You would have thought that the 10-year ban handed down by the Rugby Football Union on a player who attacked a referee would have made a few headlines, writes John Payne. The punishment fits the crime, Ruislip prop Barry Lockwood having been found
Eagle-eyed readers are keeping up the pressure on Merton's parking officials after another council worker was pictured obstructing traffic while trying to catch out motorists. The picture was taken last month and photographer Karl Martin, associate
Puppets, singing and snooker will feature on the final day of Kingston Connection’s Festival of Stories at the Rose Theatre next weekend. The end of this year’s festival begins with the Big Sing, where everyone attending will learn two songs during
I felt like a clown this week. Not only in terms of having mad frizzy hair and not getting a chance to put makeup on properly, but I’ve been great at juggling. Juggling all sorts of things; bills, tidying, emails and minor fiascos. I’ve even
AFC Wimbledon first team coach Simon Bassey has revealed how Neal Ardley is attracting big names to the Cherry Red Records stadium, and it is not just his enthusiasm for the Dons or football – he also smells nice. His latest recruit Matt Tubbs
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Tom Fallon, the Tolworth man who invented the 999 call. Mr Fallon, who retired from the Metropolitan Police with the rank of chief superintendent, joined as a constable in the East End after serving
Two grandads pop into an infants’ school to help children with art and one-to-one reading every week. Retired police officer Michael Ward and former cabin-serviceman Phil Gill, who have been a couple for more than 30 years, drop into Coombe Hill
A new consultant midwife who wants to encourage more women to give birth naturally has been appointed to Epsom and St Helier hospitals. Marion Louki, who has joined the hospital trust from St George’s, in Tooting, will be a senior member of midwifery
Europe’s No.1 Michael Jackson tribute act is to perform at Epsom Playhouse. Fans of the King of Pop need look no further than Robin Parsons to pay true homage to the legend. He sings live and his voice is uncannily similar to Jackson’s distinctive
From June 30, 2004 Parents in Chessington were left furious after discovering a mobile phone company wanted to erect a phone mast just 500m away from their children’s school. Families at Lovelace Primary School wrote angry letters and sent
Church attendance might not be what it once was, but this is one event certain to get people through the door. The celebrated Kingston Choral Society will bring together melodious waltzes and hilarious nonsense verse to fill St Andrew's Church
Fancy watching quick-fire cricket with cheeky chappy Phil Tufnell taking on a celebrity team, while enjoying a picnic in the sun and supporting a great local charity? If that tickles your fancy then come along to Epsom College later this month
A fearless cadet instructor took fundraising to new heights after skydiving from 13,000ft. Laura Paine, 21, from Carshalton made the jump for ABF The Soldiers’ Charity. The organisation gives financial assistance to retired soldiers. Ms
Brooklands Museum is turning back the clock next month with a special day to celebrate its history. The Brooklands Reunion on July 13 marks 75 years since Brooklands’ racing circuit was closed shortly before the start of World War II. Cars
With the countdown to the school summer holidays beginning, Shout! activities schemes are on hand again to keep children happy. From week-long sports courses to messy arts and crafts days, there is something on offer to suit all ages, abilities
