When Oren Peli's Paranormal Activity burst onto the nation's cinema screens last year, the horror genre got a much needed-jolt in the arm. Proving there was still plenty of life left in the fake-documentary 'found footage' format, the movie scared up
On the 15th September, Croydon High School supported the charity Jeans for Genes by allowing girls to wear mufti if they donated two pounds to this very good cause. Everyone contributed and even the teachers forwent ties and suits in exchange for casual
With the return of the new school year comes the restart of Amnesty International as well. This year, the number of new members has risen to the extent that the group has had to relocate to another room for its weekly meeting. Although Amnesty
An organisation representing Met police officers has warned of "difficult decisions" after the Comprehensive Spending Review. Peter Smyth, chairman of the Metropolitan Police Federation, said cost-cutting in the force would not simply be a case of
Sutton Magistrates’ Court has been handed a reprieve after the most senior judge in England questioned its closure. Lord Chief Justice Judge threw doubt on the court’s potential closure in a report which claims neighbouring courts could absorb
An MP has dismissed as "malicious" claims he structured his financial affairs to reduce his tax bill. Much of Philip Hammond’s estimated £7m wealth comes from his company Castlemead, which builds luxury homes and care homes. Channel
Please would SUE from Hampton Hill, who was at the Richmond Odeon 6.10pm performance of “Made In Dagenham” on Friday 15th October, and who talked with me after, contact me on 07838 155739
A man was shot in the leg in Streatham last night. Police said they were called to a flat in Streatham High Road at 9.30pm to reports of a shooting. The 30-year-old man victim was taken to Kings College Hospital. A police spokeswoman
Jacinto (Michael) Ochando Died peacefully at home on 18th October 2010 after a short illness Friend of many. He was the beloved Partner of Richard Gregson. Service celebrating his life will be held at 12.30pm on Thursday October 28th in Holy
The appointment of Darren Sammy as West Indies’ new cricket captain was greeted with cheers in a corner of south west London. The all-rounder spent a season playing for Barnes Cricket Club as a 19-year-old making his way up the professional ladder.
Jones Sidney Arthur (Sid) Aged 90 years, of Thornton Rust, Aysgarth, North Yorks, formerly of Mortlake, died peacefully on October 16th. Dearly loved Husband of Peggy, much loved Father of Carole, a dear Father-in-law, loving Grandfather and
The most senior judge in England has questioned the case for closing Kingston Magistrates' Court. Lord Chief Justice Ivor Judge, in his foreword to a report on the consultation over proposed court closure, threw doubt on claims neighbouring
The Blitz. Balham, 8pm, October 14, 1940. It was a month into the Blitz and the air raid siren sent hundreds of people scurrying to Balham station to shelter from Luftwaffe bombs. As people huddled on the platforms below the drone of
For years, a plaque at Balham Tube station paid tribute to 64 who died that night but a Wandsworth Guardian investigation found the number was higher. It omitted the names of London Underground workers, believed to have been on shift or off-duty
If you open up any fashion magazine the word Vintage will be there. Over the years, fashions from different eras have all come back into style and are copied in the high street shops all over the country. We all own an item of clothing that is
Siblings Ken, Pat, Maivis and Brian Dudley - who were 11, nine, five and three at the time of the blast - lost their dad and uncle and were at the plaque ceremony. Ken and his sister Pat were evacuated but the rest of the family were at Oval
The top judge in England and Wales has opposed a proposal to close Epsom County Court. Lord Chief Justice, Lord Judge, has opposed the move calling for more work to be done before the "excellent, modern facility is disposed of". His comments come
Hounslow & District Wheelers’ Jeff Marshall won the Redmon Grand Prix des Gentlemen last Sunday. The 69-year-old teamed up with Wouter Sybrandy, a second claim Hounslow member, and held on to his team mate’s back wheel for a superb 15.4-mile time of
"It was about 8pm. I was standing on the platform talking to people when there was a terrific explosion above the station, and at the same time one of the platform lamps arced, and that put the station into total darkness. "That is when
Sutton police has joined forces with Croydon Council to combat the growing number of boy racers using the Beddington Industrial Estate. Dozens of youngsters have been gathering in Imperial Way twice weekly to show off their stunts and tricks
The big band sound of the 1940s will be brought to life in a concert celebrating the work of Glenn Miller. With a line-up of saxophones, trumpets, trombones, a rhythm section and top singers, the Nick Ross Orchestra will faithfully recreate
Richmond-based Jake Humphrey, the BBC TV motor racing presenter, has been hailed for co-driving Tony Jardine to second in the N3 class and 28th out of 70 starters overall at last weekend’s Cambrian Rally. Humphrey, making his debut as a co-driver, admitted
Book clubs are not like fight clubs, you can talk about them and Kingston's Lucy Harrison has done just that with us. She gives GRAHAM MOODY the lowdown on what really happens behind closed doors at her book club's monthly gatherings. Graham
New Slang turns four years old on Thursday and to celebrate it's enticed indie favourites The Wombats down to provide the party music. Banquet Records started the club night four years ago without so much as a PA system but, with Kingston's student
A Croydon pub has shut down after drugs, stolen booze and a stun gun were found in it. The Star in Southbridge Road closed on Wednesday after burglary squad cops, along with the officers from the Territorial Support Group and officers from
England and Harlequins rugby player Danny Care opened a brand new sports hall at a Wallington school this week. The scrum-half visited Wallington Country Grammar School, in Croydon Road, on Wednesday (October 20). Headteacher Peter Smart
Shawn Pittman has his sights set on a big year in 2011, with the USA Eagle targeting promotion with London Welsh, followed by a spot of World Cup giant killing in New Zealand. Having joined the Old Deer Park club in the summer, the 21-year-old six-time
Kingston will be turned into a musical mecca tomorrow as the Oxjam for Oxfam festival takes over five venues in the town. More than 20 acts - ranging from soul and reggae to metal and electro pop - will be performing at The Fighting Cocks,
The jury in a case of a son accused of murdering his parents have retired to consider their verdict at the Old Bailey. Daniel Dighton, stabbed his mother Elizabeth, 60, more than 20 times at the home they shared in Campden Road, South Croydon
It is not very often that you get to feel smug as a Brentford supporter. At this juncture, with the team languishing in the League One relegation zone, you would have thought it would be impossible to feel superior to anyone (except maybe Gillingham
Marcus Bean reckons Brentford’s precarious league position saw the players raise their game at the weekend. The Bees kept a cleansheet and rattled in three goals to ease the pressure on Griffin Park chief Andy Scott. And the 25-year-old midfielder admits
Former Hampton School student Karl Hudspith will lead the local charge in the race to secure a seat in the 2011 Boat Race. The Twickenham 22-year-old, a World University champion and U23 World Championship bronze medalist, will bid for a blue after
Alan Marshall 24th October 2008 You left behind our broken hearts and happy memories too. But we never wanted memories we only want YOU Love you forever Shirley and Family>br> x x x
Mould, Derek "Dougie" Passed away peacefully on Thursday 7th October, aged 80 and now reunited with his Wife Marion Much loved and missed by Vivienne and Ken and their families as well as his friends and former New Malden Police colleagues. Funeral
In memory of our dearest Son & Brother Brian Charles Devenish 29.12.1943 - 24.10.2009 We miss you so very much Love Mum, Terry, Marion, Peter and their families x x x
Jean Oliver M.B.E Died peacefully on 3rd October 2010, aged 93 Funeral Service will be held at East Sheen Cemetery Sheen Road, Richmond TW10 5BJ on 22nd October 2010 at 1.00pm
Met Police cruised into the third round of the Championship Manager Cup, earning a home tie with Eastbourne Town on Wednesday, November 17. Blues made a bright start but James Cotte had a goal ruled out for offside. It took 31 minutes for Carsuals
Hundreds of schoolchildren gathered last week at an Olympic and Paralympic parade to meet official mascot Mandeville. The event, held at Sutton Arena, saw officials from the borough, including mayor Margaret Court, receive an Olympic baton
For stand-up comic Jarred Christmas, the birth of daughter Maggie was more than just a memorable day in his life. It was time to re-evaluate everything, including what he does for a living. And the New Zealand funnyman admits he has not looked back
Surbiton Ladies play their first matches back at Sugden Road this weekend, finding themselves in second place behind Chelmsford, on goal difference, in the England Hockey League Conference East. They also have dreams of at least equalling last season’
Lambeth’s top policeman met members of the borough’s antisocial behaviour taskforce in Gipsy Hill. Chief Superintendent Nick Ephgrave, met the unit on the estate in Central Hill on Monday. The team is patrolling the area after complaints
Dorothy "Audrey" Anstiss 16.09.1922-13.10.2010 Much loved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother. Funeral Service will take place at Randalls Park Crematorium, Leatherhead, Wednesday 27th October at 2.45pm, after which all are invited to The Bear
In loving memory of our dear Son Glen Thompson 1.10.1985-25.10.2008 Was tragically taken from us We love and miss you so very much God Bless Mum, Dad, Laura and Rosie
Wandsworth Council is warning residents to be on their guard after reports of a bogus binman knocking on doors pretending to be collecting for charity. The suspected fraudster has claimed to be collecting for a charity skydive to help a colleague's
For a passer- by, the stampede of runners bolting past on a placid Saturday morning at Wimbledon Common may take them by alarm. But ever since 2007, more than a hundred runners have congregated at Wimbledon Common for a 5k race organised by Parkrun
Kingston got off to a fine start scoring within the first 15 minutes of the match through Graeme Maisey after a well constructed driving maul took Kingston beyond the white wash. Chobham hit back soon after when a well executed backs move was finished
Easy A - or “the rumour-filled totally false account of how I ruined my flawless reputation” - is a whip-smart comedy that I wholeheartedly recommend – if only because one of the main characters is called Rhiannon. Based on Nathaniel Hawthorne's
Firefighters were called to the Seething Wells university campus last night after a student started a chip pan fire. Engines from Surbiton and Kingston were called out at 8.50pm to the halls of residence after the student evacuated the three-storey
Police officers in Sutton are urging local youngsters and adults to stay away from the twice weekly ‘car cruises’ in the area around Imperial Way, Beddington, where young drivers show off their vehicle stunts and tricks in front of large crowds. Police
Cyberspace can expect a busy weekend if Bees midfielder Marcus Bean gets his way against Peterborough United on Saturday. Bean is among the more prolific users of social-networking website Twitter in the Brentford squad and has vowed to quit
Sutton faces becoming an educationally exclusive borough after all its state secondary schools formed a consortium to become academies, the Sutton Guardian can reveal. All 14 publicly funded schools signed a joint letter to Michael Gove, the
Surbiton Farmers' Market has celebrated 12 months since it first opened its gates. The monthly event's future was thrown into doubt over the summer when the council proposed to charge £575 per market. However, a compromise charge
A racist who abused and assaulted a Streatham mum travelling on a bus with her mixed-race family faces jail. Suzanne Long was abused, hit and spat at by Michelle Thomas on a bus ride to Streatham with her children and nieces. On October
Croydon Council has applauded the Metropolitan Police initiative to crack down on newspapers that run adverts for sex establishments. Last week we reported on an unprecedented police plan to stamp out this trade in human flesh. Police
A rapist with a speech impediment is being hunted by police after a woman was attacked in Raynes Park four months ago. Metropolitan Police detectives only released details of the attack this week, with CCTV images of a man they would like to
A street boozer banned by an Asbo from entering the town centre has a dilemma when he wants to go home - as he lives in the exclusion zone. Steve Brooker, 34, was handed the Asbo preventing him from entering or drinking in Croydon town centre
One in every 200 households in Mole Valley were helped from becoming homeless last year, the council has claimed. Mole Valley Council said it supported residents threatened with losing the roof over their heads with initiatives to help them
Family, friends and councillors have paid tribute to a well-known member of the community and former journalist who died after a long illness. Father-of-two Barrie Taylor, 77, was a common sight at council meetings in Epsom and dedicated most
Two men were arrested at a travellers’ site in Leatherhead after a driver fled from a bust-up with parking enforcement officials with a clamp still attached to his wheel. A police van and three marked cars swooped on the camp, in River Lane
Streatham MP Chuka Umunna will be a personal aide to newly elected leader of the opposition Ed Miliband. Mr Umunna, MP for Streatham, was appointed by Mr Miliband to be his parliamentary private secretary after the shadow cabinet was named
Celebrities and residents joined forces at a charity curry party to raise money for James Whale’s kidney cancer fund. The bash at restaurant Le Raj, in Epsom Downs, was attended by names such as Chris Tarrant, Eamonn Holmes, Shane Richie and
Police are appealing for information after a 20-year-old man was assaulted in broad daylight in a busy main road by three men with a gun. The attack took place at about 2pm on Thursday, October 7, at Wavertree Court, Streatham Hill.
This 53-storey tower could be the sight greeting passengers at East Croydon station under new plans revealed by developer Menta. The futuristic design marks the return of a major development planned for Cherry Orchard Road, which was withdrawn
Tributes have poured in for Jack Wilks, the West Molesey biker killed in a crash in Hersham on Saturday, October 9. Mr Wilks, who was married to Kay, ran Elmbridge-based building contractors JB Wilks and Son since 1978. Sue Crone, who has
Telephone scammers are trying to trick residents into handing over money by pretending they are due for a council tax rebate from Kingston Council. The council raised a warning today after being contacted by 20 worried residents who were
Cops carried out dawn raids on two homes after tip-offs they were being used to deal drugs, but came away empty-handed. Police swooped on October 13 after receiving numerous complaints of antisocial behaviour and drug dealing in and around
Carshalton fighter Ricky Boylan faces a big challenge on his professional debut at York Hall, Bethnal Green, on Saturday, October 30, writes Rio de Caro. Boylan has been paired with tough Middlesbrough banger Phil Boyle on the undercard of
Andrew Theobald, school governor at Robin Hood Junior School and Tweeddale Primary School said: “I am not a fan of academies. My concern is the affect or potential effect on the provision of services by the local education authority (LEA) for special
