Moaning and groaning, scaring the living daylights out of people and drenching yourself in tomato ketchup and talcum powder. Not the usual requirements for a £30,000-a-year job - but not every company wants their staff chasing people around
Calum Willock will not be joining AFC Wimbledon after the Kingsmeadow club revealed the coffers could not meet his demands. Terry Brown had hoped to tie up a deal for the striker, who scored in Tuesday night's 2-1 win over a Fulham XI. But after a meeting
Five Brixton roads will be taken over by live music and performances this Sunday as it's time for the annual Brixton Splash again. Atlantic Road, Coldharbour Lane, Electric Avenue, Electric Lane and Pope’s Road will be overrun by a live stage, three
A man who was stabbed to death last night at a house in Windmill Road has been named locally as Anthony Fernandes. The 46-year-old was found at a house suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was rushed to hospital by an ambulance at
The summer season of evening horse racing at Kempton Park Racecourse continues with Irish Night on Wednesday. It promises to be a great night of entertainment, with live Irish music acts during and after the races. Crowd favourites Rollercoaster will
Long Ditton-based Surbiton will have no less than seven current and two former players, as well as a former director of coaching, on international duty this week. All five of the club’s remaining Beijing Olympians - Richard Alexander, Matt Daly, Ben
On July 23rd 2009, peacefully in Amy Woodgate House, Chessington. Catherine, beloved Mother of Maureen and Paul, Grandmother of Andrew, Simon, Sarah, Emma, Isabel, Ruth, Alistair and Great Grandmother of Alison. Funeral Service takes place on
In loving memory of MARY "MAUREEN" ARTHUR Passed away peacefully on 27th July 2009 aged 89. Wife of the late Laurence A. Arthur. Funeral Service on Friday 7th August 2009 at St Joseph's R.C. Church, Epsom followed by interment at Epsom Cemetery
Passed away peacefully at Kingston Hospital on 19th July 2009 aged 87 years. Funeral has already taken place Donations, if desired to The Royal Marsden Hospital c/o Frederick W Paine, 265 Ewell Road, Surbiton KT6 7AA 020 8399 2060
In much sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Barry Miller on Saturday 25th July 09, Only aged 52. The funeral will be held on Friday 7th August 2009, 3: 30 at: North East Surrey Crematorium, Morden. He will be sadly missed by all who
In loving memory of MICK WILLIAMSON 11-11-1957 - 24-07-2009 Who sadly passed away after a long illness, aged 51, on Friday 24th July at St Raphael's Hospice. "May you rest in peace no more suffering or pain". Mick will be sadly
Peacefully passed away on Tuesday 21st July 2009 aged 73. Devoted dad to André and Catherine. Loving grandad to Jhelisa and Hayden. Santi will be sadly missed by all including all his family in Italy. Funeral Service to take place on Tuesday
Aged 83 formerly of Sutton, Surrey passed away peacefully at a Hospice in the West Midlands on the 25th July 2009 after bravely battling cancer. Funeral to be held in West Bromwich. Condolences from all his family and friends, sister Maureen
People turning up to court with knives are being handed them back when they leave. Some 18 people tried to enter Camberwell Green Magistrate’s Court with a knife last year, a Freedom of Information request showed. But instead of the
South Thames College received a glowing review by Ofsted in a report published last week. Inspectors rated the further education college "good" after visiting earlier this year. College results now exceed national averages, with English
St George’s Hospital will become one of four major trauma centres in London, following an announcement by Healthcare for London. It means the Tooting hospital will take patients from south west London and Surrey who have suffered serious injuries
The Swing family is saddened to announce the death of JEAN MARGARET SWING who 'crost the bar' on 16th July aged 86. A much loved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-greatgrandmother she will be missed. "'They rest', we said 'their
Passed away peacefully on 24th July 2009, aged 96 years. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service has taken place.
Died peacefully 21st July 2009, aged 62, after a short illness. Cherished wife of John for 39 years, loving mother to Sarah, Wendy and Philip, mother-in-law to Adrian and devoted grandma to Melissa. Funeral Service at Randalls Park Crematorium
19.1.1910-26.7.2009 Passed away peacefully in Ridgemount Care Home, Banstead. Beloved mother of Jean and Elsie, mother-in-law of Peter, grandmother of Christopher, Michael and Nigel and a very special great grandmother. Much loved and sadly
In loving memory of MARION SHEPPARD 17.07.1947-24.07.2009 Who passed away peacefully after a short illness, she will be sadly missed by all that knew her. Loving mother to Michelle and Matthew, partner to Alan, Sister to Gloria and Grandma to
29/03/1970 - 31/07/2003 In loving memory of our son Stuart who died so young. He is forever in our thoughts His family remember him as he was for us he will never grow old death leaves heartaches no one can heal love leaves memories no one can
17th August 1930 - 1st August 2008 There is a pain beyond imagination burning in my heart. because the day you went away my whole world fell apart. I am grateful for the time we shared we really did so much But I won't pretend it's easy, because
Merton police’s Safer Transport Team hosted a community roadshow to engage people in the work of the team. Held at Korea Foods in New Malden, the aim of the event was also to raise awareness of the team’s role in the community. PCSOs
Police patrols in troubled Blagdon Park are a "waste of time" as they stop before 11pm, a resident has said. Another vicious assault in Blagdon Park left a man with a lacerated face after a gang of 15 young people kicked and punched him, the
Kingston Council’s ruling Liberal Democrats survived a rare motion of no confidence from the Conservative opposition last Wednesday night. The Conservatives criticised bin collections, the contact centre, stock transfer and school places.
The power struggle over who should control Kingston’s patient and social care watchdog looks set to continue, after a decision about who will take on the contract was pushed back to September. After disputes with the elected steering group,
13.4.1929-5.8.2002 Time may pass and fade away but you are still always in our thoughts and missed so much. Remembering you dear Wife (Mum and Nan), Bob, Bob jnr., Diane and families
Happy 1st Birthday EMILY WENDY REDMILL 30.07.2009 Lots of Love from Grandad Dave and Uncle Jason xx
29.7.1959-11.8.1990 On your 50th Birthday Our thoughts are all of you on this special day. A wonderful son and brother suddenly called away. We will have a get together just as we used to do and wish a happy birthday to the one and only you.
Congratulations on your 21st Birthday Love always Mum, Dad, Kelly, Karen, Mark and all your family xxxx
LOST PASSPORT On 23rd July 2009. Origon Syria. Passport No. N001 859018. Name M Sankari on South West Train from Wimbledon to Surbiton. If found please contact me on 07984 971974. REWARDS £150.
A 16-year-old girl was raped in the Walton-on-the-Hill recreation ground in the early hours of this morning. The girl was walking home when she was assaulted some time between 3am and 6am in the recreation ground near Howard Close. Her
A 17-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by a stranger on a train to Wandsworth Town last month, according to police. The girl was waiting at Clapham Junction station when a man tried to speak to her and followed her on to the train.
Sutton's Harry Aikines-Aryeetey has revealed he is still running with the two stress fractures in his back that kept him out for the entire 2007 outdoor season. The 20-year-old Sutton & District sprinter, who was this week included in the Great Britain
Sutton & Cheam Swimming Club’s Michael Rees and George Brown proudly display their array of trophies, which they won at the recent Fareham Open. Michael and George achieved second and third positions, respectively, in their age groups. Team-mate
Anti-terror laws have been used by Merton Council to snoop on residents, for petty offences ranging from breaching smoking bans to fly-tipping, 39 times since 2006, the Wimbledon Guardian can reveal. The revelation has sparked criticism
A new electronic form for benefit claimants was launched this week. The council says the new way of claiming benefits is quicker and easier, and housing benefit advisors can now take claims over the phone, without the need for complicated and
A summer challenge to inspire kids to get around the borough using green transport was launched by Smarter Travel Sutton. The award-winning scheme will see about 13,000 schoolchildren receive a pack called the Green Travel Tracker, with a diary
Christ's U14 boys' and girls' teams were worthy winners in the Inter-Borough (Richmond and Kingston) Secondary Schools Volleyball Championships Finals, held at Tiffin Girls' School last Wednesday. Preparations began back in January when 30 teams from
Sutton United say ticket sales are going well for their friendly at home to a Tottenham Hotspur XI on Tuesday, August 11 (7.30pm). Tickets are £11 (senior citizens £6, juniors £4) and can be obtained from the club in person,either from the club
Terry Brown admits he would love to bring in Calum Willock on a permanent deal - but only if the price is right. Former Brentford man Willock has impressed in a handful of pre-season appearances for the Dons, including heading his first goal in Tuesday
Sutton Council is offering a limited number of compost bins at bargain prices to encourage composting this summer. The offer is designed to help residents do their bit for the environment at very little cost. Compost bins are available from
Leatherhead’s Katherine Wyld admitted she didn’t want the opening day of the World Swimming Championships to end after marking her debut with a seventh-place finish in the 4x100m freestyle relay final. Accompanied by Fran Halsall, Caitlin McClatchey
It was a crime worthy of the stunt magician David Blaine. A gymgoer reported a mysterious theft to police, in which his iPhone and Tag Heuer Carerra watch were removed from a locked locker at the David Lloyd leisure centre in Cheam.
CCTV images of a vandal hurling a rubbish bin at a stationary bus were released by the Metropolitan Police this week. Operation BusTag officers are appealing for help in identifying the youth who smashed the vehicle’s window in Sutton.
Corinthian Casuals and Loxwood played out an entertaining friendly match on Tuesday, in a game where both sides played good football. It was played in an excellent spirit and moved referee Peter Georgiou to state afterwards that it had been a pleasure
Hercules Wimbledon's senior men face a tough challenge this weekend if they are to hang on to their third spot in the top division of the Southern Men's League. The squad is travelling to Bracknell for their final Division One match where they come
Healthy residents bent over backwards at the weekend to enjoy a challenging workout, including a bizarre limbo cycling competition. Visitors to the Active at the Arena festival in Carshalton were also able to attempt Nordic walking, bungee
Hampton twins Amy and Charlotte Wells made a vital contribution as Great Britain earned a creditable fifth spot in the European Cadette Softball Championships in Holland recently. Bumped out of the top-tier play-offs after heavy defeats to Russia and
Quick-thinking cops scored a hole-in-one after commandeering a golf buggy to catch troublemakers. The officers were involved in the madcap pursuit, reminiscent of the film Police Academy, after being called to Addington Court Golf Club in Featherbed
A centenarian known as “Little Chip” as a child was treated like a big shot when she celebrated her 101st birthday last week. Pupils from Holy Trinity Junior School presented Daisy Foreman with a cake, flowers and cards at South Carshalton
Tackling Merton’s primary school place crisis is set to cost £60m over the next four years. The council revealed the figure while pledging to bid for a share of a £200m Government fund to finance new classrooms - although a cabinet member has
Hampton Court’s year long celebration of the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII’s accession is about to come to life with the first of two theatrical events being staged at the historic palace next week. A Little Neck, a specially devised site
Hampton have cut ticket prices for Thursday’s high-profile friendly clash with League One side Wycombe Wanderers after Chairboys manager Peter Taylor admitted he would be bringing a weakened side due to injuries. The majority of the side will still be
David Lloyd Raynes Park won both boys’ and girls’ U12 Aegon Team Tennis Premier Finals at the National Tennis Centre, writes Caroline Ash. The girls team of Jasmine Asghar, Emily Boden, Lauren Horsford, Bolor Enkhbayer and Sara Howard met some tough
He may be about to unleash a newly composed piece of classical music on the Proms but drum ’n’ bass legend Goldie hasn’t given up the day job. He will be DJing at Kingston’s Repeater, at McClusky’s, on August 4, appearing with MC Justyce, with support
Outside the Box is coming to the cornerHOUSE on Monday with a headline performance from TV and stand-up star Lee Mack. The comedy club, based at the Fighting Cocks, Kingston, is giving audiences at the Tolworth arts centre a chance to see some top names
An influx of new faces has manager Mark Williams confident Raynes Park Vale will challenge for top honours in the Combined Counties Premier Division this season. Experienced keeper Dean Banks and former Chessington and Corinthian Casuals winger Lee
After three games against Blue Square South opposition, Whyteleafe presented a more modest test, but it still required half an hour of hard work before Carshalton began to make the difference in class tell in this pre-season clash. Even then, good
Hayden Bird reckons the bookies have got it spot on after a number of online firms installed Carshalton Athletic as second favourites for the Ryman Premier league title. The Robins have been priced at 6/1 to lift the crown by Coral, trailing
Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Richmond Theatre Director Bill Kenwright - as chairman of Everton FC - would probably have admitted last night’s opening of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat was a game of two halves.
A superb unbeaten 139 from Rob Bell – his second century in a row - secured maximum points for Worcester Park over neighbours and promotion challengers Chessington on Saturday. After being put into bat, Chessington set about their task well – taking
The countdown to the London 2012 Olympics will duck under the three-year mark this week – and despite an injury-ridden season Stoneleigh pole vaulter Jade Ive’s dream appearance remains firmly on track. The 17-year-old was handpicked as a future Olympian
A disused car workshop near Coulsdon South station was ablaze last night as fire services battled to put out the raging fire. Trains were cancelled for a short while because firemen feared there were gas cylinders in the workshop. Firemen
Youngsters struck gold at the weekend as the grounds of Sutton Court estate were turned into a mini-Olympics arena. Children from the 100-plus flats jumped through hoops, took a hurdles event in their stride and demonstrated ball skills.
A 77-year-old ex-Army officer sent two armed robbers fleeing empty-handed from West Ewell post office yesterday morning. William Keen, newly elected councillor for Ruxley ward, heard a terrified woman screaming as he did some shopping in a
A man was stabbed to death last night at a house in Windmill Road. Ambulance services were called and he was taken to hospital at about 8.30pm but died at 11.50pm of mutiple stab wounds. Two men have been arrested in connection with
Lambeth sporting youngsters met up with two Olympic heroes at a special day to thank them for their efforts in the London Youth Games. A group of 10 teenagers were given the opportunity to meet Olympic sprint champion Usain Bolt and Paralympic
Groups of up to 20 youngsters, some as young as 14, have been roaming the streets of Ashtead at 2am after lying to their parents about going to a friend’s house for a sleepover. That is the stark warning from the police who say the youngsters
The family of a long-serving funeral director from Carshalton who went on his final cortège on Monday have paid tribute to him. Anthony Smith, 77, known as Tony, who worked at his father’s business, Alfred Smith Funeral Directors, for 42 years
A Surrey-based gay wedding company has created the UK’s first dedicated channel for same-sex couples. TogetherTV will officially launch in the coming weeks and can be watched online and through IPTV internet enabled set-top boxes. It
Pensioners have claimed they will be housebound because of the change to the E5 bus route, a change that has been described as "a disaster for the elderly and the disabled". Pensioners, disabled people and mums with young children are left
A piece of literary history has been discovered gathering dust in Wimbledon. A tribute to writer, designer and radical thinker William Morris by playwright George Bernard Shaw was found at the back of a cupboard at the headquarters of the Wimbledon
A loan shark who lent £120,000 to victims before charging them up to 60 per cent interest has been jailed for 16 months. Greg De Guzman of Chasefield Road, Tooting, lent £120,000 to 67 people across south London, including many in Tooting and
What better way to kick off the summer holidays than pull apart pieces of poo? That was what children at Kingston Museum tried their hands at last Saturday, July 25. But before the health and safety police descend, the “poos” were not
The owner of an off-licence in Esher High Street that sold toxic counterfeit vodka has been fined £1,690 at Staines Magistrates’ Court. Murugsu Sundarapalan, who owns Esher Wines and lives in Hollington Crescent, New Malden, appeared at the
A “failed rock star” has been awarded the Claygate Community Cup for his efforts in making the village’s annual Christmas light event a success. Derek Huff, who has lived in the area for 14 years, was selected by Claygate Parish Council for
Flytippers dumping breeze blocks in primary school driveway abandoned their truck after being caught in the act by police. The rogues were in the process of dumping the blocks in the driveway of Kensington Avenue Primary School in Thornton
A community singing workshop for children is being held this Saturday in Brixton. Sing Up is a Government backed campaign which aims to put singing at the heart of every primary school in England. Together with Pegasus opera company
