Richmond and Twickenham Times
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:07:22 +0100Model railway club in Hounslow to host open day
Twickenham & District Model Railway Club will open its doors at Kerswell Hall, Wills Cres, Hounslow.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Pupils and parents climb Wales's highest mountain for charity
A group from Marshgate Primary School in Richmond took part in the Snowdon Summit Challenge over the weekend of July 11-12.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:01:07 +0100Gate Insure highlights specialist digital motor insurance proposition for UK Drivers
Gate Insurance Brokers Limited outlined how its specialist digital motor insurance proposition differs from larger UK insurers.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:20:00 +0100'I'm a terrible actor' - Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson joins immersive Grease
Ricky Wilson is playing Teen Angel in Grease: The Immersive Movie Musical this summer in Battersea Park - he talks about the role and his day job as frontman for the Kaiser Chiefs.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:24:17 +0100Ben Fogle and Britain's greatest adventurers to share survival tips at free event
Britain’s best-known explorers, including Ben Fogle and Monty Halls, will be appearing at Dacia's City Escape event, which runs until July 24.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:14:59 +0100Gripping Irish crime drama confirmed for a third series leaving fans 'excited'
The gripping Irish drama Kin has been confirmed to be returning for a third series leaving fans "excited" for its come back.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:40:17 +0100BBC considering closing iPlayer to those not paying TV licence fee
The BBC is considering locking down its iPlayer streaming service to those who are not paying the TV licence fee
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:50:00 +0100Tesco announces major delivery change to 'make shopping easier' from next month
Tesco shoppers will soon be able to order groceries through Uber Eats and Deliveroo while earning Clubcard points and enjoying Clubcard prices.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:24:19 +0100Popular BBC comedy drama will not return for series 3 despite cliffhanger ending
The Power of Parker, created by Car Share’s Sian Gibson and set in the early 1990s in Stockport, will not return for a third series.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Teddington RNLI respond to seven incidents in busiest week of 2026 so far
RNLI volunteers at Teddington were called out seven times in just one week during the heatwave.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Carer wins national award for outstanding support
A community care worker has won national recognition for her outstanding and compassionate support.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Historic steam railway to help celebrate Poppy Factory centenary
Hampton Kempton Waterworks Railway will celebrate The Poppy Factory’s 100th anniversary with heritage steam train rides, historic locomotive displays and family activities this September.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:44:03 +0100Starbucks confirms return of viral fan-favourite drink after 9 years away
Starbucks is bringing back its Unicorn Frappuccino after nine years.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:05:37 +0100Star-studded cast announced for BBC adaptation of popular classic
Bill Nighy and Miranda Richardson are confirmed for the cast of the new BBC adaptation of The Portrait of a Lady.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:52:31 +0100Eight in 10 Brits stick rigidly to a set morning routine
The eternal morning routine debates have been put to bed once and for all - morning showers win, getting up after the first alarm without hitting snooze is best, and coffee beats tea.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:37:53 +0100Andy Burnham scraps VAT on energy bills as households set to save from October
A welcome boost for households this autumn as the Government confirms electricity bills will be VAT free from October, putting money back into people's pockets.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:37:08 +0100Primark makes major price change 'customers can't find anywhere else'
A retail giant has announced big changes in its stores as part of a national pricing shake-up.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:14:45 +0100Only a third of travellers could explain a medical issue to a doctor abroad
Only a third of travellers feel confident they could explain a medical issue to a doctor when abroad.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:31:55 +0100Hollyoaks star quits show just two years after joining the cast as final scenes aired
Jonny Labey, who played Rex Gallagher, has left the soap after just two years on the show, with his final scenes having already aired.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:43:20 +0100McDonald's launches new McFlurry flavour that fans are in 'two minds about'
McDonald’s has launched a new Hot Honey McFlurry, which has divided opinion among customers
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:07:27 +0100Full list of MPs in Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new cabinet after reshuffle
Andy Burnham has named his first cabinet as Prime Minister after taking office on Monday (July 20).
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:35:43 +0100Burger King launches new Texas BBQ burger range – and brings back a fan favourite
Burger King UK has launched its new Texan BBQ King range for summer, alongside the return of the Bacon Caesar Collection and limited-time BOGOF offers.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:14:01 +0100Young Reporter Awards winner lands 'amazing' Open University opportunity
A Young Reporter Awards winner landed an "amazing" Open University opportunity.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:46:04 +0100Former England manager Kevin Keegan dies aged 75 after cancer diagnosis
Former England manager Kevin Keegan has died aged 75, he's family has announced.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:43:07 +0100GK Barry's top to carry drink, phone, keys and lip gloss – as women ditch handbags
Nearly one in three young women now go out without a handbag, according to new research.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:02:59 +0100Andy Burnham hints frozen £12,570 Income Tax personal allowance could increase
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has suggested the frozen £12,570 Income Tax personal allowance is on his radar after saying it was a key issue raised by voters.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:42:24 +0100Iconic fashion chain plots comeback two years after disappearing from high streets
Ted Baker was founded in Glasgow in 1988, operating around 550 stores and concessions worldwide at its peak.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:41:35 +0100Veteran journalist and 'outstanding' broadcaster Edward Stourton dies aged 68
The BBC has announced that journalist and broadcaster Edward Stourton has died at the age of 68 surrounded by his family.
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:01:54 +0100Tributes flood in for Neighbours star Terence Donovan following death aged 90
Neighbours and Home and Away star Terence Donovan has died aged 90 and fans have shared tributes.
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:34:17 +0100EastEnders star says mum ‘stable’ after being rushed to hospital during England game
EastEnders star Ross Kemp has shared that his mother is "stable" after being taken to hospital on Saturday (July 18).
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:52:48 +0100National Trust partners with Pokémon GO for its 10th anniversary
The National Trust is hoping Brits will ‘catch ‘em all’ – by partnering with Pokémon GO to celebrate the game's 10th anniversary.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:50:10 +0100More than half of Brits say making someone a cuppa is still the ultimate kind act
More than half of Brits feel making someone a cup of tea is still the ultimate act of kindness.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:47:02 +0100Seven in 10 music fans listen to the same tracks and albums again and again
Music lovers are suffering from 'tunes on a loop' - listening to the same tracks and albums over and over again.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:43:20 +0100Building society boss calls for new money emojis to represent British currency
A building society boss has called for new emojis to give more prominence to the British currency and everyday money moments.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:10:17 +0100'Beloved' Oscar-award winning and Casualty actress dies aged 81 after illness
Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker, who was known for her roles in Home Alone 2, Casualty and My Left Foot, has died at the age of 81.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:37:45 +0100Huge stars confirmed for third series of BBC’s BAFTA award-winning drama
Huge stars including David Tennant and Jo Joyner will be joining the cast of BBC's Time for its third series.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:01:46 +0100Two students recognised for innovative approach to tackling food waste
Daniela and Amélie, both 15 and from Wandsworth, secured third place in the Institute of Physics’ Eurekas competition with their project Rot-to-Watts.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:52:50 +0100Pupils and parents climb Mount Snowdon for cancer charity
The team from Marshgate Primary School in Richmond took on Mount Snowdon in Wales over the weekend of July 11 and 12.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:55:01 +0100National Lottery issues urgent warning as 1.5 million players have cash waiting
The National Lottery is urging people to check their accounts, as more than 1.5 million players have cash waiting.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:21:50 +0100Claudia Winkleman steps down from self-titled BBC chat show after just 1 series
The presenter launched The Claudia Winkleman Show on the BBC in March following her departure from Strictly Come Dancing.
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:53:14 +0100Nearly half of Brits identify as the ‘Chief Vacation Officer’ in their friend group
A poll of 2,000 adults found there are six different personalities that make up a group trip.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:43:40 +0100Almost half of Brits struggle to sleep during hot weather
Almost half of Brits struggle to sleep during hot weather - leaving them feeling tired and low on energy.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:41:40 +0100Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament have been crowned the UK’s best view
Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament have been crowned the UK’s best view, according to a poll.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:39:27 +0100Brits trapped in contracts reckon they pay £576 more than needed
Brits stuck in ‘rip-off contracts’ reckon overpriced deals are costing them £576 a year more than they should be paying.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:54:54 +0100Popular BBC comedy series with 'great cast' to end with third and final series
Daddy Issues, set and filmed in Stockport, will return to BBC iPlayer and BBC Three for a third and final series.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:55:17 +0100Fans 'devastated' after popular Radio 1 presenters dropped for new talent
Radio 1 has announced it will be dropping six of its presenters with new talent being brought in to take over their shows.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:21:08 +0100Major retailer to shut all stores in England early ahead of World Cup semi-final
Smyths has said all England branches will shut at 6pm today (July 15) to allow staff to watch the semi-final match.
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:31:42 +010016 and 17 year olds to face overnight social media curfew as part of new plans
New government plans have shared that 16-and 17-year-olds would face voluntary overnight social media curfews
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:06:17 +0100Is Spotify down? Thousands of users report issues with app and audio streaming
Thousands of users are reporting issues with Spotify (on Tuesday, July 14).
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:08:21 +0100Scott Mills topped BBC highest-paid list until he was sacked - see the top 10 earners
The former BBC Radio 2 presenter earned between £745,000 and £749,999 for the year ending March 2026.