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Absconded murderer could be in Richmond, police say
Police searching for a murderer on the run are appealing for help in Richmond. Officers believe Derek Passmore, who was serving a life sentence after he killed a man in Hampton in October 1996, is staying in the Richmond or Hounslow area. The
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Mansion tax warning for thousands of Richmond homes
Families could face mansion tax bills averaging nearly £2,000-a-month if the levy is brought in, according to new research. Estate agents Knight Frank claim that rising property prices meant thousands of homeowners across the borough could be caught
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Driver fined after moving car for removal lorry
A Twickenham man is being forced to pay a parking fine after moving his car for a few minutes to make space for a removal lorry. Tony Haddow, 61, of Queens Road, contested the £55 fine, doubled during the appeal period, which he received for mounting
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New free school in Mortlake opens
A free school in Mortlake was opened by MP Zac Goldsmith last week. Thomson House School in Sheen Lane is a new two form entry, primary free school. The Conservative MP said: “Richmond’s primary schools are among the best in the country, but
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Bid to delay day centre funding tender denied
Day centres and charities supporting vulnerable adults are still unsure of their futures and could face closure. Community services such as Linden Hall in Hampton and Elleray Hall in Teddington, could lose grant funding after Richmond Council forced
