and then raucous laughter breaking
The 23rd of January 2012 was the official start of the new lunar year for the Chinese community. Chinese New Year is the most important holiday for Chinese people as it marks a new beginning. This year, London celebrated Chinese New Year on the 29th of
After Arsenal’s 2-1 defeat at the Emirates against Manchester United, and their 3-2 scrape over Aston Villa in the F.A cup, many Arsenal fans are angry and disappointed. A lot of this anger was directed at Arsene Wenger (the manager of the club). In the
A pedestrian is in hospital after being hit by a bus in central Kingston this afternoon. A man was taken away in an ambulance after the collision at around 3.30pm in Eden Street. He was treated at the scene by a cycle paramedic and was
I have been working with a group that is aiming to improve the counselling available to adolescents in my local borough of Sutton. During the process so far I have discovered a few things about the spending on CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health
An independent survey among over 1,000 motorists carried out by car insurance provider Hastings Direct has revealed the extent to which motorists are changing their driving habits due to the rising cost of motoring. At the turn of the century
This is National Homeless Week and whilst many teenage girls spent their weekend shopping and partying, a handful of Ursuline High School students veered away from their usual luxuries on Saturday 28th January 2012, and instead spent the afternoon collecting
This is definitely the most insane game I have ever played. Appearances can be pretty deceptive – I expected this game to be a very similar proposition to Grand Theft Auto IV and its episodes. Arrive in a big city, enjoy some compelling cinematic
Police have launched an appeal to help trace a missing 14-year-old girl. Shakira Lindsay-Robinson, of Tooting, has been missing from her home address since last Friday. She is regularly in Wandsworth, Merton, Lambeth and Croydon.
Crystal Palace have completed the signing of high-rated 17-year old centre-back Michael Chambers from Dulwich Hamlet for an undisclosed fee, writes Douglas Elder. Chambers has penned a two-and-a-half year contract with the Eagles and will now join
Many students from Gumley House Convent School use train company South West Trains to travel to and from school daily, however recently frequent delays with less than satisfactory explanations leave many of them wondering why they pay up to £1.50+ daily
In recent months, the Explore Learning centre in Walton-in-Thames has been a great success in encouraging parents to get private tutoring for their children. The centre helps children to concentrate and learn effectively, but also to pass their entrance
A nightclub owner has been charged with a string of financial offences linked to his riverside venue. Franco Lumba was today charged with money laundering, cheating the public revenue, and nine offences relating to mortgage fraud. The
Carshalton and Wallington MP Tom Brake has said urgent meetings are required to ensure the survival of St Helier Hospital, after the announcement St George’s and St Helier will no longer merge. St George’s Hospital announced yesterday it
London Welsh must learn the lessons of their defeat to the Cornish Pirates, says fly half Gordon Ross. Caught on a heavy pitch in miserable conditions, it was the home side that adapted better, scoring three tries in a 27-6 victory which leapfrogged
A man has died in hospital following a police chase. Ryan Staple was left injured following the incident in Lennard Road, on Friday, January 13, at about 11.20pm. The 20-year-old was taken to King's College Hospital in London where he
Journalism: the occupation of writing, editing and publishing news; a career once thought to be an honest way of broadcasting news locally and worldwide. However, in this day and age where there is a race to break news, facts can seem inconsequential,
As Christmas has come to and end im sure most of you have made a new years resolutions like eat healthier, give up on smoking or loose weight but for some teenagers it can be to study and work harder! Teenagers aged 14-18 have been taking exams
The economic crisis facing the UK is no secret and is affecting everyone in some way or form. As Londoners, commuting via public transport is an essential part of the day for most of us. Given the social economic crisis it is becoming more of a challenge
The former chief executive of BSkyB has accepted an honorary degree from Kingston University. Tony Ball received his Doctor of Letters award from the University's Faculty of Business and Law at the graduation ceremony at the Rose Theatre on
Talk to them! Tell them what you are up to. Show interest in their doings and views. Listen respectfully to what they say and comment frankly, giving your reasons but without pressing them to agree with you. Encourage them to read stories; read to
First time buyers wanting to get on the property ladder can take advice from TV property pundit Phil Spencer who has just produced a series of five videos covering everything from knowing the right time to buy to financing your move. The guides have
Thieves have been targeting vehicles in car parks across Surrey. This month there have been 16 thefts from motor vehicles reported across Elmbridge, Runnymede and Spelthorne, with the majority of vehicles left in public or business car parks. In almost
Ashford and St Peter’s Hospital has pledged to continue its bid to merge with Epsom Hospital despite St George’s NHS Healthcare Trust pulling out of its planned merger with St Helier and Sutton Hospitals. St George's announced yesterday
An investigation into an explosion which nearly killed a workman in New Malden has concluded there should be no enforcement or prosecution. A 24-year-old worker working on the collapsed sewer in Kingston Road was found lying on the floor in
The Nine Elms regeneration project is gathering momentum after a large-scale planning applications was given the green light. A plan to build 450 homes at Marco Polo House, in Queenstown Road, was granted approval by councillors at planning
A man making his way home from London was attacked at Surbiton station. The victim, a 33-year-old from Weybridge, stepped off his train at Surbiton on Friday, January 27, to allow other passengers off. A man punched him in the face and
The £220m re-development of St Helier hospital has been put at risk by the collapse of plans to merge with a neighbouring hospital, an MP has said. Siobhain McDonagh said yesterday's announcement that St George's in Tooting would not merge
A rail company has made an embarassing U-turn after wrongly announcing two stations would have their platforms extended. Carshalton Beeches and Hackbridge train stations are not going to have their platforms extended to ease congestion, despite
A teenager who began writing songs aged eight has been crowned champion of a national singing competition. Shak Forbes, 16, from Coulsdon, is celebrating after judges including Radio 1 DJ Annie Nightingale, singer Shola Ama and journalists
With the festivities looming around the corner, many 6th form and college students across the Capital are seemingly otherwise occupied with the January Mocks. Students appear to be growing increasingly overwhelmed by the stress as mock week rapidly draws
A man killed his cousin by throwing a concrete block at him following a family party, a court heard. Peter Attwell is accused of murdering Paul Coleman, of Royston Avenue, Wallington, with the breeze block after a party at Mr Coleman’s father
New boy Ryan Woods netted his first goal for the club as Kingstonian beat high flying Ryman Premier League title-chasing Lowestoft Town 2-0 at Kingsmeadow on Monday night. The 23-year-old, signed from North American Soccer League side Minnesota
A retired grandma swapped muffins for microphones and hash browns for headphones as a breakfast radio show broadcast from her front room. Glynis Barnett invited Christian O’Connell from the Absolute breakfast show into her Shirley home as part
A small business owner has resorted to installing his own CCTV camera in his shop to watch out for a roaming council traffic warden. Matthew Buckley, the owner of plastic suppliers Abplas in Abbey Parade, Colliers Wood, said Merton Council’
Six property developers are vying with Australian retail giant Westfield to redevelop the Whitgift Centre in Croydon. Westfield were the first to declare an interest in the North End mall, having announced last year it was in discussions with
Tickets to this year's 2000Trees Festival in Gloucestershire have gone on sale. The event, from July 13 to 14 at Upcote Farm, is now in its sixth year and demand for entry is growing each year. Organisers said half of the early entry
A 12-year-old who brought a knife to school has faced court. The boy, who has already been expelled from the Merton secondary school where the incident happened, was handed a referral order by magistrates. Chair of the bench at Wimbledon
Sponsor a nest box for your loved one this Valentine’s Day if you want to give a gift with a difference. Painshill is offering a unique opportunity to sponsor a bird nest box within the romantic 18th century landscape garden. Sponsoring
Passengers were forced to open train doors and one jumped onto the tracks when they thought a train had been hijacked. A First Capital Connect train from London Bridge was Sutton-bound on Wednesday night when passengers pulled the emergency
Community leaders swapped their warm beds for the freezing hard ground to raise money and awareness for a good cause. More than 40 fundraisers spent the night under the stars in the grounds of Holy Trinity Church, in Wimbledon Broadway as part
An army veteran has criticised a paving firm for erecting illegal posters next to a Second World War memorial – just days after the anniversary of the bomb attack it commemorates. Fly posters advertising Multi Pave caused offence when they
Surrey Comet readers have backed the decision to keep council tax frozen for the second year running. Kingston Council will accept a £2.1m Government grant to keep the amount pegged at 2010 levels, despite the risk of swingeing cuts to services
A rugby legend is the latest ambassador to be appointed for Clapham’s Pride House during the Olympics. Rugby World Cup Winner Ben Cohen, MBE, has joined the impressive line-up of ambassadors for Pride House- the Olympic focal point for the
Temperatures in London are set to struggle to reach positive numbers this week as the Met Office issued weather warnings across the UK. As commuters struggled to scrape ice from their cars this morning, the warning predicted a 90% chance that
The plight of struggling Streatham pubs is being taken to Parliament by MP Chuka Umunna in a new call to protect landlords. Mr Umunna is pushing for new regulations to stop pubs being undersold by chains and supermarkets. Thousands of
Plans to redevelop part of the Prices Candles Factory in Battersea have been blocked because the development did not provide enough affordable housing. The Planning Committee also said the proposed building would be "too bulky" along the York
Mark Bixter visited a recent addition to south west London's eateries and was charmed by what he found... Being new to this website it seemed fitting that I should review a place that was new to the area. That is exactly what I did with Golden
Church members collected a ton of clothes yesterday to raise funds for a children's charity. The Declutter and Do Good event, held in Battersea Arts Centre, Lavender Hill, was organised by members of the Inglesia Ni Cristo (INC) Church who
Councillor Henry Nelless (Merton Council; Conservative, Abbey ward) I read the article regarding the proposed Broadway hotel development (New hotel on Broadway, 19 January 2012) with great interest. As a ward councillor for the area,
I love that I am part of a multicultural society where no two faces are the same and you are exposed on a daily basis to a vast range of cultural experiences. Encountering all different cultures and nationalities is something that I appreciate and love
What is fame? And why want it? The chance for your name to be heard? Splashed across the newspapers. The chance to have your phone hacked. Joking aside, many seem to want to become famous in the modern world. Some perhaps for obsession with being
The once empty halls were set ablaze as the eerie corridor was suddenly abuzz as swarms of students piled out of the room; each with a different expression adorning their tired faces. Some held fatigue, some panic, some relief and of course the occasional
Sutton’s schools generally perform well and the competition between them starts as early as primary school, where children are assessed based on their performance in the SATS taken in year 6. These high standards of achievement continue throughout secondary
Many people believe that Epsom (being an area just outside London) must have a very good and reliable public transport. This assumption however, is very wrong. The unreliability of certain services such as the 418 bus from Epsom to Kingston is indescribable
Supermarket Threatens Ashtead And Dorkings High-street A new LIDL store looks set to be built in Dorking despite fears over traffic congestion in the area. The approval of this discount food store follows the agreement of plans to enlarge the Waitrose
Though a library is generally perceived as a large room filled with books, many of our local libraries offer so much more than magazines and manuscripts. Acquiring new skills, gaining interesting hobbies or simply meeting people with common interests
Nowadays, I find it hard to flick through the channels of my Sky box without stumbling across some sort of superficial, racy programme. Reality TV shows such as Jersey Shore, Geordie Shore, The Only Way Is Essex and Sun Sex and Suspicious Parents are
The Nightingale Pub in Nightingale Lane has organised the Nightingale Walk since 1979. It was originally inspired by the Oxfam Cambodia Famine Appeal and this year will mark the 33rd sponsored walk organised by the popular drinking spot. The first
With SOPA put back on the shelves, defeated, the internet breathed a sigh of relief. Their freedom had been threatened and they’d risen to the challenge, and it had paid off. But recently the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (better known as ACTA)
Finally, the long awaited mock exam period has come to an end. I think I speak for all year 11 students when I say that we are all completely exhausted and can’t wait for the February half term. In addition to the mocks, there have also been some students
In your first year of college? Struggling with the work load? Don't fit in very well or haven't made many new friend's? keep reading! We all know that new people can be quite scary and that a new environment can be tricky to get used to but once
