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LONGFIELD: Construction company boss charged with manslaughter after truck driver dies
A CONSTRUCTION worker has appeared in court charged with manslaughter after the death of a dumper truck driver. Officers from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) launched an investigation after a fatal accident involving Mark Wilkin, of Longfield
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Pen Dragon land cricket crown
PEN Dragon School from Lewisham were crowned champions of the all London special schools’ cricket festival yesterday. They were captained by England moderate learning disability team member Chris Lodge, who is hoping to be part of the national squad
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GREENWICH: Residents consulted on dog controls
RESIDENTS are being asked for their opinion on dog control orders. The orders have been trialled in parts of Greenwich since last September, leading to ten dog owners being fined for breaking the rules. They prohibit owners letting their dogs off
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BROMLEY: Businesses getting ready for Store Wars
BUSINESSES in the Glades shopping centre are getting ready for Store Wars - a competition to reward good customer service. Visitors to the centre in Bromley High Street can nominate an individual, department or shop which they believe deserves to be
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Harriers fly the flag at Sheffield
THERE were some excellent performances and several new records created by the Dartford Harriers contingent at last weekend’s 79th English Schools’ track and field championships in Sheffield. This prestigious event is the largest of its kind in the
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In defence of JHopper (and other liberal chatterers)
As a member of “the liberal chattering classes” and a busy mum, who doesn’t work all day long at a computer terminal, I feel compelled to write in defence of JHopper, who was treated so rudely because of her comments on a recent blog written by
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SHAKILUS TOWNSEND: Inquiry into police investigation of stabbing
AN investigation is under way into how police investigated a stabbing linked to the killers of 16-year-old Shakilus Townsend. The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) has confirmed it is investigating how the Met handled an investigation
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SOLE STREET: Taxi driver assaulted in cab
A TAXI driver suffered a broken nose, two black eyes, and bruising to his face after being attacked by a passenger. The cabbie, said to be in his 60s, picked up a man and a woman from the Railway Inn pub, Sole Street, on Monday (July 13) night and took
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GRAVESEND: Police appeal for witnesses after black man attacked by white men in street
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to an assault in which a black man was attacked by two white men. The 26-year-old victim was punched in the face and fell to the floor, hitting his head, in Clive Road, Gravesend, between 10.40pm and 11.20pm on June
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TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER
www.bromley.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY The Bromley (Free Parking Places)(Disabled Persons) Order 2003 (Amendment No.27) Order 2009. The Bromley (Loading Bays) (Time Restricted) Order 1996 (Amendment No. 25) Order 2009. The
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CHARLTON: Exciting green homes construction begins
CONSTRUCTION work has begun on seven energy efficent affordable homes. The properties in Gallon Close, Charlton, are being built by developer Osbourne Homes on behalf of housing association Family Mosaic. Insulated panels have been used to reduce
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TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER
www.bromley.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 AS AMENDED - SECTION 14 TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF VEHICULAR TRAFFIC NOTICE OF MAKING AN ORDER VARIOUS ROADS WITHIN THE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY 1.
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Saunders lands Dartford title
MICHAEL Saunders won the Dartford Golf Club championship for the second year running last Sunday. Playing against the club’s best players, the 18-year-old scored a gross 68 and 66, totalling 134 to win by four shots from Jamie Howell on 138
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More joy for GSA
DARTFORD side GSA claimed their third cup in four attempts with victory at the KFF tournament in Derby. After battling their way through to the final, GSA were once again pitted against SS Hounslow, the second seeds and the only team who could topple
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TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER
www.bromley.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY The Bromley (Free Parking Places)(Disabled Persons) Order 2003 (Amendment No.27) Order 2009. The Bromley (Loading Bays) (Time Restricted) Order 1996 (Amendment No. 25) Order
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TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING
www.bromley.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMISSION TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURE) ORDER 1995 PLANNING (LISTED BUILDINGS AND CONSERVATION AREAS) ACT AND REGULATIONS
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TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER
www.bromley.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 AS AMENDED - SECTION 14 1(c) TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF VEHICULAR TRAFFIC NOTICE OF MAKING AN ORDER VARIOUS ROADS WITHIN THE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY
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UPDATE - DARTFORD: Family of five wins £8m on lottery
A FAMILY from Dartford is celebrating after winning almost £8m on the lottery. Fleet Road resident Ted Newton bought a lucky dip ticket on behalf of himself and his wife Marilyn and their children Darren, Sarah and Stephen, and he matched all
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TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER
www.bromley.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 AS AMENDED - SECTION 14 TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF VEHICULAR TRAFFIC NOTICE OF INTENTION VARIOUS ROADS WITHIN THE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY 1. T H E
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TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING
www.bromley.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 (as amended) TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURE) ORDER 1995 PLANNING (LISTED BUILDINGS AND CONSERVATION AREAS) ACT AND REGULATIONS
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INTERVIEW: Local lass Kelly Pepper set to be British Lady Gaga
IF YOU live in the area you may already have heard Kelly Pepper (yes, her real name) as she took to the stage at the Danson Festival earlier this month. The teenager has been singing since she was five but at the tender age of 19 is releasing
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COMPETITION: Palmer’s Olive Butter prizes to win
Olive oil is the prime component of the Mediterranean diet, but it has health and beauty benefits too. They were first recognised by the ancient Mediterranean civilisations, and for centuries olive oil has helped generations of women to achieve
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TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING
www.bromley.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 (as amended) TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURE) ORDER 1995 PLANNING (LISTED BUILDINGS AND CONSERVATION AREAS)
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BROMLEY: Residents can become 'street friends'
ENVIRONMENTALLY conscious residents have the chance to keep their streets clean. Bromley Council is looking for people who wish to become ‘street friends’. Residents who are interested will be helping the council to spot things which
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ELTHAM: MP launches fridge chemicals bill
A BILL has been launched in Parliament to end the use of environmentally damaging chemicals in supermarket fridges. Eltham MP Clive Efford has launched the bill to stop hydroflurocarbons (HFCs) which he says can be 20,000 times more harmful to the
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ELTHAM: Floral display marks school's 80th anniversary
A GIANT floral version of a school’s crest has been created to celebrate its 80th anniversary. St Thomas More primary school, Appleton Road, Eltham, marked the milestone in its history with a display by the area’s gardeners in Well Hall Pleasaunce.
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PLUMSTEAD: Bannockburn school in plant growing project
CHILDREN have been growing fruit and vegetables at their school after as part of an environmental scheme. Bannockburn primary school in Plumstead High Street has been chosen to join the Planting in the Playground project. The project has been
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BIGGIN HILL: Baby 5km runner raises money for Bobby Moore charity
A BABY toddled his way round a 5km race to raise money for charity. Charlie Kavanagh, of Turner Avenue, Biggin Hill, did a 45 minute warm up before completing the first kilometre on his own, although his dad James, 23, had him on his reigns
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BIGGIN HILL: Youngsters get gardening advice at Charles Darwin's home
YOUNGSTERS have had fun while learning about plants and flowers at the home of Charles Darwin. The six pupils from Cudham Primary School in Jail Lane, Biggin Hill, visited Down House in Downe Road, Downe, on July 2. They are creating their own garden
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DEPTFORD: Prop from TV drama Spooks triggers train delays
A PROP used in a television spy drama disrupted train services after sparking a security alert. A passer-by called the emergency services after spotting what was described as an oil drum with wires sticking out in a yard close to Deptford train
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BLACKHEATH: Blackheath Society celebrates 10 years of removing graffiti
A COMMUNITY group is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its graffiti removal group. The Blackheath Society set up the group in 1999 to tackle the problem which members claim has blighted the area’s environment. Volunteers meet on the first Saturday
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WEST WICKHAM: Chris Hoy encouraging cyclists to saddle up
LONDONERS are being encouraged to get on their bikes in West Wickham and take part in a free cycling event. The 18.5km bike ride which starts in Sparrows Den car park, off Corkscrew Hill, on Sunday (July 19) is just one of more than 100 routes
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SYDENHAM: Children bean growing vegetables as part of project
CHILDREN have bean growing fruit and vegetables at their school after it was chosen as part of an environmental project. Alexandra Junior School in Cator Road, Sydenham, has been chosen to take part in the ‘Planting in the Playground’ project. The
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BROCKLEY: Olympic cyclist visits Stillness Infant School for Green Britain Day
A SCHOOL which prides itself on being green was visited by an Olympic cyclist. Pupils from Stillness Infant School, in Brockley Rise, Forest Hill, showed gold medallist Victoria Pendleton what the school has done to help the environment. MP for
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BROMLEY: Young actors chosen to perform on South Bank
YOUNG actors from the Churchill Theatre got a chance to perform on the South Bank as part of a national competition. The Churchill’s Youth Theatre took to the stage at the Oliver Theatre as part of the annual New Connections project. New Connections
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VIDEO - GREENWICH: Children sing Olympic song for Greenwich
CHILDREN showed their sporting spirit by singing a specially composed song to celebrate Greenwich hosting the Olmpics in 2012. Yesterday morning (July 13), around 46 pupils from Montbelle Primary School, in Milverton Way, Eltham, gathered at
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GREENWICH: Ferrier estate housing given £30m by Government
TWO regeneration schemes have been given a £32m boost by the Government. Around £30m has been allocated to the first phase of the Kidbrooke regeneration where 456 new homes are being built. The funds came from the Homes and Communities
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DARENT VALLEY HOSPITAL: Thousands attend fun day to raise money to fight cancer
THOUSANDS of people gathered outside Darent Valley Hospital to raise money to help it buy cancer fighting equipment. On Sunday (July 12) more than 2,000 people attended the Stride 4 Life fun day, with around 260 taking part in a sponsored walk around
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PENGE: Ben Hitchcock mum 'loses hope' after trio cleared of murder
AN exhausted mother says she has “lost hope” justice will ever be served, after three teenagers were cleared of murdering her son. Sixteen-year-old Ben Hitchcock was stabbed to death during a fight in June 2007. A jury at the Old Bailey
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NORTHFLEET: Developer told to stop construction of flats
A DEVELOPER who is converting an off-licence into flats could be ordered to change it back because he failed to get planning permission. Gravesham Council has told the developer, known as Mr Singh, to cease work on the property in London Road
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WOOLWICH: Friend pays tribute to murdered David Cooper
A FRIEND of murdered 28-year-old David Cooper says he cannot forget the last hours they spent together. Mr Cooper was battered to death in his flat in Calderwood Street, Woolwich, by Mossab Belhocine in the early hours of November 19 last year
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CATFORD: Police release photo of wanted man
POLICE are appealing for information on this man who is wanted in connection with a burglary in Catford. Jeffrey Beaumont, aged 40, is known to have lived in Lewisham recently and also has links with Brixton. He is wanted following a
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LEWISHAM: College girls in construction challenge
COLLEGE girls will take part in a building challenge to encourage more young women to work in the construction industry. Lewisham College in Lewisham Way, will host the Building Futures construction challenge on Wednesday and Thursday (July 15 and
