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Thu, 27 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Nature Notes: 'One of our most attractive Spring butterflies'
One of our most attractive spring butterflies is the orange tip.

Wed, 26 May 2021 13:59:23 +0100
Sasha Johnson: Five arrests after activist shot in Peckham
Police have arrested two men and three teens on suspicion of attempted murder after a Black Lives Matter activist was shot in the head at a party in Peckham.

Wed, 26 May 2021 10:42:56 +0100
Vauxhall: Driver glasses man's face in road rage attack
A driver who glassed a man with a broken beer bottle, causing severe lacerations to his face, after a minor traffic dispute has been jailed for more than 13 years.

Wed, 26 May 2021 14:04:34 +0100
Sutton forced to rip-up pitch amid Football League promotion
Sutton United will start ripping up their all-weather 3G pitch following their promotion to the Football League after claiming the National League title on Sunday ( May 23).

Wed, 26 May 2021 11:13:02 +0100
Tea room owner speaks on indoor return to Cheam Village
It has been over one week since indoor dining resumed, and like many, this vintage tearoom couldn't wait to serve customers once again in Cheam.

Wed, 26 May 2021 16:42:51 +0100
Woman dies at Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park
A woman has died after taking ill while visiting the Isabella Plantation in Richmond Park this afternoon (Wednesday, May 26).

Wed, 26 May 2021 13:22:18 +0100
Kingston University staff decry threat of redundancies
Staff at Kingston University (KU) have spoken out against the threat of job losses amid plans for sweeping changes to the provision of some arts and humanities courses at the university.

Wed, 26 May 2021 19:49:09 +0100
New Covid-19 cases rise in Croydon amid Indian variant worry
New cases of Covid-19 rose significantly in Croydon and Reigate and Banstead according to the latest data released by Public Health England (PHE).

Wed, 26 May 2021 18:24:14 +0100
Police seek to quell concerns after Richmond stabbings
Law enforcement are seeking to quell concerns about violent crime in Richmond after a number of incidents including a fatal stabbing rocked the borough recently.

Wed, 26 May 2021 14:22:06 +0100
Surrey Police officer had relationship with abuse survivor
A former Surrey Police officer had an "inappropriate sexual relationship" with a survivor of domestic abuse while he was working on their case.

Wed, 26 May 2021 12:56:26 +0100
Centre Court Shopping Centre offer space to RSPCA
RSPCA Wimbledon has been offered 'much-needed space in the town centre to help continue their animal welfare work.

Wed, 26 May 2021 10:37:02 +0100
Unemployment set to persist in London until 2023, report finds
Employment in London may not return to pre-pandemic levels until 2023 despite strong economic growth this year, according to a new City Hall report.

Wed, 26 May 2021 10:26:05 +0100
Covid-19 vaccine rollout extends to people aged 30 and over from today
Health Secretary Matt Hancock praised the “phenomenal pace” of the vaccination programme.

Wed, 26 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
Sadiq Khan calls for clarity over Indian variant advice
Sadiq Khan has called on the Government to provide “clarity” over its guidance to people living in areas affected by the “Indian variant” of Covid-19.

Tue, 25 May 2021 11:23:21 +0100
Man, 22, speaks on 'rotten' living conditions in Mitcham
A council tenant from Mitcham has spoken out on the "unliveable" housing conditions that he and his family have been forced to live in for the past three years.

Tue, 25 May 2021 17:55:26 +0100
Wimbledon artist hits out at salon for 'gender-check'
A unisex salon in Wimbledon have further defended their decision to cancel a nail appointment for a gender-fluid customer.

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:34:48 +0100
India variant: Richmond residents told not to visit Hounslow
Richmond Council has warned residents not to travel to neighbouring Hounslow unless absolutely necessary, in line with updated government guidance.

Tue, 25 May 2021 13:37:27 +0100
New Covid cases rise over 100 per cent in Kingston
New cases of Covid-19 rose sharply in Kingston in the latest data released by Public Health England (PHE) amid concerns surrounding the new 'Indian' variant of the virus.

Tue, 25 May 2021 19:20:37 +0100
Chance to win new kit for Under 16s sports team in Croydon
A business who specialise in branding are giving the unsung heroes of junior sport in Croydon the chance of recognition and a slick new kit for their team.

Tue, 25 May 2021 18:31:00 +0100
Tim Hipperson: Fourth arrest over fatal Richmond stabbing
A fourth person has been arrested in the ongoing investigation into the murder of Tim Hipperson in Richmond last week.

Tue, 25 May 2021 17:23:55 +0100
Natural History Museum's terrifying look at human impact
A new project opening at the Natural History Museum examines the often devastating impact human beings and our systems are having on life on the planet.

Tue, 25 May 2021 17:12:07 +0100
Royal Marsden supporters fundraise over £820,000 with walk
A fundraising event saw walkers brave the wind and rain to support the Royal Marsden last week.

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:27:17 +0100
Rosehill pharmacy recognised for pandemic response
A chemist in Rosehill has shared their experience of serving the public during the coronavirus crisis.

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:10:00 +0100
James Hatfield: South London man missing over two months
Police said they are increasingly concerned for the welfare of a man reported missing from Putney in March.

Tue, 25 May 2021 10:27:49 +0100
Sadiq Khan opens Covid memorial garden in East London
A “living memorial” to Londoners who have lost their lives to Covid-19 was today opened in east London by Sadiq Khan.

Tue, 25 May 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Most dangerous areas to live in Richmond
Richmond is known as a relatively safe area, with one of the lowest crime rates in London.

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:58:16 +0100
Sasha Johnson: Activist critical after shooting in Peckham
A woman hailed as “a strong, powerful voice” in the black equal rights movement has been shot in the head, her colleagues have said.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:20:34 +0100
Sutton United celebrate victory with National League title
A video shows Sutton United celebrating as they claimed the National League title on Sunday afternoon (May 23).

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:00:46 +0100
Sutton United seal historic promotion to Football League
Sutton United have been promoted to play in the Football League for the first time in the club's history after claiming the National League title on Sunday afternoon ( May 23).

Mon, 24 May 2021 20:01:16 +0100
Opticians in Surrey raise thousands for India Covid relief
Opticians in Surrey have raised thousands of pounds to help provide oxygen to Indian hospitals still facing a devastating wave of the Covid-19 virus in their country.

Mon, 24 May 2021 19:01:05 +0100
London Councils fear surge in homelessness this summer
London Councils are expecting a sharp rise in the number of homeless people living in the capital this summer amid a housing crisis exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:08:25 +0100
Crowdfunding new gangster film shot in Selhurst Railway club
A new short film shot at Selhurst Railway Club and featuring a desperate escape attempt from a toilet stall is crowdfunding its release.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:30:00 +0100
Return to school boosts Sutton's property market
DEMAND for large family homes in Sutton has skyrocketed by 57 per cent since March - the biggest increase in London.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:04:01 +0100
Surrey Police officer who attacked partner in Surbiton fired
A serving Surrey Police officer who was seen assaulting his partner after a drinking session in Surbiton has been dismissed from the force.

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:20:55 +0100
Teenager charged after Sunbury Cross stabbing
A teenager arrested after a stabbing at Sunbury Cross shopping centre last week has been charged with several offences.

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:39:37 +0100
Wandsworth pays fourth most for permits, says survey
Wandsworth has one of the most expensive parking permits in London, according to new research.

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:25:15 +0100
Merton calls on residents to help shape borough's future
Merton Council is calling on residents to help shape the borough’s future in their biggest-ever council engagement programme.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:06:30 +0100
Number of recorded flytips in Wandsworth revealed
Wandsworth has the second lowest number of recorded flytips in inner London, recent government figures reveal.

Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
London has lowest vaccine uptake in England, data reveals
London has the lowest rate of vaccine uptake in England according to data published by Public Health England.

Sun, 23 May 2021 17:30:00 +0100
Tim Hipperson: Three charged over Richmond stabbing death
Three people have been charged after a 39-year-old died in hospital after being stabbed in Richmond.

Sun, 23 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
16-day heatwave predicted for June - this is when it will start
As lockdown restrictions ease across the UK, garden get-togethers and afternoons in the beer garden have largely been put on hold this month.

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
20 dangerous items all drivers should clean out of their immediately
Drivers are being warned of 20 items that could pose a serious risk when driving

Sat, 22 May 2021 05:00:00 +0100
You could face a £1,000 fine if you don't act before Monday
Although Census Day took place on 21 March, the official closing date for the online form is Monday 24 May.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:14:05 +0100
Pictures show protest on Plough Lane over Trust Ford tree felling
Pictures show a community demonstration outside a car dealership on Plough Lane following the destruction of eleven trees.

Fri, 21 May 2021 11:07:54 +0100
Merton salon launches 'bring your own towel' scheme
The UK's first ‘bring your own towel scheme’ has launched at a hair salon in Merton.

Fri, 21 May 2021 17:18:27 +0100
Brixton's People's Kitchen given 12 weeks to relocate
In a quiet housing estate in Vauxhall is a shop lined with long tables piled high with produce.

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:25:00 +0100
Man convicted for sex attacks on boys in Sutton and Croydon
A paedophile from Sutton who raped and assaulted seven young boys over a period of more than 40 years has been convicted of rape and sexual assault.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:25:46 +0100
New 'Yorkshire variant' of Covid-19 detected, Public Health England warn
Public Health England (PHE) has identified a new strain of the virus and it is being described as a variant under investigation.

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:20:08 +0100
Mayor visits new Tube station as Northern Line extension nears end
Sadiq Khan visited the new Nine Elms Tube station today as the Northern Line extension nears completion.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:07:40 +0100
Petition against Richmond and Bushy Parks dog lead rule
Calls for dogs to be allowed off leads in Richmond and Bushy Parks have intensified – despite a 3 month ban in deer birthing season.



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