Old Mid-Whitgiftian Cricket Club are looking to their traditionally erratic batsmen to achieve greater consistency this season. Despite leading Division Two of the Surrey Championship for much of the 2002 season, Mids had to settle for fifth place after
A badger cub, found orphaned just outside Croydon over Easter, is one of the many wild animals which will be cared for this year at London Wildcare. The wildlife hospital in Beddington Park, Wallington, admits nearly 4,000 animals each year. More than
A Croydon College NVQ student, who was plagued with serious health setbacks throughout her qualification, has been commended for her determined achievement. Amanda Frith, from New Addington, was one of the students whose successes in their work-based
Alec Stewart is looking forward to playing a major role in Surrey's quest for a second successive title this year, writes Mike Simmonds. The veteran wicket-keeper who recently turned 40 should be available for Surrey on a more regular basis after challenging
The residents of the Waddon Estate will now have their own Sunday football team to support after Croydon Council and the local resident's association agreed to sponsor the team. The Waddon Community Football Club has been launched to unite the community
Organisers of a fun day for children who are disabled or suffering from serious illness are hoping to beat the Guinness World Record for the most people impersonating Groucho Marx at once. Karen Mascoll from Yorkshire Building Society, who is running
Park Place, Croydon's £500-million shopping development has been given the green light, after the Government Office for London (GoL) removed the final planning hurdle last week. In a letter to the developer, Minerva Plc, Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott
Loan striker Noel Whelan has played his last game for Crystal Palace after an ankle injury forced him to return to Premiership Middlesbrough. Whelan, 29, was substituted after 40 minutes against Stoke on Saturday, when he suffered a recurrence of a persistent
Croydon's Homeless Health Team will talk about its work with the borough's homeless at a meeting of The Community Network today (Wednesday.) There will also be an opportunity to hear about Croydon Primary Care Trust's (PCT) new Primary Care Strategy,
Care-taker boss Steve Kember has applied for the vacant manager's job at Selhurst Park, but accepts that he and assistant Terry Bullivant may have to work under another manager, writes Joseph O'Shea. A former Palace player, Kember has taken the reins
Players set to battle out the women's FA Cup Final at Selhurst Park on Bank Holiday Monday, were welcomed to the borough on Thursday. Fulham's Jess Wright and Charlton's Carmaine Walker were among a number of players and staff who attended a town hall
Guardian Sport takes a look at some of the leading candidates for manager: Iain Dowie Former Palace striker Iain Dowie is one of the early favourites for the job, despite lacking managerial experience. Having briefly managed QPR, the Northern Ireland
Robbers burst into the office of a Croydon nightclub and stabbed the manager in the back, despite the area being surrounded by police. A cordon had been put up outside Bamboo Nightclub, High Street, in the early hours of Sunday, April 20, following an
A BUSINESSMAN has spoken of his exasperation over the fact he cannot get Broadband internet access at his offices. Ray Jackson, managing director of Solcara Ltd, Coppermill Lock, Harefield, told the Times it is a disgrace that the service is not available
A teenage girl was attacked with a knife when she refused to hand over money to a robber. The 19yearold victim suffered superficial cuts to her face and hand by what police believe was a Stanley knife or craft knife of some description. She was walking
A callous thief who stole almost £6,000 using his mother's chequebook and credit card while she lay seriously ill in hospital is facing jail after admitting 19 separate counts of theft and deception. Jonathan Haynes, 21, of Park Avenue, Mitcham, appeared
HOUSE prices in North West London took another slight knock this month, according to the Hometrack database. Figures are down 0.2 per cent on March compared with a dip of 0.1 per cent across the country. The average price paid for a detached house in
After the hefty hike in council tax this year for Merton, I was appalled as a council tenant to receive a plastic ring binder from Merton Council. This ring binder, entitled Tenant Participation Strategy and Tenants Compact, contains some glossy inserts
The chances of Millwall finishing the season as London's top Nationwide Division One club became even more likely after a well-earned 3-3 draw at Nottingham Forest on Saturday. Although the prospect of a summer sale or two is on the horizon, the fans
A man from Colliers Wood is aiming to be picked by the Green Party as its candidate for the Mayor of London. Taxi driver Tom Walsh has been a member of the Green Party for 13 years and is already well known in the area as chairman of the Colliers Wood
Vigorous number crunching by councillors may have scraped together much-needed cash to fund closure-threatened community groups. Members of Merton's overview and scrutiny commission have re-calculated stringent budget proposals, which threatened the demise
League Red Division: Comets 1 Northwood 3, Northwood 1 Comets 1 (double header); Alexandra Park East walkover Echoes Amber; Whetstone Jaguars 1 London Colney 2; St Albans City North 2 Evergreen 2. White Division: Alexandra Park West 1 Nascot Wood 0; Harvesters
Rangers at Trent Park are stepping up patrols to keep poachers at bay. Fishermen who use the park's lake say poachers have been targeting the area for some months, stealing large quantities of fish from the water which is widely regarded as one of the
Victims can now report hate crime in confidence via their computers, Hertfordshire Constabulary has announced. The police have developed the on-line reporting system so that victims can report crimes without leaving their home, or picking up the telephone
Betel and paan will be discussed at a drugs conference for the Asian community in Burnt Oak on Tuesday, May 6. The drugs a nut and a leaf respectively give a mild high when chewed together, and are popular among Asian men and women. The conference, at
In recent years there has been a dramatic staff reduction in the railway services that not only has affected the quality of the said services, but has also introduced serious safety and security issues. I totally agree with the RMT conductors' strike.
I hear of so many people on low incomes who cannot feed themselves properly. I think this is sad because there is no need for this. I am on a very low income, and what I do is grow all my own vegetables. I was born in 1941 during the war, and we were
To the owner of the cat that keeps on fouling my front garden and digging up my plants, I would like to say that if I find out whose cat it is I will send them the bill for both the clean up of my garden and the cost of the ruined plants and bulbs. H
Why do I get the impression politicians have the idea money grows on trees and they can keep forcing people to pay higher taxes while refusing to give people a chance to have decent salaries? The official rate of inflation is, or so they say, less than
People often tell me they cannot contact the police. As a member of the Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA) leading on response' (or lack of it) I recently carried out an experiment and telephoned 132 local stations around London. An astonishing 40 per
Barnet Council has unveiled plans for £3million worth of repairs to the borough's roads, but opposition groups warn that the schemes may see road humps and other traffic-calming measures disappearing without warning. More than £1million will be spent
Local historian John W Brown takes a look at the history of Westwell Road and one of its famous residents. At first glance the large, late Victorian houses in Westwell Road don't warrant a second look. Sadly some are now showing their age and the ravages
A 29-year-old man was beaten and robbed in his Clapham Common home after inviting a stranger back to his flat. The man got talking to the robber while leaving Clapham Common South tube on Friday, April 11, and after walking around the area for some time
An anti-war concert in Clapham raised more than £3,000 for the Stop the War Coalition. Organised by Clapham and Stockwell Stop the War, the evening at St Paul's Church, Rectory Grove, was a sell-out. Performers included satirical comedian Jeremy Hardy
Stanhope Triangle Residents Association is holding an anti-litter day on Saturday, May 3, to clear up the High Road and encourage bin use. Meet at 11am at the Odeon, Streatham High Road. Phone 020 8769 6107. April 30, 2003 10:30
Those who like a bit of a fairy story - Cinderella or the novels of Jane Austen or the Bronte sisters, for example - I Capture The Castle is the ideal film for you. Set in 1930s' Suffolk, the tale is seen through the eyes of 17-year-old Cassandra (Romala
Richmond Park MP Jenny Tonge has distributed 4,500 consultation documents to residents living in and around Coombe Hill asking for their views on the new traffic measures proposed for Richmond Park. The MP is seeking the views of residents who could be
Bottle diggers dug two five foot deep holes in Canbury Gardens as they went in search of artefacts. Three men using mechanical digging machines created the holes, both five foot in diameter and depth, in the park as they attempted to uncover hidden bottles
AN EDMONTON man has called for urgent action over "dangerous and unsightly" potholes. Mohamed Yousuff is campaigning for action to solve the pothole problem in Dunholme Road, where he lives, and nearby Northern Avenue and Victoria Road. He feels there
WATFORD RESERVES are on the brink of glory after a Jamie Collins penalty was enough to seal a 1-0 victory at Southampton on Tuesday, April 29. The Hornets are now top of the table and know if they beat West Ham United in the still to be arranged final
Staff at Deen City Farm were happy bunnies when the man from Legal and General gave them a cheque for £700. The Windsor Avenue community farm, which promotes the ethical treatment of farm animals and respect for the environment, is a registered charity
About 1,000 guns are expected to have been handed in at London police stations when the gun amnesty ends tonight. More than 20,000 weapons have already been surrendered across the UK during the month-long scheme. Among the catch were a rocket launcher
THANK God for common sense. I was more than relieved to read in the Guardian (April 24) that the Attorney General has referred the case of Stephen Faulkner to be reviewed by the Appeal Court. When his sentence was originally announced, I was dumbfounded
RANGERS at Trent Park are stepping up patrols to keep poachers at bay. Fishermen who use the park's lake say poachers have been targeting the area for some months, stealing large quantities of fish from the water which is widely regarded as one of the
Cakes, balloons and scores of children helped celebrate the third birthday of Tooting Walk-in Centre earlier this month. The centre at St George's hospital was set up to ease pressure on local GP surgeries and hospital accident and emergency units. A
A schoolteacher leaving a funeral service for her grandmother broke down after finding that her car, full of possessions, had been stolen. Emma Dalley, of Colinette Road, made the discovery when she left Putney crematorium last Friday following the service
DOZENS of residents were evacuated from their homes on the Limes Farm Estate, Hainault, after fire ripped through the roof of a block of flats and maisonettes on Sunday evening. At the height of the fire more than 40 firefighters, some using two aerial
CRIME is falling in the borough according to new statistics. Figures released by the Metropolitan Police this month show street crime, burglary and car crime are down in Enfield and across the capital. From April 2002 to March 2003, street crime has fallen
It was full steam ahead at Sutton Central Library when Sutton Model Engineering Club held an exhibition recently. There was nearly £100,000 of scale model trains, steam, traction and stationary engines on display and it made a change for visitors coming
REPEATEDLY shot, slashed, stabbed, starved and dumped are just some of the cruel ways animals have been treated in London this year. The RSPCA has investigated 9,094 complaints in London this year, rescued and collected over 21,000 animals, prosecuted
A new one-stop shop offering information, advice and support for young people in Sutton is now open for business. Connexions at 236-238 Sutton High Street will provide a range of services for those aged 13 to 19, including careers, personal development
Counterfeit cigarettes have been found in stores across the borough prompting a warning to traders and smokers to be on the lookout for the fakes. The cigarettes can sometimes be identified by spelling mistakes on the packets and poor-quality printing
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was shot in the face, in west London. The victim was in his black Golf GTI on the Harrow Road in Westbourne Green, when a motor bike pulled up and shot him through the driver's window. A Scotland Yard spokesman
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was shot in the face, in west London. The victim was in his black Golf GTI on the Harrow Road in Westbourne Green, when a motor bike pulled up and shot him through the driver's window. A Scotland Yard spokesman
A major cash crisis faces some of Lewisham's schools due to increasing staff costs. The effect of the shortfall is set to be felt as schools find their budgets do not cover new teacher contracts requiring them to employ more classroom and support staff
A major cash crisis faces some of Lewisham's schools due to increasing staff costs. The effect of the shortfall is set to be felt as schools find their budgets do not cover new teacher contracts requiring them to employ more classroom and support staff
Detectives investigating the murder of Harlow mother-of-three Beverley Brinkley have expressed their disappointment that no-one has come forward with information about the attack. The 35-year-old was subjected to an "extremely violent" attack in a third-floor
A DECISION on plans for a major redevelopment scheme for Jackson Square, Bishop's Stortford, has been postponed until traffic concerns have been resolved. East Herts planning officers recommended the scheme for approval at a development control committee
DETECTIVES investigating the murder of Harlow mother-of-three Beverley Brinkley have expressed their disappointment that no-one has come forward with information about the attack. The 35-year-old was subjected to an "extremely violent" attack in a third-floor
SEVEN children escaped a blaze which gutted the kitchen of a house in Ryecroft, Harlow, in the early hours of Friday. Fire crews were called shortly before 4am after a fire broke out on the ground floor. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus took more
SEVEN children escaped a blaze which gutted the kitchen of a house in Ryecroft, Harlow, in the early hours of Friday. Fire crews were called shortly before 4am after a fire broke out on the ground floor. Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus took more
THE end of the season cannot come quickly enough for Watford who were comfortably beaten 3-0 by a potentially Premiership bound but understrength Reading side at Vicarage Road on Wednesday, April 30. The Royals, who were guaranteed home advantage in the
Tottenham will be looking to collect maximum points from their last two fixtures and finish the season on a positive note. That is the rallying call from boss Glenn Hoddle as he prepares to pick his team up from the disappointing defeat to title-chasing
Enfield Ignatians' hopes of reaching the Middlesex Sevens final at The Stoop were dashed on Sunday, as they were defeated by a late try from Weybridge. Enfield, hosting the qualifiers, began the afternoon's competition with a strong performance against
Town rounded off a superb championship-winning season by thrashing Ilford on Monday night (April 28). But the club will have to do it all again next year, as their Goldsdown Road ground needs to be brought up to Ryman League standard. A Matt Negus goal
A man who beat, kicked and burnt his girlfriend during a five-hour torture session was sentenced to five years in prison last week. Glen Lesley McCormac was jailed by Judge Susan Tapping at Harrow Crown Court on Friday (April 25) after a jury found him
A controversial Elstree doctor being investigated over allegations that he falsified blood test results has been banned from immunising children for 18 months by the General Medical Council. Dr David Pugh, medical director of the company that ran the
Three readers came up trumps in our auction to raise money for five-year-old Samuel Shekarchi, the Edgware boy suffering from cancer of the adrenal glands. Margaret Clarke, of Lichfield Road, Finchley, successfully bid £50 for a bag of goodies relating
A special needs teacher has been banned from her school by Barnet Council after returning from SARS-affected Toronto despite her children being told they must attend lessons. Rachel Lewis and her partner Felix Gill, of Corringham Road, Golders Green,
Desperate headteachers petitioned Tony Blair at Downing Street yesterday (April 30) in a last-ditch attempt to solve the school funding crisis in Barnet. Parents, governors and councillors joined more than 75 headteachers to present the Prime Minister
A month-long gun amnesty that finishes tonight was a success, despite the catch being lower than previous, police said today. "There has been a fantastic response to the amnesty in London, and the streets must be a safer place as a result of these weapons
THE official embassy for North Korea opened at a £1.3 million house in Ealing today despite claims by council chiefs that they had been told nothing about it. Ealing Council confirmed today that planning officers had not received any prior notice of use
The Metropolitan Police has called in extra officers to patrol London tomorrow, as anti-capitalist groups target the premises of multinational companies. Protests are expected against companies involved in the manufacture of arms, including Lockheed Martin
ASIAN people who care for elderly or vulnerable relatives can have their say on services intended to support them at a event to be held in Watford next month. Watford Asian Community Care has teamed up with representatives from adult care services and
A FINAL appeal to residents to make their voice heard on the future of health services in Hertfordshire is being launched by Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Strategic Health Authority (SHA). Health chiefs are hoping to boost the number of people voting
About 1,500 guns are expected to have been handed in at London police stations when the gun amnesty ends tonight. More than 20,000 weapons have already been surrendered across the UK during the month-long scheme. Among the catch were a rocket launcher
About 1,500 guns are expected to have been handed in at London police stations when the gun amnesty ends tonight. More than 20,000 weapons have already been surrendered across the UK during the month-long scheme. Among the catch were a rocket launcher
Controversial CCTV cameras were unveiled by Barnet Council in Hampden Square, Brunswick Park, on Friday last week (April 25) Tory Brunswick Park councillor Andreas Tambourides campaigned for years for CCTV in Hampden Square, but was repeatedly told by
MORE than 250 residents are demanding the reinstatement of two dedicated street sweepers who have looked after their Garston estate for the past 26 years. The decision to move the men, known as "Tony" and "Hank", off the Boundary Way estate is part of
A month-long gun amnesty that finished today was a success, despite the catch being lower than previous, police said today. "There has been a fantastic response to the amnesty in London, and the streets must be a safer place as a result of these weapons
Arsenal and England footballer Ashley Cole's sports car is among items donated by The Gunners to an auction in aid of the Marc Fisher Trust a cancer charity formed after the death of an Edgware man. Passionate Arsenal fan Marc Fisher died in 1995, aged
On March 19, News Shopper published this picture of Home Guard who met at a drill hall in Bexley Road, Erith, which was submitted by Mrs D Cooper, of Erith. Lots of readers responded and we now know the identities of a number of the men in the photograph
On March 19, News Shopper published this picture of Home Guard who met at a drill hall in Bexley Road, Erith, which was submitted by Mrs D Cooper, of Erith. Lots of readers responded and we now know the identities of a number of the men in the photograph
On March 19, News Shopper published this picture of Home Guard who met at a drill hall in Bexley Road, Erith, which was submitted by Mrs D Cooper, of Erith. Lots of readers responded and we now know the identities of a number of the men in the photograph
In September 1939 I volunteered to the War Office, in Whitehall, and was put in Military Intelligence of Germany. In August 1941 I was promoted to personal assistant to Colonel John Longmere, deputy director, Territorial Army. In a few months Colonel
In September 1939 I volunteered to the War Office, in Whitehall, and was put in Military Intelligence of Germany. In August 1941 I was promoted to personal assistant to Colonel John Longmere, deputy director, Territorial Army. In a few months Colonel
In September 1939 I volunteered to the War Office, in Whitehall, and was put in Military Intelligence of Germany. In August 1941 I was promoted to personal assistant to Colonel John Longmere, deputy director, Territorial Army. In a few months Colonel
Barnet Council's policy on the superbug SARS seems bizarre to say the least. Quarantining teachers goes against Government guidelines, which say people should live their lives as normal unless they show the highly visible symptoms of SARS. On the other
After ten weeks lobbying without success, more than 75 headteachers yesterday took their frustration at the borough's education funding crisis directly to Prime Minister Tony Blair's front door. Their public demonstration showed the depth of their commitment
After ten weeks lobbying without success, more than 75 headteachers yesterday took their frustration at the borough's education funding crisis directly to Prime Minister Tony Blair's front door. Their public demonstration showed the depth of their commitment
A judge said he would like to take a prolific graffiti vandal by the scruff of the neck and force him to clean every piece of filth on public transport in London, as he jailed him for six months at Harrow Crown Court. Judge Barrington Black also said
Desperate headteachers petitioned Tony Blair at Downing Street yesterday in a last-ditch attempt to solve the school funding crisis in Barnet. Parents, governors and councillors joined more than 75 headteachers to present the Prime Minister a petition
A booklet crammed full with details on more than 100 attractions and special events in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire is out now. Great Places to Visit 2003 includes information on wildlife parks, open farms, heritage sites, gardens, adventure playgrounds
A booklet crammed full with details on more than 100 attractions and special events in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire is out now. Great Places to Visit 2003 includes information on wildlife parks, open farms, heritage sites, gardens, adventure playgrounds
The WRVS are looking for people to help man the tea bar at Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow, a few mornings or afternoons a week. For more information, ring the Volunteer Bureau on 01279 308310. April 30, 2003 17:00
The WRVS are looking for people to help man the tea bar at Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow, a few mornings or afternoons a week. For more information, ring the Volunteer Bureau on 01279 308310. April 30, 2003 17:00
News Shopper is happy to get readers' letters about memories of bygone years or comments on features. Our piece on Severndroog Castle prompted replies ... Lucya Szachnowski always writes interestingly, as in News Shopper, April 9, about Severndroog Castle
News Shopper is happy to get readers' letters about memories of bygone years or comments on features. Our piece on Severndroog Castle prompted replies ... Lucya Szachnowski always writes interestingly, as in News Shopper, April 9, about Severndroog Castle
MP for St Albans Kerry Pollard has spoken out over his relationship with controversial Labour MP George Galloway, who is currently facing allegations he received money from Saddam Hussein's regime. Mr Pollard twice accompanied Mr Galloway and several
Sir,-The Sword of Damocles still hangs over the fine Edwardian Sheen House, 175 Sheen Lane, which readers may well remember was featured in this newspaper last year. Since the owners, The Metropolitan Housing Trust, submitted their first application to
Sir,-As an ex serviceman, I have been following the various letters referring to Kneller Hall with interest. All four letters published in the April 11th edition were from personnel who had been invited or were in some way involved in organising this
A MAN suffered serious head injuries in what police believe was an unprovoked attack as he stood at a bus stop. The 21-year-old victim was attacked after he crossed South Road, Southall, with a friend at about 9.15pm on Saturday. A green Vauxhall Cavalier
Free self-help courses are being offered to residents with chronic conditions such as asthma, back pain, arthritis and diabetes. Ealing Primary Care Trust believes the Help Yourself to Health and Well-being course will encourage people to use the skills
A WOMAN has been jailed for befriending older men before stealing from them. Tina Dhaleewal, 45, of Havelock Road, Southall, was found guilty by a jury of forging two cheques belonging to a 92-year-old man for sums of £1,000 and £2,000 at Isleworth Crown
THE Horns moved to its current location in Hempstead Road in Watford in the mid 1750s and many a good time has been had during those 250 years. But the pub is probably enjoying its greatest success since Licensees Pam & Dennis Cook took over in July
Rail unions have called off strike action which would have caused serious disruptions for commuters over the next month. The RMT had planned two twenty-four hour strikes between May 6 and 7, and May 27 and 28, in a dispute with train operating companies
Rail unions have called off strike action which would have caused serious disruptions for commuters over the next month. The RMT had planned two twenty-four hour strikes between May 6 and 7, and May 27 and 28, in a dispute with train operating companies
Sir,-Reference the article on April 18th about 'Lack of toilet facilities' in the borough. This is due not to what Cllr Elengorn says, but to him and his previous Lib Dem council. They first closed toilets in Richmond town centre and put a garden type
Sir,-In the Richmond Guardian on April 17th headed Dancing Queen's dream 'dashed' you reported the problems experienced by a keen 14 year old dancer from Waldegrave School, Laura Harrison. I am an enthusiastic helper at Richmond upon Thames Performing
Sir,-Richmond upon Thames College was established in 1977 by the then Conservative local government. Although there were high hopes for the new college, I regret to say that these hopes have not been realised. In a former role, the building was used to
Sir,-I have the utmost sympathy with your reader Paul Wenham who feels that Whitton, in postal code terms, has lost its identity and is simply regarded as being part of Twickenham. However, as a resident of Whitton Waye which branches off Nelson Road
The sensational reggae musical Johnny Dollar plays at the Ashcroft Theatre from May 1 to 3, starring Carl Jose Bradshaw. An exciting rags to riches story packed with music, comedy and dance will lift the spirits and get your feet tapping at the very least
The Bromley Summer Choral Festival is looking for extra singers who would like to take part in a performance of Elgar's The Dream of Gerontius to be presented at Fairfield Concert Hall on Sunday, July 13. The concert will also include Elgar's rarely heard
On May 1st hundreds of campaigners will speak out against two NHS plans for the future of cancer services at Hillingdon's Mount Vernon Hospital. The choice is clear. Either services move to Hemel Hempstead or they go to Hatfield both miles away from patients
The production of Calamity Jane due to play at Wimbledon Theatre from May 13, has been cancelled due to Toyah Willcox being chosen to take part in the ITV show I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here. The theatre staff regret the disappointment this will cause
Sir,-I was very pleased to read the article by our MP Jenny Tonge attacking the Vatican on AIDS and her support for a disease which is causing mass destruction throughout the world and heartbreak among ordinary families. The UK a few years ago focused
Sir,-I am 29 years old and six months ago I was diagnosed with a rare and potentially fatal blood disorder called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura for which I am being treated (in the most caring and professional way) at the Haematology Day Unit of
Sir,-I was sympathised with Ann Gray's letter in last week's Richmond and Twickenham Times about the way her son's reporting had been treated by the BBC and 10 Downing Street. What Mrs Gray does not realise is that the BBC stands for 'Blair's Broadcasting
John McDonnell, MP for Hayes and Harlington:"I have always fully supported the idea that Mount Vernon should remain where it is. "It is and always has been a centre of excellence." April 30, 2003 15:00
John Randall, Tory MP for Uxbridge : "I absolutely back the campaign. "The point is, we weren't given the third option to keep it where it is. We were just asked do you want it either at one place or the other? The consultation seems to have been flawed
John Wilkinson, Tory MP for Ruislip and Northwood: "There have been many years of dedicated effort to save the cancer centre and build on the outstanding services. "It is imperative that cancer services stay at Mount Vernon. On one site they have clinical
Still flirty and dirty at thirty! That's The Rocky Horror Show, which opens at Wimbledon Theatre on Monday, May 5 for one week. Starring Jonathan Wilkes as a magnificent Frank N Furter and retired police chief John Stalker as the narrator this production
Go to Bed at the Shoestring Theatre, Oakley Road, South Norwood until Saturday, May 3. Bed is a play presented by Exit Stage Left Theatre Company starring Mish Taylor, Debbie Spanner and Helen Al-Jajjar. The story follows the night time happening of seven
Hendon FC are on the verge of their best league season for 29 years after Tuesday's 1-0 win over Kingstonian. Eugene Ofori's goal six minutes from time has left the Greens a tantalising two points away from securing third spot in the Ryman League Premier
Hendon FC are on the verge of their best league season for 29 years after Tuesday's 1-0 win over Kingstonian. Eugene Ofori's goal six minutes from time has left the Greens a tantalising two points away from securing third spot in the Ryman League Premier
With manager Steve Hawkins selecting his fronge players for this mid-table encounter NGU laboured to share the points with a no-nonsense Town side. With overnight rain softening the pitch making playing conditions near perfect the fans were expecting
Buskers will be given dedicated areas and licences to perform in London Underground stations, as a part of a trial scheme to be launched within a month. Busking has been illegal anywhere on the Tube network, but will now be allowed under controlled conditions
VANDALS started a fire at Harrow Leisure Centre on Monday evening last week. They broke into changing rooms at the centre in Christchurch Avenue, Wealdstone, and set light to a wooden bench. Staff were alerted at 9pm when smoke triggered an alarm and
VOLUNTEER NSPCC fundraisers in Harrow and Brent are holding a play-day for children at Fantasy Island at Vale Farm in Watford Road, Sudbury, on Monday. Volunteer Audrey Almeida said: "The owners of Fantasy Island have kindly lent us the premises between
HARROW Council has begun a public consultation on changes to licensing laws, which could allow pubs to stay open around the clock. The proposal to allow 24-hour opening is going to Parliament at the moment, and may be law by this summer, coming into effect
The Warehouse Theatre launches its new season with a play that traces the life of Billie Holiday. Wednesday, April 30, is opening night, and Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill is a fitting production for the start of the new season of the Warehouse in
I am writing in support of the Fireman who put an article in this week's Croydon Guardian concerning abandoned vehicles. There was an article on the BBC news concerning this issue. I want clarity regarding the Croydon area and the issue of abandoned vehicles
Former pupils from Shirley High School and Edenham High School are teaming up to stage a reunion football match at Croydon Sports Arena in South Norwood on Friday May 2, kick off 7pm. The players, who completed High School in 1998 have remained in touch
On the final day of the season, with the cup finals still to be played, both divisional titles were decided. Purley Phoenix were crowned Division One champions following a single-goal victory over Wandle. Oakley Lions secured the Division Two title with
Croydon Schools' Football Association is hoping to finish its borough sides' fixtures on a high note as it seeks to add to its tally of three trophies in three cup finals already this season, writes David Lomas. Tonight (Wednesday, April 30) the Under
Military action to overthrow Saddam Hussain has inevitably caused controversy across Britain with a fair share here in Croydon. Now, however, the campaign is coming to a speedy and successful conclusion and I hope everyone can be thankful for that. I
I wanted to thank everyone in Croydon who has written to me with kind words concerning my husband Reg. To recap, Reg had the terminal illness motor neurone disease and like many others wanted to choose how and when he died. In the UK it is illegal for
We often read and hear bad press about the National Health Service so I feel compelled to write about the excellent and caring treatment I received at Mayday Hospital, Croydon. First of all I would like to praise my GP Dr Ogeah at Dr Carter's surgery,
With just one Saturday left in the Ryman League calendar, Whyteleafe finished off their home league programme on Saturday with a fine win against mid-table Worthing. Leafe could have been celebrating promotion if they had not slipped up during the middle
The junior academy at Chipstead Golf Club showed how much it has progressed with some excellent rounds of golf, held over the Easter school holidays. They were competing for the Doris Armstrong Plate, a trophy presented three years ago by Doris Armstrong
Public drinking could be banned in Croydon town centre if proposed plans are accepted. The London Borough of Croydon's Licensing Committee met on April 29 (Tuesday) to consider drinking controls after a survey of residents showed there was major public
A golf trip of a lifetime awaits amateur James Elmer and his Croham Hurst PGA professional Eric Stillwell if they can come through the next stage of Europe's biggest pro-am competition, the Lombard Trophy. Elmer took his first big step towards a luxury
ADDINGTON VILLAGE 227-9 TONGHAM 54 Addington completely outplayed their West-Surrey visitors to ease into the next round of the National Village Competition on May 11. Batting first on a hard, bouncy pitch, Addington took advantage of some wayward bowling
Croydon's top charity event is just three weeks away, and there is still time to show your support. The Croydon Charity Ball will take place on Tuesday, May 20, in a marquee at Selhurst Park, the ground of Crystal Palace Football Club. It is an ideal
Lordswood 170 all out Addiscombe 178 for 5 (40overs) Addiscombe first XI's positive start to the season continued at the weekend with an away win against Kent County Premier League side Lordswood on Saturday in a 40-over friendly. Batting first on a seaming
Women taking part in the Croydon Race for Life to raise money for Cancer Research UK at Lloyd Park can register now to make it a VIP day at a local health and fitness club. Sponsored by Tesco, Cancer Research UK's Race for Life started in 1994 and has
A seriously ill woman from Upper Norwood is still hopeful that a donor will come forward that will give her the life-saving bone-marrow match she so desperately needs. Azeezat Adeyemi is one of three black Londoners who urgently need a transplant but
Schools, clubs, voluntary organisations and businesses across the borough are all invited to join in Croydon's summer Carnival, with over £1,000 in cash prizes up for grabs. The theme for 2003 is Characters of Film, so whether you choose to join in the
Guardian Sport has teamed up with SeaFrance, sponsors of Gillingham FC, to offer one lucky reader the chance to win two complimentary seats in the SeaFrance corporate box for Gillingham v Crystal Palace on Sunday, 4 May 2003 (KO 1pm). This prize includes
Palace Chief Executive Phil Alexander has had his proposal to extend the playoffs from four to six teams accepted in principle by the football league. The plan is for the seventh and eighth-placed teams to travel to play the fifth and sixth outfits in
Robbers threatened staff at a Shirley off-licence with a knife before fleeing with champagne, cigarettes and cash. Neither of the two victims, a male in his 20s and a female in her late teens, were injured in the incident at Threshers Wine Shop, Bywood
Consumers in Croydon are being warned that some companies offering discounted luxury holidays may not be all they seem. Croydon Council's trading standards department are concerned that some holiday clubs, offering a lifetime of discounted trips anywhere
Angry residents have presented Croydon Council with a petition of 650 signatures in opposition to plans to develop a sports arena on Rylands Fields Site, Upper Norwood. The petition organised by the No to the Arena Group (NAG), met outside the town hall
Mayor of Croydon Councillor Stuart Collins led former mayors of the borough in a dance to the Madness hit Baggy Trousers at his St George's Day charity ball last week. Coun Collins was followed closely by his mum and mayors of the past, including Croydon
A Coulsdon mother-of-two says a proposed development could breach her and her family's human rights. Although the application from Linden Homes to build six flats and eight five-bedroom houses on a site on Woodfield Hill and Hollymeoak Road have been
This is a busy weekend for Hercules Wimbledon with the start of the Southern Men's and National Young Athletics Leagues, plus the club's Barry Jones 10km road race. Outstanding youngster Emily Martin will head a joint boys' and girls' team in the National
Mitcham Little League beat Clapham 4-0 in the second round of the National Tournament Cup on Saturday with goals from Daniel Allen, Ben Gyamfi, TJ Omitola and Joe Tompkins. The quarter-final is on Saturday, May 10. April 30, 2003 12:00
Lee Sidwell's hat-trick kept AFC Wimbledon's promotion hopes alive against Walton Casuals on Saturday. The midfielder took his goal tally this season to 11, but it was not all good news for the Dons who lost Gareth Graham to injury and had centre back
Soaring management costs, low spending on repairs and some of the most dissatisfied tenants in London are to prompt a complete overhaul of housing services in Merton, a damning report has revealed. The discussion document into Merton's housing services
A 19-YEAR-OLD man from Uxbridge stole a top-of-the-range Mercedes but later dumped it because it would not go faster than 40mph, a court heard. Kieran Grinter, of Mill Avenue, pleaded guilty to stealing the £23,000 car from a house in North Park, Gerrards
This week's listings Saturday 2nd May EASTCOTE Choral Society Spring Fayre 9.30am 12 noon at Ickenham Village Hall, Ickenham. Cakes, pickles, jams, plants, handicrafts, toys, books and records, bricabrac, refreshments and raffle. For more information
Councillors have given the thumbs down to the appearance of buildings to be erected on land adjoining the Savacentre at Merton Abbey Mills. Outline permission has been granted to developers Countryside Properties for a hotel, health and fitness centre
I would like to commend your newspaper for covering the local initiative to raise awareness of the importance of high blood pressure by offering free blood pressure checks. High blood pressure is serious the thousands of people each year who suffer a
Crime is falling in the Borough of Enfield, according to new statistics. Figures released by the Metropolitan Police this month show street crime, burglary and car crime are down in Enfield and across the capital. From April 2002 to March 2003, street
A former payroll officer has admitted stealing £210,000 by fraud from Barnet Council in the space of 12 months at Harrow Crown Court yesterday. Julie Ann Swain, of Hunter Walk, Borehamwood, pleaded guilty to 40 counts of false accounting between August
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Rail operator Thameslink, which operates services in Borehamwood, Elstree and Radlett, has introduced a new summer timetable, starting on May 18. The company hopes the new timetable will make services more reliable and punctual, and has altered the departure
Health bosses at Barnet Hospital are reassuring patients their records are safe after 19 computers were stolen over the Easter weekend. The computers were taken from the physiotherapy, fracture clinic and outpatients departments, which had all been locked
Health bosses at Barnet Hospital are reassuring patients their records are safe after 19 computers were stolen over the Easter weekend. The computers were taken from the physiotherapy, fracture clinic and outpatients departments, which had all been locked
Young guitarists aged between 13 and 20 are wanted to jam with guitar ace Jamie Humphries and be in with the chance of winning a top guitar. Jamie is holding a guitar clinic organised by Broadway Music And Ernie Ball Musicman at the Lantern Arts Centre
A retired charge nurse is considering suing a hospital because she still has no feeling in her right foot more than a year after a hip replacement operation. Grandmother-of-seven Dorcas Browne, 67, from Morden, had her right hip replaced at Epsom General
Carlos Cortiglia (Letters, March 27) rightly condemns decades of Labour's financial mismanagement in Lambeth. However, to expect the new administration to remedy these historical problems is unrealistic and unfair. There are three main reasons why Lambeth's
I am a single pensioner living in a standard D band property, which means I get a 25 per cent discount on the total council tax. Last autumn my state pension increased by a princely £13 per month. My council tax has just gone up by £14 per month. So that
While I may find some comfort in Councillor Clyne's sympathy (Letters, March 20) and I am very grateful for Councillor Fewtrell's support too, it does not seem to have made much difference to my "predicament". I am in full time employment within Lambeth
While we residents who live behind the proposed development realise the Streatham Hub needs to be rejuvenated, it should not be done to the detriment of ordinary people. We have voiced our views to Ken Livingstone in no uncertain terms and feel he made
Whatever the headlines and the contents of the letter in the Streatham Guardian by Councillor John Whelan, some of us were not born yesterday. What he highlights I will accept as true, but we recall such improvements and radical changes, accountability
Coun John Whelan, the Conservative deputy leader of the council, is right when he says the causes of Lambeth's current financial problems date back many years (letters, April 10). What he fails to mention however is that he and his Liberal Democrat colleagues
The Mayor of London Ken Livingstone has, contrary to his comments, caused ice rink plans to flounder. He demands proof of funding before he will grant planning permission, yet no funding can be negotiated without planning permission approved by him. Had
Electric trams were introduced to East Dulwich in 1906, with a service along Lordship Lane terminating at Barry Road. In 1907, a branch from Goose Green along East Dulwich Road terminated at Peckham Rye. A further extension from Barry Road along Lordship
Betel and paan will be discussed at a drugs conference for the Asian community in Burnt Oak on Tuesday, May 6. The drugs a nut and a leaf respectively give a mild high when chewed together, and are popular among Asian men and women. The conference, at
Two soldiers from the borough are swapping Colindale and Mill Hill for Kabul this week, as part of a Territorial Army (TA) peace-keeping force in the Afghan capital. Lance Corporal Paul Warner, a labourer from Colindale, and Private Jason Turner, a lorry
Barnet Council has unveiled plans for £3million worth of repairs to the borough's roads, but opposition groups warn that the schemes may see road humps and other traffic-calming measures disappearing without warning. More than £1million will be spent
More than 80 pensioners were entertained at a party at Bishop Thomas Grant School in Streatham in an afternoon of music and song. Pupils from the school in Belltrees Road performed Latino dancing and played a steel band at the party. April 30, 2003 10
BUCK SHELFORD immediately set his sights on obtaining a Zurich Wild-Card spot after Saracens took a significant step towards preserving their status in the Zurich Premiership with a nerve-jangling 17-16 victory. The priceless victory achieved by the narrowest
Staff and customers at the Royal Oak pub in Tolworth flew the flag for St George's Day, during a day-long celebration last Wednesday. Cash raised from the event will go to the Soldiers And Sailors Benevolent Fund. April 30, 2003 10:30
A Surbiton resident has been on the receiving end of a hoax letter stating their home has enough room to house an Albanian man seeking asylum in the UK. Police are now investigating the source of the letter, typed and printed on headed paper, which purports
ONE of the borough's best loved parks celebrated a milestone birthday at the weekend. Broomfield Park reached its centenary on Sunday, having been given to the Enfield public in 1903. A number of people turned out to celebrate the event, with a tea party
ENFIELD Council is planning a massive crackdown on sub-standard pet shops and animal boarding houses. The new legislation, which was approved by the licensing committee last week, follows concerns raised by the deaths of two pets in a cattery during the
MAY I through your newspaper air my concern about what is being done on the Roding Meadows nature reserve? Cows are being grazed over the winter months and are creating a heck of a mess on what was once a very pleasant walk. I wrote to the portfolio holder
TRIBUTES have continued to flood in for the teenager who was killed in a bus crash in Argentina just before Easter. Friends and family of 18-year-old Alex Shaverin, of Queen Elizabeth's Drive, Southgate, have been remembering the life of the young man
A 75-year-old nun was robbed in a Brixton street on her way to mass at the local prison chapel on Sunday. The Roman Catholic nun, who was dressed in her habit, was tripped and robbed by a woman while crossing Brixton Hill, towards Jebb Avenue, SW2, about
I HAVE to agree with your correspondents on last week's letters page (April 24). The huge metal flowers in George Lane are more than an eyesore, they are a total embarrassment to the area. I'd hate to bring a friend along to my local shopping area, for
A worker at an off-licence in Wimbledon Village suffered a bruised head after being pushed and punched by three teenage robbers. It happened during a raid on Oddbins, Ridgway, Wimbledon, on Friday, April 25, at 5.15pm. The men, all black, threw the till
AN 11th hour agreement has saved Edmonton's Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) from closure. A sub-committee of the CAB Board of Trustees met on Monday and agreed to formally apply for funds from Enfield Council to fund a permanent move to Community House in
The proposed hostel development on the old Nissan site in Colliers Wood is up for discussion at the next meeting of the town's residents' association on May 12. The association is also looking for businesses or residents from the ethnic minorities to
IT is with sadness and disappointment that I learned that the Bristol Planning Inspectorate Appeal has succeeded and Hutchinson 3G is going to put up yet more mobile phone masts in Carnarvon Road. This is despite residents' deep concern about the health
A pensioner from Mitcham is complaining of a cover-up after having his car smashed into by a bus driver. Retired London Transport bus driver Alexander Stewart is accusing Connex Buses of putting people's lives at risk by failing to identify the hit-and
MR BLOOM'S amazement and assumptions about my views of the NHS are quite amusing in their attempt to mislead your readers (Letters, April 24). Nowhere in my letter did I indicate a preference for the American system of health provision. However I do think
THANKS for your reply to my criticisms of your original letter to the Guardian, with its anti-Labour content (name and address supplied: 'Increase is such an insulting offer', Letters, April 24). I assure you that the blood pressure of Gus Krayer was
A CAMPAIGN calling for greater access to Southgate Police Station has been launched by the Enfield Lib Dems. The group is concerned that the station's front desk is only open to the public from 10am to 5pm during the week. Michael Trup, Chairman of Enfield
The Wandsworth Common Nature Study Centre has launched a poetry competition to celebrate the common's wildlife and biodiversity. Of any length, and taking any form, entries come under four age categories. Adults can win bird feeding equipment, 11 to 16
Detectives have raided an address in Tooting as part of a major operation across London cracking down on organised crime groups working in the illegal sex industry. Five officers arrested a Thai woman at the unnamed address on Thursday and police were
ROBBERS raided an Edmonton betting shop and held staff and customers at gunpoint on Sunday. The three men, armed with two hand guns, robbed Coral's Bookmakers in Silver Street shortly before closing time at around 6pm. Customers were threatened and bundled
PARENTS at a primary school in Edmonton are demanding action to end a year of violence in the school playground. Latymer All Saints CE Primary School in Hydethorpe Avenue has seen a dramatic rise in bullying and a high turnover of both pupils and staff
A QUICK-THINKING ten-year-old photographer snapped two suspected criminals fleeing from their smashed getaway car. Vincent Pamenter, who never leaves his house without his trusty camera, has now passed the incriminating photos to police. Budding photographer
Roundshaw residents are demanding compensation amid claims heating and hot water have been off for more than 100 days since the estate's redevelopment began. In the most recent incident, the two utilities went down for 11 days after repairs to a boiler
Crystal Palace ended their Nationwide League Division One home campaign on a high, beating Stoke City thanks to a late Dele Adebola strike which denied the Potters the point they need to nail down their Division One safety. The visitors, needing a point
A 75-year-old nun was robbed in a Brixton street on her way to mass at the local prison chapel on Sunday. The Roman Catholic nun, who was dressed in her habit, was tripped and robbed by a woman while crossing Brixton Hill, towards Jebb Avenue, SW2, about
Detectives investigating the murder of Harlow mother-of-three Beverley Brinkley have expressed their disappointment that no-one has come forward with information about the attack. The 35-year-old was subjected to an "extremely violent" attack in a third-floor
A DECISION on plans for a major redevelopment scheme for Jackson Square, Bishop's Stortford, has been postponed until traffic concerns have been resolved. East Herts planning officers recommended the scheme for approval at a development control committee
DETECTIVES investigating the murder of Harlow mother-of-three Beverley Brinkley have expressed their disappointment that no-one has come forward with information about the attack. The 35-year-old was subjected to an "extremely violent" attack in a third-floor
John Gilham has been appointed as chief executive of the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. Mr Gilham has been acting chief executive since November following the departure of Gary Belfield to a senior post with the Department of Health. April 30,
John Gilham has been appointed as chief executive of the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. Mr Gilham has been acting chief executive since November following the departure of Gary Belfield to a senior post with the Department of Health. April 30,
Haringey Rhinos' attempt to reach the Middlesex Sevens finals for the third year in a row came unstuck when they were knocked out by London Scottish on Sunday. The qualifiers, held at Enfield Ignatians' ground, boasted a strong line-up of teams. The afternoon
Canvey Island10 Enfield FC1 Ryman League Premier Division Awesome' was how Terry Back described Canvey Island after his side were given a footballing lesson on Saturday. The E's boss, still coming to terms with his side's relegation, was gobsmacked after
Union officials have voiced serious concern over the restructuring of the special educational needs department at Barnet Council. Barnet's Unison secretary, John Burgess, said: "Our members explained how their much-valued work with excluded children would
Barnet Council is planning to erect 16 sponsored Welcome to London Borough of Barnet' signs on the borough boundaries, featuring logos of advertising companies. The light blue signs, with black lettering, will feature the borough crest and the phrase,
Arsenal footballer Ashley Cole's sports car is among items donated by the Gunners to an auction in aid of the Marc Fisher Trust a cancer charity formed after the death of an Edgware man. Passionate Arsenal fan Marc Fisher died in 1995, aged 28, of non-hodgkins
A Chinese radiology consultant at Barnet Hospital who was victimised by his bosses and discriminated against racially has been awarded more than £186,000 in compensation. An employment tribunal decided last week (April 24) that Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals
A special needs teacher has been barred from her school by Barnet Council, after returning from SARS-affected Toronto despite her children being told they must attend lessons. Rachel Lewis, 35, and her partner Felix Gill, of Corringham Road, Golders Green
A firm of car clampers has been fined £420 for over-zealous clamping and an ambiguous warning sign in an East Finchley road. Capital Car Clampers, working for residents of Heathfielde flats, off Lyttleton Road, clamp drivers parking without authorisation
Running a bric-a-brac store in East Finchley is not the usual passport for entering front-line politics. But that is not stopping Noel Lynch from taking up his post as a new London Assembly member on Friday (May 2). Mr Lynch, who lives above his shop,
Woodhouse College this week received beacon status for its top-class performance. The lifelong learning, further and higher education minister Margaret Hodge presented the sixth-form college in Woodhouse Road, Finchley, with the beacon award at a ceremony
Desperate headteachers petitioned Tony Blair at Downing Street yesterday (April 30) in a last-ditch attempt to solve the school funding crisis in Barnet. Parents, governors and councillors joined more than 75 headteachers to present the Prime Minister
Desperate headteachers petitioned Tony Blair at Downing Street yesterday (April 30) in a last-ditch attempt to solve the school funding crisis in Barnet. Parents, governors and councillors joined more than 75 headteachers to present the Prime Minister
A month-long gun amnesty that finishes tonight was a success, despite the catch being lower than previous, police said today. "There has been a fantastic response to the amnesty in London, and the streets must be a safer place as a result of these weapons
A 75-year-old nun was robbed in a Brixton street on her way to mass at the local prison chapel on Sunday. The Roman Catholic nun, who was dressed in her habit, was tripped and robbed by a woman while crossing Brixton Hill, towards Jebb Avenue, SW2, about
A 75-year-old nun was robbed in a Brixton street on her way to mass at the local prison chapel on Sunday. The Roman Catholic nun, who was dressed in her habit, was tripped and robbed by a woman while crossing Brixton Hill, towards Jebb Avenue, SW2, about
The Metropolitan Police has called in extra officers to patrol London tomorrow, as anti-capitalist groups target the premises of multinational companies. Protests are expected against companies involved in the manufacture of arms, including Lockheed Martin
AFTER 13 years lying derelict, plans to transform the former Sun Printers site in West Watford were finally approved this week. The 8.5 acre plot of empty land in Whippendell Road will now undergo an £80 million makeover. In one of the biggest projects
A MAN was charged with arson after he hid a lighter in his anus and later set fire to a pillow in his cell at Watford Police Station. The bedding in the cell at Watford Police Station was burned on Wednesday, January 22, by the man who had been arrested
MEMBERS of the legal system gathered in court this week to say farewell to one of the region's top judges, after he announced he was retiring from the bench. Judge Colin Colston QC is retiring from service after more than 40 years in the legal profession
A 23-year-old Potters Bar woman who was arrested for displaying a poster of an aborted foetus, while campaigning for a seat on the Welsh Assembly, was given permission to carry on showing the picture by the High Court yesterday. Fiona Pinto, from Osborne
A HEATHROW airport security worker banned for drink-driving struggled to understand proceedings or be understood at Watford Magistrates Court. Bishnu Pant, 30, of Durban Road East, Watford, became confused when magistrates explained they had no choice
A former policeman from Barnet cheated death by 15 minutes when he esaped the impact of a suicide bomb blast in Israel on Tuesday night (April 29). Barry Gilbert, 45, who emigrated to Israel last year but still owns a house in Links View, Finchley, was
A VIOLENT teenager has been jailed for two years for a series of robberies in Watford. Victoria Paterson, 19, of Gammons Farm Close, north Watford, was found guilty at St Albans Crown Court last Friday. Paterson's fist victim was a 33-year-old woman who
On March 19, News Shopper published this picture of Home Guard who met at a drill hall in Bexley Road, Erith, which was submitted by Mrs D Cooper, of Erith. Lots of readers responded and we now know the identities of a number of the men in the photograph
In September 1939 I volunteered to the War Office, in Whitehall, and was put in Military Intelligence of Germany. In August 1941 I was promoted to personal assistant to Colonel John Longmere, deputy director, Territorial Army. In a few months Colonel
Barnet Council's policy on the superbug SARS seems bizarre to say the least. Quarantining teachers goes against Government guidelines, which say people should live their lives as normal unless they show the highly visible symptoms of SARS. On the other
Barnet Council's policy on the superbug SARS seems bizarre to say the least. Quarantining teachers goes against Government guidelines, which say people should live their lives as normal unless they show the highly visible symptoms of SARS. On the other
After ten weeks lobbying without success, more than 75 headteachers yesterday took their frustration at the borough's education funding crisis directly to Prime Minister Tony Blair's front door. Their public demonstration showed the depth of their commitment
A former policeman from Finchley cheated death by 15 minutes after escaping the impact of a suicide bomb blast in Israel in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Barry Gilbert, 45, who emigrated to Israel last year but still owns a house in Links View,
What London can expect in the way of protests, marches and rallies, both official and unofficial, this May Day, Thursday 1st May 2003... 10.30am Demonstration against animal cruelty, capitalism and logo culture outside Dolce & Gabanna, Old Bond Street
What London can expect in the way of protests, marches and rallies, both official and unofficial, this May Day, Thursday 1st May 2003... 10.30am Demonstration against animal cruelty, capitalism and logo culture outside Dolce & Gabanna, Old Bond Street
Desperate headteachers petitioned Tony Blair at Downing Street yesterday in a last-ditch attempt to solve the school funding crisis in Barnet. Parents, governors and councillors joined more than 75 headteachers to present the Prime Minister a petition
The Met's current commissioner and the man he succeeded are on trial today over injuries to one policeman and the death of another. Sir John Stevens and his predecessor Lord Paul Condon are accused by the Health and Safety Executive of failing in their
The Met's current commissioner and the man he succeeded are on trial today over injuries to one policeman and the death of another. Sir John Stevens and his predecessor Lord Paul Condon are accused by the Health and Safety Executive of failing in their
News Shopper is happy to get readers' letters about memories of bygone years or comments on features. Our piece on Severndroog Castle prompted replies ... Lucya Szachnowski always writes interestingly, as in News Shopper, April 9, about Severndroog Castle
News Shopper is happy to get readers' letters about memories of bygone years or comments on features. Our piece on Severndroog Castle prompted replies ... Lucya Szachnowski always writes interestingly, as in News Shopper, April 9, about Severndroog Castle
MP for St Albans Kerry Pollard has spoken out over his relationship with controversial Labour MP George Galloway, who is currently facing allegations he received money from Saddam Hussein's regime. Mr Pollard twice accompanied Mr Galloway and several
