Heavy rain today has prompted the Environmental Agency to warn of potential flooding in nine rivers in and around London including the Thames near Richmond and Kingston. Although more rain is forecast overnight, by the evening most of the warnings had been removed and the stretch at Teddington remains all-clear. These areas are in the…
Teddington RNLI today recovered the body of an elderly woman spotted in the river near Stevens Eyot. Teddington Lifeboat station is one of four on the Thames and is staffed by volunteers similar to how coastal stations are run. The Thames river response service is less than 10 years old and was set-up in response…
There has been another clamp-down of untaxed vehicles in the area. The DVLA and its partners has powers to clamp or remove any cars used on or kept on any public roads.
Queens Road was closed and residents evacuated after a major gas leak at the corner of Queens Road & Park Lane. It was caused when a valve was knocked of a major gas pipe during scheduled gas works to cut off the supply to part of the NPL. Police, fire engines, ambulances and other utility…
The Hampton and Teddington branch of Save The Children is celebrating its 40 year anniversary. The charity has hosted many memorable fund-raising events and had many supporters over the years – branch chairman June Brown is keen to highlight Stanley Road Junior School’s support which has lasted for 25 years. The branch was created in…
Swine flu was confirmed at a Hampton school today. The school on Hanworth Road closed as a precaution on Monday after an 11 year old pupil developed flu-like symptoms after returning from a holiday in New York. The pupil in question is recovering well and the schools website states that: “The school is required to…
Note from Jim at the Safer Parks Team Bushy Park: “The deer in Bushy Park will be birthing very soon. Please look at the map attached. If in doubt, PLEASE keep your dog a on a lead.” Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require further information. Thank you for your co-operation. Jim…
CCTV was installed on Teddington High Street today outside Natwest Building Society: “for your safety and the prevention of crime and traffic enforcement” It is often cited that UK citizens are the most watched in the world – one fifth of the world’s CCTV cameras can be found in UK despite having only one 100th…
12th Feb Some initial thoughts and views on the proposals from the Friends of Bushy & Home Parks site. 18th Apr Hundreds turn up to protest at the “Day of Action” organised by the “Keep Bushy Park Free Alliance”. 30th Apr 6133 signatures delivered from the “Keep Bushy Park Free Alliance”. 1st May Report on the…
The latest issue of the Bushy Telegraph (v7) has been published including the following features: Updates on the restoration/new developments including Pheasantry Welcome Centre, Upper Lodge Water Gardens, Brewhouse and Diana Fountain Ha-Ha fences Chestnut Sunday Planned walks & talks from the Friends of Bushy & Home Parks Planned car-parking charges The Bushy Telegraph was…