How long is a “shelf” life? Some books live a perpetual purpose to entertain our photographic minds; however for others, this reputation is merely an overstatement. Over the years, classic novels have driven us to the edge of the ingenious imagination
A broken down train at Leatherhead is causing serious delays to services between London Waterloo and Guildford via Epsom. Diversions and replacement services are expected to be in place until 6.30pm this evening, Tuesday, October 11. Services affected
Zynga today announced the global launch of Mafia Wars 2, an experience that lives on the wrong side of the social gaming tracks. Debuting in 16 languages, the most for any Zynga game at launch, Mafia Wars 2 is Zynga’s first official sequel, taking
A charity which provides Christmas cheer for lonely people with mental health problems has been shunned for funding for a second year running. But a company has stepped into the breach for the second year running. Fircroft Trust opens the
Carshalton picked up their first win in three league matches with a 1-0 victory at Margate to ease the pressure on manager Paul Dipre, writes James Barrett. In a role reversal of recent games, it was the opposition that had most of the chances but
The body of a well-known diver who went missing off the Dorset coast has been found after two months 400-miles away off the Dutch coast. Alan Dunster, a 63-year-old retired fireman from Horton Hill in Ewell, was found by a Dutch fishing vessel
An Old Bailey murder trial has restarted after two days of legal wranglings. Leon De St Aubin, from Chelsea, Rupert Ross, 30, Khori Hines, 34, both from Fulham, and Casper Smith, 28, of no fixed address, are accused of murdering Darcy Austin-Bruce
Rosslyn Park’s fringe players could be given the chance to impress over the next fortnight with the club’s dual registration stars expected to be in action elsewhere. Miles Mantella and Joe Trayfoot are likely to be recalled by Harlequins for their LV
Two armed robbers who pointed a gun at a toddler in a bungled raid have been caught on camera. The masked men barged into the post office in Tulse Hill, close to Tulse Hill rail station, on Friday at 10.15am, brandishing handguns and demanding
Controversial plans to introduce on-street parking charges across Surrey have been scrapped in a shock u-turn by Surrey County Council (SCC). The new leader of the council, Councillor David Hodge announced an end to the proposals this morning
Residents have attacked plans to rip-out period Victorian lampposts outside listed buildings and replace them with modern street lights. Kathleen Stanford, 67, who lives in Castle Road, Epsom, which is home to many Grade Two listed buildings
By Nicolas Vangre, Southfields I read your article and I just want to confirm the District Line is a total mess and nobody cares about bringing people on time to work or school. Although I am living near Southfields station I've chosen to
A man accused of murdering his wife at their home in Forestdale, has appeared in court. Gary Brockwell, 48, appeared by virtual court in front of magistrates at Camberwell Green Magistrates' Court yesterday, charged with killing mother-of-two
A van driver arrested on suspicion of causing the death of former British boxing champion Gary Mason will not face criminal charges. Mason, 48, died when he was knocked off his bike during a collision with a white van in Sandy Lane South, Wallington
A Surbiton burger van has taken another step in its battle to compete with McDonalds by launching an online delivery service. Burger Box has seen its sales halved since the multinational company in Victoria Road expanded to 24 hours a day.
Worried parents have been sending text messages to each other following reports of a child abduction near Muschamp School and Rushy Meadow Primary in Carshalton. However Police have confirmed they have received no such reports. A police
An end-of-year production by primary school pupils was so successful its proceeds have resulted in a donation of nearly £1,000 to a charity supporting street children in Africa. Year six pupils at St Martin’s Junior School in Epsom gave a performance
Special Halloween 2011 Promotion Recommend a friend or relative to the Renaissance Hair Salon at Carshalton College and receive 50% off your next treatment!! Treatments on offer include shampoos, sets, blow drys, colouring, afro hair and perming
A dog will never walk again following a 25ft fall in Crystal Palace Park. Louise Holden, 58, was taking Jazz, her 10-month-old Staffordshire bull terrier, for a walk in the park when she jumped onto what appeared to be a low wall and fell off
Two assassins poked a Mac 10 sub-machine gun through an open window and shot a man dead, a court heard. Lemuel Robinson, 27, of Collingwood Road, Sutton, and Andrew Cross, 28, of Colchester, are accused of gunning down Larry Malone in a hail
Owen Garvan wants to give Crystal Palace manager Dougie Freedman a selection headache by returning to training this week. The Irishman has been out of action with a twisted knee for six weeks but was expected to join in with the first team
Four people have been arrested after a fatal smash on the M3 this morning, Tuesday, October 11. The collision occurred on the London-bound carriageway shortly after 2am between junction three at Lightwater and junction two at Thorpe when a
The Power Assessment and Training Centre, based at Carshalton and Kingston Colleges, is offering a variety of new training courses in Solar PV, Solar Thermal Hot Water and the Green Deal Kitemark. There is a significant increase in demand for renewable
Young conker-ers have fought for glory armed only with a trusted nut and piece of string. Thames Ditton Junior School’s annual conker contest attracted 87 entrants this year, all looking to win through in a series of lunchtime contests.
A disabled greyhound needs a new home after his less-than-perfect peepers saw him retired from the racetrack. Jack Sprat used to compete at Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium – but was left bringing up the rear because of a rare condition that left
A female bartender is causing a stir and shaking up the industry with her flair routine. Jemma Ridley blazed a trail in the TGI Friday’s UK bartender championships at the end of September, being the only female to reach the regional finals.
A controversial bus lane is coming back into Wimbledon after the council quashed complaints from critics fear it will endanger lives and rip off motorists. The bus lane in Hartfield Road, on Wimbledon town centre’s one way system, means car
A book about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s time in Norwood has been awarded a prize. The Norwood Author picked up the Tony and Freda Howlett Literary Award 2011. The book explores Sir Arthur’s life between 1891 and 1894 when he lived in Norwood
A hospital has unveiled the first stage of its multi-million pound refurbishment. Ashtead Hospital, managed by Ramsay Health Care, provides treatment for private and NHS patients and is now home to a lighter and brighter reception area as well
An 82-year-old man drove into a schoolgirl and accelerated away with her trapped on his bonnet because he was furious his driveway had been blocked, a court heard today. Terrified Emma Swain screamed as she was gradually dragged underneath
Construction has begun on Chelsea footballer John Terry’s new lavish Oxshott mansion. When building is complete in Queens Drive, the England captain’s home will boast an impressive nine bedrooms, eight bathrooms and eight dressing rooms.
The man wrongly accused of murdering Rachel Nickell in 1994 has spoken out following Amanda Knox's aquittal last week. Colin Stagg, who was wrongly-accused of murdering Rachel Nickell 16 years ago, has said Amanda Knox's acquittal had "touched
Parents who want to secure a place at a Wandsworth secondary school next September are reminded they must submit their choices by the end of October. Applications for secondary school places in September 2012 must be submitted by Monday, October
Thieves escaped with hundreds of pounds worth of stolen items after robbing a cyclist as he rode home last week. Alex Davies, 40, was cycling along an alleyway near Long Grove Road in Epsom at about 7.40pm on Tuesday, October 4, when three
The borough's bloomin good floral displays have scooped an award. For the third year in a row, Sutton has excelled at the London in Bloom awards. Oaks Park in Carshalton has maintained its status as one of the best parks in London after
