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More pupils bunked off school this year
The number of school pupils playing truant in Bromley is on the rise, despite the threat of prosecution hanging over parents whose children are caught bunking off. In the last school year 250 pupils were picked up by 23 truancy patrols as overall attendance
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Primary education gets grants for improvement
PRIMARY education in Bexley borough is set to benefit from new government grants. The Department for Education and Skills (DfES) has issued the grants to London primary schools to improve literacy and numeracy. Bexley will receive about £777,244 out of
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Posties work from the break of dawn for well-timed delivery
With the Royal Mail being criticised left, right and centre for its poor delivery and the threat of 30,000 redundancies hanging over its workforce, News Shopper reporter ED HADFIELD spent a day as a postman to see what it is really like at the post office
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Greenwich & Lewisham Handy Numbers
AIDS/HIV: The Positive Place, Deptford 020 8694 9988. ALCOHOL ABUSE: Alcoholics Anonymous 0345 697555. Al-Anon 020 7403 0888 (for family and friends of alcoholics). Council on Alcohol and Drugs. 020 8316 5958 (24hr answerphone). Drop-in Tues 2pm to 3.30pm
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Postal workers' future unsure
West London: Unions have warned that the jobs of 500 west London postal workers could be axed as Consignia prepares to cut 30,000 members of staff. Representatives from the Communication Workers' Union (CWU) have predicted that more than 500 workers from
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Complaints force council to go back to the drawing board over recycling
A recycling scheme has been put on hold while complaints from neighbours and wrangles over land ownership rumble on. The row broke out after Wandsworth Council announced it was to install recycling bins in Putney Hill. However, before the project got
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New Year arts-fest
Residents are in for a treat thanks to an unusual festival to celebrate the new year which starts four days before this one finishes! Europe's only First Night festival returns to south east London from December 28 to 31 with a community celebration of
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GREENHITHE WOMEN'S INSTITUTE
The speaker at our July meeting was Mr Bob Ogley, the subject being "Spirit of Invicta" An interesting talk abut the history of the banding of Invicta - the badge of Kent. We have had some very pleasant events this month including trips to the Kent Show
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Francis blows top at first-half show
A half-time "verbal" from Trevor Francis failed to prevent Crystal Palace from losing 1-0 to in-form Watford at Vicarage Road on Saturday. The Eagles put in a dire first- half performance and Francis was not a happy man. He said: "For the first time since
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Reynolds vents fury
welling United boss Tony Reynolds described his side's 3-1 home defeat to Worcester City on Saturday as the "worst performance" of the season. And he urged his players to repeat the passion they showed against Reading in the FA Cup and get the team out
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Dhami is offered £5000 for belt
Deposed British Welterwight champ-ion Harry Dhami has been offered a staggering £50,000 to win the Lonsdale belt ..... and then sell it to a multi- million pound Asian businessman! This remarkable offer comes four weeks after Dhami, the first-ever British-born
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Destined for a great night
Stuart Lloyd reviews Spear Of Destiny, Splinters and Bent Echo at the White Horse, High Wycombe A GOOD night at High Wycombe's White horse will always be one with a bit of variety. Saturday saw just that with a good mix of local talent, an up and coming
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Protect your mobile with UV marking
Mobile phone owners can make talking on the move safer this Christmas with a free security service by police. Police stations across London are giving phone owners the chance to get their phones marked, so they can be identified if stolen. Officers are
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Dump your old junk yourself
I wonder how many Lewisham residents realise the council is no longer collecting unwanted items. Upon telephoning to ask if it would collect an old television, I was told the service was no longer available as the new refuse dump was open and free. When
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Think twice about buying fur
Your article, Just How Fur Will They Really Go?, sparked a good opportunity to raise awareness of the use of animal fur in toys, teddies and fur trimmings. Although Nauticalia claim their cats' are made of rabbit fur, most people will be shocked to know
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PLAYERS WANTED
l Holmesdale Ladies FC, aged 15 plus for SE League on Sunday afternoons. Training Weds on Bromley Common. Beckie 0794 1856234 l Charlton Rangers U15s, couple of players for Bexley A League side. Training at Coldharbour Sports Centre, Mottingham. John
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Club turns it on for Booth
Blackheath found the form they have been threatening all season when they trounced Old Patesians 46-14 at The Rectory Field on Saturday. This was captain Toby Booth's last game in charge and Club were determined to make it a game he would remember. The
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You can't beat best of English!
ONE of English Taekwondo Schools' star pupils was in top form at the West Midlands Championships held in the Cheltenham Leisure Centre, which attracted more than 400 competitors. Kylie Johncock, from Catford, won a gold medal in the black-belt sparring
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Becks beats Blackheath
Beckenham carried on the annual tradition of beating Blackheath 24-18 in their back yard with a performance high on passion and commitment in the Kent Cup. Try-scorers were Matt Hutchings, Tony Kerr, while Brad Ellsworthy scored three penalties. On Saturday
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Into sixth round
Bromley advanced to the sixth round of the RFU Junior Knockout Cup when they travelled to Eastern Counties side Westcliffe-on-Sea on Saturday and triumphed 35-10. Tries were scored by Julian Ramsay, Paddy Millar (twice), Glen Swift and Neil Wardingly.
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Park unable to last
WESTCOMBE PARK lost 32-16 at home to Launceston in National League 3 South on Saturday. It was the second week running that they leaked a hatful of points in the last 10 minutes. Ben Smith got a try, while Derek Coates kicked three penalties. Meanwhile
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Trev's verbal can't save it
A half-time "verbal" from Trevor Francis failed to prevent Crystal Palace from losing 1-0 to in-form Watford at Vicarage Road on Saturday. The Eagles put in a dire first-half performance and Francis was not a happy man, saying: "For the first time since
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Wendover put on an ace show
Wendover Tennis Club held another of its popular 13 and under junior tournmants with teams from Gravesend, New Ash Green, Shooters Hill and the host club competing. Each team had four players and after an exciting series of games, Wendover defeated Shooters
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Rugby club gets grand cash boost
MEMBERS of Beccehamians RFC womens, mini and junior sections were celebrating after receiving a grant for £5,000 from the National Lottery's Awards for All programme. The grant is mainly being used to provide extra changing and shower facilities for the
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Bad week at office
Bromley's recent mini revivial which had seen them lose just once in nine matches, hit the buffers during the last week when they were dumped out of the Ryman Cup by lower division opposition in addition to losing another league match both at home. Last
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Dynamic duo have found a silver lining in Poland
BROMLEY Valley Gymnastic Club's Andrew Price and Reece Durbidge were both in superb form in the sports acrobatics men's pairs at an international competition. Andrew, who is 12 and lives in Bromley, and 13-year-old Reece from Gravesend, won silver medals
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Crunch time for Fleet
Gravesend boss Andy Ford has no fears about Fleet's tough Christmas run-in, which sees them play five of their next six games away from home. Their crucial 17-day Ryman Premier League spell starts this Saturday when they play at Boreham Wood and culminates
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Lee is the Deres hero
Erith & Belvedere secured their first victory in last five games, when they won 2-1 at Bashley to move up to fifth place in the Dr Martens Eastern Division table. It was a hard-earned victory against a side which is anxious to move out of the
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Sarah-Louise given award
Sarah-Louise Casey was presented with a special prize when she attended the London Borough of Bromley 2001 Excellence in Sport Awards presentation, held at the Pavilion Leisure Centre. The awards was in recognition of young sporting personalities who
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Stoddart pedals off with cycling trophy
Fashion designer Jeff Banks brought a touch of glamour when he attended Catford Cycling Club's Annual Prize Presentation and Dinner/Dance. Banks was a racing member of the club in the 1960s and although he has since moved away from the area, has retained
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Police clampdown on drink driving
Police across the region are clamping down on drink driving offences. Here is a selection of stories from across the region: Kent: Police plan clamp on drink driving Kent Police has launched its Christmas campaign to clamp down on drink driving. Officers
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Health authorities to merge
The go-ahead has been given for the merger of North Essex and South Essex health authorities to create a new Essex Health Authority. The new organisation is one of 28 new health authorities across England and Wales announced by Health Minister John Hutton
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Gym for mobile computer learning
A new centre has been opened to help people learn about computers. The Computer Gym mobile learning centre is fully equipped with the latest software and hardware to help people in pockets of the borough where there is no permanent IT facility Already
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Players wanted
l Darenth Rangers FC U13s, midfielders for Bexley B Division side. Chris 01474 707153. l Owls FC U12s, all positions for Gravesend-based side. Ian 01322 229130. l St Vincents Vikings U14s girls team needs a goalie. 01322 2877364. l Bexleyheath Cricket
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VALLEY VIEW
SCHOOL DAY: More school-children will attend Saturday's game against Blackburn than fans of the visitors, according to ticket sales figures. While Blackburn have taken only 1,100 of their 3,000 ticket allocation, the Addicks have distrib-uted almost 2,000
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Windfall will help disabled people
A PROJECT to bring more footballing opportunities to disabled players was given a £96,000 boost last week when Charlton's new disabled programme was launched at the club's Sparrows Lane training ground. From the New Year, Charlton's community scheme will
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Charlton make a point
IT might not have been pretty, but that won't bother manager Alan Curbishley when he watches the video of Saturday's goal-less draw against Bolton Wanderers that stretched the Addicks recent run of unbeaten games to four. Charlton's fine form around Christmas
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DARTFORD'S FIXTURES
Saturday, December 22 v Rothwell Town (away) Wednesday, December 26 v Fisher Athletic (home) Saturday, December 29 v Bashley (home) Tuesday, January 1 v Chatham (away) Saturday, January 5 v Histon (home) Enquiries: 01322 864038 December 20, 2001 12:30
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Sampson gets job
Tony Samspon was appointed the new manager of Dartford Football Club last week following the depature of Gary Julians. Sampson is no stranger to Darts' fan, having played 225 games for the club before he went into football management with Herne Bay. His
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Darts face a crucial period
Tommy Sampson's first game in charge of the Darts ended in a 2-1 defeat at Lincolnsire side Stamford on Saturday. While he would have been encouraged by some aspects of the team's play, he would not be happy with a result which leaves the side precariously
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Tough conditions for the Harriers
THE last of this year's Parkwood Cross Country League fixtures took place last Sunday with heavy, wet underfoot conditions over the University of Kent course in Canterbury. Regulars such as Robert Bradbury, Stephen Munn, David Heeley and Michael Valentine
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Dhami is offered £50,000 for belt
Deposed British Welterwight champ-ion Harry Dhami has been offered a staggering £50,000 to win the Lonsdale belt ..... and then sell it to a multi- million pound Asian businessman! This remarkable offer comes four weeks after Dhami, the first-ever British-born
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Young volunteers eligible for award for rewarding work
This week we feature the next six nominees for the Millennium Volunteers Awards, youngsters who have made outstanding contributions to local organisations. The MV Awards have been up and running since June and aim to recognise the hard work undertaken
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Seeking some answers
Reader John Goose is seeking some answers to do with the bombing of Mullards factory in Hackbridge. Mr Goose who lives in Victoria Avenue, Wallington, writes: "I wonder if any of your readers can help me. I was born in 1942 and lived in Reynolds Close
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Seeboard's safety hints
Energy company Seeboard is warning Sutton residents to take special care with Christmas tree lights and electrical gifts during the festive season. Safety manager Chris Beer said: "We want all our customers to enjoy a safe and happy Christmas. As a precaution
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Successful firm celebrates 25 years in the business
A well-known local firm which provides structural engineering services celebrated 25 years of business this month. David Goodwin-LFP Ltd started practising in 1976 and has become a household name to home owners, surveyors, architects and builders in the
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Greetings to new tenants
A 10-year-old girl from Gravesham has designed a greeting card for new council tenants in the borough. Emily Johnson's "Welcome to your Home" card was picked from 40 entries. Her design has a house with the sun shining and a pet dog. She won a Sony playstation
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Overcoming vandals' graffiti
Over the past few months, the Guardian has been flooded with letters from the borough's residents complaining of a common problem the scourge of graffiti. This week, in our series of features investigating something which has sparked so much debate in
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Many thanks to hospital staff
I would like to say a big thank you to the ambulance crew who arrived in just a few minutes and who were very helpful to my daughter. She had some post operative problems. Also the A&E department of Kingston Hospital. She saw the doctor in just
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Labour party far from spectacular
In reply to Bodipala Wijeyesingh's letter of November 29, Labour has provided a valuable contribution. Clearly, this avid letter writer does not realise that the five Labour councillors, including their leader Charlie Mansell, has supported the Liberal
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Care staff face £2k pay cut
Up to 100 staff at private care homes in Wandsworth face a miserable Christmas after being told they could each be dealt a £2,000 pay cut. Employees of Odyssey Care Solutions, which provides housing and support for adults with learning difficulties across
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Historic mansion to get new lease of life
Plans are afoot to bring a new lease of life to the historic Norwood Grove mansion and grounds maximising their potential as a major heritage and environmental asset for the borough. Owned by Croydon Council,, the eighteenth century mansion is a grade
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Alex has designs on career in art
Eighteen-year-old Alexander Graham may have found his vocation in life now that his artwork has been chosen to front Croydon College's Christmas cards. Alexander's winning design will be sent out in the next few weeks and is available as an e-card on
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Housing officer jailed over indecent assault
An asylum seeker housing officer in charge of checking claimants' stories in Croydon has been jailed for two years for indecently assaulting one of his clients. Israel Nwagagbo was found guilty of indecently assaulting the 40-year-old women on November
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Brave Harry honoured by family and friends
The parents of brave seven-year-old Harry Jones, who lost his fight against cancer on Monday, December 10, have paid tribute to their son. Harry was diagnosed with a diffuse brainstem glioma on June 15, which affects children between the ages of five
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Swim off that festive excess all for charity
WHY NOT get rid of that Christmas paunch and start the new year with good intentions by training for a charity Swimathon? White Oak Leisure Centre, in Swanley's Hilda May Avenue, is providing training lanes and will be one of 525 centres running the event
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Police plan clamp on drink driving
KENT Police has launched its Christmas campaign to clamp down on drink driving. Officers saw an increase in motorists driving while over the limit at the beginning of December. In the first two weeks, 18 people were charged with drink driving about a
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Exhibition by appointment
AN ART group is displaying its latest exhibition at a Woolwich art gallery. The Woolwich Arts Group is staging its exhibition at the Stephen Lawrence Gallery at the University of Greenwich's Woolwich Campus in Wellington Street. The exhibition, which
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Killer gets life in jail
A GUNMAN, believed to be behind a string of gangland killings, has been jailed for life at the Old Bailey. Tayo James, aged 27, of Sidcup Road, Eltham, was found guilty of murdering Frank Long, and sentenced on December 17. Mr Long was shot twice in the
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Jessie says thanks generous readers
NOW Christmas is getting nearer, may I write to the lady who donated money to me for a new wheelchair so I am able to go out. I had waited so long for one from the National Trust, or whatever they call it these days. I thank the kind lady from the bottom
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Admitting flops is long overdue
AS a teacher, parent and resident of Eltham, I wasn't surprised to see the Labour leader of the council admitting the authority has failed over education. But I think the confession is overdue. Parents in this borough have known for a long time the council
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Repair to roads not enough
I WAS pleased to see Lewisham Council will be repairing several roads in the borough, including some in my ward of Downham. I have been telling them for some time priority must be given to that task. However, some of the roads being repaired in Downham
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Praising hospital's prompt reaction
EVERY week I look forward to receiving the News Shopper. But every week it saddens me to read dreadful stories of the horror which happens at Lewisham Hospital. Let me relate my experience. My 10-year-old daughter felt unwell on a Sunday morning during
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If the rabbit is dead, use its fur
With regards to your article featuring the new craze in ornamental cats using rabbit fur on December 12. While I find the idea of animal cruelty abhorrent, I feel grotesque comments made by an animal rights spokeswoman suggesting live rabbit skinning
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More bins for dog poo, please
In response to A Shepherd's letter, in November 28 issue, regarding irresponsible dog owners, and the mess they leave behind, I am in complete agreement, as I responsibly clear up after my own dog and watch others studiously ignoring theirs. However,
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A million-pound Green Belt problem
ABOUT the matter of Bromley Council spending £1m to move three holes on a golf course to accommodate a school on the Magpie Hall Lane green belt site, this should be a reminder that a new school could be situated outside the green belt at Goddington Meadow
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All the highs and lows of 2001
It featured many ups and downs, tragedies and some good news for the borough. Reporter CHRIS STEEL looks back ... JANUARY Children and teachers were left stunned at the death of teacher Patrick Stack, MBE. The father of four, who taught at Sedghill Secondary
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MP's Christmas card design
A CHRISTMAS card design by ten-year-old Sam Quill, a pupil at Theydon Bois Primary School, features on Epping Forest MP Eleanor Laing's Christmas card this year. Mrs Laing invited pupils at all primary schools in the constituency to enter designs for
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Don't forget your empties
PEOPLE are being encouraged to take glass jars to bottle banks as part of a nation-wide recycling campaign.o It is estimated that almost 5.5 million jars of mincemeat, 12 million jars of pickles and 6.5 million jars of cranberry sauce will be consumed
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Dance drama
AN INDIAN dance workshop had Deptford schoolchildren mesmerised as they learnt about racial harmony. The Kathakali group visited Hughesfield School for an afternoon, and showed off its skills before letting the children have a go too. The traditional
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Exhibition by appointment
AN ART group is displaying its latest exhibition at a Woolwich art gallery. The Woolwich Arts Group is staging its exhibition at the Stephen Lawrence Gallery at the University of Greenwich's Woolwich Campus in Wellington Street. The exhibition, which
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Slovenian president visits
THE Slovenian president Milan KuCan visited Greenwich borough as part of a state visit earlier this month. Greenwich has been twinned with Maribou, in Slovenia, since 1967. During the visit the president was accompanied by his wife, Stefka, and ministers
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Killer gets life in jail
A GUNMAN, believed to be behind a string of gangland killings, has been jailed for life at the Old Bailey. Tayo James, aged 27, of Sidcup Road, Eltham, was found guilty of murdering Frank Long, and sentenced on December 17. Mr Long was shot twice in the
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Health authorities to merge
THE go-ahead has been given for the merger of North Essex and South Essex health authorities to create a new Essex Health Authority. The new organisation is one of 28 new health authorities across England and Wales announced by Health Minister John Hutton
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'You live and die by your results'
Joe Kinnear steers well clear of fatty food these days and he never touches a drop of his beloved Guinness. IAN LLOYD spoke to the Spurs legend and former Wimbledon manager about the heart attack which changed his life. If you see Joe Kinnear drinking
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Church welcomes bequest
A LONG-planned vestry development project at St Mary's Church, Theydon Bois, has come a step nearer thanks to a £110,000 bequest.o The late Joan Irons, of Baldocks Road, gifted the money to the church following her death last March, after being a regular
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Young Reviewer winner
Earlier this month, the News Shopper asked its younger readers if they wanted to be a theatre reviewer for a night and many did. This week the winners of our competition tell us what they thought about the seven biggest pantos in the area this year and
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Young Reviewer winner
Earlier this month, the News Shopper asked its younger readers if they wanted to be a theatre reviewer for a night and many did. This week the winners of our competition tell us what they thought about the seven biggest pantos in the area this year and
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Parenting hints by Chalke
BROMLEY parents are invited to attend an evening with TV parenting expert Steve Chalke on January 17. Mr Chalke will provide helpful hints on the teenagers at West Wickham and Shirley Baptist Church, Wickham Road, from 7.45pm. He has recently founded
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Help police solve case
POLICE are appealling for witnesses to the robbery of a pensioner in St Mary Cray. The 61-year-old woman, who got off a train at St Mary Cray station, was walking down steps leading to Sidmouth Road when she passed two men and felt a blow to her back.
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'You live and die by your results'
Joe Kinnear steers well clear of fatty food these days and he never touches a drop of his beloved Guinness. IAN LLOYD spoke to the Spurs legend and former Wimbledon manager about the heart attack which changed his life. If you see Joe Kinnear drinking
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Panto - Wimbledon
The Night Before Christmas. A perfect alternative to pantos. Suitable for children aged six and over. Until February 2. Tickets priced at 5.50 to 12.50. The Elves And The Shoemaker. A classic fairy tale about two elderly shoemakers. Until February 9.
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Panto - Epsom
Jack And His Magical Beanstalk: Starring Rick Bowers. On until January 12. Epsom Playhouse, Ashley Avenue, Epsom, Surrey. 01372 742555. December 20, 2001 21:00
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The evolution revolution
Naturalist Charles Darwin sparked an awakening with his Origin of Species. But he also had strong links with Kent. LUCYA SZACHNOWSKI takes a look at his history in the village of Downe ... IN 1842, the naturalist Charles Darwin decided he needed a family
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Exhibitions
BLACKLIGHT ART EXHIBITION AT WANDSWORTH MUSEUM: By the South London Arts Collective at Wandsworth Museum Community Gallery, until January 6. Entry is free. For more information 020 8871 7074. GALLERY OF MODERN ART CHRISTMAS SHOW: Featuring work by well
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Sport
TAI CHI AND CHI KUNG CLASSES: For health, rejuvenation and relaxation at Earlsfield Library, Magdalen Road. Thursday 8.30pm to 9.45pm, 6.50. Friday 9.30am to 11am, 5. Diana Wackerbarth on 020 8870 1850. KODOKAN AIKIDO CLUB: Meets Tuesdays at Wandle Recreation
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Children
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. 020 8767 6944. BALLET CLASSES: Flagmount School of Ballet, Wilditch Community Centre, 48 Culvert
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Music
SOUTH LONDON CONCERT BAND: Rehearsals for woodwind, brass and percussion players at St Paul's Church in Furzedown on Tuesday evenings. 020 8769 6760. COURT SESSIONS AUTUMN PROGRAMME: Christmas party with the Bluegrass Experience. December 14. St Boniface
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Theatre
MEAT AND TWO VEG AT THE BAC: Surreal comedy based on Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. December 11 to 22 and January 2 to 6. 8.30pm, tickets 8.75. the box office on 020 7223 2223. THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS: Putney Theatre Company and Group Sixty Four Youth Theatre
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Miscellaneous
DANCE CLASSES: Sunnyhill Primary School, Sunnyhill Road. Hip hop, street dance and ragga. Saturdays. SUTTON CAMERA CLUB: Weekly meetings, Thursday evenings 8pm, The Thomas Wall Centre, Benhill Avenue, Sutton, Room 3. 020 8715 3794. SURREY WINE AND FOOD
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Exhibitions
KINGSMEAD GALLERY: Church Road, Great Bookham. 01372 458481. CLAPHAM ART GALLERY: 61 Venn Street, Clapham Common. 020 7720 0955. DULWICH PICTURE GALLERY: Gallery Road, SE21. The Golden Age of Watercolours: The Hickman Bacon Collection. Until January 6.020
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Theatre
DORKING HALLS: Reigate Road, Dorking. 01306 881717. ADRIAN MANN THEATRE: NESCOT, Reigate Road, Ewell. 01372 812 972. NEW VICTORIA THEATRE: The Ambassadors Peacocks Centre, Woking. 01483 761144. CHURCHILL THEATRE: Bromley. 020 8460 6677. OVAL HOUSE THEATRE
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Comedy
JONGLEURS: 49 Lavender Gardens, SW11. 020 7564 2500 THE BRIXTON COMEDY CLUB: The Hobgoblin, 95 Effra Road. Marcus Brigstocke, Tom Rhodes, Eddie Brimson, Jamie Matheson. Sunday, December 16. 020 7633 9539. BIG MOUTH COMEDY CLUB: Base Theatre, 59 Bethwin
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Pantomime
ASHCROFT THEATRE: Fairfield Halls, Croydon. Cinderella starring Darren Day as Prince Charming and Stephen Mulhern as Buttons. December 20 - January 20. 020 8688 9291. HARLEQUIN THEATRE: Redhill. Peter Pan starring Michael Melia (Eddie Royle in Eastenders
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Comedy
UP THE CREEK TOO COMEDY CABARET CLUB: 3 Brighton Road, Croydon. Eddie Brimson & Geoff Boys, December 13. Tickets 10. Andrew Maxwell & Geoff Boyz, December 14. Tickets 12. Dominic Frisby & Zeron Gibson MC, December 15. Tickets 14
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Clubs
KUDOS: The Colonnades, 619 Purley Way, Croydon. 020 8686 0040. THE BLUE ORCHID: House, Garage, R&B, Hip Hop - DJs Fridays and Saturdays. Park Lane, Croydon. 020 8667 0592. BAR LATINO: Park Road, Croydon. Step into the rhythm of Latin America.
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Reflecting Light
Presented by Jeanette Perry; Watford Museum, Lower High Street, Watford; runs until Saturday, January 5; admission free. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Christmas Craft Exhibition
Showcasing the work of local craftspeople; Watford Museum, Lower High Street, Watford; runs until Saturday, January 5; admission free. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Don't forget your empties
PEOPLE are being encouraged to take glass jars to bottle banks as part of a nation-wide recycling campaign.o It is estimated that almost 5.5 million jars of mincemeat, 12 million jars of pickles and 6.5 million jars of cranberry sauce will be consumed
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Mum and Dad Argument 2
Presented by Abbi Torrance; The Bull Gallery, High Street, Barnet; runs until Sunday, January 13. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Paintings by John Phillips
Local scenes of the Rickmansworth area; foyer of Three Rivers District Council Offices, Northway, Rickmansworth; runs until end of December. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Orbital Dance Club
Ballroom dancing; Orbital Community Centre, Haines Way, Watford; new members welcome; every Tuesday, 2pm to 4pm. Tel: 01923 681054. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Mingles Unattached Over 30's Dance 'n' Rendezvous Club
Remada Jarvis Hotel (A41), Watford Bypass, Watford; no denim, gentlemen shirts and ties required; last entry 10.45pm; every Thursday, 8.45pm. Tel: 020 8393 0914. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Tea Dance
YMCA, Charter Place, Watford; mainly for senior citizens; every Thursday, 2pm to 4pm; admission 1.50. December 20, 2001 21:00
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'You live and die by your results'
Joe Kinnear steers well clear of fatty food these days and he never touches a drop of his beloved Guinness. IAN LLOYD spoke to the Spurs legend and former Wimbledon manager about the heart attack which changed his life. If you see Joe Kinnear drinking
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Argentine Tango
School of Dancing, 14 Nascot Road, Watford; Thursday, December 20, 8pm, followed by practice session; no partner required, complete beginners welcome. Tel. 01923 210016 for further details. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Dick Whittington
A 24-carat seasonal spectacle; Palace Theatre Watford, Clarendon Road, Watford; runs until Saturday, January 12. Tel: box office 01923 225671 for times and ticket prices. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp
Dacorum Pavilion, Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead; Wednesday, December 21, to Sunday, January 6; tickets 9.50/12.50 adults, 6.50/9.50 children. Tel: box office 01442 228700 for times. December 20, 2001 21:00
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A dodgy Dome plan
AFTER all the months of talk and lapsed bids, it seems the Dome saga has reached a temporary conclusion (front page). The site has been provisionally leased by Meridian Delta, a consortium of investors who say they're going to turn it into a huge sports
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'You live and die by your results'
Joe Kinnear steers well clear of fatty food these days and he never touches a drop of his beloved Guinness. IAN LLOYD spoke to the Spurs legend and former Wimbledon manager about the heart attack which changed his life. If you see Joe Kinnear drinking
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Connex still off track!
SO, no surprises when reading the latest report on rail operators Connex has let us down again. The troubled French-owned train company has already lost one franchise because of sub-standard performance and, if it's not careful, the lucrative south eastern
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Children: Dick Whittington
A 24-carat seasonal spectacle; Palace Theatre Watford, Clarendon Road, Watford; Saturday, November 24, to January 12. Tel: box office 01923 225671 for times and ticket prices. December 20, 2001 21:00
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'No race problem in our boroughs'
South London: Race relations are "excellent" in Gravesham and Dartford and should be a model for racial integration across the country, according to Asian groups. They were responding to Home Secretary David Blunkett's call for better racial integration
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Primary education gets grants for improvement
PRIMARY education in Bexley borough is set to benefit from new government grants. The Department for Education and Skills (DfES) has issued the grants to London primary schools to improve literacy and numeracy. Bexley will receive about £777,244 out of
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'You live and die by your results'
Joe Kinnear steers well clear of fatty food these days and he never touches a drop of his beloved Guinness. IAN LLOYD spoke to the Spurs legend and former Wimbledon manager about the heart attack which changed his life. If you see Joe Kinnear drinking
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Bromley Handy Numbers
AIDS/HIV: GUM Beckenham 020 8289 6622. CAB Helpline 020 8290 1673. ALCOHOL ABUSE: Alcoholics Anonymous 0345 697555. Al Anon 020 7403 0888 for family and friends of alcoholics. Bromley Alcohol Advisory Service 020 8663 6883. ALZHEIMER'S: 020 8249 1494
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Squaddie gunned down in nightclub
Bournemouth: Police are studying CCTV and television footage in their hunt for the killer of a Walthamstow man who was shot dead at an MTV Lick Party in Bournemouth. Soldier Glen Hudson, 35, was shot in the head at point-blank range at 2.30am on Friday
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Bexley, Dartford and Gravesham Handy Numbers
AIDS/HIV: HIV Prevention Team 020 8298 1071. ALCOHOL ABUSE: GBCAD 020 8316 5958. Alcoholics Anonymous 0345 697555 in confidence. Al-Anon 020 7403 0888 for family and friends of alcoholics. Alcohol Advice Centre 01474 567581. ALZHEIMER'S: 01322 522212
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Paedophile strikes again
Eltham: A sex offender from Northfleet, who said he was only being "friendly" when he cuddled young children, has been jailed for two years. Blackfriars Crown Court heard how Ernest Roy Blackwell, aged 61, of Pier Road, assaulted an 11-year-old girl in
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Businessman fights to save his company in legal battle
A Southfields businessman is battling to protect his livelihood and his company's name after budget specialist EasyGroup told him it owned the rights to easy'. Sacha Visram founded Easy Electric, based in Putney, in 1999 and presented a business plan
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Earnest activity
The current adaptation of Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest provides just the right ingredients for audiences to leave with a warm, festive glow. Moving the play to the 1930s demonstrates how timeless the humour of one of the country's most
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THE AJS & MATCHLESS OWNERS CLUB
The AJS & Matchless Owners Club celebrates 50 years of existence this January. Our annual rally, The Jampot Rally is being held over the August Bank Holiday weekend at Hadlow, near Tonbridge in Kent. As a thankyou to those who produced the
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BROMLEY EMBROIDERERS GUILD
Friends and members enjoyed an informative and interesting talk, with slides, on the Hill Tribes of Thailand, given by Jennifer Hughes. Jennifer spent seven years in the hills and made a study of the culture of the people. She showed us her collection
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Resurrection of the North Cheam tea dance
Maria Oliver and Ernie Shann (pictured) joined dozens of couples at a weekly tea dance organised by musicians Ronald Cheel and Ray Race, this week. Following an uncertain future, the tea dance has now been resurrected and is held every Monday at the North
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Ignore the schmaltz
The Princess Diaries (U) To the untrained eye, Mia (Anne Hathaway) is a pretty adolescent. To the harsh critics of Grove High school, San Francisco, she is a bushy browed, frizzy haired freak. Okay, so she falls more into the DMs and blue nail varnish
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Train times over the festive period
Connex has released details of its services over the Christmas period. Friday, December 21 to Sunday, December 23 normal service Christmas Eve normal Saturday service with additional trains on some routes during peak times On Christmas Day there will
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Council chief says sorry to law lord
Climbi Inquiry: The chief executive of Haringey Council has apologised for the authority's poor behaviour surrounding the public inquiry into the death of eight-year-old Victoria Climbie. David Warwick was summonsed before the inquiry on Tuesday to explain
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Singing Christmas tunes in July is trs moderne
We all know from our school days learning a foreign language is a tricky business. Luckily for HARRY COLE his French exchange student could even sing in English. I listened to a phone-in recently in which people listed the nation they liked least. I didn't
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Be merry and wise
NOW is the season to be jolly, tra la la la laaa yes, we've heard it all before. Christmas and New Year seem to be increasingly used as an excuse for people to drink themselves stupid, shout in the streets and generally make nuisances of themselves. At
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School does not raise standards for politicians
Thank you for the coverage you gave to Eltham Hill Technology College for Girls over the past few weeks. I am sure your readers will see how committed we are to raising the achievement of our current and future girls and have no intention of becoming
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Budget cuts for car removal misguided
Lewisham Council's decision to cut its budget for removing dumped cars is horribly misguided. I live near a road which is a regular dumping ground for cars. I reported one such dumped vehicle to the council's hot line' for enviro-crime. The car had been
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The News Shopper tells it how it is
In reply to the letter from Isobel Joyce about covering fewer crime stories and murders, if the News Shopper didn't cover crime, how will the public know what is going on? Of course crime must be reported. I like to know how much crime is being committed
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Mansi is a Knight with a difference
London Knights defenceman, Moe Mansi, has gone straight to the top of the "defenceman scoring table" this week after a statistical mix-up had meant that he had been omitted up until now. The anomaly occurred after the ISL had Mansi down as a forward,
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Francis blows top at first-half show
A half-time "verbal" from Trevor Francis failed to prevent Crystal Palace from losing 1-0 to in-form Watford at Vicarage Road on Saturday. The Eagles put in a dire first- half performance and Francis was not a happy man. He said: "For the first time since
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Millwall have sixth sense
THE Lions leapt to sixth in the Nationwide Division One table after a 1-0 home win over Portsmouth at the New Den on Thursday, with the in-form Richard Sadlier claiming another late winner. Pompey's Japanese international keeper Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi has
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Old Brocks scratch match
Shooters Hill's first XV did not play at the weekend because Brockleians had scratched on the Friday. But Shoots' 2nd XV travelled to Brocks Vets. The vets were much superior in strength in the pack and won many line-outs and scrums. Shoots opened the
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No game for first team
Shooters Hill's first XV did not play at the weekend because Brockeians had scratched on the Friday. But Shoots' 2nd XV travelled to Brocks Vets. The vets were much superior in strength in the pack and won many line-outs and scrums. Shoots opened the
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Sarpong hits 13 in three games
THERE was some high-scoring in the latest round of games in the Mayor's Cup, run in conjunction with Mllwall's Community Scheme. In the girls' five-a-side tournament played at St Dunstan's College, Prendergast were in tremendous form. First they slammed
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Colfes gallant in defeat at Redruth
OLD Colfeians were involved in a high-scoring and entertaining game at Redruth on Saturday, but returned from Cornwall empty-handed after losing their National 3 South game 48-34. The Old Boys made a good start and Rob Berry went over for a try which
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Francis a muddy marvel
TOP United Kingdom distance runner Nick Francis gave a depleted Cambridge Harriers team something to cheer about by winning the latest Kent Cross Country League race in fine style. After finishing second in the previous two league races, this comfortable
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Superior skills sees them through
Old Dunstonians' experience and superior skills saw them through to the second round of the Kent Cup against a plucky Sheppey side, running out 49-13 winners. To their credit Sheppey kept their hosts on their toes by never giving up the chase and getting
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Players wanted
l New Bromleans FC, all positions, especially goalie, for Bromley & District Division 1 side. Ian 020 8462 8274/07903 028077. l Glebe FC U9s, goalkeeper for Bexley League side. Rick 01689 607899. l Locks Bottom Cricket Club, players for 1sr, 2nd
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Jenny wins award
THE London Borough of Bromley 2001 Excellence in Sport Awards presentation night was held at the Pavilion Leisure Centre, in recognition of young sporting personalities who have achieved success in a wide range of sports. There were also special awards
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Rebecca is the tops
THE youngsters of Blackheath Harriers, Bromley, remain top of the Parkwood Cross-Country League despite fielding a depleted squad for Sunday's match at Canterbury. Best performance of the day came from Rebecca Taylor who, after finishing second for Kent
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BROMLEY'S FIXTURES
Saturday, December 22 no fixture Wednesday December 26 v Dulwich Hamlet (away) Saturday, December 29 v Bishops Stortford (away) Tuesday, January 1 v Carshalton Ath (home) Saturday January 5 v Harlow Town (away) l all games kick off at 3pm December 20,
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Extra time is needed in Ryman Cup
THE Fleet are through to the third round of the Ryman League Cup after making heavy weather of beating Basingstoke during last midweek. Manager Andy Ford fielded a Fleet team minus most of his key first-teamers, but it gave him the chance to utulise some
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Connex to delay card fine plan until April
Belegured rail firm Connex will not introduce its "football style" fine system next week because it does not have the staff. The French-owned operator says plans to blitz fare dodgers from January 1 by replacing the £10 on-the-spot penalty with a "yellow
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Killer gets life in jail
Eltham: A gunman, believed to be behind a string of gangland killings, has been jailed for life at the Old Bailey. Tayo James, aged 27, of Sidcup Road, Eltham, was found guilty of murdering Frank Long, and sentenced on December 17. Mr Long was shot twice
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Bowlers skittle rivals
AGAINST all the odds, a Gravesend-based ten-pin bowling team skittled the opposition by winning a regional tournament in Worthing. The team managed to beat 25 others from around the country in the Sussex 6s, including squads like the Norwich Outlaws,
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Tram paint has effect on number of surfers
Trams coated in slippery paint, introduced after a schoolboy was killed "surfing" the high-speed vehicle, has dramatically cut the reported number of youths taking part in the craze, Tramlink revealed this week. Schoolboy Christopher Tidbury, from Mitcham
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One down, one to go for Vibrant
When the News Shopper reported on Vibrant Netball Club in September, one of their players predicted they would achieve their third successive promotion in the National League. Now the Gravesend-based side has achieved its goal by winning the National
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BASS PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS
VCD Athletic maintained their lead over Cray Wanderers at the top of the table with a 3-0 away win at Hythe Town on Saturday. Richard Dimmock put VCD ahead after 15 minutes but then had to go in goal when Athletic keeper David Pike was sent off for handling
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Darts in last eight
Dartfordians are through to the quarter-finals of the Shepherd Neame Kent Cup with a great win over local rivals Gravesend, who are in a league higher, at Bourne Road, Bexley last Sunday. A hesitant start saw the Darts soon go behind to a penalty and
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Nice and three-sy does it
THREE members of the Europa Gym Club had success at the London Regional Divisional Champ-ionships, held at Heathrow. Leanne Withall, who competed in the 12-13 age group of Division 2, finished an excellent second to win her first-ever medal at regional
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Housing officer jailed over indecent assault
Croydon: An asylum seeker housing officer in charge of checking claimants' stories in Croydon has been jailed for two years for indecently assaulting one of his clients. Israel Nwagagbo was found guilty of indecently assaulting the 40-year-old women on
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The wrong impressionism
In the final part of our series on graffiti, reporter DEAN PIPER talks to one resident who feels the borough is plagued by the problem and to the police inspector in charge of clamping down on this crime. Wrythe Lane resident Sharon Reilly says she is
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Reactions to war logbook
In the latest correspondence centring on Sutton's first flying bomb dropped in Caldbeck Avenue, Worcester Park, David Roberts who experienced it first-hand at the age of eight, describes his reaction at seeing a copy of a first aid logbook. The entries
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Warm welcome for new lawyers
England and Surrey cricketer Alec Stewart and leading family law QC Philip Moor were guest speakers at a reception held by TWM Solicitors recently. The firm, which has offices in Epsom, Leatherhead, Wimbledon, Guildford and Cranleigh, hosted the event
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In Brief
PARKING RULES: Drivers parking in Bexley over the Christmas holidays are reminded yellow lines and other street parking restrictions still apply over the festive season. The only Christmas joy for car owners is parking in council-owned car parks, pay-and-display
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Girls' school is excellent
DARTFORD Grammar School for Girls received an "outstanding" report from Ofsted inspectors for 2001. Staff and governors were told by Ofsted, the school, in Shepherd's Lane, "provides a stimulating and exciting learning environment." This is the second
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Don't park across kerbs
I am writing regarding cars parking across dropped kerbs. A few weeks ago, a lady in a wheelchair was unable to use the dropped kerb where I live because a car was parked across it. The lady had to reverse the wheelchair back the way she had come to cross
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Mushroom compost for 'flower power'
MUSHROOM compost is to be used in Gravesham's shrub and flower borders. Kentdown Mushroom Farm, in Fawkham, produces 27 tonnes of waste compost every week. Now co-owner of the farm Nigel Baddeley has agreed to give Gravesham Council's horticultural services
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Drug dealer's death was 'unlawful killing'
A CONVICTED drug dealer died in a hail of bullets in a "gangland execution," an inquest heard. Leonard Naylor, 46, who served three years for dealing class A drugs, was slain outside his home in Bracondale Avenue, Istead Rise, on April 19. His wife, Eileen
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Drug dealer's death was 'unlawful killing'
A CONVICTED drug dealer died in a hail of bullets in a "gangland execution," an inquest heard. Leonard Naylor, 46, who served three years for dealing class A drugs, was slain outside his home in Bracondale Avenue, Istead Rise, on April 19. His wife, Eileen
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Shock drink drive figures
One in 10 drivers stopped by police in the last week have been over the limit. This alarming statistic proves Sutton residents are failing miserably to take heed of the nationwide don't drink and drive message. Police hope the release of such figures
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Drug dealer's death was 'unlawful killing'
A CONVICTED drug dealer died in a hail of bullets in a "gangland execution," an inquest heard. Leonard Naylor, 46, who served three years for dealing class A drugs, was slain outside his home in Bracondale Avenue, Istead Rise, on April 19. His wife, Eileen
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Old Palace students spread festive cheer
Elderly residents from Whitgift House care home in South Croydon were treated to a feast of Christmas music sung and played by pupils from Old Palace school on Sunday, December 9. The school's year seven choir led the worship at the annual carol service
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Tenants back rent increase
Croydon council house tenants have voted for a rent rise of 3.3 per cent - about £2 a week - to help fund improvements and repairs. All Croydon's 17,000 tenants were given the chance by the council to vote on three proposed rent levels agreed by leading
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Tram paint has effect on number of surfers
Trams coated in slippery paint, introduced after a schoolboy was killed "surfing" the high-speed vehicle, has dramatically cut the reported number of youths taking part in the craze, Tramlink revealed this week. Schoolboy Christopher Tidbury, from Mitcham
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Man who hates Christmas goes underground
A MAN has paid £300 to spend Christmas and New Year underground. Colin Wood will be in the Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker for two weeks and will emerge on January 2, 2002. Owner of the Essex former Cold War shelter Michael Parrish confirmed that Mr Wood
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Drug dealer's death was 'unlawful killing'
A CONVICTED drug dealer died in a hail of bullets in a "gangland execution," an inquest heard. Leonard Naylor, 46, who served three years for dealing class A drugs, was slain outside his home in Bracondale Avenue, Istead Rise, on April 19. His wife, Eileen
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Dance drama
AN INDIAN dance workshop had Deptford schoolchildren mesmerised as they learnt about racial harmony. The Kathakali group visited Hughesfield School for an afternoon, and showed off its skills before letting the children have a go too. The traditional
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Slovenian president visits
THE Slovenian president Milan KuCan visited Greenwich borough as part of a state visit earlier this month. Greenwich has been twinned with Maribou, in Slovenia, since 1967. During the visit the president was accompanied by his wife, Stefka, and ministers
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It's all a refuse rip-off
ABOUT five weeks ago I arranged with Lewisham refuse disposal to collect one washing machine and one cooker free of charge under their scheme for collecting bulky items of rubbish. They said they would collect on December 6. This morning (December 6)
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Post box on fire
AS I went to post a letter yesterday (December 12) at 5.25pm at the post-box in Ann Street, on the Glyndon Estate, I saw to my horror that someone had set it alight, as smoke was pouring out of it. The Fire Brigade and the postman arrived at around 5.35pm
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TO THE POINT
Village proud As vicar of the parish of St Mary Cray, I was saddened and puzzled by the mention in your front page story, December 12, that Kathleen Baker is "a Chelsfield teenager." She is reported to be resident in Derry Downs which is a road in St
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Worms migrate and attack our internal organs
Mrs Wells may be right to highlight the various other problems in the area (News Shopper, December 12 Get a Life, why worry about a bit of dog poo) but she should not underestimate the potential danger of dog faeces particularly for young children. Toxocariasis
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Latest St Clare Hospice news
THE hospice is on the lookout for volunteers who would like to take on the responsibility of looking after a specific area of the hospice.o The fundraising office is a very busy and lively one and often in need of a spring, autumn and winter clean. Although
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Drug dealer's death was 'unlawful killing'
A CONVICTED drug dealer died in a hail of bullets in a "gangland execution," an inquest heard. Leonard Naylor, 46, who served three years for dealing class A drugs, was slain outside his home in Bracondale Avenue, Istead Rise, on April 19. His wife, Eileen
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Cracker to end Christmas
Tchaikovsky's enchanting classic Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker, will be performed by the acclaimed Russian National Ballet at the Fairfield Halls from December 26 to 31. Founded by Sergei Radcheno, former star of the Bolshoi Ballet, the talent of Russia's
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Hobbit of a lifetime
The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring PG 5/5 THERE were three things bothering me when I settled down at Beckenham Odeon to watch the long-awaited first part of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Top of the list was, obviously, how the adaptation
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Country club gets fitness centre go-ahead
THE go-ahead has been given for the Atlantis nightclub at Epping Forest Country Club to be demolished to make way for a new health and fitness club.o Epping Forest Council's development control committee has granted planning permission, with the new facility
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Think of dogs when letting off fireworks
Although Guide Dogs wants the New Year to begin with a big bang, we are appealing for sensible use of fireworks to avoid frightening dogs. The festive season is a time of great joy for many, but for guide dogs and their owners it can be very traumatic
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Community projects reap cash rewards
THE Friends of Swaines Green and the Epping Map Project have each received an £822.66 boost part of the proceeds of last year's town mayor appeal fund. Last year's mayor Audrey Wheeler raised £2,345.33 during her year in office. The remaining £700 raised
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Young Reviewer winner
Earlier this month, the News Shopper asked its younger readers if they wanted to be a theatre reviewer for a night and many did. This week the winners of our competition tell us what they thought about the seven biggest pantos in the area this year and
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Planespotter home for Christmas
THE 12-strong group of planespotters freed on bail from prison in Greece continued with their hobby even after they were released, shouting out plane numbers they could see as their 'plane to freedom' taxied along the runway. Euro MP Richard Howitt, who
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Young Reviewer winner
Earlier this month, the News Shopper asked its younger readers if they wanted to be a theatre reviewer for a night and many did. This week the winners of our competition tell us what they thought about the seven biggest pantos in the area this year and
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Young Reviewer winner
Earlier this month, the News Shopper asked its younger readers if they wanted to be a theatre reviewer for a night and many did. This week the winners of our competition tell us what they thought about the seven biggest pantos in the area this year and
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Young Reviewer winner
Earlier this month, the News Shopper asked its younger readers if they wanted to be a theatre reviewer for a night and many did. This week the winners of our competition tell us what they thought about the seven biggest pantos in the area this year and
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Mourners' final tribute to Donna
CROWDS attended the funeral of a Beckenham woman who died after a car accident involving a fire engine on an emergency call. Donna Stepney, 28, was pregnant with her first child when the accident took place in Croydon and was due to get married next year
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Council to quit 'junkets'
COUNCILLORS are preparing to resign their memberships of two "junket" clubs which cost Bromley taxpayers £140,000 a year. Bromley Council is considering leaving two local government clubs, the Local Government Association and the Association of London
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More pupils bunked off school this year
THE number of school pupils playing truant in Bromley is on the rise, despite the threat of prosecution hanging over parents whose children are caught bunking off. In the last school year 250 pupils were picked up by 23 truancy patrols as overall attendance
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In Brief
FUN WALK: Bromley Ramblers Association is holding a 10-mile walk on December 30, at Filston Lane, Shoreham, Kent starting at 10am. Call Barbara Phelps on 020 8467 8525. There will be another walk on January 1, at St Nicholas Church, Chislehurst with a
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Rockets fired up for athletics fun
KIDS from Crystal Palace formed the home team when they competed against other under-11s in an annual athletics competition. The Norwich Union Fun in Athletics Competition, held this year at the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, in Crystal Palace
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Widows' rebate row
BROMLEY Council is set to review its policy on including war widows' pensions when calculating benefits after a campaign backed by the British Legion. Currently, only four local authorities do not totally disregard both war pensioners and widows benefits
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Man who hates Christmas goes underground
A MAN has paid £300 to spend Christmas and New Year underground. Colin Wood will be in the Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker for two weeks and will emerge on January 2, 2002. Owner of the Essex former Cold War shelter Michael Parrish confirmed that Mr Wood
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Connex still off track!
SO, no surprises when reading the latest report on rail operators Connex has let us down again. The troubled French-owned train company has already lost one franchise because of sub-standard performance and, if it's not careful, the lucrative south eastern
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Listings - December 26 to January 6
Every week we list the best events going on. If you want an event to be considered for our listings pages, send the details to Joan Gardner AT LEAST TWO WEEKS BEFOREHAND by e-mail by clicking on her name below PANTO To Jan 5 Beauty and the Beast, Woodville
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Howes About Jazz - December 26 edition
Jazz expert Chris Howes is an award-winning promoter who has worked with many leading musicians. He lets readers know what's hot on the local scene Just in case you're still looking for something on which to spend those book tokens from Great Aunt Flo
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Gym for mobile computer learning
A NEW centre has been opened to help people learn about computers. The Computer Gym mobile learning centre is fully equipped with the latest software and hardware to help people in pockets of the borough where there is no permanent IT facility Already
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Connex delays its card fine system
TRANSPORT: Lack of staff causes troubled firm's problem BELEAGUERED rail firm Connex will not introduce its "football style" fine system next week because it does not have the staff. The French-owned operator says plans to blitz fare dodgers from January
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Panto
Cinderella. Starring Grange Hill's Colin Ridgewell. Until January 5. Secombe Theatre. Peter Pan. The Carshalton Pantomime Company. On until January 26. Secombe Theatre, Cheam Road, Sutton. % 020 8770 6990. December 20, 2001 21:00
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General
BATTERSEA BIBLE STUDY: At Battersea Collectables, 495 Battersea Park Road, every Thursday 8pm to 9pm. Friendly class looking at what the bible means in the world around us. Refreshments provided. 020 7228 8820. QUALIFIED HYNOTHERAPIST: Holds classes teaching
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Comedy
BANANA CABARET: Dan Atopolski, Otiz Cannelloni, Paul B Edwards and Sean Pye appear at Banana Cabaret, 77 Bedford Hill, Balham, on December 14 and December 15. Doors open 7.30pm. 020 8673 8904 for further information. JOHN MOLONEY'S TIME OF THE MONTH:
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Panto
HARLEQUIN THEATRE: Redhill. Peter Pan starring Michael Melia (Eddie Royle in EastEnders) as Captain Hook and Lewis Rae (The Bill) as Peter Pan. Until January 6. 01737 765547. CHARLES CRYER THEATRE: 39 High Street, Carshalton, The Night Before Christmas
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Clubs
THE FRIDGE BAR: 1 Townhall Parade, Brixton. Logic. Saturday, December 1. Pendragon. Saturday, December 15. 020 7326 5100. LOUGHBOROUGH JUNCTION: 242 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton. 020 7738 4000. THE BUG BAR: Under St Matthews Church, Brixton Hill. 020 7738
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Music
CARSHALTON JAZZ CLUB: Charles Cryer Studio Theatre, High Street. % 020 8647 2114. SECOMBE THEATRE JAZZ: Cheam Road, Sutton. % 020 8770 6990. CROYDON AND SUTTON HOME ORGAN CLUB: United Services Club, Carshalton Road, Sutton. Second Monday of every month
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Miscellaneous
SINGERS NEEDED: Surrey Harmony Women's Barbershop Chorus need new singers. Every Wednesday 7.45-10.30pm. Coulsdon Methodist Church Hall. 8688 4494. SUPER TEA DANCES: United Reformed Church Hall, Sanderstead Hill. Every Thursday, 2-4pm. 2.50 incl. Tea
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Activities
OLD PORTLIANS CYCLING CLUB: Weekend cycle rides. Meet at bottom of Corkscrew Hill, West Wickham. Start 10am Saturday and 9am Sunday. 8362 7629. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Exhibitions/Talks
SOUTH CROYDON HERITAGE GROUP: Sanderstead United Reformed Church Hall. South of Oxford, December 19. 8651 5707. THE CROYDON SOCIETY: Small Hall, United Reformed Church, Addiscombe Grove. 8655 3158. CROYDON NATURAL HISTORY AND SCIENTIFIC SOCIETY: United
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Music
FAIRFIELD HALLS CONCERT HALL: BBC Concert Orchestra, December 13. Philharmonia Chorus, December 14. Croydon Philharmonic Choir, December 15. STOMP! December, 18-23. 8688 9291. CROYDON FOLKSONG CLUB: Ruskin House, 23 Coombe Road, Croydon. The Poozies,
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Theatre
ASHCROFT THEATRE: The Fairfield Halls, Park Lane, Croydon. Maddy Prior & The Carnival Band, December 17. 020 8688 9291. WAREHOUSE THEATRE: Dingwall Road, Croydon. Dick Barton Episode III The Tango of Terror, until February 3. 8680 4060. SECOMBE
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Man who hates Christmas goes underground
A MAN has paid £300 to spend Christmas and New Year underground. Colin Wood will be in the Kelvedon Hatch Nuclear Bunker for two weeks and will emerge on January 2, 2002. Owner of the Essex former Cold War shelter Michael Parrish confirmed that Mr Wood
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Art Exhibition
Fine line drawings of Croxley, Rickmansworth, Bushey and Watford by John Kirkham; Croxley Green Library, Barton Way, Croxley Green; runs until Monday, December 24, 10am. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Toys Galore
An exhibition of toys, games and childhood memorabilia;Bushey Museum and Art Gallery, Rudolph Road, Bushey; runs until Saturday, February 23; open Thursday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm; admission free. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Fears fridges will be fly-tipped
Abandoned fridges and freezers may become a regular sight in the borough after an EU directive labelled fridges as 'hazardous waste'. From January 1, 2002, it will be illegal to dispose of them without capturing and destroying their ozone-depleting CFCs
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The Wizard of Oz
Gala Charity Preview Show; Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans; Tuesday, December 18, 7pm; tickets 15; Wednesday, December 19, to Sunday, January 6, tickets 8.50 to 16. Tel: box office 01727 844488. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Stuff The Turkey It's Christmas!
Presented by Blag Theatre Company; The Pump House, Local Board Road, Lower High Street, Watford; runs to Sunday, December 23, 7.30pm; tickets 7. Tel: box office 01923 772320. December 20, 2001 21:00
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Fears fridges will be fly-tipped
Abandoned fridges and freezers may become a regular sight in the borough after an EU directive labelled fridges as 'hazardous waste'. From January 1, 2002, it will be illegal to dispose of them without capturing and destroying their ozone-depleting CFCs
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'You live and die by your results'
Joe Kinnear steers well clear of fatty food these days and he never touches a drop of his beloved Guinness. IAN LLOYD spoke to the Spurs legend and former Wimbledon manager about the heart attack which changed his life. If you see Joe Kinnear drinking
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Fears fridges will be fly-tipped
Abandoned fridges and freezers may become a regular sight in the borough after an EU directive labelled fridges as 'hazardous waste'. From January 1, 2002, it will be illegal to dispose of them without capturing and destroying their ozone-depleting CFCs
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Latest St Clare Hospice news
THE hospice is on the lookout for volunteers who would like to take on the responsibility of looking after a specific area of the hospice.o The fundraising office is a very busy and lively one and often in need of a spring, autumn and winter clean. Although
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Don't forget your empties
PEOPLE are being encouraged to take glass jars to bottle banks as part of a nation-wide recycling campaign.o It is estimated that almost 5.5 million jars of mincemeat, 12 million jars of pickles and 6.5 million jars of cranberry sauce will be consumed
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Health authorities to merge
THE go-ahead has been given for the merger of North Essex and South Essex health authorities to create a new Essex Health Authority. The new organisation is one of 28 new health authorities across England and Wales announced by Health Minister John Hutton
