Trains were brought to a standstill between Norbiton and Kingston after a trespasser ran across the tracks this evening. Passengers on the 5.50pm train between Waterloo to Shepperton were stuck between the two stations for about fifty minutes
A man held in squalid conditions in a Thai prison has spoken of his four years of hell. Yellow ribbons lined the streets of Kenley to welcome home 23-year-old Sonny Veerasawmy, on Tuesday February 28, found guilty of committing ATM fraud alongside
Police have revealed a teenager who was attacked on the top deck of a bus on Friday was stabbed 37 times and left blind in one eye. The horrific incident, which left the 17-year-old in a critical condition, took place on the 432 bus as it pulled
Commuters travelling on the tram network this evening face delays after a person was taken ill at East Croydon. The passenger was reported to be in need of assistance just before 4.30pm on a tram at East Croydon. It is not yet known if London Ambulance
A woman who was behind a sub-letting scam involving Croydon properties has been jailed for more than four years. Rose Chimuka, 32, was sentenced to four years and three months in prison after she was found guilty of eleven counts of fraud by
Two knifemen suspected of killing schoolboy Kwame Ofosu-Asare on a Brixton housing estate may have driven a minicab to the scene, police have revealed. CCTV images of the Vauxhall Zafira car being picked up in Camberwell before the murder have
A headteacher renowned for turning around bad schools has been parachuted in to save a struggling college. Mark Silverman has been appointed as the new principal of Lambeth College, the borough’s largest education provider, following critical
It’s that time of year in the USA when the political heat truly is on for those Republican candidates who want to win their side’s seat against the Democrats and Obama. There are candidates in Mitt Romney, Rick Santorum, Ron Paul and Newt Gingerich and
Devoted great grandparents who met as teenagers are enjoying a series of celebrations to mark their diamond wedding anniversary. Joan and Charles Tippetts have been out for tea at the Ritz, had a party with friends and family and are looking
A man who was hailed a hero after pulling 20 trapped cars from the snow last month has been honoured with an award from the National Campaign for Courtesy. Stuart Down, 32, from Middle Lane in Epsom and owner of Stuart Motors, spent six hours on
Residents gathered at Leatherhead’s new Community Garden last month for the first ever scarecrow competition. Entries were received from residents and pupils at West Hill School in Leatherhead which were judged on their durability, colour and
If you’ve ever fancied yourself as a Kenny G, James Galway or Acker Bilk, a leading music shop in Croydon is offering you a free music lesson. Jonathan Myall Music, in South End, Croydon, is giving free taster lessons on flute, clarinet and saxophone
Croydon’s best businesses are being urged not to miss out on the chance to be rewarded. Entry to the Croydon Business Awards 2012 closes on Friday, March 16, with trophies up for grabs in numerous categories such as best small business, best
The annual cricket festival at the Whitgift School has been cancelled due to the Olympics. The South Croydon school holds a Surrey County Cricket Club game each year at its grounds in Haling Park. But the London Olympics has meant Surrey
Members of classic rock band Whitesnake will make a special guest appearance to celebrate the re-opening of a music store destroyed during the August Riots. Rockbottom Music was one of the worst affected businesses in the Croydon riots with
A heartbroken pensioner who recently lost her husband-to-be is battling with Wandsworth Council to remain in the Battersea flat they shared. Avi Cassidy, 66, of Thomas Baines Road, in the Winstanley Estate, found the wedding ring her partner
Terry Brown launched into an astonishing attack on most of his AFC Wimbledon squad after another dismal defeat on Tuesday. Against relegation rivals Plymouth Argyle, the Dons gifted them goals at the start of the each half - the first just
St George's Hospital will not be losing its A&E and maternity units despite the recommendations of an NHS report. The Better Services Better Value review suggested one A&E unit at Croydon University Hospital, Sutton's St Helier, Kingston Hospital
A member of the House of Lords visited a college last week to encourage students to engage with politics. Lord Harries of Pentregarth, met students in St Francis Xavier sixth form college, Malwood Road, Clapham, on Thursday and gave a talk
The Muslim Cultural and Welfare Association of Sutton has been recognised in a medal reception. The event on Wednesday, February 8, was held in honour of the Prince of Wales’ Pakistan Recovery Fund. The charity aims to help deal with
Accident and Emergency patients and expectant mothers could be forced to travel out of Croydon for treatment following recommendations in an NHS report. The service at Croydon University Hospital (CUH) is under threat after an NHS South West
Witness the dashing Richard Hannay as he outwits German spies in their plot to create war across Europe in the infamous The 39 Steps Richard Hannay, a handsome, soldierly, pipe-smoking Englishman, enjoys a brief a beautiful and mysterious woman
Children and their parents are invited to embark on an underwater safari as ponds spring into life again following the long, cold winter months. Find out what lurks below the surface of the pond in Old Common, Cobham, on Saturday, March 17. The Elmbridge
Burglars caused thousands of pounds of damage at an award-winning charity after drilling through a wall to evade an alarm system. Thieves made a 25 to 30cm thick brick wall in the Vine Project's head office on the border of Mitcham and Hackbridge
A facility designed to burn 275,000 tonnes of waste a year is NOT an incinerator claim councillors who promised to oppose one in or near the borough. Viridor revealed plans for facility in Beddington Lane, Sutton, on Monday as part of the beginning
Replacements for two sacked cabinet members in Surrey have been announced. Councillor Helyn Clack will replace Councillor Denise Saliagopulous, who was asked to stand down as cabinet member for community services and the 2012 Games.
Purley Memorial Hospital is set to receive £11m for refurbishment. Health Secretary Andrew Lansley announced the funding today as part of a £100m cash boost for hospitals. The money will be spent on bringing together a range of services
A 25-year-old student was arrested on suspicion of a string of driving offences after a car overturned in Sutton last night. Emergency services were called to Albion Road, Sutton at 11.44pm on Tuesday, March 6. The female driver was
Help us celebrate one of Sutton’s longest-established arts’ events – and visit Sutton Arts Council’s annual art exhibition. The special free exhibition is now in its 61st year, and promises over 100 works ranging from oils to prints, paintings, drawings
A brace from Saido Berahino helped Brentford secure a comfortable 2-0 win over Exeter City at Griffin Park on Tuesday night. The on-loan striker pounced just before the break and again midway through the second half to steer his side to victory
A war hero who received the Military Medal for rescuing an injured major at the Battle of Arnhem has died at the age of 86. Lionel Driver, who was born in Surbiton, was just 18 when he was with two platoons caught in stiff fighting crossing
A man has been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of a teenager in Brixton. This morning, detectives investigating the death of Kwame Ofosu-Asare arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of murder. Police were called at 5.52pm
Councillor Leonie Cooper, Labour's London Assembly candidate for Merton and Wandsworth Congratulations to your reporter Omar Oakes for uncovering the quite scandalous shortages in the Merton safer neighbourhood teams, with only two teams out
As concerns that foxes are attacking family pets in Epsom are raised with the Secretary of State for the Environment it emerged that another cat has been found eaten. The remains of two-year-old Button were discovered three weeks ago in a garden
Epsom and Ewell Council has been given more power to run young people’s services in the borough by Surrey County Council (SCC). The borough will now be responsible for planning activities to help young people into work, training or the classroom
Here we have an episodic, download-only, horror sidequel. Not often we see a game that ticks all of those boxes - but here we do. And for the bargain price of 1,200 Microsoft Points (about £10) the latest Alan Wake game is available on Xbox Live Marketplace
A father and son have organised a Beatles tribute concert to raise money for Princess Alice Hospice. Butchers Paul and Mark Cunningham, of PJ Dale in Bridge Road, East Molesey, have roped in Phill Marshall from theatre show Beatles 4Ever UK to help them
Croydon Council has been accused of attacking the borough's Irish community by cancelling St Patrick's Day celebrations. In past years, the council organised a flag-raising ceremony outside Taberner House, in addition to hosting a Civic Reception
The number of vacancies within the borough's Safer Neighbour Teams (SNT) has sparked concern among residents. There are currently four vacancies in the Tooting SNT and two in Furzedown team, after Police Community Support Officers have left
by Clive Whichelow, via email I wonder how many people realise that many of our local community centres, libraries, hospitals, clinics and car parks may soon be redeveloped to make way for flats, offices and shops? In January, Merton
A 130ft lorry which got stuck for 24 hours after turning a corner was on a pre-approved route with a police escort when it became jammed. The lorry was heading to United House construction site in Skerne Road to deliver 40ft concrete beams
A teenager accused of taking part in the shooting of a five year-old girl in a botched gang attack has told a court he felt “remorseful”. Anthony McCalla, 19, from Streatham, admits he was with the gunman when at least two shots were fired into the
A man was honoured for his services to the borough at a special ceremony last week. Roy Berry, from Epsom was given the award by the Mayor of Epsom and Ewell, Councillor Sheila Carlson, at this year’s civic reception on Friday, March 2. Mr Berry has
Players are invited to the annual Croydon Mayor’s charity golf day. The golf challenge takes place at Thursday, April 19 at Farleigh Golf Club in Surrey. The day involves 18 holes of competitive golf, as well as prizes for the longest
Brentford assistant coach Alan Kernaghan revealed goal hero Saido Berahino was close to being left out of Tuesday's 2-0 triumph over Exeter City. The 18-year-old West Bromwich Albion loan star struck either side of half time as the Bees bounced
