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More Valley woe as Bristol City sink Addicks
CHARLTON slipped to their seventh defeat of the Championship campaign when they were beaten 2-0 by Bristol City at The Valley on Tuesday evening. The Addicks almost made the perfect start when Luke Varney fired straight at Adriano Basso from
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White slavery, contrary to popular belief it did happen!
Well, I wasn’t planning on writing this blog, but Biscuit made me……..well, maybe not forcibly, but my buttons were pushed! So here goes..... Biscuit posted the following comment on my blog ‘The madness that is Diversity Day’: “An example
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Old Colfeians lose first round tie in EDF Energy National Trophy
EDF Energy National Trophy, 1st Round South Wadebridge Camels 10 – 5 Old Colfeians Old Colfeians’ first game back in Cornwall since the heady days of National League Three South was at least a sunny weekend away from London. In the local
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Free family tickets for fireworks display
Preparations are under way for this year’s Danson Park Fireworks, the annual display presented by Welling Round Table on November 8. The display is fired over the lake providing stunning views for the crowds within the park. This year
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Hairspray, Shaftesbury Theatre
Geoff Billingsley has a (Michael) Ball watching Hairspray at the West End Hairspray — which recently celebrated a year’s run at the Shaftesbury Theatre — is set in 1962 Baltimore where Tracy Turnblad lives with her parents, Edna and Wilbur. Tracy
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Chandos, Brockley Rise, Forest Hill
Drink 2/5 Decor 3/5 Price 3/5 Atmosphere (No rating — Spy was nearly the only patron!) Staff 4/5 Do you ever get the feeling you have missed out on something? For me in Chandos it feels like I have arrived at a party after everyone else has been
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Q&A with Craig 'Joseph' Chalmers
How has the tour been going? The tour has been a huge success so far and I have been playing Joseph for 14 months now. Time flies! I do get tired sometimes but it’s worth it. How do you feel you’ve grown and evolved as a performer through the show
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Welwyn put to the sword by Beckenham
BECKENHAM hosted their first ever fixture against Welwyn in the first round of the EDF Energy Intermediate Cup and emerged as 36-10 winners. With both teams struggling in their respective leagues, this was expected to be a close game and so it proved
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Ebbsfleet Ladies set up Millwall date
EBBSFLEET Ladies eased through to the second round of the Kent County Cup with an emphatic 11-0 win against Ramsgate. The Fleet put on a totally dominate performance, passing and controlling the game throughout and starting the scoring spree early
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Football club is community champion
A FOOTBALL club has been given an award by a top referee for its work in the community. Orpington Football Club, based at the Sports Club in Goddington Lane, Orpington, was presented with the Kent FA Charter Standard Community Club of the Year
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Grease lightning at bank raises £800
A TROUPE of cheerleaders helped bank staff cash in on generous customers during a Grease-themed fundraiser. Staff at the Halifax bank in High Street, Bromley, dressed as T-Birds and Pink Ladies from the famous musical and invited the Gem cheerleading
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Golden balls brighten up Deptford
GOLDEN balls have been on display throughout Deptford as part of an arts festival. Artist Fran Cottell placed about 400 gold painted balls in various locations in Deptford, including on top of St. Paul’s church, in Deptford High Street. The outdoor
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Charlton-based players are Respecting their Piers
THE forthcoming production from The Alexandra Players presents a double dose of local talent. The amateur dramatists will perform material from the Charlton-hailing playwright, Peter Quilter. The piece, Respecting Your Piers, is about five women
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BBHC break their duck
AFTER a tough start to the season, Bexleyheath & Belvedere Hockey Club’s second XI were looking to secure their first points with a trip to Old Bordenians. The game started well for BBHC, who moved the ball around swiftly and pressed OBs into their
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Sevenoaks district hosts first ever futsal match
A LATIN sporting sensation kicked off in north Kent this month. Sevenoaks district hosted its first ever futsal match in Swanley, as part of the Kent futsal league. The match took place at White Oak Leisure Centre in Hilda May Avenue on October 8.
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Bromley celebrates its diversity
A DAY of song, dance, poetry and music has been held to celebrate the borough’s diversity. The annual Celebration of Diversity day took place at the Civic Centre, Stockwell Close, Bromley for the third year running. Bromley Council leader Councillor
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Bromley fun run raises money for hospice
TWO sisters ran five miles to help recognise the work of a local hospice who cared for their dying grandmother. The sponsored five-mile run on Kings Meadow behind Burnt Ash Library in Burnt Ash Lane, Bromley, saw 10 runners help raise £1,000 for St Christopher
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Defensive duo poised for Burnley return
MARK Hudson and Jose Semedo will be available for selection for Saturday’s match against Burnley after they serve one-match bans tonight when Charlton take on Bristol City. The duo were both sent off against Cardiff City last weekend, the first
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58-year-old store manager chases gang of shoplifting youths
A 58-year-old woman chased a gang of youths after they stole from her store because she is sick of repeated shoplifting. Lyn Wilson is the store manager of Boots in Queensway, Petts Wood, and says she and her staff are fed up because they “
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Council is quality
A PARISH council is celebrating after becoming the first in its borough to be recognised as ‘quality’ by the Government. Stone Parish Council was awarded Quality Council Status after its overall performance was inspected by a panel from the
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Greenwich sisters design award-winning board game
TWO sisters have designed an award-winning board game to develop children's self-esteem. Amy Rogers, 31, of Olven Road, Plumstead, and her 38-year-old sister, Lucy, from Woodland Terrace, Woolwich, recently won a silver prize at the Good Toy
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Park brush aside Heathfield
CHARLTON Park’s winning start to the season continued when they eased past a determined Heathfield side 21-10 on Saturday in a second round fixture in the EDF Energy Senior Vase. In a meeting between the two sides earlier in the season, the match had
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Dartfordians edge out Essex pretenders
DARTFORDIANS welcomed Bancroft from Essex to Bourne Rd for an EDF Vase match looking forward to renewing the Kent-Essex rivalry which has been sadly lacking in the leagues for many years. Not much was known about the visitors apart from their
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Bikers donate to children's hospice
CHARITABLE bikers have been raising money all year for a new children’s hospice. The Biggin Hill Motorcycle Action Group, known affectionately as MAG, have raised £300 for Demelza's new hospice which is due to open this coming spring in Wensley
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Winning start for Becks
NEWLY-PROMOTED Beckenham Lacrosse Club opened their Premier League account in some style with a comprehensive 15-2 win against rivals Purley. They started with a bang as Hollie Harrington won the first draw, passed to Sophie Brett who outpaced
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French markets come to Bromley borough
FRENCH markets are visiting towns and villages in the area, offering a selection of continental goods. These pictures were taken along Princess Parade in Locksbottom on October 19. Visitors walked along looking at the stalls selling
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No stopping Gravesendians in Vase
OLD Gravesendians had a welcome break from their fractious league campaign by travelling to Hellingly in the EDF Energy Junior Vase on Saturday and coming home convincing 67-5 winners. The Sussex One side had no answer to Old Gs’ pace in the backs
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Electric blankets fail the safety test
THREE quarters of electric blankets tested by safety experts earlier this month have been destroyed because they were unsafe. The blankets were presented by their elderly owners at a free blanket testing day in Woolwich Town Hall organised by the Electrical
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Travellers' rent set to go up
TRAVELLERS’ annual rent could be set to increase by £40,000 as part of council budget proposals for next year. Bromley Council officers are looking at the option of increasing rent at the two traveller sites in the borough in Star Lane, St Mary Cray
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School governors recognised
SCHOOL governors have been recognised at an awards ceremony. For 10 years’ continuous service, 48 governors were given certificates by Mayor of Lewisham Sir Steve Bullock. And five more governors were awarded for serving 25 years. This is the
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Businesses look for credit crunch guidance
BUSINESSES feeling the effects of the credit crunch are looking for guidance when a Bank of England representative visits. Swanley Chamber of Commerce represents around 20 per cent of the 400 businesses in the town, many of which are finding it difficult
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Big job for Woolwich youngsters
YOUNGSTERS have joined a nationwide campaign to help improve the environment for everyone. Pupils from St Mary Magdalene Primary School, Kingsman Street, Woolwich, took part in a clean-up on October 20. They tidied the grounds of St Mary Magdalene
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Gravesend League: Viewpoint begin defence in style
THE first round of the Gordon Charity Cup took place on Saturday and holders Viewpoint were making a strong effort to retain the trophy when they visited AFC Welsh Tavern Saturday. Viewpoint were 5-0 up by half-time and eventually ran out 12
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Students attend a road safety show
STUDENTS from schools in Kent attended a road safety show to learn about the dangers they face when crossing the road. The event which was organised by Moat housing association took place on October 17. Youngsters from King’s Farm Primary School in
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The Bromley (Waiting and Loading Restriction) Order 2003
PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY The Bromley (Waiting and Loading Restriction) Order 2003 (Amendment No. 57) Order 2008. The Bromley (Controlled Parking) (On Street Places) Order 2004 (Amendment No. 22) Order 2008. The Bromley
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'Shoddy' Orpington builder jailed after conning pensioners
A COWBOY builder who fleeced two pensioners out of thousands of pounds after carrying out "shoddy" repairs has been jailed. David Borkwood, 44, approached the first victim, an 82-year-old woman living in Benfleet, Essex, and told her the guttering
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TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990
PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 (as amended) TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURE) ORDER 1995 PLANNING (LISTED BUILDINGS AND CONSERVATION AREAS) ACT AND REGULATIONS 1990
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ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984
PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 AS AMENDED - Section 16A TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF VEHICULAR TRAFFIC ORDER 2008 STATION APPROACH HAYES NOTICE OF PROPOSALS 1. THE Council of
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TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ORDER 1995
PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMISSION TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURE) ORDER 1995 PLANNING (LISTED BUILDINGS AND CONSERVATION AREAS) ACT AND REGULATIONS 1990
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ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 AS AMENDED - Section 16A
PUBLIC NOTICE LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 AS AMENDED - Section 16A TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF VEHICULAR TRAFFIC ORDER 2008 FARNBOROUGH CHRISTMAS FAIR NOTICE OF PROPOSALS 1. THE Council
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Voluntary groups running out of time for grants
VOLUNTARY groups and organisations are running out of time to apply for up to £3,000 funding towards projects. Dartford Council, which is offering the cash through its voluntary sector grant scheme, is giving people until this October 31 to apply.
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Greenwich and Lewisham among worst areas for child poverty
WE ARE all struggling in the credit crunch but after Greenwich and Lewisham were named in the top 10 worst London boroughs for child poverty, News Shopper spoke to two families who are feeling the pinch more than most. Figures released by
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95-year-old loses diamond ring in Beckenham burglary
POLICE are investigating a burglary after the home of a 95-year-old woman was broken into while she slept. The burglary happened in the early hours of October 20, when a man broke into the elderly woman’s home in Beckenham and snatched £60
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Townley continue winning streak
TOWNLEY Grammar School for Girls picked up their sixth consecutive home win in the indoor kwik-cricket league with a 56-run success over Bexley Girls CC. They posted 325, while Bexley replied with 269 as they finished short of the winning target.
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Ewan McGregor's Incendiary filmed in Gravesend
HOLLYWOOD and Gravesend seem to be getting on a treat of late. Not only has it given the silver screen its latest Bond girl, in the form of Gravesender Gemma Arterton, it’s also provided key locations for Ewan McGregor’s latest film Incendiary. Also
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Real nappies praised
USING washable nappies has been praised as a way of slashing carbon emissions. A study by the Environment Agency, a public body for protecting and improving the environment, claims washable nappies can save 40 per cent of carbon emissions compared
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Celeb portraits displayed at The O2
THE windows of The O2 Greenwich are providing a makeshift gallery for a new collection of photography. Rich Hardcastle, who made his name capturing comedians in a fresh and honest fashion, again taking photos of famous faces, presents Larger than
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Kent recognise Plant's putting talent
A RISING golf star from Bexleyheath has been presented with the 2008 Junior Order of Merit Shield at the annual Kent County Golf Union (KCGU) dinner. Alfie Plant, 16, received the award last week from the KCGU President Ian Burton at Wildernesse Golf
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School celebrates its 50 year anniversary
A SCHOOL celebrated its 50 year anniversary with a host of fun activities and events. Students and staff at the Grammar School for Girls Wilmington in Parsons Lane, planned a week long programme of events celebrating the school’s opening in 1958. The
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Real nappies praised
USING washable nappies has been praised as a way of helping families slash their carbon emissions. A study by the Environment Agency, a public body for protecting and improving the environment, claims washable nappies can save 40 per cent of carbon
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Addicks vets head to Welling
A CHARITY football match between Charlton and Welling United veterans will take place at Park View Road on October 30. The game, which has been organised by Wings Supporters United, will raise money for both Welling United and Demelza House. Mark
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Pupils celebrate community room opening
A SCHOOL has been celebrating the official opening of its new community room. More than 360 pupils from South Rise Primary School in Brewery Road, Greenwich, were treated to a performance by African drummer, Justin Fellows, as they opened the £18,000
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Budding gardeners enjoyed eating their onions
BUDDING young gardeners have enjoyed eating spaghetti bolognaise which contained onions grown in their school’s allotment. The Year 5 and Year 6 pupils from Dover Road Community School in Dover Road, Gravesend, have spent months growing the vegetables
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To The Point
CAN YOU HELP?: I have been in correspondence with a gentleman who spent some time in The Hollies during the war before being finally rehoused in the Jewish Orphanage at West Norwood. During his time in Sidcup he was befriended by a Mrs Roadnight who
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Older people can be wage earners
IN REGARD to the web rant What Causes Pavement Rage? (News Shopper, October 8), firstly I cannot believe anyone would use the name of Rick O’Shea. Surely this is a wind-up. However, I am just about to celebrate my 61st birthday and I am wondering
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System works well, so why change it?
I HAVE some comments to add to the letters about A&E and the urgent care centre at Queen Mary’s Hospital (News Shopper, October 1). On a Friday afternoon in June, my wife fell and broke her ankle. I took her by car to Queen Mary’s Hospital. We went
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Renewed world heritage bid for Darwin's house
A NEW and improved bid to turn Darwin’s home into a world heritage site has been drawn up by council bosses. Charles Darwin used Down House and the surrounding land in Luxted Road, Downe, as inspiration for his work and a test bed for his ground-breaking
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Staff volunteered to go in reorganisation
IT IS distressing to read heads are to roll at the council, especially when the people named have given outstanding service to the borough (Heads To Roll In Council Revamp, News Shopper, October 1). It concerns me even more when I am named as the person
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Simple steps to help hospitals
MY WIFE is in hospital at the moment and seems to be recovering well. But every time you open a newspaper all you see are horror stories of people in hospital getting an infection just when they seem to be better. I wanted to make sure this didn’t happen
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Say yes to a better future for estates
TENANTS on the Leybridge Court and Newstead estates in Lee Green ward are currently being balloted on a proposal to transfer their homes to Broomleigh — a not-for-profit housing association. As one of their local councillors, I urge them to vote yes.
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Please listen to support staff
MCCH took over the delivery of services for those with a learning disability from Bexley Borough. Its mission statement is all should be entitled to a home of their own, a job and a social life. The problem is those with a learning disability require
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To The Point
WASH YOUR HANDS: My wife is in hospital. Every time you open a newspaper all you see are horror stories of people in hospital getting an infection just when they seem to be better. I wanted to make sure this didn’t happen to my wife. There are simple
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Pictures needed to show life at home in the 1950s
I AM writing a book called The 1950s Home, to be published next year, and am looking for photographs and stories about homes in the 1950s. If anyone has any photographs of their homes in the 1950s showing interiors of any rooms or gardens, and the exterior
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The madness that is Diversity
The madness that is ‘Diversity Day’ As I was traversing the borough of Bromley this beautiful morning, I was struck (not literally, I hasten to add!) by a poster asking me to ‘Join us to celebrate DIVERSITY DAY in Bromley’ at Bromley Civic Centre. The
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On this day
On this day in... 2137BC - The first recorded total eclipse of the sun occurred in China. 1805 - The British defeated the Franco-Spanish fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar. 1858 - The can-can dance was performed for the first time
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Wildlife habitat taking shape
YOUNG gardeners are hunting for extra cash to continue their work creating a wildlife meadow in Chislehurst. The Bromley Youth Advisory Panel, made up of 11 to 19-year-olds who want to improve the borough’s green spaces, worked with local army cadets
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Lewisham Council approves plans for 589 homes
ANGRY residents have slammed a council's decision to approve plans for 589 homes on the site of an old greyhound track. Lewisham Council has approved plans for houses and block of flats, up to eight-storeys high, on land at the old Catford Greyhound
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Restaurant holds charity balloon race
A RESTAURANT has held a balloon race to raise money for charity. The Crooked Billet Harvester, Southborough Lane, Bromley launched around 150 biodegradable balloons to raise more than £200 for children’s charity Make A Wish Foundation UK.
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Serious accident stops traffic on A20
THE A20 was closed this morning (October 21) after an incident at Farningham. The accident happened around 7am near Pedham Place roundabout. A woman who was trapped in her vehicle after it overturned had to be freed by Kent Fire and
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Man dies after Sydenham flat fire
A MAN has died after a fire at a flat in Sydenham last night. Firefighters rescued a man from the bathroom of a ground-floor flat in Westwood Hill after they were called at 9.50pm (October 20). The man, believed to be in his 40s, was
