Fancy going to the cinema this week? (Or the Pictures as we use to call it back in the day). Here’s a quick reminder of what’s still doing the rounds. If you want a bit of laugh you can still catch Bad Neighbours (15) Starring Seth Rogen, Rose
There was a grand, sweeping cloud dominating the sky over Croydon this morning. Sadly, it seems to have brought all its friends along during the day leaving us with a steely grey sky...
A teenage drug dealer from Croydon has been found guilty of stabbing a customer three times in broad daylight in Epsom town centre. Deighton Wilson, 17, from Thornton Heath, has been standing trial at Guildford Crown Court for stabbing Carlos Ferreira
A man remains in a critical condition in hospital after a sustaining a head injury in a ‘fall’ in Wimbledon on Friday night. Police are investigating after a man, believed to be aged 59, was taken to St George’s Hospital on Friday night by ambulance
Men posing as police officers robbed a partially-sighted 90-year-old of cash and jewellery in her home yesterday. Two men entered her home, on Greville Park Road, in Ashtead, at 10pm on Monday, May 19. They stole about £270 in cash, mainly
There are traffic delays around Clapham South tube station after a cyclist in his forties was hit by a car. The incident happened in the A205, The Avenue, and is causing delays on Windmill Drive, Nightingale Lane and Balham Hill. On the
Fico Dougan's family have spoken of their struggle to comprehend his murder after the teenager who stabbed him to death was found guilty this afternoon. Sandra Opoku, Fico's mother, said she had been "living with numbed emotions" since the popular
Warlingham RFC’s head coach David Berry praised his junior stars of the future after a weekend of action on the continent. The Warl U13s and U14s were invited to the Biarritz Olympique rugby tournament last weekend as England’s only representative
Skipper Neil Baker turned in a match-winning display as Spencer CC got their first win of the Surrey Championship Premier Division season. Hosts Leatherhead overcame a poor start to turn 54-4 into 193-9, with Hugo Darby and Jonathan Speller both
Nigel Farage failed to turn up at a UKIP rally in Croydon because it is a 'dump' where he was scared to visit in case he got stabbed or shot, according to one of his election candidates. The event in the town centre was billed as having a carnival
The steel band booked to play Nigel Farage's carnival in Croydon refused to play after learning the show was for UKIP. Dressed in their bright orange t-shirts Endurance Steel Orchestra got half way through a track when they decided to stop playing
Four African car wash workers were arrested this afternoon on suspicion of over-staying their visas and illegal entry into the UK. The swoop took place at the Hands On Car Wash, in the car park of Sainsbury's, in Kiln Lane, Epsom, between 11am
A 24-year-old leukaemia patient who dedicated his final days to helping other cancer sufferers has died. Kevin Kararwa spent his final three weeks in an isolated hospital ward using social media to encourage 2,400 more people to join the bone marrow
A Massachusetts teenager will appear at crown court in August charged with attempted murder after two people were stabbed in their home on Good Friday. Shane Coffey, 19, from Lincoln Street, Weymouth, in Boston, Massachusetts, appeared at South
A 17-year-old boy has been found guilty of murdering teenager Fico Dougan in a frenzied and unprovoked knife attack. Uriah Gardner, of Mitcham, stabbed Fico, 17, through the heart with a kitchen knife at the killer's sister's house in Ockley Road
So that's it for Ashley Cole - his England and Chelsea career have come to an end. A glittering semi-retirement beckons, probably in the American Major Soccer League to join the likes of Robbie Keane and Jermain Defoe. During his time at Arsenal
An investigation has been launched into the care of a mental health patient who fell to his death from a hospital chimney. The 20-year-old man fell from a high chimney on the Epsom Hospital site on Friday, May 9. He had been in the care of
This is the dramatic moment officers from immigration enforcement led away a suspected illegal immigrant from the car park in Sainsbury’s, Kiln Lane, Epsom, this afternoon. The photos, taken at around 12.15pm, show a man being led away by officials
A woman’s beloved Yorkshire Terrier was shaken to death by a dog while its owner casually walked off chatting on her mobile phone. Heather Atkins, 33, a lawyer from Balham, has spoken of her devastation after her best friend, 10-year-old Caro,
A graphic designer has been found guilty of killing YMCA resident Warsame Warsame after punching him twice in the head during a fight on a train. It took the jury just over two hours to find Rhys Stacey Parchment, 25, guilty of manslaughter, following
Crowds have gathered as news spread that Rory Kinnear is among those filming a BBC Two comedy in Wimbledon today. Eagle-eyed members of the public may have seen the Othello actor and writer Steve Delaney at Wimbledon Books in High Street, Wimbledon
Councillors have remembered a ‘passionate and modest’ Labour councillor who died yesterday. Burt Luthers, 77, from Thrale Road, Streatham, served in Tooting ward as a Labour councillor for 17 years after coming to the country from Guyana, in South
A man fell over and hit his head on Saturday causing traffic chaos in Epsom. A South East Coast Ambulance spokesman said the man, believed to be in his 50s, had the accident just before midday in Epsom High Street near TK Maxx. He said: "We
An immigration swoop is believed to be underway in a supermarket car park. Denise Carroll said that her daughter was in the car park of Sainsbury’s, in Kiln Lane, Epsom, at around 12noon where she said she saw police officers and officials from
Undaunted countryside campaigners will next week seek leave to appeal to the Supreme Court to stop the creation of an exclusive golf course on a historic estate. After winning a legal battle at the Court of Appeal, developer Longshot Cherkley Court
A football club changing room has been reduced to a burnt out shell after a suspected arson attack. Volunteers at the Raynes Park Vale Football Club are appealing for help and donations to repair the damage caused in the early hours of Sunday after
A talented teenager tennis player has claimed victory in the first stage of his legal battle with the sport's British governing body over allegations of racial discrimination. Isaac Stoute, 18, of South Croydon, will fight in court to prove the
The electronic smartcard introduced at Epsom station has been extended to include travel to major London terminals. MP Chris Grayling and representatives from Southern gathered at Epsom station on Friday, May 16, to launch the extension of the
A cyclist with serious head injuries was rushed to hospital from Leatherhead yesterday afternoon. Police, the air ambulance, an ambulance and a car with paramedic were all called to Randalls Road shortly after 3.30pm and the man was taken to St
Raw sewage is spewing into a busy road, residents are reporting. County Clean Environmental Services tankers are pumping out sewage from Windmill Road, at the junction with Commonside East, Mitcham. Richard Long, a Commonside East resident
A family who lost their car keys while feeding some ducks want to reward a group of boys who handed them to police. A couple and their seven-year-old son put their car keys down while they were feeding ducks at Carshalton Ponds on Saturday.
The wife of shamed celebrity publicist Max Clifford has been granted a quick divorce at the Central Family Court in London today. Clifford, 71, of Onslow Road, Hersham, was sentenced to eight years behind bars on May 2, after being found guilty
UKIP leader Nigel Farage will be in Croydon this afternoon drumming up support ahead of Thursday's local and European elections. His visit – which is set to take the form of a mini carnival including a steel band – will take place outside the main
A teenager has gone missing from his home in Carshalton and police are concerned for his welfare. Robbie Duke, 13, has not been seen by his family in almost a week and it is feared he could be sleeping rough. He was last seen at his home in
Police were called to a houseboat at Kingston in the early hours of this morning after two men tried to steal a canoe. The Metropolitan Police helicopter helped search the area near Palmers Wharf, near Charter Quay, after the owner of a house boat
The leader of the Wandsworth Labour group has reflected on the last four years in opposition and claims they could maintain Wandsworth's low council tax crown but also prevent the swathing cuts made to frontline services. Last week the leader of
Former Crystal Palace, Sutton United and Carshalton Athletic players were bribed to take part in a match-fixing scam, a court heard. Croydon men Michael Boateng and Hakeem Adelakun are accused along with Bermondsey man Moses Swaibu of taking bribes
A youngster dangerously driving a moped around Court Recreation Ground was stopped in his tracks on Sunday afternoon. Council rangers stepped in after a member of the public alerted them that the driver who was riding around the ground "erratically
Theatregoers are advised to snap up their tickets fast for the new Sinatra, Sequins & Swing The Capitol Years Live! concert-show coming to Epsom Playhouse on Friday 20 June. This is not to be mistaken with the typical tribute Rat Pack shows. Expect to
A 38-year-old woman has appeared in court accused of murdering a baby after its legs were found in a park. Police charged Elita Amantova, 38, of no fixed abode, with murder on Wednesday, May 14. A large area of the park was cordoned off
The final weekend of the Surbiton Food Festival saw families turn out for the Seething sports day on the sunniest weekend so far this year. This was not a typical sports day. Organiser Robin Hutchinson asked beforehand: "So who fancies doing the
A 19-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of GBH after a late-night attack in a town centre. Police were called to reports of an altercation by the clock tower in Epsom High Street at about 1.50am on Saturday. A man in his 20s was found
An electricity sub-station had a narrow escape when a vehicle flipped over and smashed into it in Chessington. The vehicle overturned in Cox Lane in the early hours of Saturday morning, police said. Cox Lane #Chessington - vehicle over
A nightclub ordered to close yesterday had allowed someone to walk in and out with a knife in full view without being stopped by door staff. The decision to revoke the licence of the 12-20 club - formerly known as Shooshh - was made by Croydon
Adventure cyclists Mickey Helps and Paul Hoskins, from Epsom and Banstead, will be cycling the width of France from Montpellier to Dieppe to raise funds for Cystic fibrosis. The “Codger’s World Tour” sets off today [Thursday] and the friends hope
I have often heard young people say that there is not enough for them to do, which can be true, especially for those of a certain age or for those who have limited funds. Interactive events aimed at young people are important, as they help them
Streatham is featured in a new Crime book '101 Interesting Facts on Britain's True Life Crimes' 32, Ambleside Avenue in Streatham is one of the most infamous houses in Streatham, and is the home of Britain's most famous Madame, Cynthia Payne (aka
Quins lock Nick Kennedy has called time on his playing career to coach the next generation of stars at former club London Irish. Former England international Kennedy, who made 217 appearances in a decade at the exiles, will become academy director
The shutters are coming down on one of Sutton’s oldest family businesses. Fabric World Interiors has stood on a corner of Sutton High Street for 35 years. The store specialises in curtains, interior design, making up and fitting. New
A man who died of a suspected drugs overdose in Kingston on Friday has been named locally as Teddington resident William Boots. Mr Boots, 43, died inside a flat in Perry Court, Old London Road, in the early hours of Friday, May 16. A 46-year-old
House prices in Kingston have rocketed by more than a quarter since this time last year, with first-time buyers “desperately” trying to get on the ladder. Figures released by property website Rightmove show the average house price in the borough
Bungling council officers have been criticised by a Government watchdog for sending bailiffs to a woman’s house because they had failed to update her direct debit details. Laura Hudak, 43, was accused of dodging council tax, when her payment was
A man was dragged to safety by a quick-thinking barbershop customer as bricks from a collapsing building rained down on him. The pedestrian was walking past Rage hairdressers in London Road, Norbury, at about 11.45am on Saturday when the top floor
Police are appealing for information after a shooting in Tulse Hill which left three men injured. Officers and paramedics were called at about 9pm on Saturday, 17 May, to reports of shots fired in the Tulse Hill Estate. Three men - two aged
Many people in the area complain of low flying planes - but a Carshalton man got a shock when he found a plane stuck in his tree. Fortunately the plane is just a model aircraft and now the man who found it is looking to reunite it with its owner
The key battlegrounds for this year's election will be areas where the Conservatives and Labour feel they can win seats from the Liberals - although minority parties could play a role. Wards that are split between parties like Worcester Park, Cheam
The wife of a man who worked for Wandsworth Council for 46 years has thanked his former colleagues for their kindness following his death. Dedicated council worker Roy Dunn, 68, worked under 45 different mayors and 11 different council regimes
Fundraisers at an annual fair hosted by the Wimbledon Disarmament Coalition (WDC) raised more than £1,600 over the weekend. Fete of the Earth opened its doors to more than 250 visitors at St Marks Church Hall, Compton Road, on Saturday, May 17.
Ashley Cole has announced he is set to leave Chelsea. The 33-year-old is out of contract this summer following eight years at Stamford Bridge. The left-back, who retired from international football after being left out of England's World Cup
Epsom’s MP is confident the fight to get Epsom station into Zone 6 will be won and is working behind the scenes to deliver it. The Epsom Guardian launched the Zone 6 for Epsom campaign in March 2012 in partnership with Chris Grayling and the initiative
A father of two burned nearly 20,000 calories during a charity cycle to France. The gruelling 300 mile trek from London to Paris was in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK. Steve Hallam, from Furzedown, and his team struggled against the elements
An armed robber who held up a West Molesey bookmakers on April Fool’s Day has been jailed for seven years. Richard Coleman, 45, of no fixed abode, was sentenced at Guildford Crown Court on Thursday, May 15, after pleading guilty on April 24.
A team of intrepid cyclists will ride 60 miles from Thames Ditton to Brighton to raise funds for charities supported by Colets Health and Fitness Club. For the third year running, the St Nicholas Road fitness club is encouraging cyclists to get
Young people across the borough were recognised for their achievements and acts of bravery by Surrey Police. The Elmbridge young persons of honour awards took place at Imber Court on Friday, May 9, to commend the hard work and dedication of young
A sea of pink descended on Hampton Court Palace over the weekend when more than 1,000 walkers ploughed through the grounds to raise £250,000 for breast cancer. Record-breaking numbers of walkers took part in the first Hampton Court Palace Pink
A Richmond sandwich shop has notched up another award for its prize-winning sandwiches. Cook and Garcia, in The Quadrant, Richmond, scooped the platinum award in this year’s Sammies, the jewel in the crown of British Sandwich Week. Janet and
Employees at historical teahouse Maids of Honour donated huge batches of sandwiches, scones and tarts for guests to enjoy at the mayor of Richmond’s tea party. The tea party, held in the John Nash Conservatory in Kew Gardens, raised money for Councillor
The Twickenham Alive Film Festival will have its screening and awards ceremony at St Mary's University later this month. Eleven films have been selected to be screened at the ceremony and awards will take place in the Student Union common room,
Soldiers, evacuees and police officers came together to celebrate the 1940s as the sun shone down on Brooklands Museum. From street parties and cinema screenings to dance lessons and exhibits from the Second World War, the decade that changed the
