Archive
-
Date
'Smoking dryer' causes callout to Twickenham flats
Firefighters were called to flats in Twickenham this evening after it is believed a resident pushed a smoking dryer on to the landing. Emergency services rushed to Orleans Court in Seymour Gardens, just off Richmond Road, as smoke billowed from
-
Date
Sir David recovering well after heart surgery
Sir David Attenborough is said to be recovering well after major heart surgery yesterday. The wildlife broadcaster, who lives in Richmond, had to cancel his Australian tour after he needed a pacemaker fitted. The 87-year-old had surgery yesterday
-
Date
Court hears woman felt guilty for not reporting alleged rape to police years earlier
An alleged rape victim who travelled across the world to give evidence in court has told a court she felt guilty for not reporting the alleged attack earlier. Brian Witty, 42, of Twickenham Road, Teddington, is accused of raping the woman, who
-
Date
Homage to world wide web inventor
A mosaic is to be fixed on the walls of the Sheen Lane Centre in tribute to the creator of the world wide web. The Mortlake and East Sheen Society commissioned the artwork to celebrate the achievements of Sir Tim Berners-Lee, who was born and grew
-
Date
Dough required to repair Italian restaurant's shopfront
An Italian restaurant could be forced to close if it fails to undo changes made to its shop front. Canta Napoli in High Street, Teddington, installed a glass front that opens fully and allows diners to enjoy the sunshine but failed to get planning
-
Date
Turning back the clock for 150 years
Cricketers will drape themselves in Victorian clothes for a match to celebrate their club’s 150th anniversary. Hampton Wick Royal Cricket Club will replay the opening game of the club’s first match, to mark the occasion in Bushy Park, off Bushy
-
Date
Party planned to help traders through cycle event
A community group is hoping to take advantage of road closures for an Olympic legacy cycle race and create a festival this summer. The Prudential Ride London Surrey 100 will see thousands of amateur and professional cyclists whizz through the borough
