It was a dream come true just to be playing at Wembley but Collis Primary School (representing Brentford) exceeded even this by beating Oldham Athletic on Saturday to become the League 1 Kids Cup winners of 2012! The weather couldn’t have been more glorious on the big day – illuminating the teams on the hallowed…
Above the bustle of Teddington High Street, Clare Occomore and Stephen Mortimer have created a new boutique to compliment their existing nearby salons. Up the stairs of number 57, award-winning Elements of Teddington have expanded their range of services to boutique beauty and holistic therapy. Having only been open eight weeks, the salon’s growing client…
The recent wine-tasting evening at The Wharf was a roaring sold-out success – guests were greeted with a glass of refreshing of Pressecco and invited into the bar area which was abuzz with attendees mingling whilst head chef Ray breezed through the crowd making sure all were welcome. The Sommelier (one of only 299 Masters…
On Friday a substantial water mains leak was discovered on the High Street between the two mini-roundabouts. The leak was serious enough to require immediate attention so work began at 8am on Saturday – Thames Water and their contractors have repaired the leak and will now be repairing the road surface and pavement. Initial estimates…
The recent Trolleybus 50 open day at Fulwell bus garage was a huge success and drew many visitors to the area to commemorate the anniversary of the last Trolleybus service. Hosted by Nicholas Owen, the Mayor was in attendance at one of her last public engagements, MP Vince Cable also dropped in to join 12,000…
Over the last week or so, many park users have experienced close encounters with at least one deer in Bushy Park – some may have unknowingly got too close at this particularly dangerous time of year, but others have mentioned being chased and charged at despite keeping their distance. Even dogs on the lead are…
Despite only being in existence for 2 years, St Mary’s Strength – St Mary’s University College Weightlifting Club has quickly established itself amongst the best in the country. The club won the Student Championships in March for the second year in a row and now have a Commonwealth champion and many British champions amongst its…
A police raid on a south-west London scrap metal dealer’s yard has led to the discovery of a major haul of stolen items as part of the Metropolitan Police Service crack down on this illegal trade. 150 intact memorial brass plaques with inscriptions of names and messages from loved ones were found in the haul…
Recent essential sewer works near the Teddington gate of Bushy Park Chestnut Avenue have led to tailbacks in all directions during busy times and now delays are set to continue for a different reason. Twickenham Road has had sections resurfaced recently in preparation for the Olympic cycling road races. Now ageing gas pipes are causing…
Everyone will be spoilt for choice for local events this weekend! Teddington Bowling Club is hosting an open weekend where interested members can pop along and join in some games and bowling lessons. Also all weekend visitors can drop in to the Teddington Artists exhibition hosted in the atrium of the NPL buildings, £3 entry…