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Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Mascots race announced for Epsom Family Fun Day
Beloved mascots from some of the most iconic sports teams in the region will race each other at Epsom Downs Racecourse this bank holiday Monday (August 30).

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Croydon mum calls for more playtime help for autistic kids
A mum from Croydon is speaking out as she seeks better support for autistic kids outside of school.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Host Unusual's staycation places to stay near south London
Four of the most unusual residencies in the world are within driving distance from south London - and you can go and stay in them.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
August bank holiday deals: Currys PC World and Carphone Warehouse and AO
We’ve compiled a list of some of the best offers available on electrical goods this August Bank Holiday weekend.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Asda, M&S, Aldi: Where to find the cheapest, most sustainable school uniforms
How handy would it be to compare all the school uniform essentials across all stores in one table to see what is cheapest? Now you can!

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:05:56 +0100
Police name Kai Davis as man fatally stabbed in Kingston
Police have named a 22-year-old man as the victim of a fatal stabbing in Kingston town centre on Saturday (August 21).

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:38:35 +0100
Man stabbed outside Balham underground
A man was stabbed near Balham underground station last night (Tuesday, August 24), police have stabbed.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
South London man paralysed in crash targeting Le Mans
A south London man is hoping to take part in the first ever all-disabled team to compete in the Le Mans 24 Hour after recovering from a motorcycle crash that left him paralysed.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:36:59 +0100
M25 anticlockwise traffic: Crash between car and HGV
A driver has been taken to hospital following a crash between a car and an HGV on the M25.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:49:21 +0100
Costa Coffee issue warning to customers amid supply delays
This follows in the footsteps of Nando’s, McDonalds, KFC and Greggs who have all issued statements regarding stock issues.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 09:02:08 +0100
Asda, Tesco and Morrisons issue urgent product recall amid salmonella warning
Salmonella infection usually causes diarrhoea, fever and stomach cramps.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Brexit issues could mean pigs in blankets are off the menu for Christmas 2021
Last year it was Covid-19 altering our Christmas plans but in 2021 its Brexit that could change the festive traditions.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Tesco, Asda, Aldi and more: August Bank Holiday supermarket opening hours
With the bank holiday approaching this weekend in England and Wales, many supermarkets will be working on reduced hours.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:30:00 +0100
National Dog Day: Most dog-friendly beaches in the UK
ShowersToYou have been searching to find the best rated dog friendly beaches in the UK so you can take your pup for a celebratory beach walk tomorrow.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:14:55 +0100
Baby on Nirvana's 'Nevermind' sues for sexual exploitation
The lawsuit alleges neither he nor his legal guardians consented to the image or “any images of Spencer or of his likeness”.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0100
Asda, M&S, Aldi: Where to find the cheapest, most sustainable school uniforms
How handy would it be to compare all the school uniform essentials across all stores in one table to see what is cheapest? Now you can!

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:13:50 +0100
Sexual assaults on London buses spark Sutton CCTV appeal
A string of "despicable" sexual assaults on London buses has triggered police to issue a CCTV appeal.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 11:16:57 +0100
Milkshake shortage as McDonald’s hit by supply chain issues
Fast food giant McDonald’s has run out of milkshakes in south London due to supply chain problems.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 19:34:43 +0100
New Mayor's walking tour shows off Kingston's history
Every London borough contains a wealth of historical wonders and tales, yet few (perhaps none?) boast as many beguiling historical set pieces and secrets as Kingston.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 11:12:00 +0100
M25 crash: Three dead and two arrested
Three people have died and two drivers have been arrested after a serious collision involving a lorry, a minibus and a car on the M25 in Essex.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Covid antibody tests to launch across the UK today - how to book
Here’s what you need to know about the programme and who is eligible for a test.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 11:16:24 +0100
New 'Covid-22' variant will be a 'big problem for the coming year'
The scientist, who is based in Europe, warned the new strain could become the most dangerous and warned we face a “big risk”.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 19:06:55 +0100
Extinction Rebellion climate activists arrested in London
At least eight people have been arrested at protests in London demanding urgent action on the climate crisis organised by Extinction Rebellion (XR).

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:41:05 +0100
'Hardest hit' by Covid, ICU at Croydon to get new beds
Croydon Hospital's Intensive Care Unit (ICU) will undergo a multi-million pound refurbishment after new funding was secured for the facility.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:22:28 +0100
Two cars stolen on single night in Oxted
An investigation has been launched after two cars were stolen on a single night in Oxted, just south of the M25 in Surrey.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Interview with Surrey care worker on life in lockdown
Georgia Richardson, assistant locality manager for Dimensions in Surrey, said she'd tried 9-5 office jobs before but they just weren't for her.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 17:35:03 +0100
Epsom Hospital new campaign shows young people Covid risks
Epsom Hospital have joined other NHS Trusts for a new promotional video that documents the dangers of Covid-19 and urges young people in particular to get vaccinated against the virus.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:21:16 +0100
Norbury house fire Pollards Hill South: 40 fighters attend
A fire broke out at a house in Norbury this morning (Monday).

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 10:51:05 +0100
London Met Office weather August bank holiday: Sun forecast
It's been a long time coming, but London is finally in for some sun at the end of this week.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:21:23 +0100
Covid-19 travel testing companies have misleading price
Health secretary Sajid Javid has warned people to look out for travel testing companies who may be taking advantage of holidaymakers, Press Association has reported.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:15:54 +0100
Love Island’s Liam and Millie are betting favourites to win the ITV2 show
Liam Reardon and Millie Court enter the Love Island final as the odds-on favourites with Ladbrokes.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 09:40:17 +0100
Love Island final 2021: Everything you need to know before you watch
Everything you need to know before watching the Love Island final tonight, including who is in the final, how long Love Island will be on tonight and what time it starts.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 11:29:07 +0100
Social worker sent indecent video of a child to group chat
A former social worker from Catford who accidentally sent an indecent video of a child to colleagues in a WhatsApp group chat has pleaded guilty to a multiple charges.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 14:05:38 +0100
Croydon: Four arrested after modern slavery raids
Four people including a woman from Croydon have been arrested by police targeting modern day slavery.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:40:33 +0100
Two injured in Surbiton crash
Roads were brought to a standstill in Surbiton on Friday (August 20) as emergency services responded to a crash on Victoria Road.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:11:51 +0100
Croydon Oddfellows seek to challenge Covid isolation
The social and mental impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and its associated lockdowns is now familiar with Britons everywhere.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Blue Moon: How to see the rare Sturgeon full moon
Here's everything you need to know about when, how and where to see the last full moon of the summer.

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Harry Potter, Meghan Markle's first date and more - 10 UK attractions to visit
The UK’s top attractions draw in millions of tourists each year but the majority of Brits have not discovered some bucket list destinations on their doorsteps.

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 18:17:19 +0100
Two arrests in murder probe after fatal Kingston stabbing
Two men aged 18 and 19 have been arrested in an investigation into a fatal stabbing in Kingston on Saturday (August 21).

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 17:45:58 +0100
Surbiton veteran nominated for inspiration award
A veteran from Surbiton who suffered brain injuries while serving in Iraq has been nominated for a prestigious armed forces award.

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 12:31:18 +0100
Extinction Rebellion targeting London with protests
Environmental protest group Extinction Rebellion (XR) will stage a series of protests in London starting Monday (Monday, August 23).

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 10:46:10 +0100
Man arrested after fatal stabbing in Kingston
Multiple police cordons blocked off several areas in Kingston town centre this morning (Saturday, August 21) amid reports of violence in recent hours.

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and more: 10 places kids can eat free in August
It can be hard to budget your money during the holidays, big chains are offering a helping hand with great deals meaning kids can eat for free.

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Calls for UK firms to give employees paid leave when their pet dies
The policy would encourage employers to give paid leave to staff if their per dies.

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0100
10 foods to help boost your immune system
As you head to the supermarket for your next shop, it might be worth picking up a few of these immune system boosters.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:12:30 +0100
Streatham terror attack could've been stopped, inquest finds
The Streatham terror attack may have been prevented had home-grown jihadi Sudesh Amman been recalled to prison before he struck, an inquest jury has concluded.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:07:32 +0100
Clarion exposed for appalling conditions on second Mitcham estate
A Wimbledon Times investigation has revealed the disgraceful living conditions which residents in a housing block in Mitcham, south London, say they have been left to deal with for more than a decade.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 10:27:15 +0100
Man buys van from Ebay and turns it into perfect campervan
A MAN has transformed a tiny van from eBay into a luxury campervan during lockdown.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 07:59:13 +0100
Climate change: green space project to launch in Sutton
Sutton Council has announced the borough could be home to a new set of green spaces.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 11:01:00 +0100
Your Local Guardian and NatWest South East Business Awards winners
Your Local Guardian has teamed up with NatWest to find our brightest businesses.



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