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Wed, 21 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
New cafe opening in Kingston today creates new jobs
A new cafe opening on Thames Street in Kingston today (Wednesday, April 21) will be owned by a Kingstonian resident and has created 10 new jobs in the town, its backers have said.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:48:00 +0100
Sam Potter: Surrey teenager died 'after uni drinking game'
An undergraduate student from Hersham in Surrey died after a university rugby club drinking game went tragically wrong, an inquest into his death has heard.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:11:05 +0100
8 London filming locations perfect for Netflix’s Bridgerton
Raunchy period drama Bridgerton will return for a second, third and fourth series, it has been confirmed.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 13:18:14 +0100
Police make arrest after newborn lamb goes missing in Epsom
Police have arrested a person and appealed for information after a newborn lamb was reported missing in Epsom this morning (Tuesday, April 20).

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 10:19:15 +0100
Grieving Queen 'distracted' by two new companions at Windsor Castle
One Wednesday, the Queen will celebrate her 95th birthday, days after Prince Philip's funeral.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 10:09:20 +0100
Sunny weather set to stay in south London for coming week
The sunny weather is set to stay in south east London for the coming week, the Met Office has said.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:42:00 +0100
Esher Tandoori donates hundreds of meals through pandemic
A family-run Indian/Bangladeshi takeaway restaurant in Esher has been at the heart of community efforts to help people through the pandemic.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 20:07:02 +0100
Firefighters scrambled to 'burnt tortilla' in Epsom
Emergency services including a fire crew and police were called to reports of smoke billowing from a property in Epsom's Capitol Square over the weekend (April 17) that is now thought to have been caused by burnt tortilla chips.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 18:35:03 +0100
Londoners warned against dangers of processionary moths
Londoners are being warned on the dangers of coming into contact with a type of pest caterpillar scientists say carries health risks to humans.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:14:10 +0100
New date for Gary Barlow in Kingston this September
Pop legend Gary Barlow will play three shows in Kingston on a single day this September, the singer has confirmed.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:23:48 +0100
Gallery: Thousands march in London 'Kill the Bill' protest
Thousands of demonstrators marched through central London this weekend (April 17) to protest the government's Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:27:33 +0100
More than 300 plans for skyscrapers approved across London
Love them or loathe them, it looks like despite a significant slowdown in building skyscrapers during the spring and summer in 2020, there was not the downturn feared because of the pandemic.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 12:37:21 +0100
Boris Johnson vows European Super League 'doesn’t go ahead' as planned
Speaking to reporters on a campaign visit to Gloucestershire, Mr Johnson said: “I don’t like the look of these proposals.”

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 10:49:36 +0100
Surrey man fined for stealing ink cartridges in Berks and Bucks
His name has been printed on court lists.

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 10:48:45 +0100
Cases of new Indian Covid-19 variant detected in London
Cases of the new Indian variant of Covid-19 have been detected in London, as the health crisis worsens in India.

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 14:53:53 +0100
Queen wipes away tears after Prince Philip's funeral
The Queen was pictured wiping away a tear during the procession following an emotional funeral for Prince Philip's funeral on Saturday, leaving viewers heartbroken.

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100
TUI boss 'optimistic' Brits can enjoy a summer holiday abroad
TUI’s boss was confident the summer holiday season could be saved.

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100
More than 100 areas in England see rise in Covid rates on pub reopening weekend
More than 100 areas in England are experiencing a rise in Covid-19 infection rates as pubs reopen.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 16:24:12 +0100
Aldi take hilarious M&S swipe over Colin the Caterpillar row
M&S has started legal proceedings against supermarket rival, Aldi, taking issue with the budget chain’s Cuthbert the Caterpillar.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0100
10 outdoor bars and terraces with scenic views in London
Looking for a new place to enjoy a drink and some food following the restriction ease? Then look no further.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 12:48:00 +0100
Prince Philip: Final prep for Duke of Edinburgh's funeral
Final preparations for the Duke of Edinburgh's funeral have begun ahead of the Queen and her family saying their farewells to Philip.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Ranked: Top five beautiful places to visit in Surrey
With new Covid-19 infection rates remaining low at present and warmer (and hopefully sunnier) weather ahead, what better time to get out into Surrey's most beautiful green spaces?

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 18:11:00 +0100
Prince Philip: A Covid-secure royal funeral like no other
The Queen has bid a final farewell to her beloved husband in an intimate Covid-secure funeral like no other at St George's Chapel.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 13:11:22 +0100
Just half of care staff vaccinated in south London borough
Only half of staff at care homes for older adults have been vaccinated in a London borough where surge testing is taking place to try to curb the spread of a coronavirus variant.

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Prince Philip funeral: How the Queen and her husband met and fell in love
The small service will be attended by 30 guests, including Her Majesty, as her husband of more than 70 years is laid to rest.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:57:28 +0100
National Offer Day: Can you appeal? Advice for parents
The nervous wait for parents is finally over, but what if your child isn't accepted into their school of choice?

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 18:18:01 +0100
Wandsworth pub named in top 10 beer gardens in England
A pub in South West London has been named in a list of top beer gardens in England.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 13:54:50 +0100
Walton's QEII reservoir to be drained, causing road closures
The gigantic QEII reservoir in Walton is set to be drained later this month, bring road closures in the area during the summer, Thames Water have said.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 11:23:19 +0100
Surrey dog's 'miracle' recovery from cancer surgery
A Surrey dog facing near-certain amputation amid a battle against cancer has been praised for her 'miracle' recovery from serious surgery.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 10:50:44 +0100
The Queen's message to the public in wake of Prince Philip's death
A Buckingham Palace spokesperson has delivered a message on behalf of the Queen in response to the outpouring of support.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:13:26 +0100
South London bus strikes: TfL lists affected routes
A London bus driver strike will go ahead on Thursday after talks aimed at resolving a dispute over pay and conditions ended without agreement.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 09:09:23 +0100
Gross misconduct for Met officer over Wimbledon trains
A Met Police officer who later resigned has been found guilty of misconduct travelling to and from Wimbledon train station without a ticket.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:40:30 +0100
Large queues form in south London for variant surge testing
Larges queues have formed in south London as hundreds of thousands more are being urged to get tested to try and stamp out a "concerning" strain of the virus which causes Covid-19.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 16:56:03 +0100
Latest Covid-19 infection rates for southwest London
With lockdown restrictions having eased this week, coronavirus infection rates are still relatively low across southwest London – though Croydon has recorded a small rise in cases.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:56:41 +0100
Appeal to find missing 17-year-old girl from Kingston
Met Police in Kingston issued an urgent appeal for information this morning regarding the whereabouts of a missing teenager from Kingston.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 12:40:50 +0100
Amazing US school bus motor home up for raffle in Surrey
The couple behind an incredible motor home conversion based around an authentic yellow school bus from the US are holding a raffle to find it a new owner.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 11:08:43 +0100
M25 hit with long delays after fire closes three lanes
There are reports of delays of up to 45 minutes on the M25 this morning after a vehicle fire near junction 6.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:55:03 +0100
Six-year-old seriously injuries in Leatherhead lorry crash
A six-year-old boy is thought to have suffered life-changing injuries in a crash involving a heavy goods vehicle in Leatherhead yesterday evening (April 14), police have said.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:13:34 +0100
London Mayor election: What do the opinion polls say?
Sadiq Khan remains the favourite to win the London Mayor election, according to the latest opinion polling.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:49:27 +0100
New study reveals pothole hotspots across London
A NEW study has revealed the London boroughs which are classed as hotspots for potholes.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:35:05 +0100
New Malden British Gas strikers near the bitter end
British Gas field engineers from New Malden and elsewhere protested in Windsor today (Wednesday, April 14) as the ultimatum over contract negotiations with parent company Centrica loomed.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 14:31:00 +0100
Capital Studios to reopen cinema with huge indoor beach
The UK’s leading experiential cinema venue Backyard Cinema is set to reopen in south London next month.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 08:36:32 +0100
South London: Covid variants could slow lockdown easing
Rapid spread of coronavirus variants could necessitate the reimposition of lockdown measures, a scientist advising the Government said.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 14:56:19 +0100
Matt Hancock: Covid vaccine could be 'condition of employment' in care homes
A five-week consultation has been launched as Mr Hancock said the government had “a duty of care to those most vulnerable to Covid-19”.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:56:20 +0100
Supercars spotted in Weybridge for new TV show
A host of supercars including Ferraris, Lamborghinis and Porsches were spotted in Weybridge recently filming a soon-to-air TV show.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:55:27 +0100
Woman handed ban after drink-driving crash in Chertsey
A woman has been banned for driving for a year after she crashed into a parked lorry while over the alcohol limit.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:44:55 +0100
Father describes horrific Bushy Park dog attack at Easter
A father has spoken out about his family’s “horrendous” ordeal after his wife and 9-year-old daughter were mauled by a dangerous dog while taking part in an Easter egg hunt.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:52:57 +0100
The simple mistake that could be costing you hundreds on your car insurance
Despite lockdown restrictions, the number of drivers with penalty points only fell by 3% annually in March.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:14:20 +0100
5 historic buildings being turned into homes in London
London has a great deal of iconic buildings, with many being transformed into luxurious homes.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 13:21:00 +0100
Video shows large fire at Shepperton garden centre
A large fire has broken out at a garden centre in Shepperton, fire services in the area have confirmed.



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