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Thu, 04 Feb 2021 08:51:56 +0000
Police appeal after man punched to ground in Clapham
Police have released CCTV footage which shows a man being punched in the face in Clapham.

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Over 100 distracted drivers caught in Surrey and Sussex
Road police in Surrey and Sussex said they had recorded almost 150 distracted driving offences in five days in January spent monitoring several motorways in the region.

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 08:28:55 +0000
Appeal after reports of man in River Thames in Chertsey
Police are searching the Thames in Chertsey following reports of a person in the river yesterday evening.

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Newland House School joins pupil wellbeing programme
A Twickenham school is leading the way in supporting pupils’ mental health and wellbeing during the pandemic, using digital technology.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 18:32:22 +0000
Covid conspiracist Hannah Dean banned from hospitals
A woman who was fined over filming apparently empty corridors in an effort to prove Covid-19 is a hoax has now been banned from visiting hospitals.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 17:01:48 +0000
Where is my nearest Covid vaccination centre? NHS produce map
This map reveals all the coronavirus vaccines sites, as it was announced the number of jabs given in the UK has now passed 10 million.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 11:47:29 +0000
Croydon council gets loan after 'serious failings' found
A government review into the financial collapse of Croydon Council exposes serious failings in management and leadership at the authority.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:45:00 +0000
When will lockdown end in England? What are the rules?
All of the UK is under a lockdown to try to bring down the rate of coronavirus and protect the NHS.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 13:48:24 +0000
Covid: First look at emergency testing in Pollards Hill
Footage shows residents being tested in Pollards Hill as the government ramps up its measures to stop the spread of Covid-19.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:32:27 +0000
Nadhim Zahawi speaks of uncle's last moments at St Helier
Vaccine minister Nadhim Zahawi has opened up about his uncles last moments at St Helier Hospital.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 17:12:15 +0000
Richmond slams government plan for fast-track developments
Richmond Council have slammed the government's latest fast-track rules for the approval of new developments in the UK.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 15:11:03 +0000
Matt Hancock defends Chris Whitty branding TikTok user 'pathetic
The footage, which is undated, was uploaded to social media platform TikTok and was recorded near Westminster.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 13:32:04 +0000
'Inadequate' Covid vaccine supply concerns for SW London GPs
GP leaders in South West London have expressed their concerns over "inadequate" supplies of Covid-19 vaccine doses at their clinics, fearing the shots are being redirected to mass vaccination centres at their expense.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 13:07:37 +0000
Suspect Shepperton burglar arrested as huge item list found
A suspected burglar from Shepperton was arrested by police recently who posted a remarkable list of items they said had been recovered as part of their investigation.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 11:30:17 +0000
Council tax rise in new budget for Kingston
Council tax in Kingston is set to go up by the maximum possible 4.99 per cent this year.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 08:44:45 +0000
Mixed views in Surrey amid enhanced coronavirus testing
Targeted coronavirus testing has been rolled out in Surrey as authorities work to contain the spread of the South African variant.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Surrey policeman wins award with new drug dealing approach
A police officer working in Runnymede has won a prestigious award after developing an innovative approach to drug dealing on an Addlestone estate.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:25:15 +0000
Council fly flag in memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore
Merton Council will mark the memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore by flying their flag at half-mast today.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:13:04 +0000
Talented teacher inspires Richmond students thorough breakdancing
Meet the talented Richmond teacher ‘breaking’ stereotypes.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:22:10 +0000
Captain Sir Tom Moore: A life in pictures
The WW2 veteran captured the nation’s hearts last year when he made 100 laps of his garden to raise money for the NHS.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:21:57 +0000
Talented teacher inspires Richmond students thorough breakdancing
Meet the talented Richmond teacher ‘breaking’ stereotypes.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:26:36 +0000
Stray cat becomes artist's lockdown model
A feline intruder got more than a saucer of milk when it visited an artist’s home in Hampton Wick.

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 11:19:08 +0000
University of Roehampton signs partnership with Richmond upon Thames College
A school and university in South West London are working together to create more opportunities for students in the arts.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 16:09:58 +0000
Captain Sir Tom Moore: national hero dies, aged 100
The 100-year-old charity fundraiser was taken to hospital on Sunday, after being treated for pneumonia and tested positive for Covid-19.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 08:23:03 +0000
Coronavirus: South African variant found in Pollards Hill
A person has tested positive for the South African variant of coronavirus in Mitcham.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 16:42:06 +0000
Croydon woman's home food wows Big Tobz and Lethal Bizzle
A Croydon woman who lost her job in the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic is wowing Londoners including a host of household names with her home cooking takeaways.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Royal Mail issues scam warning to UK customers
Royal Mail has warned people to watch out for various scams currently doing the rounds.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 10:58:03 +0000
Woman rushed to hospital after crash in Surbiton
A woman was rushed to hospital after a car flipped onto its side in a crash on St James Road in Surbiton Monday (February 1).

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:58:56 +0000
Flood warning for Chertsey, people encouraged to take action
A flood warning has been issued for parts of Chertsey after heavy rainfall as residents were warned by authorities to take "immediate action" to address the dangers on Tuesday (February 2).

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Full list of Covid symptoms - including Covid tongue
People with Covid-19 have reported a wide range of symptoms – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 13:16:50 +0000
Call for volunteers in Surrey to test against Covid variant
Surrey’s Local Resilience Forum (SLRF) are looking for volunteers to help test for the South African coronavirus variant in Egham.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 11:44:49 +0000
Kingston Uni study finds flaws in government PPE sourcing
A study published by researchers at Kingston University (KU) uncovered major shortfalls in the government's sourcing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers on the frontlines of the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic in t...

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:51:05 +0000
Whitehall Historic House celebrated after 500-years in Cheam
A NEW book celebrating the beauty of Whitehall Historic House has been launched in collaboration with Sutton Council and Sutton Mencap.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 08:45:51 +0000
Man stabbed near Tamworth House Medical Centre
A 43-year-old man has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries after he was stabbed in broad daylight.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 15:37:08 +0000
St Helier Hip Fracture Unit tops the table for eighth year
Elderly patients who are admitted to St Helier Hospital are receiving some of the best care in the country, according to a new national report.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:00:47 +0000
Test centre set for Pollards Hill amid South African variant
A NEW test centre is set to open in Merton this week in a bid to prevent the spread of the South African Variant.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:35:21 +0000
Sutton heroes to be recognised in online awards
Sutton Community Awards is set to take place virtually this week.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 11:52:36 +0000
Fifteen people caught gathering in Chiswick restaurant
Officers cracked down on a restaurant gathering in Chiswick High Road last Friday (January 29) which was in breach of COVID-19 rules.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 11:02:18 +0000
Rescue operation following shop fire in Balham High Road
Firefighters saved two people from a fire at a shop on Balham High Road last night (Feb 1)

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 16:31:56 +0000
RECAP: Matt Hancock confirms 90% of over 80s have had Covid jab
Stay with us for updates as Matt Hancock gives a Covid vaccine update to the nation.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 15:03:42 +0000
Elliot Colburn slams council over company's network failure
Carshalton and Wallington MP Elliot Colburn has slammed the council over it's repeated service blackouts at New Mill Quarter in Hackbridge.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 14:20:25 +0000
Covid: Three skin conditions could be first signs of virus
A new medical study has revealed three skin conditions could be the first signs a person has contracted Covid-19.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:43:23 +0000
Man stabbed and seriously injured in New Malden
A man was stabbed and suffered severe injuries in what police described as a 'brutal' attack in New Malden on Thursday night (January 28).

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:29:17 +0000
Flooding possible in South West London as alerts issued
A number of new flood alerts and one flood warning were issued for areas of South West London on Monday (February 1) after further rainfall heightened the possibility of flooding in the region.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:30:00 +0000
British Gas workers strike in New Malden
British Gas workers are continuing to strike in New Malden over a "fire and re-hire" contract they say is being forced on them by parent company Centrica.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 12:22:21 +0000
Selhurst Park now hosting Covid vaccine clinic
Selhurst Park stadium is now hosting a vaccination centre to help with ongoing efforts to roll Covid-19 vaccinations in the community.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 12:29:56 +0000
Posties strike after 'covid breach' at Wimbledon office
A strike took place last week at the Wimbledon delivery office after claims a member of management refused to self-isolate despite being advised to by the NHS.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:30:00 +0000
ITV doctor explains side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine
Dr Hilary Jones has said that 50 per cent of people who've had the Covid vaccine have reported a common side effect after getting their jab.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 12:34:49 +0000
SA variant: 'Surge testing' to begin in Surrey & London
Urgent door-to-door testing for the South Africa variant is to start in parts of England, including London, after untraceable cases of coronavirus have been found.

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:12:24 +0000
Two charged after robbery in Wallington
TWO young men have been charged following a robbery in Wallington last week.



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