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McMahon furious as Mead slip to second defeat in three days
In his programme notes Keith McMahon described Brentwood as one of his pre season title favourites and it was clear to see by their performance on Tuesday night, but the Mead boss will be furious that his side did not grab at least a point from
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WELLING: Football club handed temporary reprieve by court
WELLING United have been granted a 14-week adjournment on the winding-up petition served on the club by HMRC. The Wings initially owed the taxman £90,000 but had already paid off around half of that figure ahead of today’s hearing at the Royal
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BEXLEY: New school in the running for top building award
A NEW Bexley primary school is making waves in the construction world with its innovative design features and sustainability. Upton Primary School in Upton Road, Bexley, has already won the 2010 London Building Excellence award in the best educational
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THAMESMEAD: Volunteers help the wildlife to breathe
IT has been a summer of canal cleaning in Thamesmead for residents and staff from Trust Thamesmead. The trust has teamed up with waterways charity Thames21 to try and rid the canals which crisscross the town, of rubbish as well as excessive
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LEWISHAM: People invited to attend events during Black History Month
A BOROUGH is celebrating Black History Month with a series of events. Lewisham will be hosting various activities from storytelling to arts and crafts to celebrate the culture, history and achievements of black and ethnic minority communities. A
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BROMLEY: Bromley South to get lift access before Olympics
LIFT access is finally set to be installed at a major transport hub in time for the Olympic Games. Campaign group Access All Areas petitioned the Department for Transport more than a year ago demanding Bromley South station be fully accessible
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COMPETITION: Win photo shoot and makeover from Nikki Waterlow Photography
HAVE you got a gorgeous, expensive dress you never get the chance to wear? Nikki Waterlow Photography is encouraging you to free your frocks with its new photography makeover shoot Dress and Drama. The aim is to take you and your dress
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LEWISHAM: Mayor urges people to donate to Pakistan Floods Appeal
A MAYOR is urging people to join him in donating to the Pakistan Floods Appeal. Mayor of Lewisham Sir Steve Bullock said: “We have all been shocked by the terrible devastation caused by the floods and the suffering it has brought to millions and I
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CRYSTAL PALACE: St John Ambulance volunteers thank football fans
VOLUNTEERS for a first aid charity have shown their gratitude to football supporters for paying off their debts. When Crystal Palace Football Club went into administration earlier this year, St John Ambulance was left £16,000 in debt. Fans of the
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BEXLEYHEATH: Pub cellar is among the best in Britain
A BEXLEY pub has made it into the finals of one of the country’s top pub awards. The Yacht pub in Long Lane, Bexleyheath, is in the final eight of the best cellar category in this year’s Great British Pub awards run by the industry’s trade
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BEXLEY: Campaign launched to praise young people
A NEW campaign has been launched in London to try and combat the negative image of young people. The 99 per cent campaign, launched by the London Serious Youth Violence Board, will highlight the fact that, contrary to popular belief, less than one per
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DARTFORD: Ross Noble heads to The Orchard with his Nonsensory Overload show
FOLLOWING the success of last year’s 160 date THINGS tour, which filled arena’s Down Under, becoming the biggest live stand-up comedy gig in Australian history, Ross Noble heads to The Orchard, Dartford, with his new show Nonsensory Overload next month
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DARTFORD: Jimmy Carr brings his Laughter Therapy show to The Orchard
IF YOU'VE got a sick sense of humour then maybe laughter is the best medicine and Jimmy Carr will be on hand at The Orchard to administer your recommended dose. Laughter Therapy is Jimmy's ninth solo show and there are still a limited number
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SLADE GREEN: Man fined for carrying scrap metal without a licence
A MAN stopped while taking scrap metal to an industrial estate for disposal has been fined for not having a licence. Niaz Malik was driving his van full of metal piping, household radiators and scrap along Ray Lamb Way, Slade Green, towards the Darent
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BROMLEY: Sexually transmitted infections second lowest in capital
NEW figures show the borough has one of the lowest rates of sexually transmitted infections in the capital. According to stats by the Health Protection Agency, 610 out of every 100,000 people in Bromley were last year recorded as having an STI.
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LEWISHAM & GREENWICH: Figures show sexually transmitted infections
FIGURES have been revealed showing poor sexual health in the area. The capital has the highest rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in England, according to the Health Protection Agency. Figures for 2009 show Greenwich has the 12th highest
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GRAVESEND: Council to decide on next phase of housing development
A DEVELOPER has applied for permission to build 195 new homes in the third phase of a huge housing project. Gravesham Council’s regulatory board will decide on Moat Housing Group Ltd’s application for Christianfields Avenue in Gravesend at a meeting
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DARTFORD: Shakespeare 4 Kidz present A Midsummer Night's Dream at The Orchard
FAIRIES and fun, royalty and romance, magic and misunderstandings - A Midsummer Night’s Dream has them all and more. The Bard’s comedy gets a magical transformation from Shakespeare 4 Kidz, whose musical version has proved a huge hit every
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ELTHAM: Visitors invited to Art Deco Fair at Eltham Palace
PEOPLE who are interested in the 1930’s are being invited to an art deco fair. English Heritage’s event will be taking place at Eltham Palace in Court Road, Eltham. The two day event begins on September 11 from 10am to 5pm. Visitors can browse
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SWANLEY: Accountants win top national award
AN ACCOUNTANCY firm is celebrating after winning a prestigious national award. Gary Sargeant + Company, which is based in White Oak Square in London Road, Swanley, won the Practice of the Year title at the Sage Accounting Awards. The firm
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MOVIE REVIEW: Grown Ups *
ADAM Sandler used to be funny. 10 years ago he was putting out comedies like Happy Gilmore where his brand of barely caged anarchic humour was enough to cover for the predictability of his film’s plot lines. But as time went on, he never
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STYLE ADVICE: Colour me autumnal
Summer is over for another year, so it’s time to say farewell to those long summer nights and hello to cosy nights in and snug winter warmers. Before the winter blues set in, why not give yourself a complete seasonal makeover with a fabulous new hair
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SLADE GREEN: Construction apprentice scoops two awards
AN Erith man has just been crowned a construction training college’s Apprentice of the Year Jason Cade, 21, of Slade Green Road, Slade Green, was one of 17 apprentices rewarded by the National Construction College East at a ceremony at the college in
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INTERVIEW: Charles Ross talks about his One Man Lord Of The Rings show
Charles Ross talks to Matthew Jenkin about his latest one man version of the Lord Of The Rings films. NO PROPS, no set. With just one ring to rule them all and one man to play them all, Charles Ross’s version of Peter Jackson’s epic Lord Of
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CHARLTON & ABBEY WOOD: 34-year-old man denies murdering Irene Barrett
A 34-YEAR-OLD man has denied the murder of an 88-year-old great-grandmother. Daniel Franklin, of Felixstowe Road, Abbey Wood, pleaded not guilty when he appeared at the Old Bailey via videolink today (August 25). He was remanded in custody to
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BROMLEY: Police warning over bogus charity bag collectors
HOUSEHOLDERS are being urged to be wary of bogus charity bag collectors. The police warning comes following an increasing number of reports of donated clothing being removed from doorsteps before it can be collected by charity street collectors.
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GREENWICH: People invited to share Blitz memories
PEOPLE who experienced the Blitz are invited to share their memories. Firepower, the Royal Artillery Museum in Woolwich and the University of Greenwich have joined forces to hold a Blitz Witness Day for people to share their experiences with other
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GRAVESEND: Man accused of starting flat fire which trapped residents
A 20-YEAR-OLD man accused of starting a fire which trapped residents inside a block of flats has appeared in court. Robert Stillwell, of Stonewood in Bean, appeared at Dartford Magistrates’ Court on August 19 charged with arson with intent to endanger
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WOOLWICH: Shop raising money for Greenwich Starting Blocks Trust
STAFF from a Marks and Spencer store are spending 100 days raising money for charity. The store in Powis Street, Woolwich, chose Greenwich Starting Blocks Trust as its annual charity challenge. General merchandise manager Jackie Haddock said: “Last
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DARTFORD, SWANSCOMBE & ERITH: Pervert who targeted children jailed
A PERVERT has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for a string of sexual and physical attacks, some of which were against children. Ronald Falvey, aged 49, was jailed at Maidstone Crown Court on Monday (August 23) after being found guilty
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Oval honour for Lee cricket coach
A COACH from Lee has been recognised for outstanding services to grassroots cricket by David Lloyd at the recent Brit Oval England v Pakistan Test clash. Len Sales holds a number of roles in local cricket including senior development coach
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BLUEWATER: Shoppers vote to axe back office police jobs to reduce budget
BACK office jobs would be axed if Bluewater shoppers were in control of cutting £20m from the Kent police budget. Kent Police Authority, which controls the force’s finances, asked people at the shopping centre to vote on which jobs they would axe to
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Silver medal for Dartford water ace
DARTFORD water skier Damien Sharman claimed a silver medal at the European championships in Surrey. British skiers have long dominated the jump podium and with Thomas Asher injured, it was left to 2009 European champion Sharman and Jason Seels
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LEWISHAM: MP competing in Adidas Women’s 5K Challenge for charity
AN MP will be taking part in a charity run to raise awareness of women’s rights around the world. Lewisham East MP, Heidi Alexander, is competing in the Adidas Women’s 5K Challenge in Hyde Park on September 5. She will be running for the One World
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WOOLWICH: Firepower event to show home life in Second World War
A MUSEUM will mark the sacrifices made by people in the Second World War at a living history event. Firepower, The Royal Artillery Museum at Woolwich Arsenal will host the day on September 11. Called Fighting on the Home Front, it promises visitors
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Jackett pleased with response to Leeds setback
MANAGER Kenny Jackett praised the character of his Millwall side after they bounced back from defeat at Leeds with a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough in the Carling Cup second round last night. The Lions had won their first three games of the new season
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Lions chief keeps counsel on Ward
KENNY Jackett has refused to comment on speculation linking Bolton’s young star Danny Ward with a loan move to The Den. However, the Millwall boss did hint there could be a new arrival at the club soon following last night's 2-1 Carling Cup
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GREENWICH: Volunteers needed to greet people to the borough during Olympics
VOLUNTEERS are being invited to sign up to greet people to the area during the Olympics. Greenwich Council is looking for residents who are passionate about Greenwich and who want to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with visitors to the area.
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Darts smash the Bishops
DARTFORD picked up their first win of the season last night with a convinving success over Bishop's Stortford at Princes Park. There was little indication in the opening minutes Darts were about to return to the encouraging form shown during
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LEWISHAM: Demelza gets minibus at Lewisham Shopping centre
SECURITY guards have raised £20,000 for a hospice’s new minibus. The security team at Lewisham Shopping centre raised the cash through various activities including a bike ride from Eltham to Sittingbourne and tombolas at the centre. They presented
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GRAVESEND: Mum who claimed benefits to clear debts avoids prison
A MUM who falsely claimed more than £17,000 in benefits to clear some of her debts has avoided prison. Julie Hills, of Exeter Road in Gravesend, was sentenced to 120 hours community service at Dartford Magistrates’ Court on August 16 after admitting
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BLACKHEATH: Blackheath Bluecoat's GCSE delight
ONE secondary school is celebrating the best GCSE results its pupils have acheived in recent years. At Blackheath Bluecoat Church of England School in Old Dover Road, 40.3 per cent of pupils achieved five or more A* to C grades including English
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WOOLWICH: Queen Elizabeth Hospital patients suspected of Legionnaires' Disease
A HOSPITAL has revealed there have been two suspected cases of Legionnaires’ Disease in recent weeks. Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich has had two patients showing symptoms of the disease, a serious form of pneumonia caused by water-borne bacteria
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BROMLEY: Girl, 10, gets A* GCSE
GCSE success has come early for a girl who got an A* in Japanese – at age 10. Hana Broadhurst took the exam after being taught by her mother Kumiko at their home in Holligrave Road, Bromley. The Bromley High Junior School pupil took
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ST PAUL'S CRAY: Kids' club raises £200 for Great Ormond Street Hospital
YOUNGSTERS at a kids' club raised nearly £200 at a fun day for a charity which supports sick and ill children. Table tennis, face painting, hockey and a bouncy castle were among the entertainment on offer for the 50 people who turned out at
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Valley boss set to launch speaking tour
PHIL Parkinson will answer fans’ questions when he embarks on three question-and-answer sessions in the next two months. Parkinson will meet Bromley Addicks at the Bickley & Widmore Working Men’s Club, in Tylney Road, on September 23 (8pm), when admission
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PLUMSTEAD: Witness appeal after crash
POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a crash in Plumstead which has left two people critically ill in hospital. The incident happened at around 10.30pm on Sunday (August 22) when a black Vauxhall Corsa hit a parked white transit van outside
