Brentford were frustrated in their efforts to sustain their push for automatic promotion, taking just a point against Coventry City in a 1-1 draw at the Ricoh Arena on Saturday. While the Bees enjoyed a large amount of possession, they rarely troubled
Colin Charvis, former Wales Rugby captain and British and Irish Lions veteran, has joined military and police personnel to launch a Help for Heroes event in Epsom. The former back row stalwart joined fundraisers at the rehabilitation centre for
More than 500 dog walkers, joggers, cyclists and passers-by looking for a cheeky cup of tea attended the official re-opening of the Beddington Park Cafe on Good Friday. The cafe, which has been closed for more than two years, has been brought back
Pupils from Norwood Grove pre-school have planted a tree in the grounds of the school to commemorate the Queen's golden jubilee. Principal Joan Runcorn said: "We thought it would be a nice, fun idea for the children of Norwood Grove pre-school
A former Morden youth club will hold a reunion for past members next month. The club was formed on Trinity Sunday in 1940 at St James’ church hall in Martin Way, and ran into the 1980s. The club became well know for its pantomime productions
A Clapham cyclist is getting on his bike for the British Heart Foundation’s (BHF) London to Brighton Night Ride to give something back to the charity that helped fund the start of his career. Rossa Brugha, from Clapham, will be riding the 60 mile
Last month Croydon was voted the second worst place to live in England. As a person who’s lived in Croydon since she was five I find that hard to believe. Croydon is one of the few places to have such good transportation, good schools and two huge
Wimbledon proved too strong for Havant running out 35-13 winners in London Division One South on Saturday. Olly Rupar, Neil Hallett, Myles Stringer (two) and Pete Wallace got the tries, while Hallett enjoyed a perfect day with the boot, kicking
Croydon Council is offering advice to residents on ways to manage after the benefit changes. The council is holding an advice and information day from 10.30am to 2.30pm on Friday, April 19, at Fairfield Halls in Croydon. It is being organised
Epsom MP Chris Grayling paid a surprise visit to the Epsom and Ewell University of the Third Age (U3A) group organisers’ meeting last week. He joined the meeting to find out more about the organisation which provides for retired or partly retired
The leader of Lambeth council is urging people to tell Boris Johnson what they think of his proposals to shut Clapham fire station, at a meeting next month. Since the decision was announced in March, London Fire Brigade has said closing the station
Seven Walton-on-thames cubs have received huge praise after they were awarded the chief scout silver award. The six cubs from 4th Walton-on-thames Cub Pack and one cub from 9th Walton-on-thames Cub Pack, Robbie, Matthew, Harry, Cameron, Jessica
Rosslyn Park remain fourth in National League One after a resounding 50-3 trouncing of Wharfedale at Priory Lane. Nev Edwards (two), Charles Broughton, Lorne Ward, Luke Campbell, Will Bigley and Dan Mugford crossed the whitewash – Mugford also
The Latvian Ambassador to the UK, Eduards Stiprais, has visited Richmond College to open an exhibition on the history of Latvia. The exhibition, titled Latvia Returns to Europe, was donated to the college for two weeks by the Latvian National Council
A glamorous director of a hairdresser in Kingston will tie back her locks to take part in the London Marathon this month. Ceri Cushen, technical director of Metropolis Hairdressing - fronted by elite hairdresser Robert Masciave - is hoping to raise
A tennis club is offering residents – whatever their sporting ability – free games next Saturday. Sutton Churches Tennis Club is throwing open its doors on April 13 to offer free tennis for all. The club, in Gander Green Lane, is welcoming
A man has been stabbed and two men have head injuries after a five-person fight in the driveway of a house in Ewell. Detectives are appealing for information following the fight, which happened in London Road at about 4am this morning. A 50
A Cobham activity centre is appealing for £3,000 to refurbish its 1930s washroom facilities, as organisers thank the Surrey community for helping secure the centre’s future. After the recent completion of the Baden-Powell Centre, which was built
Tudor King Henry VIII led a joust at a museum kids club. Good King Hal, Britain's leading Henry VII impersonator, told children about his life and six wives as well as Tudor toys including the yo-yo. Bourne Hall Museum Kids Club organiser David
Richmond police are re-appealing for information on an aggravated burglary in Hampton in which a woman was bound and gagged. Two men forced their way into a flat in White Hart House in Hampton and bound, gagged and assaulted a 40-year-old woman
A road has been closed in Epsom after police were called to a property at 4am this morning. London Road is closed between Park Avenue East and Briarwood Road. The details of the incident are not yet known, but drivers are being advised to take
Age UK Sutton needs your help. The charity is looking for people to share their stories and become part of the team delivering half-day dignity and respect sessions 3-4 times a year. To find out more call Judy on 020 8770 5360 or email: Judy.Okeke
A dual carriageway was closed overnight after a driver set fire to a car and a speed camera in an apparent bid to erase evidence of a fine. The speed camera, which could cost up to £20,000, went up in flames after a 4x4 car, parked next to it,
Two derelict garages were burnt out in an arson attack last night. The garages behind Darley Close, Croydon, caught fire after a pile of rubbish was deliberately set alight. A Woodside fire fighter said: "Everybody sees these garages filled
Children with dyslexia are to receive additional support thanks to charity funding. Local charity Croydon Dyslexia Association is to launch a specialist teaching project, Children Will Shine, for dyslexic secondary school pupils who receive limited
Musicians will be paying homage to country music singer Patsy Cline, singer-songwriter James Taylor and great songwriters of the Twentieth Century at Epsom Playhouse. Sandy Kelly, dubbed Ireland’s queen of country music, is starring in an evening
The opening of a new Tesco Express store on Lower Road has been delayed. A Tesco spokesperson said: "We have delayed the opening of the store slightly whilst we resolve minor issues at the site. We will update the local community as soon as we
Residents were given a rude awakening this morning when a fire broke out in a derelict store below their flats. West Norwood and Woodside fire officers attended at 6am this morning to the fire in Church Road, Crystal Palace. West Norwood crew
Almost 100 drinkers had to flee a Kew pub on Friday night following a chimney fire. The chimney of the Coach and Horse in Kew Road caught fire at about 10pm during a busy Friday night. Customers were forced to leave the pub when it started
Elmbridge Community Link (ECL) is to be one of the first beneficiaries of Walton Charity’s new community grants programme. ECL, a small charity based in Walton offering educational and social activities to people with learning difficulties, has
Sutton’s stars of the future are celebrating after dominating the badminton tournament at the Schools Games. Youngsters from Wilsons School in Wallington led the way, winning gold in the key stage three boys’ competition – they won all three of
The trouble with this long winter is that I have spent so long making sure my son does not get unwell with all the colds and viruses going around, I have neglected myself and, as a result, have been under the weather this week. Now, I am not going
Twickenham skipper Carlos Nunes has warned a fast start is required to give his side a chance of Middlesex County League Premier Division survival this season – but they will have to do it without Clint McCabe. The 30-year-old all-rounder confirmed
Christians took time out last week to reflect in a labyrinth created in the run up to Easter. Visitors were invited to weave on a loom and think about creation at St George’s Christian Centre in Barnett Wood Lane, Ashtead. The reflective space
A six-week consultation process on how Elmbridge Council plans to manage future developments will begin on Monday. Proposals are to be published by the council, outlining potential sites for development and how they will be managed on a day-to-day
Mercedes-Benz World will once again be the setting for the annual Sam Beare Hospice charity ball. The event will take place at the Brooklands Drive attraction for the third year running, and will help the hospice raise valuable funds. With
