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Party all night this New Year
Pubs in Wandsworth will be allowed to stay open all night on New Year's Eve following a decision by a committee of MPs to relax licensing laws. Licensees across the UK have been given the chance to stay open for a 36-hour period from 11am on New Year's
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High hopes for Belgrave
Belgrave Harriers will be confident of another victory in the Sweat Shop Surrey Cross Country League Division One on their home Wimbledon Common course tomorrow (Saturday), writes Tom Pollack. Harriers enjoyed a narrow victory over neighbours and reigning
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Congestion tax could push out key workers
Wandsworth could be left short of firefighters if key workers are not exempt from the capital's plans for congestion charges, according to council leader Councillor Edward Lister. Wandsworth Council said key workers travelling to central London could
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Sport mourns a great manager
The athletics world has been stunned by the sudden death of one of the sport's best known managers, Kim McDonald, who ran his operation from offices in High Street, Hampton. McDonald, who was only 45, died from a suspected heart attack while holidaying
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Marathon thank you
David Ross completed his second marathon in a month to raise money for the World Trade Centre Disaster Fund. Taking part in the Dublin marathon, the Sutton Runners members David ran strongly and confidently throughout and his time of 3:07 was a personal
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Bowls round-up: Mixed reaction to new-look bowls
BUPA CARE HOMES OPEN: These championships at Norbreck Castle in Blackpool have provoked plenty of comment, writes Geoff Martyr. Most of the spectators were crown green bowlers and they generally approved of the coloured bowls, the carpet and playing from
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Jardine's driving doing the talking
Britain's Colin McRae and Richard Burns are likely to be among the front runners of the Network Q Rally of Great Britain which starts next Thursday, November 22. However, further down the field and a million miles away from the mega bucks budgets of the
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Colin carves out a superb zander
Once again predators form the majority of the reports I've had this week and, predictably, Old Bury Hill at Dorking is providing the best sport in our area. Chertsey carpenter Colin Milner broke his personal best for zander this week with a superb 13lb
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Players wanted round-up - November 16
Erskine Rovers FC are seeking a quality goalkeeper and striker for their Morden and District Sunday League side. Call Steve on 020 8395 1956. A five-a-side football league at Rocks Lane Tennis and Football Centre, Barnes, kicks off on Tuesday, November
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Who ya gonna call?
The heavily trampled corridors of Hampton Court Palace have unfolded their secrets to an avid public over the decades, yet some of the inhabitants of the former Royal abode continue to make their presence felt in a more supernatural way. Ghostly apparitions
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Police crackdown on school thieves
Sutton police have launched a new initiative to crack down on mobile phone thefts in the borough's schools following a surge in the crime across the capital. The scheme involves marking children's phones with a UV detector pen or tagging' it and educating
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Anxious wait to learn fate of children's home
Plans to demolish a children's home to make way for a block of maisonettes were due to be agreed last night (Thursday), despite widespread opposition from neighbours. Planners have received 91 letters and two petitions each signed by more than 200 people
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Support for boy with cerebral palsy
A Sutton boy looks set to get an electric wheelchair if a fundraising effort goes to plan. Robert Coombs, 14, suffers from cerebral palsy and needs to raise more than £6,000 to get a specially adapted chair. The fundraising starts tomorrow at a race night
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Down but not out: Star Club vows to carry on
A lifeline for the borough's disabled was cut by Sutton Council yesterday, but members are vowing it will reappear in an independent form as soon as next month. Strawberry Lodge in Carshalton was the setting for what was an emotional final curtain call
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Motley crew turn out for Smokey
More than 20 clowns in full costume attended the funeral yesterday of Smokey the Clown aka Ron Townsend, 78, of Westminster Road in Sutton who died of a heart attack last week. One of the country's best loved children's entertainers, Ron was cremated
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Mother fined after six year old plays truant
The mother of a six-year-old girl charged with allowing her daughter to play truant was fined £350 after failing to attend court for the third time. The prosecution counsel for the education authority told Wallington Magistrates' Court on Tuesday how
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Charity gets help from flexible friends
Tomorrow's Children in Need appeal will be more than £1,000 to the good, thanks to the gymnastic skills of a number of Sutton High School pupils. The girls, all aged between five and 15 and part of the school's Centipede gym club, were sponsored to display
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Knife raiders target student
A 17-year-old student was robbed at knifepoint in Springfield Road, Wallington, on Monday. He was approached by two men at about 10.30pm who asked the victim if he had any money. One man held a small knife to the victim's neck, whilst his accomplice searched
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Sitters mourn handover
Voluntary Sitters says handing over the service it provided for more than 15 years to new contractors Prospect Housing Association (PHA) on Monday is like a bereavement'. Worries the transition is going to be less than smooth will be heightened as less
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IT training scheme for disadvantaged
Economically disadvantaged borough residents could benefit from a new IT training project designed to improve their job prospects, courtesy of £311,000 worth of Government and lottery cash. The three-year initiative will provide free training around the
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Comet and Ks join forces
Kingstonian FC have announced the Surrey Comet has become the exclusive sponsor of its new family and disabled enclosures. The sponsorship deal includes perimeter and enclosure branding in the ground, an advertisement in the club programme and match sponsorship
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Tooting take second half tumble
Tooting and Mitcham United lost a two goal lead as they crashed 4-2 at home to Harlow Town on Saturday. Goals from Neil Hams and Nigel Webb gave them a half-time advantage but Harlow hit back strongly in the second half with one of their goals from from
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Blues' battle is on the box
Chelsea return to Premiership action on Sunday when they travel to Everton for a fixture being shown on pay-per-view TV (2pm). Claudio Ranieri's men will be hoping to find better form than they were showing just before the two-week break for internationals
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Best win yet for super Banstead
BERKHAMSTED 2: BANSTEAD 3 Banstead Athletic got their best result of the season at Broadwater on Tuesday night. New signing Wesley O'Connor made an impressive debut in midfield, where James Greenaway and Graham Knight were also in good form, while up
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Beaten Park please coach
Rosslyn Park coach Kent Bray was proud of his team despite a 25-8 defeat at Rosslyn Park. Park had a long list of players unavailable while Orrell's millionaire backers' latest acquisition is Great Britain rugby league star Gary Connolly. But Bray said
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Late goal rush shocks Sutton
SUTTON UTD 1: CANVEY ISLAND 4 Sutton United's hopes of a morale-boosting victory were shattered on Tuesday night when Ryman League leaders Canvey Island scored four times in the last 18 minutes. The scoreline was harsh on Sutton, who lost nothing in comparison
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A magical time was had by all
Harry Potter mania hit Sutton last weekend when over 6,000 fans packed Sutton's UCI cinema to watch a preview of the film. But the children's adventure story is not relying on the blockbuster movie for making profit. Harry mania already has a firm grip
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Fives wanted
Five-a-side football teams are required for the South London Fives Millennium Cup which will be held at Wandle Recreation Centre, Wandsworth, on Sunday, December 9. The matches will be played between 2pm and 4.30pm and all players must be over 16 years
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Searle hero of nailbiting win
CARSHALTON 1: STAINES 0 Carshalton Athletic moved four places up the table after a nailbiting win over Staines on Tuesday night. The Robins had goalkeeper Stuart Searle to thank for their three points with a series of fine saves particularly in the second
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President Claire leads historic triumph
Herne Hill Harriers' first female club president Claire Pauzers led her team to victory in the South of the Thames junior cross-country race at Coulsdon on Saturday. It was a moment of history for Pauzers who finished second overall as it was the first
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Third place for swimmers
Sutton and Cheam Boys and Cheam Ladies performed brilliantly to snatch third place in this Speedo League gala at Harlow on Saturday evening. Chris Ashton won the boys nine to 11 years 50 metres butterfly in 38.38 and also the boys nine to 11 years 50
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Puma's fine performance
This was the game everybody wanted to see, Sutton Pumas v Trophy and league winners Plymouth Raiders. The large crowd watched the Pumas outplay their rivals to take a four point lead at the half way mark. The third quarter saw Todd Cetnar, Plymouth's
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Carshalton settle for a point
Carshalton Athletic 1 Northwood 1 Carshalton earned a hard fought point against a well organised Northwood side. The opening exchanges were pretty even, but Carshalton should have scored in the 41st minute. A lovely through ball over the top of the Northwood
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Art students paint the town
An interpretation of Sutton by day and night is now on display at the side of what used to be Arbys. SCOLA art tutor Julian Page was asked to lead a group of six students to create the 30ft long and 8ft high work of art. The mural was erected to make
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Newsletter lacked information
Along with my fellow St Helier estate residents, I recently received a leaflet from my local New Labour councillors. Being the first one since they were elected in 1998, it's a sure sign the next council elections cannot be far away. I use the term local
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Council recycles the truth
Having been exhorted to read carefully the important announcement from Sutton Council', I, as a resident, would like to comment on the statement made regarding recycled material. While it is probably true to say a small number of households were putting
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Clamp all illegal parkers
Congratulations on Sutton Council's firm stand on illegal parking. Cars without tax, parked on the pavement, across ramps or on corners should be clamped and towed to a car pound. On producing their MOT, insurance and log book, they would relased, after
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Tree to honour deputy head
A TREE has been planted in celebration of the life of Sedgehill Secondary School teacher Pat Stack. Headteacher Ilir Phillips led the ceremony at the school in Sedgehill Road, Bellingham, with a moving tribute to her former deputy. She spoke of the way
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Answer phones
BROMLEY and Orpington Samaritans is looking to recruit new volunteers to man the office and phone lines. The listening charity's offices, in Station Road, Orpington, are open from 7am to 10pm daily and lines are staffed 24 hours a day. Visits to schools
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No council reply for over a year
What do I have to do to get a reply from Sutton Council about a complaint I made last September? Someone acknowledged the letters, promised to answer, then only sent replies which bear no resemblance to the complaint, and that took a month or more. When
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Houses won't sell in this grafitti paradise
I wholeheartedly agree with most of the sentiments expressed by Mr John Spencer regarding the graffiti and acts of sheer vandalism in the Wrythe Green area of Carshalton. He mentioned the disused toilets in Wrythe Recreation Ground, which have been closed
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Parking can be solved by striking a balance
Further to your article "parking is set to be the new controversial issue". Like all town centre management matters, parking has to be balanced between the residents, the employees, visitors and shoppers, and it is something the Town Centre Management
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Wood wins top honour
Harlequins Irish international hooker Keith Wood has been awarded the International Rugby Board Player of the Year for 2001. Wood beat Australian duo George Gregan and George Smith, Irish team-mate Brian ODriscoll and England fly-half Jonny Wilkinson
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Casuals come a cup cropper
Corinthian Casuals crashed out of the FA Vase in near darkness last Saturday. A power cut prevented the use of the lights in the second half, as Sussex League leaders Burgess Town ran out 3-0 winners. Chris Horwood made a vital goal-line clearance in
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Sub de Luca sinks Sutton
HAMPTON & RICHMOND 2 SUTTON UNITED 1 Paul de Luca came of the bench to score for the second game running and give Hampton & Richmond a derby victory over Sutton United, reports Les Rance. Hampton boss Steve Cordery had good reason to be
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Can you help track down Pauline?
ARE you, or do you know Pauline Lees formerly Pauline Smith. Joyce Pullen of Clive Road, Enfield, is looking for Pauline who lived in Stonard Road, Palmers Green, until she married Leonard Lees. Joyce said: "Leonard was the youngest of my uncles and therefore
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Bludgeoned to death on estate
Police have launched a murder hunt after a man was bludgeoned to death on a Mitcham housing estate. The attack happened in a road between Kent Close and Huntingdon Close, on the Pollards Hill estate, at around 11pm, on Tuesday (November 6) last week.
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Thanks for donations
UNICEF would like to send a huge thank you to all those who have already made a donation to UNICEF's Afghanistan Crisis Appeal. As you may know, it is estimated that of the seven million Afghans who have to rely on aid to survive the combined threats
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Even Harry Potter uses imperial measures
IN the week we see the general release of the eagerly awaited film Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, five small traders will be going to the High Court to appeal against their prosecution for selling or labelling their goods in imperial measures
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Tony ready to face old mates
Its a big night tonight (Friday) for NEC Harlequins star Tony Diprose. The 29-year-old comes face-to-face with his old club Saracens at The Stoop. It will be an emotional night for Diprose to play against the club he joined straight from school as a 17
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Bird shop may close after thefts
s=10AN ENFIELD bird shop may be forced out of business after being targeted by callous thieves for the fifth time this year.o Thieves swooped once again on Crews Hill Bird Centre on Thursday evening, stealing nine parrots worth a total of £8,000. The
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Pump installed
A PUMP capable of processing 21,000 gallons a minute has been installed at the flood hit Montagu Road area of Edmonton. The pump, costing the council £100,000 to hire for six months, has been installed at the west side of the culvert adjacent to Salmon's
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In Brief
CRAFT FAIR: Glendale Grounds Management is looking for people and groups to take part in a series of arts and craft fairs at Manor House Gardens, Manor Lane, Lewisham. There will be a fee for stall holders but some free spaces for charities and community
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Divers jailed for £1.5m drugs found on ship
TWO professional divers have been jailed after police foiled an international drug smuggling deal worth £1.5m. Matthew Woodcraft, 31, of High Road, Benfleet, and Lee Woolcock, 32, of Beech Road, Hadleigh, were sentenced to six and four years' imprisonment
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Golden Grenville
Supervet Grenville Tuck won a team gold medal in the Home Counties Veterans International in Falkirk, Scotland. Tuck, who is 51 on November 22, was originally selected as a reserve for the England over 50 team after finishing sixth in his category in
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Tooting crash to defeat
Tooting and Mitcham United lost a two goal lead as they crashed 4-2 at home to Harlow Town on Saturday. Goals from Neil Hams and Nigel Webb gave them a half-time advantage but Harlow hit back strongly in the second half with one of their goals from from
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Sports shorts: Football
Merton Women were beaten 3-0 by title-chasing Camberley in last weekends crunch league match.
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Sports shorts: Football
Mayfair United reached the last 16 of the London FA Sunday Senior Cup with a 5-1 win at Maribb. Victor Williams, Ryan Gray, Sean Campbell and Neil Parkinson (2) were on target.
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GLA investigated for ignoring outer boroughs
THE London Assembly is set to investigate whether outer boroughs like Redbridge are getting the public transport they deserve. A scrutiny into public transport services in outer London has been launched by the GLA's outer London investigative committee
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Thanks for the nursery
A BRAND new shiny nursery block has been opened at Snaresbrook College Prep School. The facilities, which have cost over £150,000, is the result of a project which has been in motion during the last 15 to 20 years. Work was finished in late October and
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Bishop visit
OUR Lady of Lourdes Primary School welcomed a special guest to the school on Wednesday. The Bishop of Brentwood Thomas MacMahon paid a visit to the Wanstead school, to meet staff and pupils.
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Down to earth
THE Good Person of Sichuan was the annual production performed by students at Caterham High School. Written by Betold Brecht, the play has been described as a hard-hitting and vibrant theatrical tale. It tells of a time when the Gods come to earth in
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Diwali festival marked
ARUNA Jhavrey is one of thousands of Asians in Gravesham and Dartford who celebrated Diwali last week. Diwali is the Indian festival of light and is their equivalent of Christmas. Asian families enjoy pastry sweets or gugara, say prayers and set off fireworks
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Diwali festival marked
ARUNA Jhavrey is one of thousands of Asians in Gravesham and Dartford who celebrated Diwali last week. Diwali is the Indian festival of light and is their equivalent of Christmas. Asian families enjoy pastry sweets or gugara, say prayers and set off fireworks
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In Brief
RAIL TALK: Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts' Society will meet on November 30. Peter Featherstone will talk on the Midland Railway Trust. The meeting is at 8pm in the United Reformed Church, in Singlewell Road. KEEP FIT: Gravesham residents can keep fit
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Caravan thefts
POLICE are warning caravan owners to look out for thieves stealing caravans to order. It comes after a two-year-old caravan worth £14,000 was stolen in Bexley last month. It was taken from Kiln Lane while the family were at home, despite having taken
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Cash in the coffers
AN audit has found Dartford Borough Council to be financially sound and "well placed to meet future changes". The independent external research, carried out by Pricewaterhouse Coopers, was presented at the council's General Assembly. The report highlights
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Maskell too good for Ks
Hampton & Richmond man-ager Steve Cordery has dismissed suggestions linking his player-coach Craig Maskell with a move to Ryman League Premier Division rivals Kings-tonian. Cordery has been upset by rumours surrounding his top scorer, which were
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Archaeologist remembered
Kathleen Gee attends the unveiling of a plaque honouring her late husband William Penn who unearthed four Roman temples on the Springhead site. He died on November 12, 1968, after spending 18 years excavating the Roman site PHOTOPRESS November 16, 2001
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In Brief
BOARD MEETS: The regulatory board of Gravesham Borough Council meets on Wednesday, November 28. The committee is responsible for making decisions on planning applications and licensing. The meeting is open to the public at the civic offices in Windmill
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In Brief
TOY COLLECTION: Staff at Travelcare in Orpington High Street have launched a collection of gifts and toys to fill a Santa's Suitcase to donate to Hayes Children's Ward at Farnborough Hospital. Anyone wishing to donate can take gifts to the shop, preferably
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Answer phones
BROMLEY and Orpington Samaritans is looking to recruit new volunteers to man the office and phone lines. The listening charity's offices, in Station Road, Orpington, are open from 7am to 10pm daily and lines are staffed 24 hours a day. Visits to schools
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Tourist held on spy charge
A Whitton family is keeping a constant vigil for news of their son who is being detained in Greece on espionage charges. Graham Arnold, 38, is one of 12 members of a party of plane spotters arrested at an airbase near Kalamata on Wednesday, November 7
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Ramblers right to roam in dispute
RAMBLERS and landowners could be locking horns on plans to open up the countryside. As the Government takes the first steps on the path to providing a new framework for access to open land, ramblers look forward to "a complete right to roam". But farmers
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'Desperate' council accused over sell-off
Richmond Council has been accused of resorting to desperate tactics in an effort to raise cash after it agreed proposals to sell-off its historic offices at Langholm Lodge for housing. Conservative councillors have been in uproar since the council announced
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BBC throws the spotlight on director
Peter Baker, chairman of governors at Hampton School, appeared on a BBC documentary on Tuesday. The managing director of British Bakeries spent a week working on the shop floor of the firms Newcastle factory, one of 17 across the country, to discover
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Skaters no longer on thin ice with residents
The long-awaited reopening of the Kingsfield skate park looks likely to go ahead next week after months of delays and false starts. Frustrated skaters were left with nowhere to practice their sport, after the skate park was suddenly closed last October
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Let's get physical classes
Weekly classes in yoga, pilates and aerobics will be running at the new fitness studio at Teddington Pool, which opened last month. The studio was created as a result of the refurbishment of the changing-room area at the pool. Initially the studio was
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Casuals come a cup cropper
Corinthian Casuals crashed out of the FA Vase in near darkness last Saturday. A power cut prevented the use of the lights in the second half, as Sussex League leaders Burgess Town ran out 3-0 winners. Chris Horwood made a vital goal-line clearance in
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Cheque helps trust's dream come true
The Shooting Star Trust celebrated an important milestone on Monday when it passed its £2 million appeal target. The achievement is partly due to the generosity of the now defunct Friends of Richmond Hospital, who donated £100,000 to the trust to enable
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Sub de Luca sinks Sutton
HAMPTON & RICHMOND 2 SUTTON UNITED 1 Paul de Luca came of the bench to score for the second game running and give Hampton & Richmond a derby victory over Sutton United, reports Les Rance. Hampton boss Steve Cordery had good reason to be
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New boss to improve environmental service
Kingston Councils floundering environmental services department could be rescued by the arrival of a new boss to keep control of its wayward contractors. It is hoped that newly appointed director of environmental services, Davendra Saksena, 51, will be
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Fitting tribute to road traffic victims
Mayors from various London boroughs will join together on Sunday for a remembrance service honouring those who have died in road traffic accidents. Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Jeremy Thorn, will be among 19 mayors attending the service in St James Church
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Hundreds pay their respects
Hundreds of people from all over Kingston and Richmond poured into the streets surrounding the boroughs war memorials to observe the annual two-minute silence on Sunday. Leader of Kingston Council, Councillor Kevin Davis, was joined by top police officers
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Safety audit highlights danger of bridge crash
Urgent work is needed on Kingstons bridges to stop vehicles plummeting onto railway lines below, a safety audit has shown. In light of the Selby rail disaster earlier this year, which left at least 10 people dead and 70 injured, all the bridges in the
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Trust star customers
Elda Sands and Vivien Williams, volunteers from the Shooting Star Trust, joined Bentalls staff to launch this years Bentalls Christmas charity appeal. Funds raised from the sale of the charitys Father Christmas badges will go towards the Hampton childrens
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Heritage in hiding
Frustration is growing over the loss of a vital piece of the boroughs history while in the care of developers at the Charter Quay complex in Kingston town centre. St George, which is building the long-awaited complex, was supposed to install the panel
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In Brief
CRAFT FAIR: Glendale Grounds Management is looking for people and groups to take part in a series of arts and craft fairs at Manor House Gardens, Manor Lane, Lewisham. There will be a fee for stall holders but some free spaces for charities and community
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Ability to work positively earns employers award
Kingston Primary Care Trusts commitment to employing disabled people was officially recognised with the presentation of the Disability Symbol Award last Friday, November 9. The symbol is a nationally recognised award which helps organisations inform the
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Art for free
Have a go at drawing, painting, collage and crafts and discover hidden talents in a series of free evening art classes. Dulwich Picture Gallery is running relaxed and informative classes at St John's Church, in Waterloo, for the next four weeks. They
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Who ya gonna call?
The heavily trampled corridors of Hampton Court Palace have unfolded their secrets to an avid public over the decades, yet some of the inhabitants of the former Royal abode continue to make their presence felt in a more supernatural way. Ghostly apparitions
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Woman attacked while taking short cut
A YOUNG woman was indecently assaulted as she took a short-cut to her mum's house . The 19-year-old was walking along Pool River, behind the Sainsbury's Savacentre, in Bell Green, Sydenham, at 2pm on Tuesday, November 6, when a man grabbed her from behind
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Oxford aspire to higher things to defeat Hamlet
DULWICH HAMLET 1 OXFORD CITY 2 With the floodlights at Champion Hill struggling to penetrate the mid-afternoon gloom, the final whistle signalled an unexpected defeat for Dulwich Hamlet against Oxford City, writes Angus MacDonald. City secured their first
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Harriers president leads team to historic triumph
Herne Hill Harriers first female club president Claire Pauzers led her team to victory in the South of the Thames junior cross country race at Coulsdon on Saturday. It was a moment of history for Pauzers who finished second overall as it was the first
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Topcats overcome Tigers
Brixton Topcats continued their steady progress in NBL Division Two south with a 92-62 win over Thames Valley Tigers at Brixton Recreation Centre, writes Ziad Chaudry. Although Topcats were playing the leagues bottom club, Jimmy Rogers side could be pleased
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Thanks for kindness
I WOULD like to thank all the kind people the police, my sequence dancing partners, old friends at the post office, neighbours, club members etc, for their words of comfort after my being conned out of £800. OLIVE WATSON, Enfield.
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Citizenship classes are a good idea for refugees
I READ with enthusiasm that at last David Blunkett is doing what should have been done years ago discuss the introduction of citizenship classes and language lessons for new immigrants. How many people even know that all applicants for British citizenship
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Empty promises
I READ with interest your report 'Car Breakthrough' (Independent, November 7) not least because not one but two cars have recently been smashed up and abandoned near my home. When I informed Enfield Council's Community Enforcement department of the problem
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In Brief
BANK AID: The Bromley branch of Alliance & Leicester is raising funds for the NSPCC's FULL STOP Campaign between November 26 and December 8. The branch, in Bromley High Street, will donate £1 to the NSPCC's National Educational Programme for each
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The search begins for barmaid of the year
NEWS Shopper's resident saloon-sleuth Pubspy has launched a search for the best barmaid in the area. The sozzled scribe wants nominations for Pubspy Barmaid of the Year 2001. Then, the voting is down to YOU the reader by visiting his website at www.thepubspy.co.uk
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It seems the first pgrase refugees learn is 'Haringey Council'
I READ with much interest your recent article on asylum seekers in Wood Green. A very close friend of mine who spent years fighting for his country is unfortunate enough to have a family of these people living close by, a woman with five kids who says
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What's on in town
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 14MUSIC: Texas Gun. Country Music Club - The Palomino at Rifles, South Ordnance Road, Enfield Lock. 7.45pm to 11.45pm. 82453340. £4 admission. SALE: Enfield in Bloom Christmas sale cards, paper, goods and promotional items. Civic Centre
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Teenage 'dogsbody' loses case against his boss
A teenager who took his South Norwood employer to a tribunal over a wages row after claiming he was treated as a general dogsbody, has lost his case. Ben Bartlett, 17, lost his court battle with boss Dave Collins, who owns construction company Hoveair
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Murder victim's girlfriend appeals for help
An emotional appeal for help in tracking down the brutal killers of a hard-working Sri Lankan man has been made by the girlfriend he left behind. Kanthie Rathanapala, who worships at a church in Croydon, spoke this week about the shock of hearing of her
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Kew steams ahead
This weekend promises to be an exciting one for lovers of steam railways. Kew Bridge Steam Museum is holding its annual Live Steam Model Railway Show which will appeal to train lovers young and old. This popular event will entertain families and railway
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Classical listings - to Nov 22
Nov 16 - GUILDFORD Holy Trinity Church, High Street at 7.30pm (repeated Saturday); Baroque by Candlelight, Guildford Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, conductor Andrew Watkinson, with Sally Dunkley (soprano) and Jane Pickles (flute). Vivaldi Flute Concerto
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Davis does Dickens
Barnes-based composer Carl Davis set well-loved Dickens to music for Northern Ballet Theatre's full-length production of A Christmas Carol in 1992. The current revival comes to the New Victoria Theatre, Woking from November 27. November 16, 2001 16:30
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Jazz, folk and blues diary - to November 22
Friday - The Bulls Head, Lonsdale Road, Barnes 020 8876 5241. The Papa George Band. Expect some great guitar playing from this veteran of the blues scene. 8.30pm, £6. The Ram Folk Club, The Foley Arms, Hare Lane, Claygate, 020 8688 9421. Tomas Lynch.
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Rock and pop diary - to Nov 22
Friday - The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill, Balham. 020 8682 8940. Big Daddy's Funky Monkey, monthly soul and funk night third Friday of each month, 7.45pm, £3. The Cartoon, 179 London Road, Croydon. 020 8239 1616. Teen Spirit, Australian Nirvana tribute band
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Geno's still jammin'
Geno's back! The man who sold out the Eel Pie Club earlier this year and who has had a No. 1 single written about him is getting ready to make a welcome return to the Twickenham next week. Geno Washington is one of the true veterans of the British R n
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Gay and lesbian diary - to November 22
Bar 68, 68 Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath. 020 8665 0683. Fri: Rob Collins and DJ Bagpuss. Sat: DJ Bagpuss spins the discs. Sun: Trill those tonsils with Bob James karaoke. Pub hours. Thornton Heath BR. The Bird of Pride, 291 Sydenham Road, Croydon. 020
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Harry is just magic!
The film of the year is now out. Elizabeth Worthy, 11, tells us why she's just wild about the movie version of Harry Potter. I was thrilled to be one of the lucky ones at a preview of the fantastic film we have all been waiting for: Harry Potter and the
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Win tickets
We're making a real song and dance about our giveaways this week as we can offer you tickets to two musicals and a dance show. The first giveaway is five pairs of tickets for a dance double bill at the Battersea Arts Centre tonight. As part of the Wandsworth
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Will this chick be a r-egg-cord breaker?
AN EGGSTATIC grandfather-of-eight may have the world's smallest chicken egg. Animal-lover George Graves, of Lower Gravel Road, Bromley, was over-the-moon when he found what he believes to be a record-breaker. He went to his chicken coop to collect his
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Holmes alone
After two years of "bees and early bedtimes" in his Sussex retreat, Sherlock Holmes returns to London to attend the funeral of his old friend Dr Watson. And so begins the absorbing one man play, Sherlock Holmes The Last Act, starring Roger Llewellyn.
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Go West!
West Side Story changed the face of musical theatre forever, a theatrical masterpiece as passionate, as gripping and as powerful today as when it first took Broadway by storm. And now it is coming to Wimbledon Theatre following an 18 month sell out run
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Exhibitions
Artists Sketchbook Exhibition. Original drawings, studies and works on paper by more than 15 artists. Closes November 17. Gallery One, 19 Station Road, Barnes, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, 020 8487 2144. Serving Caipirinha. Debut London one-man show by outstanding
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Geek Speak: Java and Javascript
Java is a programming language that has revolutionised programming over recent years. Usually programming languages have a limited use depending on the type of computer they were designed for. Java, however, broke that trend and the programs written using
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Charmingly insecure
If you like good observational humour then this Saturday, the Bearcat Comedy Club, Twickenham, is the place for you. Headlining a fantastic line-up this weekend is Dominic Holland but don't let the fact he has written scripts for Des O'Connor or gags
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Comedy
TONIGHT The Banana Cabaret, The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill, Balham 020 8673 8904. Phil Nichol, Julia Morris, Simon Clayton, Jimmy Carr, 7.30pm, £7-£10. Jongleurs, 49 Lavender Gardens, Battersea, 0870 787 0707. Mickey Hutton, Matt King, Tony Gerrard, Jo
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Comedy - to Nov 21
THE CASTLE COMEDY: Paul B. Edwards and Harvey Oliver with Brendan Riley appear at The Castle, 38 Tooting High Street. % 020 8672 7018. £12. Doors 7.30pm, show 8.30pm. JONGLEURS: Mickey Hutton, Matt King, Tony Gerrard, Jo Enright, Geoff Boyz appear at
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Sport - to Nov 21
TOOTING BADMINTON CLUB: New members of all standards welcome at this friendly club. Meet every Monday at Tooting Leisure Centre. For further information Tel: Cherly on 0790 547 1546. BEC RUGBY CLUB: Players wanted. Training and matches on every Saturday
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Children - to Nov 21
MRS WORTHINGTON'S WORKSHOPS: Acting, dancing and singing and other stage classes for seven to 16 year olds. Patrons include actor David Jason and Gerry Cottle. Tel: 020 8767 6944. BALLET CLASSES: Flagmount School of Ballet, Wilditch Community Centre,
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Music - to Nov 21
SOUTH LONDON CONCERT BAND: Rehearsals for woodwind, brass and percussion players at St Paul's Church in Furzedown on Tuesday evenings. Tel: 020 8769 6760. THE CASTLE: The Darkness and Pinhole play rock inspired tunes. November 16. Entrance £5 (£4 NUS)
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Information on asbestos
For advice and information on domestic asbestos disposal, call the public protection provision department at Sutton Council on 020 8770 5546. Businesses which have any queries regarding asbestos can contact Biffa in Redhill for advice on 01737 765 122
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Foxes invading my garden
I would like to reply to the writer of the letter in the Guardian, November 1. I have worked hard all my life, made provision for my retirement and would like to be able to enjoy some of it in my garden. The foxes dig up my plants and lawn and leave a
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Post office mayhem
I note with a wry smile Post Office assurances that Putney Post Office will hardly be affected when extra merchandise' is sold there. Over the years, along with other Southfields residents, I have got used to squeezing my way past shelves of groceries
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Quins discover their ruthless side
NEC Harlequins head coach John Kingston believes his team are starting to show the mental and physical toughness needed for success in the Zurich Premiership. Despite Friday nights 13-13 draw with Northampton Saints when Quins failed to hold onto a 13
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Boat ceremony for Bloom winners
Blooming winners in Wandsworth were honoured aboard a boat moored at Putney Pier. Wandsworth Mayor Councillor Ron Smith presented the prizes and certificates for the nine categories in this year's Wandsworth Bloom on the Mercia, last week. Leanne Furtado
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Common death of horse lover a 'tragic accident'
A St Helier nurse, who was one of the first female ambulance drivers in London, died after being paralysed in a riding accident on Epsom Common, an inquest has heard. Gillian Giles, 48, was thrown from her horse Buddy on August 17, when he started bucking
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Friendly fuel
Motorists in Wandsworth are being encouraged to select fuels with a lower sulphur content. Multinational BP has launched an environmentally-centred marketing campaign' to help drivers make a positive impact on air quality. BP's fuels marketing manager
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Minister spreads the word in 'preach off'
A minister from Cheam has leaped a little closer to the skies by reaching the final of a national competition which will seek out the Preacher of the Year 2001'. Martin Camroux, Minister of the Trinity United Reformed Church and Methodist Church, is up
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Duchess delights
The Duchess of Gloucester attended a ceremony to mark the long-awaited revamp of Maple Infants School, in Surbiton, on Wednesday. The project, which involved major re-modelling of the school grounds and buildings, has taken two and a half years. Head
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Toxic threat to lab staff
Staff at a Carshalton biological research facility could be at risk of radioactive poisoning, according to the Environment Agency, which has ordered it to clean up its act. TNO Bibra International was rapped by the statutory watchdog following two inspections
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Kidney patient set to be discharged after surgery
A Carshalton kidney patient, who was given only six months to live, looks all set to be discharged from hospital this week following the success of his groundbreaking treatment. Kevin McKiernan, 39, father of five-year-old twins, is only the second person
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Primary care cash boost
Putney and Roehampton and East Merton and Furzedown Primary Care Groups are each to receive a £75,000 to lift staff levels. The funding is part of £15 million being spent across the UK and £236,000 will be spent in Merton, Sutton and Wandsworth. The funding
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Bottle attack on foreigner
A 21-year-old Norwegian woman visiting England ended up needing restorative surgery after another woman smashed a beer glass in her face. The attack happened in the ladies' toilets at Scruffy Murphy's, a late licensed pub in Sutton High Street, on Thursday
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Hunger striker released
A Surbiton man has ended his 10-day hunger strike against medication after securing his release from Tolworth Hospital. Malcolm Wilkes, 53, a schizophrenic, was this week told that he would be returning home on Monday and would no longer have to take
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The Italian job
Walthamstow Guardian: A SECURITY guard was shocked to find a lorry driver bound and gagged in his vehicle which had been robbed of 18,500 bottles of Italian wine on Friday morning. Ted Carrington was doing his rounds at 5.20am on the Leyton Village Industrial
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The secret of life - be born in Peckham
Two residents of a New Malden home are celebrating their centenaries just a month apart, 100 years after both were born in Peckham. Doris Turner turned 100 on Sunday, November 11, and co-resident of Hobkirk House in Blagdon Road, Maud Cook, will be receiving
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Residents fight to save pub from developers
Kingston Vale residents have launched a campaign to save their neighbourhoods last remaining pub from greedy developers. Use it or lose it is the message from Kingston Vale residents association which fears the Robin Hood could go the same way as its
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Sweet treats to celebrate festival of lights
Girls from the Gujarati school celebrating Diwali. Photopress.
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Voluntary Sitters all set for emotional handover
Voluntary Sitters say handing over the service they provided for more than 15 years to new contractors Prospect Housing Association (PHA) on Monday is like a bereavement'. Worries that the transition is going to be less than smooth will be heightened
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Anyone for a tricycle?
This unusual adult-size tricycle was found abandoned in a row of bushes in Sopwith Close, Kingston, by cycling campaigner Jon Fray. He saw some youths riding it and believes it could be stolen. Mr Fray, a member of the Kingston Cycling Campaign, is looking
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More bus woes
BUS company Arriva is to withdraw the troubled 392 service from Nazeing to Harlow after increasing complaints. The company has cited a "severe" staff shortage as the main reason for the withdrawal, which takes place on Friday, December 21. Marketing manager
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Stress relief for carers
Dedicated carers of adults with learning disabilities will be given much needed time off under council plans to use relief carers. Wandsworth Council set out proposals last week for a £70,000 pilot scheme employing local voluntary groups to support relatives
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Doubts posted
The Putney Society and MP Tony Colman have vowed to keep a close eye on standards at the town's new-look post office. Putney's main branch post office closed last week and has become a franchised post office cum mini market despite a bitter campaign by
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Young thespians
Wandsworth-based theatre company Bigfoot is introducing film workshops to a new programme for children aged between 12 and 16, starting in January. Each group will devise a short film, documentary or sketch, which will be shown at the end of the 10-week
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Restaurant blaze
Neighbours of a Tooting restaurant had to be evacuated after cooking oil caught alight last Wednesday at 2.15pm. Flames spread to the roof of the Upper Tooting Road restaurant after staff threw water onto the oil fire. Fire crews were called and no-one
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Licensees claim extra New Year's drinking hours are 'unprofitable'
Pubs in Wandsworth can stay open all night on New Year's Eve after a decision by a committee of MPs to relax licensing laws. All licensees can choose to stay open for a 36-hour period from 11am on New Year's Eve, but few look like they will be taking
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New boss to improve environmental service
Kingston Councils floundering environmental services department could be rescued by the arrival of a new boss to keep control of its wayward contractors. It is hoped that newly appointed director of environmental services, Davendra Saksena, 51, will be
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Care staff ready for council battle
Social services staff were due to protest outside the Wandsworth Town Hall last night (Wednesday) before councillors discussed partly privatising home help work. Wandsworth wants to give most new work to private companies. It says their work will be closely
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Model train fans steam to annual display
Model railway enthusiasts were out in force last weekend for the 11th annual Tolworth Showtrain Model Railway exhibition at the Tolworth Recreation Centre in Fullers Way North. Organised by the Hampton Court Model Railway Society, the exhibition offered
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Volunteers provide vital medical support in Oman
Five army volunteers from Surbiton have just returned from Oman where they provided medical support during the British forces biggest military operation since the Gulf War. The 256-Field Hospital volunteers of the Territorial Army (TA) Centre in Portsmouth
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Club together for charity
BBC Children in Need 2001 is a brilliant charity that's close to our hearts. We're looking forward to helping raise lots of money for the second year running through the release of our new single Have You Ever - and we're hoping that you'll be able to
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Viewpoint is well trodden path
I would like to thank Stephen Smith for his letter (WBN, November 2) explaining why our taxi driving friend Mike Squires is so anxious to get cyclists off the roads and on to share what little pavements and paths we pedestrians have left to us - hence
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Hundreds pay their respects
Hundreds of people from all over Kingston and Richmond poured into the streets surrounding the boroughs war memorials to observe the annual two-minute silence on Sunday. Leader of Kingston Council, Councillor Kevin Davis, was joined by top police officers
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Postal service is second-class
I note with a wry smile Post Office assurances that Putney Post Office will hardly be affected when extra merchandise' is sold there. Over the years, along with other Southfields' residents, I have got used to squeezing my way past shelves of groceries
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Foxy solution to problem
I refer to the letters regarding the fox nuisance published during October. The Fox Project, The Old Chapel, Bradford Street, Tonbridge Kent TN9 1AW operates a scheme called fox deterrence which will, I think, solve their fox problem if the two women
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'Urban hunts' an option?
On the subject of the menace of foxes, I can only say the problem in and around the Tooting Graveney area is awful. Every weekend they throw a party, gorging on the rubbish people leave out too early and fighting and squealing into the small hours. The
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Developing future leaders
Putney Park School, an independent educational establishment, located in four attractive Edwardian villas in leafy Woodborough Road, exudes a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere as soon as one steps over the threshold. An assembly on the theme of Remembrance
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Best win yet for super Banstead
Berkhamsted Town 2 Banstead Athletic 3 Banstead Athletic got their best result of the season at Broadwater on Tuesday night. New signing Wesley O'Connor made an impressive debut in midfield, where James Greenaway and Graham Knight were also in good form
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Safety audit highlights danger of bridge crash
Urgent work is needed on Kingstons bridges to stop vehicles plummeting onto railway lines below, a safety audit has shown. In light of the Selby rail disaster earlier this year, which left at least 10 people dead and 70 injured, all the bridges in the
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Trust star customers
Elda Sands and Vivien Williams, volunteers from the Shooting Star Trust, joined Bentalls staff to launch this years Bentalls Christmas charity appeal. Funds raised from the sale of the charitys Father Christmas badges will go towards the Hampton childrens
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Ability to work positively earns employers award
Kingston Primary Care Trusts commitment to employing disabled people was officially recognised with the presentation of the Disability Symbol Award last Friday, November 9. The symbol is a nationally recognised award which helps organisations inform the
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Lock gets vital breakthrough
Carshalton Athletic 1 Northwood 1 Carshalton had to work hard to get a point against hard-working Northwood on Saturday. Northwood had the first chance in the 15th minute when Stuart Searle dived low to his left to save from Ryan Ashe while at the other
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Looking Back...
... 100 years ago A dishonest barman John Jones, 18, was charged with stealing a marked shilling and two packets of cigarettes belonging to his master Mr W. T Laws of the Bedford Hotel, Balham. The money was passed over the counter at a time when the
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Volunteering saved my life
SIX years ago, Anthony Kralik didn't have much to be cheerful about.o His fiance had no job and nothing to do. He has Friedreich's Ataxia, a disease that damages the nervous system. "It had messed up my education so I thought I wasn't qualified to do
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Sutton placed for promotion
Sutton & Epsom manager Willie Moore believes his side are more than capable of promotion to National League Division Three this season. The team are well placed in London Division One, just three points behind leaders Havant, and travel to third-placed
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Peaceful perspectives
A timely talk on Buddhism and peace will be held at Putney Library on Wednesday, November 21. The vice general director of Buddhist Society for the Creation of Value (SGI UK) will give the talk entitled Peace and Me A Buddhist Perspective on Creating
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Playwright bears soul
A playwright is having his fourth play staged in Battersea. Kieron Barry's Signs of a Struggle is at The Grace Theatre, The Latchmere, 503 Battersea Park Road, until Saturday, November 24. The story explores the cloudier corners of the human soul. For
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Superb seating
Balham Rotary Club has donated its ornate President's Chair to Wandsworth Museum to give visitors a taste of what a Victorian judge's chair would have been like. The museum is housed in the old Surrey County Courthouse building and youngsters have already
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Have your say
Merton, Sutton and Wandsworth (MSW) Health Authority is holding a meeting tonight (Thursday) to consider consultation responses to the establishment of a single Wandsworth Primary Care Trust (PCT). The meeting is at 5pm, in committee room B, The Wilson
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Darcey's dental dance
The newly refurbished Southfields Dental Centre was officially opened last week by Darcey Bussell, principal ballerina with the Royal Ballet. Ms Bussell a patient at the surgery cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony which was attended by representatives
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Iron Maiden set to light up Christmas
A Battersea pub has promised to rival the Regent Street Christmas light ceremony with its own festive light and firework extravaganza featuring Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson. The rocker, whose band is known for classics such as Bring Your Daughter
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Shirley holds secrets to WW2 sweethearts
Residents in Shirley could be unwittingly harbouring information about a secret marriage between a local girl and a Canadian soldier during the Second World War. The American daughter of soldier John Joseph Graham is searching for her long-lost half-sister
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Horror attack not on CCTV
Only one of four CCTV cameras which may have provided clues in the hunt for a knifeman who stabbed a shopper in Roehampton was working at the time of the attack. The Guardian can reveal the council-maintained cameras have not been working for a year and
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Colourful festivities
The Bina Banqueting Hall in Tooting Bec was the setting for the South London Sarbajanin Durga Puja, celebrated from October 22 to 26. Members of the group (pictured left) celebrated with Wandsworth's Mayor Councillor Ron Smith, other councillors and Rotarians
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Attorney General heaps praise on law centre
The work carried out by Wandsworth and Merton Law Centre, in Tooting, has been praised by the Attorney General, Lord Goldsmith. In a speech to the annual meeting, Lord Goldsmith commended the centre's success rates in housing, immigration, benefit appeals
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Balham book bizarre
The Battersea and Tooting branch of Amnesty International is holding its annual book sale in Balham this Saturday. The sale of old and new books will take place in the hall at Balham Baptist Church, in Ramsden Road, opposite Safeway, between 10.30am and
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Fair to aid animal welfare
The Putney RSPCA animal hospital is holding its Christmas fair on November 25, with proceeds going to the treatment of sick and injured animals. The fair will have Christmas cards and calendars on sale, as well as bric-a-brac, pet food, toys and books
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Wandsworth in Bloom winners cruise to awards
Wandsworth in Bloom winners took to the water for a hallowe'en cruise, during which they received their prizes from Wandsworth Mayor Councillor Ron Smith. Adults and children shared the honours in nine different categories. Leanne Furtado won second prize
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Worthy of a bob or two
Can't wait to see the new Harry Potter? Then get on down to the Arndale Centre today (Friday) where not only will visitors get to catch a glimpse of J K Rowling's wizard hero but also the likes of Bob the Builder, Noddy and the Teletubbies. Staff from
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Remembering heroes of war
Ex-servicemen and women in Putney honoured those who lost their lives for their country in a Remembrance Day parade through the town centre last Sunday. The parade, which included residents, dignitaries, scout groups and members of the TA transport division
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Men's hockey: Rivals emerge to play derby game
Local rivals Surbiton and Teddington meet in a derby game at Chiswick this Sunday, after two weeks without a top-level fixture, writes Sean Cotter. Because of the Champions Trophy in Rotterdam, there have been no National League Premier Division fixtures
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Outrage as medicine ruling condemns millions to death
Fury over generic drugs allowed to treat the killer disease Anthrax but denied to third world countries has prompted residents in Wandsworth to protest and Putney MP Tony Colman to back calls for action. Amita Aria, 34, of Upper Richmond Road, Putney
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Another Major win
Ian Johnson from Kingston-based Stragglers finished third in the Ronhill-Lara Classic 10k race at Oxshott in a time of 32 minutes 41 seconds. He was beaten only by Stuart Major of South London Harriers in 31:39 and Rich Sipway of Woodstock Harriers in
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As the stars that shall be bright when we are dust
Servicemen and women who laid down their lives for their country were honoured in memorial services across Wandsworth on Remembrance Day on Sunday. Former service personnel, local dignitaries and members of the public joined thousands throughout the country
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Grass roots cash boost
Athletics officials in Surrey are celebrating gaining around £5,000 in an Awards for All' grant which will enable them to boost Sports Hall Athletics and, at the other end of the age scale, subsidise candidates attending coaching courses, writes Tom Pollack
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Gold for Garrity
Local fencers were out in force for the Welsh Open one of the most difficult fencing tournaments of the annual calendar, writes Arnold Peyton. Some of Britain's top fencers and competitors from France, Germany, New Zealand, Poland and the United States
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New homes for elderly
Wandsworth is selling off an old people's home and neighbouring sheltered housing to a company that will then build new homes for elderly people. Wandsworth Council's executive is expected to agree to sell off the site of former sheltered housing in Arabella
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Parents face legal action
Eight children are still without secondary school places 11 weeks into the autumn term and council lawyers are now preparing to take legal action against their parents. The school places crisis described as the worst in Sutton for 15 years by MP Paul
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Mum's heartbreak as son's grave is attacked
A grieving family from Battersea devastated by the death of one of their five-month-old twin sons was horrified to discover floral tributes had been vandalised the day after the funeral. Julia Sullivan, 27, and her partner Barry Morgan, 38, visited Lambeth
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Mental rehab project sparks security fears
Plans to re-house young people with mental health problems in a Tooting street have sparked safety fears among residents. More than 70 people turned up for a meeting with the Pathway Housing Association after homes in Bickersteth Road were leafleted about
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Man held over US attacks
Police arrested a man on terrorism charges relating to the attacks in the United States on September 11 during a raid on an address in Tooting on Wednesday morning. Following an investigation carried out at the request of the FBI, officers from the Met's
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Brutal rapist gets life
A depraved sex attacker has been jailed for life after pleading guilty to the brutal rape and imprisonment of a 29-year-old Battersea woman. Anthony Mark Burke changed his plea as his trial began at Kingston Crown Court in the face of overwhelming DNA
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Editor's comment
THE hush-hush approach to the planned 24-hour-a-day opening of Enfield's parks can only leave one suspicious of the council's motives. The council wants to generate more income from its green spaces while at the same it has cut its leisure budget in recent
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Leisure bid in jeopardy despite £3.1m injection
Lottery chiefs agreed to inject £3.1 million into a new borough leisure centre last week, but could have jeopardised the project by delaying their decision by a month. Sport England's ruling body decided to fund the bulk of the almost £5 million facility
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Chill sets in for mum left without heating
A Sutton woman and her nine-month-old daughter have gone three months without heating in their flat and are facing a perilous winter without warmth, with no solution in sight. And to make matters worse, last week Courtney France, of Hulverston Close,
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Nurses get a foot in the door
Nurses and health workers struggling to get a foot on the property ladder are being invited to find out more about starter home initiatives at a roadshow next week. As much as £8 million has been allocated by the Housing Corporation to help 284 nurses
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Children fall for letter con
A chain letter promising the sender their name will appear in the Guinness Book of Records, has duped dozens, perhaps hundreds, of children in Wallington primary schools. But the letter, which urges children to forward it to six friends, was this week
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Holden joins Eagles' nest
* Crystal Palace Football Club have appointed Paul Holden MBE as their new Community Affairs Director. Fully qualified UEFA A license coach Holden, 43, has previously held FA appointments as Director of Coaching for the Kent F.A, Gibraltar F.A and the
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Goalie Clarke making a net profit for Palace
With Palace chairman Simon Jordan currently working to stop Steve Bruce's departure becoming a mass exodus at Selhurst Park, Bruce's only big-money signing, goalkeeper Matt Clarke, has confirmed his commitment to the club. The £1.35 million signing from
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Tony ready to face old mates
Its a big night tonight (Friday) for NEC Harlequins star Tony Diprose. The 29-year-old comes face-to-face with his old club Saracens at The Stoop. It will be an emotional night for Diprose to play against the club he joined straight from school as a 17
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Prize helps raise cash for our carers appeal
A Wallington bank clerk drove away from Sutton in a brand new Peugeot 206 this month after winning a competition organised by the Comet and the Times Square shopping centre. But 21-year-old Lisa Buckenham, of Gomshall Avenue, was not the only victor in
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Wake raided by armed officers
Armed police last week burst into the home of a grieving family who was holding a wake for a much-loved father in Brixton. The Roper family found itself confronted by police officers from three separate armed police divisions, who burst into the house
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Committed to the Eagles
As Crystal Palace chairman Simon Jordan went to the High Court this week to prevent Steve Bruce joining Birmingham, caretaker manager Steve Kember told the Guardian about the aftermath of Bruce's departure and his own commitment to Palace writes Joseph
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It's party time for 100 year old
For some, three parties might seem a little over the top, but for May Vincent there was plenty to celebrate. Turning 100 this week for the great-great-grandma not only meant a treasured letter from the Queen, but two parties at local day centres and another
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Clark's race to be fit for Toon Army clash
Fulham midfielder Lee Clark is desperate to shake off a knee injury in time to face his old club Newcastle on Saturday. Clark stayed in England to receive treatment on the medial ligament injury which has kept him out of the last two games while his team
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Brave Ayers unable to land crown
Tooting's Michael Ayers failed in his bid to become the IBO World Light-Welterweight champion last Saturday. He was comprehensively beaten over 12 bruising rounds by Argentine champion Pablo Sarmiento at Wembley Conference Centre. It was still a brave
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Youth loses court case over treatment at work
A Sutton teenager who took his employer to a tribunal over a wages row after claiming he was treated as a general dog's body, has lost his case. Ben Bartlett, 17, lost his court battle with boss Dave Collins, who owns construction company Hoveair in South
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Scoop your dog's poop
Offending dog mess in Oaks Park will be illuminated with spray paint to highlight a persistent problem in the area on, November 17. Sutton is a poop scoop borough' which means that people who fail to clean up their dog's mess will face a £25 spot fine
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Volunteering saved my life
SIX years ago, Anthony Kralik didn't have much to be cheerful about.o His fiance had no job and nothing to do. He has Friedreich's Ataxia, a disease that damages the nervous system. "It had messed up my education so I thought I wasn't qualified to do
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United need fresh faces
Sutton United manager John Rains will need to make major changes to his side if they are to push for honours in the future. That is the belief of United's defender Gwynne Berry a member of the club's 1998-99 Ryman League Premiership winning side who thinks
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Giles takes fourth spot
Ideal weather conditions last Sunday tempted a large field of nearly 400 runners including 19 members of Sutton Runners to Oxshott for the second race of the three race LARA 10K series. Martin Giles strengthened his claim for one of the top prizes by
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Record time for Fogarty
Collingwood member Terry Fogarty travelled to Greece to participate in the Athens Marathon, run over the traditional route. Fogarty struggled a little in the rainy conditions but was rewarded with a new personal best time of 3.35.09. Last weekend Collingwood
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A fitting tribute to war dead
Around 200 people attended this year's act of remembrance on Sunday at Cheam War Memorial and then packed into nearby St Dunstan's Church afterwards, for the service. Wreaths were laid at the memorial in front of Cheam Library by Sutton Mayor Councillor
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Barbie's parking fine is the talk of the town
Shoppers could not believe their eyes as Barbie emerged from her limousine on Saturday only to be lumbered with a parking ticket. The real life doll was paying Sutton a visit to celebrate the opening of the new toy shop in town, Toymaster Kingdom. She
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Sutton storm to win over title favourites
Sutton and Epsom 25 Norwich 10 Sutton and Epsom left league favourites Norwich reeling last Saturday, writes John Ashton. Despite being second in London One going into the match, Norwich had no answer to Sutton's speed and skill. This result moves Sutton
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United's progress is halted by late goal
Hampton 2 Sutton United 1 Sutton turned in an improved performance, but the result was the same at the Beveree on Saturday as their climb up the Ryman League table was halted, writes Tony Dolbear. United were extremely lucky in the 18th minute, Richard
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All aboard for easy shopping
The long awaited Park and Ride scheme for Christmas shoppers begins this weekend, promising the cheapest all-day parking in town. Free buses will run from the Brighton Road multi-storey car park and the UCI Cinema in St Nicholas Way. Driven by volunteers
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Getting in the festive spirit
Harry Potter, Fred Flintstone, Annie and Cinderella will be just some of the characters to parade down Sutton High Street to get the town in the festive mood. Pupils from Robin Hood Junior School and the Carshalton Cheerleaders will be among those taking
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Report got its bin figures all wrong
Your reporting on the refuse collection and wheelie bin issue indicates you do not understand the financial issues. The facts are it is actually costing more than the council had estimated to run the current refuse system. The chief executive's investigations
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Our children deserve better
What on earth is going on in our borough? There are three hundred tots on a waiting list for swimming lessons and the list is growing (Sutton Comet, October 26). With recent revelations refurbishment and repair bills at Cheam and Westcroft Leisure Centres
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In Brief
TOY COLLECTION: Staff at Travelcare in Orpington High Street have launched a collection of gifts and toys to fill a Santa's Suitcase to donate to Hayes Children's Ward at Farnborough Hospital. Anyone wishing to donate can take gifts to the shop, preferably
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Yobs attack teenager
YOUTHS armed with a knife left an Orpington boy bruised and with a broken nose. The 14-year-old was walking on Tugmutton Common to Starts Hill Road when he realised he was being followed. A youth, aged about 16, asked him for the time, then produced a
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No complaints about St helier
On October 24 I went into St Helier Hospital to have an operation. I stayed in for five days. The staff were warm and friendly and the food was a good average and always hot. Plus the radio station was a real pick me up, never failing to mention your
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Ramblers right to roam in dispute
RAMBLERS and landowners could be locking horns on plans to open up the countryside. As the Government takes the first steps on the path to providing a new framework for access to open land, ramblers look forward to "a complete right to roam". But farmers
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Ks ready for derby crunch
HEYBRIDGE SWIFTS 1 KINGSTONIAN 1 Its a big day for Kingstonian Football Club this Saturday when they entertain local rivals Hampton & Richmond Borough, writes Phil Windeatt. The club officially launches its new family and disabled sections sponsored
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Where is cinema organ?
A Times Past reader is hoping to rediscover this rare cinema organ (above). Peter Holst has hunted high and low for the 'Christie' organ used in the old Empire cinema in Edmonton. He found a similar organ in a museum in St Albans recently but is now appealing
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Tiffin crews win three events
Tiffin School won three events in the Kingston Small Boats Head, rowed over a course from Kingston Grammar School boathouse, at Thames Ditton, to Stevens Eyot, Kingston. In the morning division, the Senior 4 Coxed Four of Iain Gray, Russell Davies, Tim
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Ealing bomb blasts
SIX PEOPLE were arrested on Thursday (Nov 15) in connection with the car bomb that exploded in The Mall, Ealing in August. Armed police swooped on an address in north London at dawn and arrested five men who were taken to Paddington Green police station
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Nothing new in boundary changes
THE Boundary Commission is currently examining whether to change the boundaries within Enfield's three constituencies.o But the make-up of the borough has historically been a matter of debate. Straight after World War II the Labour Party took control
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Where is cinema organ?
A Times Past reader is hoping to rediscover this rare cinema organ (above). Peter Holst has hunted high and low for the 'Christie' organ used in the old Empire cinema in Edmonton. He found a similar organ in a museum in St Albans recently but is now appealing
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Saftey first for new fire chiefs
Sutton has got itself a new borough and station commander in the space of a month. Reporter Jenna Good went to meet the new fire officers who are no strangers to the borough. Sutton's new top fire chief is no stranger to battling the blaze after all he
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A big jump for Wallace Fields
The saying children should be seen and not heard is not the tune played at Wallace Fields Junior School as some of its pupils prepare for a Christmas carol concert at London's Victoria station. Every year children from the school, in Dorling Drive, Epsom
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Citizenship classes are a good idea
I READ with enthusiasm that at last David Blunkett is doing what should have been done years ago discuss the introduction of citizenship classes and language lessons for new immigrants. How many people even know that all applicants for British citizenship
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Quins discover their ruthless side
NEC Harlequins head coach John Kingston believes his team are starting to show the mental and physical toughness needed for success in the Zurich Premiership. Despite Friday nights 13-13 draw with Northampton Saints when Quins failed to hold onto a 13
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Teen beaten up
A TEENAGER has suffered serious head injuries after being coshed over the head during an altercation on Monday evening. The 19-year-old was involved in a fracas with a man in the car park of the Woodman pub, Bourne Hill, Palmers Green, at around 6.30pm
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Sobering penalties for street boozers
f=Clarion MT s=10 w=10 l=10.5STREET drinking is to be banned in Enfield town centres under new measures to clamp down on anti-social behaviour.o Enfield Council is one of the first local authorities in Britain to adopt new powers under the Criminal Justice
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Public inquiry over boundary changes
THE Boundary Commission held a public inquiry into proposed changes to the borough's three constituencies last Wednesday. Attended by around 70 residents and officials, mostly concerned with the future of Palmers Green, the cases for and against shuffling
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Police pilot plan
ENFIELD police are to introduce a new pilot scheme to deal with reported burglaries in an effort to ensure better use of resources. The introduction of the scheme, which will run from December 3 to 24, will introduce a telephone selection process to determine
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Tree planted in tribute to respected deputy head
A TREE has been planted in celebration of the life of Sedgehill Secondary School teacher Patrick Stack. Headteacher Ilir Phillips led the ceremony at the school in Sedgehill Road, Bellingham, with a moving tribute to her former deputy. She spoke of the
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Memorial restored
MEMBERS of the Middlesex Regiment Die Hards and Friends Club restored the Great War Memorial at Southgate's Bowes Road Primary School in time for Sunday's Day of Remembrance. The members, who are made up of ex-servicemen and war widows, clubbed together
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Canine slimmer not dogged by fat
s=10A FORMER flabby canine has been entered into the finals of a pet slimming competition after shedding more than half his body weight.o Four-year-old Star, from Arnos Grove, is one of nine pets who have reached the regional finals of Hill's Pet Slimmer
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Are parks safe in their hands?
PARK land in the borough is under threat of commercialisation in proposed changes to historic bye laws.o The Independent has discovered that Enfield Council is to submit a controversial application to the Home Office next year to change the ancient laws
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Dons get top marks from boss for effort
Wimbledon manager Terry Burton hopes to welcome back David Connolly and Kenny Cunningham for Saturdays First Division clash at struggling Barnsley. Connolly and Cunningham were missing for last Friday nights 1-1 draw with Sheffield United at Selhurst
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Sports shorts: Hockey
Wimbledon maintained their push for promotion from Division One with a narrow victory over Woking. Vicky Browne scored the only goal of the game from a 28th minute penalty corner to keep the Dons one point clear of Trojans at the top.
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Sports shorts: Rugby Union
Old Rutlishians stormed to a 74-7 win at Old Walcountians in Surrey One on Saturday. Ruts never looked back from the first minute when Graham Blenman touched down in the corner.
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Sports shorts: football
A glorious 87th minute goal from Kevin Richards gave Old Rutlishians a 4-3 win in their League Cup tie at Notvry Athletic. Midfielder Jeremy Capper was forced to go in goal after Keith Bird was injured in the first half but he managed to save a penalty
