Crystal Palace could take a huge step toward Championship safety tomorrow by beating Scunthorpe United at Selhurst Park. Victory for the Eagles against their relegation rivals would put them nine points clear of Alan Knill's men with just four games
A nightclub has had its licence suspended after a gun-toting man was allowed in by door staff. Club Mirage in Streatham had its licence suspended for 28 days pending a review by Lambeth Council’s licensing sub-committe after the man was caught
EA have released a new trailer for the upcoming Battlefield 3. DICE, the games developers have also prepared a 12-minute trailer complete with commentary, however they will not be releasing it until their facebook page has been liked
A hidden treasure trove of weapons has been found at a Wimbledon Village stately home. This afternoon, police briefly set up a cordon around Southside House, in Woodhayes Road next to Wimbledon Common, after reports that weapons and weapon-making
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment has released a new gameplay trailer for the upcoming Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters. Featuring the voice and likeness of Ryan Reynolds (in the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions), Green Lantern:
Kingston University will charge students £8,500 for the majority of its courses from September 2012, it announced this afternoon. However, students studying pharmacy and studio-based art and design degrees will have to pay the maximum £9,000
Six cars were involved in a crash on Epsom hospital carpark today, leaving three so damaged they had to be towed away. According to eye witnesses a blue Range Rover reversed into the back of a silver Ford Focus, the force of which caused it to
The White Lion is exhibiting the work of 20 professional, amateur and student photographers. The photographers were given a brief under the heading ‘Fragile City’ and they drew inspiration from their everyday experience with urban environment. Laura
After cementing a semi-final place last week in the Amlin Challenge Cup, Quins travel down to the Rec tomorrow to take on West Country rivals Bath. Quins fans will be delighted to see the return of Chris Robshaw to the starting line-up, after the Quins
Following Fernando Torres’ dismal display in the Champions League second leg at Old Trafford this week, where the £50million signing was substituted at half time, online bookmaker Unibet.com is wondering if he will be on the move again this summer.
Karen Findlay hailed her Richmond Ladies after securing back-to-back RFUW Premiership titles. Despite losing 33-5 to Lichfield on Sunday, the club, which includes England international Becky Essex, Rachael Burford and Rowena Burnfield, had won all their
A Kingston University graduate running the length of Britain dressed as Mr Happy will try to set a new world record at Sunday’s London Marathon. Cancer survivor Andy Jackson started his 1,062 mile journey from John O’Groats on Sunday, February
AFC Wimbledon will look to extend their winning run tomorrow against an already-relegated Histon side. The Dons go into the game on the back of three wins and know a fourth will guarantee them a Blue Square Premier play-off place. Although Histon
Yesterday was the final day of Chobham Rugby Club's Easter rugby camp, which saw 50 youngsters coached all week in the skills of rugby by Liam Cranford and his team. Liam is Chobham’s YDO coaching in many of the local schools in the Woking and Surrey
Daytona Sandown Park plays host to the prestigious Vodafone DMAX Championship for the first time this Sunday (noon). Using Daytona’s superfast fleet of 85mph two-stroke karts, this exceptional series debuts at Daytona Sandown Park with a record breaking
The number rapes in Kingston has increased by 45 per cent while overall crime rose 1.3 per cent, according to figures released today. The police data reveals that 55 rapes and 124 other sexual offences were recorded in Kingston in the financial
Twickenham biker Simon Low has been forced to pull out of the 2011 British 125cc Championship due to a lack of funding. Low endured a torrid time last season riding for Team Shop4Bikers/Dutch-2-UK Racing as a string of mechanical problems wrecked his
The St Nicholas Shopping Centre will hold a family fun day tomorrow to help raise £60,000 for a school girl’s life-changing operation. Dana Johnston, 12, has Spastic Diplegia Cerebral Palsy and can only get around using a wheelchair, or by
A Conservative Party stalwart has died in hospital after a long illness. Tributes to Mary North, from Addiscombe, have flooded in from politicians across the borough. She died on Wednesday morning and had been in poor health for some
Lamont Bryan and David Williams have come into the Harlequins RL squad for tonight’s clash with league leaders Castleford Tigers. Mark Calderwood and Rob Thomas are the players to miss out, but head coach Rob Powell says that the presence of players
One of the biggest music competitions in London is about to get a taste of "Africa" in the next round of Live and Unsigned 2011. Robin Lewis (a.k.a. Twig), originally from South Africa but now living in Putney, has made his way through to the
Bollywood legend Abhishek Bachchan has once again thrown his support behind Chelsea Football Club’s Search for an Asian Star. Chelsea fan Bachchan is urging the parents of young players from the U9 to U12 age groups to sign up to the programme,
World of Golf is bringing a slice of the Olympics to Croydon this weekend when it launches its newly developed site. More than 8,000 lorry-loads of soil, some of it taken from the Olympic site in East London, as well as four acres of top quality turf
Hosts Sutton & District finished second behind Herne Hill Harriers in their Ebbisham Athletics League match on Sunday. There were some superb performances from Sutton boys with victories for Tom Harmsworth in the U13 800m (two minutes, 25 seconds)
My heart leapt with glee when I received the invite to Insidious, supposedly a scare-fest from the people who made Saw and Parnormal Activity that would have even the most hardened horror fan thrusting a fist in their mouth to stop them breaking
Epsom’s Alfie Howes is determined to conquer his nerves and attempt to swim at a World Championships for the second time this summer. The 19-year-old former Glyn School pupil, who came 33rd in the 5km open water event in Rome two years ago, is drinking
Twenty manhole covers have been stolen from Kenley in just two days. The thefts, which happened early in the morning of April 12 and 13 have cost the council £6,000. Two men were spotted stealing a drain cover by a resident in Northwood
Teddington’s under 10 girls finished their season off with the best possible result after taking the Southern Title on Sunday. All nine teams had already qualified after winning or being runners up in the county championships so the competition
Footballers and cricketers in Claygate have hit the jackpot thanks to funding awarded to the area by the Football Foundation, the country’s largest sports charity. MP Dominic Raab and the Surrey FA’s Malcolm Randall handed a cheque for £20,000 to Ben
Kingstonian FC host a quiz night tonight at St John's Parish Hall, Grove Lane, Kingston (starting at 8pm). Admission is either £10 to include a fish/veggie supper or £5 without food. All are welcome.
Matt Carley, one of the first recruits into the RFU National Referee Academy, takes charge of his first RFU Championship match tomorrow when Esher face Birmingham & Solihull in the final round of the play-off stages. RFU National Panel Development
Striders of Croydon’s Margaret Faherty set a club over-60 record despite the warm conditions at Sunday’s Brighton Marathon, clocking four hours, 54 minutes, 44 seconds. Other Striders finishers: 225 Mark Chapman 3.18:40, Hannah Musk 3.57:50 PB, Ian
Corrie! is the new comedy play written by award-winning playwright Jonathan Harvey and the show, based on Britain’s longest running soap, is set to hit the Richmond Theatre stage after enjoying great reviews during its UK premiere in Salford in 2010.
Returning fly-half Nick Evans is optimistic about the next three weeks that will determine Harlequins' future. The New Zealander recorded 100 per cent accuracy with his kicking in last Friday's 32-22 Amlin Challenge Cup quarter-final win over
A long-standing family GP has opted out of plans to give doctors control of deciding how money is spent in the NHS. A consortium of Kingston GPs is one of the national pathfinder organisations racing ahead with reforms which would see primary
During the last couple of weeks there has been plenty to smile about in the wide world of football. Jamie Redknapp’s incisive punditry in Sky’s Champions League coverage never ceases to amaze and delight. After his old man’s team, Tottenham, lost to
Police have refuted allegations that an ambulance crew was shot at while attending the scene where a man was shot yesterday. London Ambulance Service and police attended the scene at about 11.15am yesterday to find a man, named locally as Isaiah
A brave Epsom girl has become the envy of celebrities and millions of others around the world after receiving a special invitation to the royal wedding. Hermione Sutton, who turns seven on Sunday, was among the lucky few to receive a special
With the first round of the British Superbike Championship less than a week away, Tadworth's MatOrtho Racing rider Dale Thomson is looking for support and sponsorship for the 2011 season. He said: “With little testing and a lack of funds it’s going
Young golfers from Surrey are set to take on some of the world’s best junior players at a major tournament in Scotland this summer. More than 500 players from 30 countries will compete at the 2011 U.S. Kids Golf European Championships in June – Europe
The last thing Palace fans would have wanted at the start of this season would have been to be facing another relegation battle as the season draws to a close. But, with the memory of last May’s summer afternoon in Sheffield still fresh in the memory
John Cooper Clarke, The Rose Evidently John Cooper Clarke at the Rose Theatre John Cooper Clarke in Kingston – the ‘punk poet’, who cut his poetic teeth opening for seminal punk bands like The Fall and The Buzzcocks in Manchester in the 70s. Quite
It was difficult to tell which was shining brighter when I popped into The Butterchurn the other day, the sun or the sovs. Vests, shorts, white trainers, large-hooped earrings, tattoos and sovereign rings were out in force as the punters took
As IT geek Dobby in Channel 4’s cult sitcom Peep Show, Isy Suttie won an army of fans. But try as she might she can’t quite shake those comparisons with Victoria Wood. Maybe it’s because they’re both prone to a musical ditty, or maybe
Tucked away in one corner of St George’s Square, just a stone’s throw from New Malden railway station, you’ll find the imaginatively named Bar Malden. I’ve often been past this boozer on the 213 bus and wondered what it's like. When I popped
Ben Conway has been crowned national men’s U75kg Kuo Sho champion. The member of Croydon-based Sanshou UK, who meet at Bedford Hall in Wellesley Road, won all his fights but his final was particularly gruelling. The fight was declared a draw after
One word screams out at you when entering Balham’s Blithe Spirit pub – functional. Don’t get me wrong, this is not necessarily a bad thing. The Blithe Spirit serves a purpose. Two minutes walk from Balham train station, an interesting
Michael Eavis has hailed this year's Glastonbury Festival line up as the best ever. The festival, which runs from June 22 to 26 at Worthy Farm in Pilton, will featue headliners U2, Coldplay and Beyonce, as well as the likes of Paul Simon, Don McLean
A daughter was devastated when flowers she organised for her father’s funeral were delivered late. Pauline Foster, from Hackbridge, ordered a floral display to be placed on her father Ernest Bradley’s coffin for his funeral at North East Surrey Crematorium
It’s not everyday you get to experience something new at a Wetherspoon’s pub. The cheap-as-chips chain is renowned for its easy on the pocket drinks and even easier on the pocket meals if you opt for one of the array of deals that bombard you
A respected former councillor, magistrate and community volunteer has died. Iris Tomlin, who died aged 87, played an active role in local life for many years, first serving the community when she began to work as a library assistant in Wallington
This academic year, children from seven schools throughout the Wandle Valley have taken part in our Trout in the Classroom programme and last month they released their fry into the River Wandle. Special aquaria were set up in each school in November
A respected former councillor, magistrate and community volunteer has died. Iris Tomlin, who died aged 87, played an active role in local life for many years, first serving the community when she began to work as a library assistant in Wallington
The Elmbridge Guardian is lifting the lid on the “hidden” side of Elmbridge. The borough made national headlines this year after being named as the best place to live in the UK for the third year running. But its image as “the Beverly
The Riverside Animal Centre has vacancies for volunteers ahead of the busy spring season. Working from 9.30 in the morning until lunchtime, duties involve cleaning and feeding the animals as well as assisting with orphan rearing in the wildlife hospital
A bridge threatened with demolition is at the centre of a protest by residents. Users of Hundred Acre Bridge, the irrigation railway bridge on the footpath from Beddington Park to Mitcham Common, are campaigning against its threatened demolition by
The Riverside Animal Centre has vacancies for volunteers ahead of the busy spring season. Working from 9.30 in the morning until lunchtime, duties involve cleaning and feeding the animals as well as assisting with orphan rearing in the wildlife hospital
A former Iranian wrestling champion who fears death if he returns to his country began his eleventh day of a hunger strike in Croydon town centre this morning. Keyvan Bahariz, who bears scars on his back from a savage beating at the hands of
Communities are getting a supportive boost to help make their neighbourhood vision a reality through a new scheme offering free access to expert advice and guidance, Planning Minister Greg Clark announced last week. New powers being introduced in
Police are investigating after a large quantity of petrol was found covering the communal stairwell of a block of flats. About five litres of petrol was found in a hallway and the stairwell between the ground floor and second floor of the block in
MP Tom Brake is urging local residents to vote for their favourite South Asian restaurant in Beddington, Carshalton and Wallington before the end of the month to compete in the 2011 Tiffin Cup. The Tiffin Cup, now in its sixth year, is a competition
A man and a woman have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting on a Clapham estate yesterday. Detectives investigating the incident, in Plummer Road, are currently questioning the pair at separate south London police stations.
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Aruna Seth is a British born bridal shoe designer vying for Kate Middleton to appoint her Royal wedding shoe designer. Aruna Seth ‘Fit for a Princess,’ designs could be the perfect choice for the Princess, a top design from Aruna retails at
A Hackbridge-based designer is vying for the right to create Kate Middleton’s Royal wedding shoes. Aruna Seth, from Purley, has made it down to the last three brands including world-renowned designer Jimmy Choo. The decision will not be officially
The AFC Wimbledon camp is a relaxing place to be right now. Last Saturday's 2-1 win over Cambridge meant only a Rory McIlroy-style collapse and a phenomenal run of wins for four of the five teams directly below them could stop them taking part in
A pervert caught leering at boys changing at a Kingston leisure centre has been sentenced to three years in prison. The father of a 12-year-old boy noticed Paul Spelman, 42, a registered sex offender, looking over the wall of his son’s cubicle
An arts body which snubbed the Rose Theatre has dished out £750,000 of funding to a gallery and dance company. In April the Rose Theatre described being shunned for Arts Council funding as a “slap in the face”. Protein Dance, whose management
A 66-year-old car mechanic grieving over the death of his beloved partner hanged himself just days after she died, an inquest heard. Christopher Pocock, from Stafford Road, Wallington was devastated when Pamela, his partner of 43 years, died
An international freestyle footballer brought his football juggling skills to Kingston town centre on Wednesday ahead of attempting the London marathon on Saturday. Man United fan John Farnworth was employing his techniques to help raise money
A daughter was devastated when flowers she organised for her father’s funeral were delivered late. Pauline Foster, from Hackbridge, ordered a floral display to be placed on her father Ernest Bradley’s coffin for his funeral at North East Surrey
Newly formed disability charity, The Epsom Hub, has received an award from the South East Improvement and Efficiency (iESE) partnership for its outstanding contribution to their community. The Hub was set up less than a year ago and is a unique
Thefts of manhole covers across Surrey have sparked a safety warning to road users. It is believed that thieves have been stealing the metal covers for their scrap value at a cost to the taxpayer of about £40,000. Sites where covers
Thieves have been stealing drain and gully covers from the borough's streets - putting the lives of road users at risk. In the past month, seven cast iron covers, some dating back to Victorian times, have been removed from roads - with Battersea
A Raynes Park brothel has been shut down after a police raid. Officers swooped on the vice den, a flat in Durham Road, after worried neighbours reported men visiting it for short periods throughout the day and night. A plain-clothed
By Margaret White, Edna Road, Raynes Park Open letter to Councillor Andrew Judge, Merton Council I thought we were encouraged to recycle, but I understand the green waste collection service is to be withdrawn. How are the elderly
A host of talented young singers’, DJ’s and budding musicians performed at The Boogie Lounge in Epsom last weekend at the after party of the first ever Junior Star Factor competition. Runners up in the Star Factor competition, which was held
A drink-driver died after smashing his Lotus into a bollard and being thrown from the car, an inquest heard. Andrew Zydlo, of Swanton Gardens, Southfields, was found to be two-and-a-half times over the drink-drive limit and had tranquillisers
A huge day of community activity awaits on Saturday as Sutton United hope to secure their nail-biting push for promotion to the Blue Square Conference South. In addition to the match itself, the club and Sutton police will be staging the
Job hunters can get extra help finding employment with the launch of new job clubs in Carshalton and Wallington. Work Clubs give people the chance to meet others looking for work, build new contacts, share job hunting experiences and get advice
Two masked men who battered a jewellers’ display window with sledgehammers during a daring daytime raid were chased away by a plucky PC. The robbers made off with what is thought to be two watches when they targeted Selvarajah Gold House, in
A physiotherapist was given a warning after a conduct hearing over allegations of failing to keep accurate patient records and claiming for hours he did not work. Briar Coles was disciplined by the Health Professions Council at a hearing on
A sailor is leading a famous frigate on its final voyage. Lieutenant-Commander James Farrant, from Carshalton, is part of the senior command on HMS Cumberland returning to Portsmouth this weekend to be decommissioned after 22 years of service
Patients, guests and visitors have a new outdoor healing environment St Peter’s Hospital. Surrey garden designer Richard Jackson has designed a new garden in the hospital grounds, which includes a sculpture called Lightwaves, created by Surrey
Four political heavyweights will be battling it out to win over voters ahead of the Alternative Vote(AV) referendum on May 5. Croydon Labour MP Malcolm Wicks and Carshalton and Wallington Lib Dem MP Tom Brake will go head-to-head with Croydon
A shool has won a silver eco-award by finding ways to cut paper and electricity use. Pupils elected as eco-warriors from each year group at Hinchley Wood Primary School teamed up with parents, staff and governors to develop an environmentally
Oxshott Village Sports Club has announced the sixth winner of their volunteer of the year award. David Parry won the glass trophy, sponsored by Mundays Solicitors, for his efforts in running the Tennis Tournament. Mr Parry, who received
A play group celebrated its one year anniversary with a bouncy castle and garden party. Playtime Tolworth is the newest addition to three family-run nurseries and caters for children from three months to five years. The nursery group
