Mosque-goers, including Cat Stevens, said prayers today to honour the memory of Kingston Muslim Association's founding father. Hajee Mubarik Ali, elder and trustee and founder of the mosque died on Wednesday, March 7, at St George’s Hospital
Police have opened an investigation after a woman in her 70s died in a car crash. The woman, who is yet to be named, was a passenger in one of the cars when the collision took place in Melfort Road at about 9.45am yesterday. Police said
Police are investigating after two men asked a schoolgirl to get into their van as she walked home from her primary school. The incident took place near Cheam Fields Primary School at the junction of Stoughton Avenue and Tilehurst Road, Cheam
With the recent punishment of Luis Suarez, it can be said that the F.A. are trying to enforce fellow respect among players. But there is one man out there who will always be on the wrong side of the fans, the pundits and the managers. The one man who
Brentford assistant coach Alan Kernaghan has backed striker Clayton Donaldon to fill the goal scoring void left by Gary Alexander’s shock exit. The 32-year-old, who had scored 14 goals for the Bees this term, joined League Two Crawley Town
Paramedics are treating a motorbike driver after an accident in Purley Way. The collision between the motorbike and a car took place at about 4pm today near the junction of Stafford Road and Denning Avenue. London Ambulance Service confirmed
Newsquest South London has teamed up with Universal Pictures and Odeon Cinema to offer five readers the chance to win exclusive WANDERLUST movie merchandise. First prize includes a bag, incense set, bandanna and guitar (premium merchandise
Molesey Boat Club’s Andrew Triggs-Hodge may win a medal at the 2012 Olympics, but as far as I am concerned he has a lot to answer for. Last week I fell 14 seconds short of my sub seven minute target for 2,000m on the ergo after a month of my Nation on
I think progress is being made, writes Stuart Amos. Sat in the stands watching Brentford beat Exeter City on Tuesday was a strange experience. The Bees passed crisply and kept possession patiently against a like-minded Grecians outfit and there wasn
Passengers had to make an unscheduled stop as their bus broke down. The 407 bus was in Godstone Road, Whyteleafe when the incident occurred at about 3.10pm today. A witness said about 15 passengers were forced to evacuate the bus as
The Radio WDON team discuss Wimbledon's recent results in their first exclusive blog. They say a week is a long time in politics. For Wimbledon fans, it’s been a long and painful week and might feel more painful and longer yet. Saturday’s visit to
Brentford striker Saido Berahino isn’t exactly overweight, but he has revealed if he fires the Bees to the play-offs he might soon be shedding some pounds. The 18-year-old struck a brace to secure a 2-0 win over Exeter City on Tuesday night
After a thrilling wait, the most eagerly anticipated bride in Hersham's history is ready to walk down the aisle. Hundreds lined the streets surrounding St Peter’s Church in Burwood Road, waiting to see the spectacle. John McFadyen and
It’s been a while since Palace fans have been able to sit comfortably in their seats when the season approaches the final hurdle and not weigh up the possibility of watching League One football the following season. Although life as a Crystal Palace
A Middlesex Senior Cup final will be just another big game to add to the list for Hampton & Richmond Borough this season and manager Mark Harper would trade that in to ensure league survival. The Beavers went 2-0 up against Hendon in the semi-finals
A family at war took their feud into the streets outside the Old Bailey today following the sentencing of a man who killed his cousin. Peter Attwell was jailed for six years for manslaughter after killing his cousin Paul Coleman when he threw
The congregation has been left waiting after a dress malfunction and Rolls Royce breakdown put back Hersham's big wedding an hour. John McFadyen and Cheyenne Pidgley have caused a huge stir in Hersham and had been due to tie the knot at 2pm
Crowds are lining the streets of Hersham as the town waits for its taste of My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding. The hit Channel Four show is filming a wedding today, at St Peter’s Church in Burwood Road. News of the programme coming to town has caused much excitement
Harlequins director of rugby Conor O’Shea may be on the RFU panel hunting for a new England coach, but a Stoop tenant reckons he need look no further than Nick Mallett. London Broncos star Craig Gower played, and won, under the former South
Food growers will open the doors to their secret gardens later this month. Allotments and community gardens welcome the public on March 16 and 17 as part of the big dig – an Olympic-inspired event forming part of London-wide community good
Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak to in connection with a bike theft. A yellow Gary Fisher cycle, worth about £100, was stolen in an overnight burglary at Walton station between midnight and 1am on Wednesday, February 29.
A mother is set to run the London Marathon in support of St Raphael’s Hospice which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Samantha Makepeace, 36, will be taking part in the 26 mile annual event on Sunday, April 22 for the first time
Cops found a huge stash of cannabis and £60,000 in cash after raids on two addresses this morning. Officers from Broad Green safer neighbourhood team (SNT) hit a house in Oakfield Road and discovered a stash of herbal cannabis and cannabis
"We are getting points each week - just not enough to close the gap." These were the words of Palace boss Dougie Freedman following his side’s 1-1 draw away at Coventry. Such a diagnosis effectively confirms that the play-offs are out of reach
Number-crunching whiz kids took part in a senior maths competition. ACS Cobham International took six pupils to the annual International Schools Mathematics Teachers Foundation (ISMTF) competition at the American School of the Hague. The students, aged
An animator who worked on Warner Bros Batman and Madonna’s film Who’s that Girl will hold an introduction to caricature sketching. Ric Machin, from Sutton, has had an extensive career beginning in animation for breakfast cereal commercials such as
The co-founder of a Croydon Leukaemia charity has been awarded an OBE for his services to healthcare. Orin Lewis was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire, by the Queen at a ceremony at Windsor Castle on March 2. The former
Stand-in captain Sammy Moore has urged AFC Wimbledon fans not to lose patience with the under-performing Dons. Tuesday’s 2-1 defeat to Plymouth Argyle made it seven matches without a win as Wimbledon’s slide toward the bottom of the table continued.
Police have released enhanced CCTV images they hope will help identify a man who indecently exposed himself on a train. A 23-year-old woman from Tooting, fell asleep on the train travelling between Clapham Junction and Ewell West on January
A tragic tale of searing passion and memorable music, La Traviata is Verdi’s outstanding interpretation of one of the most popular love stories. Based on a true story it tells of the unrequited love, jealously and tragic death in 19th century Paris
A failed asylum seeker is facing deportation after border officials stormed a register office and stopped a suspected sham marriage in its tracks. The 32-year-old Pakistani, who was scheduled to be married at Kingston Register Office, Coombe
Richard Brady hopes Saturday’s vital victory over fellow relegation strugglers Harrow Borough can be the catalyst Leatherhead need to move out of the drop zone, writes James Haggis. The Tanners’ Ryman Premier League survival hopes took a turn
Last weekend saw another highly successful raid by Sutton & Cheam Swimming Club on the Surrey County Age Group Championships with an 11 medal haul. On Saturday, Michael Rees (11) got the club off to the start they needed with Gold in the 200m breaststroke
Sutton Cricket Club has a new president. Ian Philippe, a member of the of the club since the 1960s, becomes their eight president in their 155-year history, taking over from Ken Ohlson OBE who stood down at last week's AGM. Chairman, Ron Lambe,
Saturday saw Sutton & Cheam Swimming Club host the UK’s first pan disability water polo festival at Cheam Leisure Centre, writes Beverley Rees. The event, which was possibly a ‘world first’, resulted from a joint initiative between Sutton & Cheam’s
A Mitcham rapper’s hit song has earned him more than a million YouTube hits and nomination for a national music award. Richard Abiona – who performs as Fuse ODG – has attracted massive interest in his single Azonto, including 1.37m views of
A 147-year-old pub shutting down this week might escape conversion into flats or offices. On Tuesday the Grove in south Wimbledon closed its doors with live music and a farewell party. The venue could change hands in the coming weeks.
Ricky Boylan wants to remain unbeaten in 2012 so he can start fighting for titles next year. The Carshalton boxer was in superb form at the Troxy last Friday as he demolished his opponent Ben Zarakani, knocking him out after just 83 seconds to make it
The dangers of drug and alcohol misuse were highlighted at an awareness event in Walton. Neighbourhood officers joined forces with partner agencies for the event in Thamesmead car park on March 1. The day was organised after residents at panel meetings
Hercules Wimbledon Athletic Club are getting in the spirit of the London Olympics this summer by staging a Try Athletics Day at their Wimbledon Park athletics track headquarters next month to mark 100 days to go. The event, which has the backing of
North Cheam Sports and Social Club held a three course meal for war veterans. Tony and Sue Millard who run the club are involved with the London Taxi Benevolent Association for War Disabled. They got local businesses to sponsor the day
Paul Dipre had only good things to say about Carshalton Athletic after his side’s last chance for silverware this season disappeared on Tuesday. The Robins were beaten 1-0 by Blue Square South leaders Woking at Colston Avenue in the semi-final of the
A midwife, who treats patients as considerately as her family, has won an award after just 18 months of delivering babies. Annabelle Keegan, of Lewin Road, Streatham, was nominated for the Infacol Baby Bonding award by her patient Jenny Wood
Morden cruiserweight Dean Hanley has promised to deliver a special performance on Saturday when he challenges for the vacant British Queensbury Cruiserweight title. The 29-year-old former kickboxing champion turned boxer, is taking on Brighton's Mark
Wimbledon’s Ross Hutchins won the 2012 Delray Beach Doubles Championship in Florida last Sunday to push him to his highest ever doubles ranking, writes James Haggis. Hutchins and his partner, Colin Fleming, came from a set down to take the second through
The funeral of one of the founders of Kingston mosque - and father-in-law of Cat Stevens - will take place today. Hajee Mubarik Ali, elder and trustee and founder of the mosque died aged on Tuesday, March 6, at St George’s Hospital.
Three months after arsonists torched to a £100,000 sacred Hindu chariot police still have no idea who carried out the attack. A number of youths are believed to have set fire to the chariot in the car park of the Sivayogam London Muthumari
Emergency patients with cancer-related problems can gain swift access to specialist cancer teams thanks to a newly-launched service at St Peter’s Hospital. The new service is led by Doctor Barry Quinn, Macmillan consultant lead nurse, who said the new
Carshalton Athletic midfielder Tom Davis has joined Blue Square South side Woking on loan, writes James Barrett. Woking manager Gary Hill spoke to Robins boss Paul Dipre about the possibility after the two sides meet in a Surrey Senior Cup semi-final
Police are appealing for information after a 35-year-old man was beaten up by a group of rioters for being “rich”. The incident happened on August 8 opposite the Hootananny bar at the junction of Tulse Hill and Brixton Water Lane, as chaos
Irish businessmen have clubbed together to put on an official St Patrick’s Day celebration following news Croydon Council has cut its civic ceremony. Brian Kennedy, proprietor of the Lounge Bar at Lansdowne Hotel, and Mark Waterstone, director
A student was among passengers stuck in the dark on a Eurostar train for more than eight hours as electrical problems threw the service into chaos. A power cut on the Paris to Waterloo train turned a dream trip into a nightmare for 20-year-old
A man who set fire to a pile of newspapers on a moving train has pleaded guilty to arson. Martin Booker, Selhurst New Road, South Norwood, deliberately set the papers alight before adding more to the burning pile as smoke billowed through the
A thief stole funds at a disco held to raise money for a new playground at a Kingston school. Staff and parents at Alexandra Infants School, where the pirates and princesses themed event took place, were left shocked by the incident that marred
The last thing I was thinking about as we taxied along a grass field in what felt like a Vauxhall Astra with wings, was food. It was the sunniest day of the year, and I, in my wisdom and desire to look the part, had worn a thick sheepskin pilots
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were "very saddened" after two teenagers they met at the Royal Marsden died within days of each other. Kate and Prince William met Beth Ansell, 19, and Amanda Slann, 17, at the Royal Marsden in Sutton when
Elderly and vulnerable residents are pawns in a “nasty and cynical political game”, it was claimed during a council meeting which rubber stamped another year of spending cuts. After a 26 per cent reduction in its grant from the Government,
A complimentary lunch is on the cards when teachers and pupils sign up to the Harvester’s fun-filled Fantastic Food sessions. The lessons take place at the Cricketers restaurant on Addington Village Road, Croydon, and invites school-children aged seven
By Christine Davis; Aylward Road, Merton Park I attended the Holocaust Memorial Service at the Civic Centre on January 26, in which the mayor, Gilli Lewis-Lavender, quoted part of the poem by Pastor Niemoller: “First they came for the communists
The middle man in a botched fake Rolex heist which saw a man killed knew the buyers intended to rob the merchandise, a court heard. Jonathan Barnes, 20, was shot in the head at an address in Morland Road, Croydon in August last year.
Complaints from residents on Putney's Ashburton estate about "nuisance" street drinkers has led the council and police to issue new stronger powers to curb the problem. Officers have now been given additional powers to prevent anti-social behaviourfrom
A 90-year-old woman was conned out of £22,200 by bogus builders. The woman, who is recovering from a hip operation, was tricked into handing over multiple payments for work to her roof that was never done. The resident of Trafalgar Avenue
A mum who ran off with her baby during a supervised care visit said she would do it again to spend more time with him, despite facing jail for her actions. Lauryn Bateman, 28, of Coulsdon, whose 14-month-old son had been taken into care by
The grieving parents of popular pupil Ali Nasralla said their son had lived his short life to the full. Ali Nasralla died on Tuesday after he was hit the day before by a black cab while riding his bike home from Robin Hood Primary School.
A dodgy bookmaker gave out £17,000 worth of betting slips to his mates a court heard. Luca Bartley, of Cressingham Grove, Sutton, handed his friends £17,290-worth of fixed odds betting credits whilst working at Ladbrokes on Sutton High Street
Pickpockets have been stealing purses from distracted shoppers on Sutton High Street. Police are advising female shoppers to keep their purses safe after a number of reports of pickpocketing over the last few weeks. They are urging shoppers
By Councillor Samantha George, Merton Conservatives’ spokeswoman for community and culture and Councillor Richard Hilton, Merton Conservatives’ spokesman for education We are writing to congratulate Merton schools on the fantastic progress
For over 100 years now, women all over the world have used the 8th of March as a day not only to celebrate women's achievements but to promote and protect women's rights. The history of struggle for gender equality worldwide unfortunately is still evident
Teenagers put their business hats on and held an Asian Culture Night on Sunday, March 4. A group of students from Sutton Grammar School have been balancing their academic pursuits with running a business. It is all part of Young Enterprise
Pupils taking part in an innovation week have visited the headquarters of a top educational website. Harris Academy South Norwood pupils visited headquarters of mangahigh.com, a maths educational website on February 20, taking part in challenges
A woman has collected her MBE from the Queen for her tireless efforts to protect the orangutan. Susan Sheward, 66, who was born and brought up in Stoneleigh, was made an MBE in recognition for her services to endangered primates through her
