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Scent of a man
The ladies amongst us seem to have little problem with their perfumes, having a particular favourite and then a host of others hanging around as a back-up. Ask them what their favourite perfume is, and you’ll get a speedy and unequivocal answer
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Murder inquiry following death of baby boy
POLICE have started a murder investigation following the death of a three-month-old baby from Bexley at the weekend. The baby boy was taken to a hospital in south London at 11.30pm on Friday (October 24) suffering from a serious head injury
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Ebbsfleet book place with something to spare
London Corinthians 1-5 Ebbsfleet United Ladies FLEET Ladies cruised through to the first round proper of the Women’s FA Cup after probably playing their best football in the competition so far, producing a strong team performance which left the opposition
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Second child dies after Belvedere flat fire
A SECOND child, a three-year-old boy, has died after a fire at a flat in Belvedere. Tiffany Charlesworth, five, and her little brother Dylan were trapped with their mother Fiona, 27, in their first floor flat in Clive Road, Belvedere.
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Daylight robbery as Gravesend miss out
Gravesend 24-27 Cobham AFTER this thrilling encounter, Gravesend will look at the final score line with some disbelief and wonder how did they mange to lose the game in the final minute. Visitors Cobham came with a solid start to the season in their
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Hapless carjackers foiled by driver in Northfleet
TWO CARJACKERS were left red-faced after a motorist drove away when they threatened him with a knife in Northfleet. The 66-year-old driver was waiting at a traffic lights in The Hill, Northfleet when a car pulled in front of him and stopped
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See arts differently with Lee Green Open Studios
To get you in the mood for Lee Green Open Studios, Leisure has compiled an online gallery to give a flavour of the art on show. The gallery contains a selection of the participating artists’ work — in mediums ranging from portraiture, landscapes, crafts
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Lee Green author exposes TV's darker side in novel
Lee Green-based author Claire Seeber talks about her new book, Bad Friends. Inspired by her time working in TV, it takes a darker look at the industry. I grew up in Greenwich after my parents moved here from abroad. I was born in the old hospital
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Eye surgery for victim of metal pole through windshield assault
POLICE are appealing for information following an assault that left a 20-year-old man needing eye surgery. The victim, who is from Dartford, was driving along Rochester Way at around 11.45pm on October 1 when a metal pole was hurled through
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DestinAsian Greenwich
A festival celebrating Asian culture in all its guises hits Greenwich this weekend. Curated by Bombay Mix — a south east London organisation promoting the Indian subcontinent and the south Asian diaspora worldwide via various mediums and events — DestinAsian
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James Alexandrou - from Albert Square to the stage
Former EastEnders actor James Alexandrou talks about his latest role in All Quiet on the Western Front, growing up as Martin Fowler and working with Harold Pinter How has the tour been going so far, James? The tour’s been going fine. We’ve
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Nearly 4,000 in Petts Wood and Locksbottom lose electricity
NEARLY 4,000 residents and businesses in Petts Wood and Locksbottom have been affected by a power cut in the last 24 hours. This morning 1,992 people in the Bassets Way area of Locksbottom lost power shortly after 8.30am, with electricity completely
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Marsh ready to defend his crown
WELLING boxer Matt Marsh is preparing for his first British title defence against vengeful rival Rocky Dean next month. The two classy super bantamweights have met twice before, previously locking horns for the vacant southern area titles at
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Villagers come good eventually
Vigo 45-11 Sheppey VIGO made what should have been a straightforward task against bottom of the table Sheppey a little more difficult than they should, but still managed to score seven tries to move up the table. Two Jamie Caton
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Footballer to raffle signed shirts for charity
A FOOTBALLER will raffle autographed shirts to raise money to register his charity for children. Ebbsfleet For Children was launched by Ebbsfleet United's French defender Sacha Opinel in August, and he needs to raise £5,000 to register it with the Charity
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Update: Overturned lorry on A2 sliproad
AN OVERTURNED lorry caused problems for drivers trying to leave the A2 this morning. The 38 tonne vehicle had partially blocked the slip road at the Ebbsfleet junction of the A2 London-bound. Traffic was diverted via Pepperhill while
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Bexleyheath date for Valley stars
ADDICKS skipper Mark Hudson and Luke Varney will be meeting fans and signing official merchandise as part of a special Valley Gold Christmas shopping day at the club’s Bexleyheath retail outlet on Thursday. Members get a 15 percent discount
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Minister suffers memory loss in homes ban plea
A MINISTER who pleaded with councillors not to allow a block of flats to be built next to his church forgot to mention his building did not have planning permission. Pastor Kasey Ogunbadejo took the opportunity to address Bexley Council’s planning control
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Man critically ill after Eltham police chase and bridge drama
A 24-YEAR-OLD Romanian man is critically ill in hospital after allegedly attempting to escape police by hanging off a bridge over a dual-carriageway in Eltham. Police were called to Eltham station on Sunday at 5.37pm after a member of the public
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Be safe on bonfire night
POLICE have some helpful safety tips for residents in the run up to Guy Fawkes night. It is against the law to sell fireworks to those under 18, and for young people to carry them in public. Throwing or setting them off in the street is also illegal
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Crock-Pot Saute Slow Cooker: 5/5
I’ve always wanted a slow cooker, having heard how easy it is to prepare a mouth-watering meal, and with Christmas nearing I thought it was time to get one so I can spend time with my family rather than in the kitchen. Crock-Pot Saute Slow Cooker is
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Credit crunch? Perhaps this is one of the reasons.
Today I was given a faulty piece of electronics 'for my amusement'. It's a thing called a 'Gear 4 House Party'. Almost needless to say like half the electronics out there that isn't a PC, it's designed as an add on to the I-Pod. It's an amplified
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Gravesend League: Craggs march on
CRAGGS Farm went 11 points clear at the top of the Gravesend League Premier Division following a 2-0 away win over Lullingstone Castle. In a very good even game where defences were on top, Craggs had the sharpshooters in Tony Swann and Dan Berry to
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Beckenham parking scheme receives support
THREE quarters of people consulted about a new pay and display scheme in Beckenham were in favour of the proposals. Bromley Council plan to introduce a new parking regime in Upper Elmers End Road outside Eden Park railway station at an estimated
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Pair deny murdering Ben Hitchcock
TWO teenagers have denied murdering 16-year-old Ben Hitchcock in Beckenham last year. Ben, of Blean Grove, Penge, died after being stabbed during a fight in Southend Road, on June 23 last year. Royston Thomas, 18, of Sydenham, and Mitchell
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Washable nappies- less emissions and landfill
NAPPIES make up around five per cent of all household waste collected by bin men in the borough- all of which goes to landfill. At the same time, the Government’s Environment Agency has issued a report stating that using cloth washable nappies
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Councillors feel loss of The Comeback Kid
A FORMER mayor who came out of retirement to rejoin the council two years ago, has died following a short illness. Alf Catterall, who was dubbed The Comeback Kid by councillors, served on Bexley Council for a total of 22 years. He died on October 23
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No stopping rampant Becks
Maidstone 3-27 Beckenham BECKENHAM continued their recent their run of good form by beating a below par Maidstone at Mote Park in conditions ideal for rugby. With the Beckenham front five dominating the set pieces and the loose forwards dominating
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Residents being offered ruby worth £1,000
RESIDENTS are being given the chance to win a ruby worth £1,000 to celebrate a theatre’s 4oth anniversary. Woodville Halls in Windmill Street, Gravesend, will be turning 40 on November 15 and to help celebrate the milestone Richard Lukes Jewellers,
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Bromley environmentalists hold rally in town centre
BROMLEY Friends of the Earth has been calling on the Government to stick to its carbon emission targets. The environmentalists held a demonstration in Bromley High Street asking people to send postcards to their MP insisting they vote in favour of
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Polar bear play tours schools
A PLAY about a polar bear and his melting home is touring the area's primary schools. A Quest for Percy is being acted out in 22 schools around Lewisham and Deptford by actors from Montagna Education Productions and the Simple 8 Theatre Company. The
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Mead not as solid as Rock
East Thurrock United 3-0 Thamesmead Town Thamesmead's erratic form continued as they lost 3-0 away to East Thurrock united on a rain lashed evening in Essex. The Mead were met by a well drilled and organised side who finished excellently, however
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Bikers to share London's red route bus lanes
MOTORCYCLISTS will be able to use red route bus lanes in London from January. Under plans unveiled by Boris Johnson they will be able to share the lanes with buses, cyclists and licensed black taxis on a trial basis for 18 months. If
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Mottingham Woods clear up needs volunteers
A ENVIRONMENTAL volunteer group is appealing for help in clearing a prickly problem from a patch of woodland. Friends of Mottingham Woods was set up two and half years ago and has embarked on a new project to clear up the woods, making way
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Greenwich garden competition winners presented award
A TROPHY for the winners of a garden competition has been awarded to two pensioners. Pat Lawrence, 73, and Jim McInally, 69, of Serica Court, in Greenwich High Road, won joint first place in this year’s gardening competition Greenwich in Bloom.
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Eco-friendly homes plan submitted
PLANS for an eco-friendly housing development have been submitted to Lewisham Council. London property developer, Loromah Estates Ltd, is proposing 76 apartments on derelict land behind Tyson Road and Honor Oak Road in Forest Hill. Building features
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Alert: A new species of humanoid life has been formally classified!
We've all met them; The medical receptionist; the male or, more commonly female who sits controlling the access to our GP, our surgeon, or just about any medical practitioner. Without the barest of medical knowledge nor permission they sit
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Princess Royal University Hospital struggling to treat all patients
OPERATING theatres set to close this month at the Orpington Treatment Centre will now be kept open until next year to cope with a backlog of patients. Bromley Hospitals’ NHS Trust has 200 orthopaedic, 100 general surgery and 50 ear, nose and
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Fire which killed Belvedere girl not suspicious
A FLAT fire which claimed the life of a five-year-old girl and left her mother and three-year-old brother critically ill in hospital is no longer being treated as suspicious, police have said. The youngsters and their mother, who is in her
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THE GREAT ERASTUS TREASURE HUNT 2 - CLUE 3
Greetings, Treasure Hunters. It is time for Clue 3, which is 007-related. Study the following series of letters and numbers and tell me the name of the artiste that sang the theme tune of the Bond film in which these characters appeared together
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That'll be the day for Eddery runner
THE Sports Investor Bet of the Day for Tuesday is a five point win bet on horse number six Buddy Holly in the 4.10 at Yarmouth at odds of around 4/1. Pat Eddery trains this three-year-old colt, who is partnered by champion elect Ryan Moore. He finished
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Mixed results for Blackheath & Bromley in Kent League
THE latest round of the Kent Cross Country League took place at Mote Park, Maidstone, and again produced a mixed set of results for Blackheath & Bromley. After winning the opening match of the season the Senior Women were not at full strength
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On This Day
On this day in... 1636 – Harvard University was founded. It was the first university in America. 1914 – George Eastman of Eastman Kodak Company, announced the introduction of the colour photographic process. 1998 – Tom Cruise was turned away from his
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Music makes the world go around
Music, they say, makes the word go around. It certainly makes it a more tuneful place (unless you’re anywhere near an X factor audition) and we all love to listen to, hum along to or even sing along to music of some description. So I thought that
