Murder cops hunting for a man who went on the run after a 19-year-old rapper was stabbed to death, say he has been arrested in Nigeria and will be returning to the UK. Carl Beatson Asiedu, who was from Norbury, was killed after being stabbed in
Esher director of rugby Mike Schmid wants his squad to follow flying winger Paul Olima’s lead in their National Division One promotion bid this season. The 28-year-old Irishman scored his second try in three starts this term as Esher crushed Macclesfield
Two cars were involved in a head on collision in Long Ditton this afternoon. Paramedics and firefighters were called to the accident in St Mary’s Road, near Victoria Recreation Ground, at about 3pm. The incident has since been cleared, with
The finalists of a short story competition are practising their lines ahead of a reading in front of a live audience. A total of 12 finalists, including Wimbledon Guardian chief reporter Becky Middleton, will be reading their 500 word entries aloud
A developer says it is "delivering its promise" of world class hotel, golf course and spa after the High Court refused to let countryside campaigners launch a second judicial review. Longshot Cherkley Court is pressing ahead with its £50m development
Police have said they "strongly believe" the body found in a Surbiton park this morning is that of missing man Malcolm McKinlay. Mr McKinlay, 61,from Surbiton, was last seen at his home at 09.45hrs on Wednesday, 24 September. Police were called
Tom Brake, MP for Carshalton and Wallington, has tweeted his support for action to be taken in Iraq ahead of the parliamentary debate on whether the UK should get involved in military action against Islamic State (IS). He posted: "I am voting for
Criminals have cut four underground phone lines in Croydon, causing services to go down across parts of south London The cables were cut at 5pm on Wednesday, September 24. BT confirmed certain parts of Croydon were still without a service,
The leader of Sutton Council has apologised after quoting inaccurate figures during a clash over the state of the borough's financial reserves, the Sutton Guardian has learned. A private letter was sent to leader of the opposition Councillor Tim
A popular Indian restaurant had its food hygiene rating dramatically downgraded by three levels after a number of mix-ups, which the owner believes is “unfair”. Machaan, in High Street, Hampton Wick, was inspected by an environmental health officer
A biker was taken to hospital with an ankle injury after being hit by a car near Sutton High Street. The man, who was riding a Honda motorbike, collided with a Volkswagen Sharan shortly before 9am today. The crash happened at the junction with
A prolific burglar believed to be responsible for over 150 break-ins may have struck again in Wimbledon Village. Detectives are keeping an open mind as to whether a man who wears a black fisherman’s hat and has repeatedly raided homes in the borough
London Welsh head coach Justin Burnell is hoping to kiss and make up with the clubs fans when Gloucester visit the Kassam stadium tonight. Burnell’s side were thrashed 52-0 by Exeter Chiefs on their first appearance on home soil this season and
Mums who clicked at the nursery gates have put together a hilarious portrayal of modern parenting. Leave the kids at home to enjoy a mix of comedy, singing and dancing in an alternative take on the highs and lows of parenting. Co-written and
Paul Burstow, MP for Sutton and Cheam, overspent on staffing expenses last year, according to data from the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA). The former Liberal Democrat chief whip spent £144,452.39 on paying staff during 2013
Tom Collins might have had a hat-trick for Hampton & Richmond Borough on Tuesday night, but he believes it is only of matter of time before he cashes in at the Beveree. The 22-year-old struck his first goal for the club in the 1-0 win over
A date has been set for the retrial of four men convicted of brutally attacking footballer Robbie Hughes in Malia. Curtis Taylor, Sean Branton, Daniel Bell and Joseph Bruckland, will stand trial for a second time on November 19, two years after
Plans to demolish a local pub to build an Asda convenience store have been branded ‘an act of vandalism’ by a local campaigner. The supermarket chain has submitted an application to knock down The Woodstock Pub in Stonecot Hill, North Cheam, to
Putney Bridge has reopened to drivers after 74 days of repairs. South west London breathed a sigh of relief, at 5am this morning, as the Grade II listed bridge reopened to vehicles. The closure caused chaos during rush hours, led to traffic
Adebayo Akinfenwa is more than just a professional football, the man – in the nicest possible way – is a beast. The AFC Wimbledon striker helped launch the new FIFA 2015 football game in Kingston this week having once again been rated as the strongest
The Sutton Guardian's Facebook page was singled out for praise after a police appeal led to a number of arrests. Sutton Police released photographs of three men wanted in connection with offences in the borough after failing to track them down.
Wimbledon hockey club coach Ben Marsden insists his side are in a good place despite back-to-back defeats in the MHL Premier Division. Last weekend’s 3-1 defeat at home to defending champions Beeston, featuring a Phil Ball goal, leaves the Dons
Pardon me for doing so, but I can’t help but make an instant judgement of a restaurant if it chooses to furnish its floor with - carpet. Carpet. In a restaurant. In this decade? It just doesn't sit right with me. I thought carpets in drinking
Surbiton hot shot Matt Daly admitted his side was not at its best, despite maintaining a 100 per cent winning start to the new season at Southgate on Saturday. Beijing and London Olympian Daly, last season’s leading scorer in the MHL Premier Division
The air is clear and visibility is good, in spite of the lack of light under the grey cloud. Maybe it will brighten up once the sun gets a bit higher.
A controversial application from Walton Charity to build offices on a green space has been withdrawn after fierce opposition. Residents were outraged and a councillor resigned as a member of the charity’s board of trustees over plans to build offices
Adebayo Akinfenwa could easily be mistaken for a London bus, but he does not mind because the bus has brought finally brought goals for the AFC Wimbledon striker. After eight games without finding the back of the net, the 32-year-old has three
Marvin Williams is not calling time on his football career just yet, but the former Sutton United striker is inching very close. The 27-year-old has been released by United by mutual consent after suffering a recurrence of a long-term Achilles
New Addington boxer Gareth Gardner has warned his next opponent there will be no time for show-boating when they meet in the ring. Gardner takes on Frank Smith next week for the vacant Queensbury Boxing League British middleweight title. Gardner
On the back of two successive wins, AFC Wimbledon boss Neal Ardley has admitted he has no idea what to expect from the trip to Newport County tomorrow. Inconsistency has been a thorn in the Dons side – after winning back-to-back games last month
Kingstonian assistant Graham Harper knows the FA Cup challenge his side faces on Saturday – because he has been there himself. Ks travel to Essex to take on Ryman Division One North side Romford on Saturday in the second qualifying round. Harper
Billy Elliot the Musical will be beamed live from the West End to cinemas around Europe for one night only on Sunday, September 28. Watch a recording of the live show, performed at Victoria Palace Theatre, from the comfort of Leatherhead Theatre
Mitcham sailor Nick Thompson may have won bronze for GB at the ISAF World Championships, but he is still disappointed. The 28-year-old took third place in the Laser class at the regatta in Santander, Spain, last week. However, having won two
Thousands of people all over the country will be putting the kettle on for cancer today. Events across Merton will be held to raise money as part of the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning for Macmillan Cancer Support. The Wimbledon Cancer Friendship
Bees boss Mark Warburton can remember the dominant Leeds United teams of the Seventies, but he knows history counts for nothing in football. Brentford take on the Yorkshiremen at Griffin Park tomorrow following back-to-back defeats to fellow former
A service set up in April has helped more than 200 people with mental health needs held in police stations and magistrates courts. The South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLSTG), based in Tooting, and mental health charity
Sea scouts have created a memorial mosaic for a courageous police officer who was killed in a hit-and-run a year ago. Father-of-two, PC Andrew Duncan, 47, from East Molesey, was knocked down by a car during a routine traffic operation, in Sutton
The borough's growing school places shortage was highlighted once again this week, during a public inquiry into a key redevelopment in north Kingston. Land acquisition firm Goldcrest wants to demolish the disused Kingsgate Business Centre in Kingsgate
A trial testing flight paths over Teddington and Twickenham could be shortened due to pressure from thousands of residents. Heathrow has temporarily changed easterly departure routes as part of the Government's future airspace strategy, but the
A man from East Sheen was at last rewarded with a medal for his role in the Arctic convoys of the Second World War. John Bennett, 98, attended a reception at the Russian Embassy in London on Thursday, September 18, where he and other veterans received
A dad will run the Royal Parks Half Marathon barefoot in memory of his stillborn daughter. Duncan Mallison, of Campbell Road, Twickenham, will take on the somewhat uncomfortable challenge to raise money for baby charity Tommy's next month.
The Ashley Centre celebrated its eclectic mix of retailers on Wednesday 24 September at The Retailer Awards held at The Queen’s Stand, Epsom Racecourse. Voted for by the general public these awards truly reflected which shops visitors to The Ashley Centre
The Ashley Centre celebrated its eclectic mix of retailers on Wednesday 24 September at The Retailer Awards held at The Queen’s Stand, Epsom Racecourse. Voted for by the general public these awards truly reflected which shops visitors to The Ashley Centre
