The Metropolitan Police Service is intensifying its efforts to tackle spiking across London, with operations targeting party boats on the River Thames as well as bars, clubs including the use of new vape-spiking equipment. This technology, which has already been used in night clubs, festivals, concerts and schools, allows rapid testing of vapes suspected to…
Teddington High Street near the King’s Head pub is suffering traffic chaos as Thames Water work on a water leak. Temporary traffic lights are in operation in the High Street and at the junction of Cambridge Road causing significant tailbacks and delays for all traffic and the 281,285 and R68 buses. According to a…
A group of Teddington and Hampton Wick’s longest living residents have been sharing their fascinating personal life stories – dating back almost 100 years – for a new book. ‘Life Stories’ will be available free in local libraries, shops and other outlets, and there will be a six week exhibition in Hampton Wick Library from…
The Fun Factory in Teddington The Fun Factory in Teddington is bursting with excitement to announce the launch of their brand new website and online shop! Wild Child World (www.wildchildworld.co.uk) is now the official website for The Fun Factory. You can now order any balloon from their extensive 2,500+ range online for Collection or Local Delivery.…
Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey in full stunt mode leaping off a paddle board The Liberal Democrat’s stunt-loving leader Sir Ed Davey is expected to bring his sense of photo hungry fun to the local campaign to stop the Teddington Sewage Pump, we can exclusively reveal. Campaign organisers from SOLAR ( Save Our Lands…
The Royal Parks charity which is responsible for both Bushy and Richmond Parks has responded following claims by Reform Leader Nigel Farage that migrants are stealing and eating swans. A Royal Parks charity spokesperson said: “We’ve not had any incidents reported to us of people killing or eating swans in London’s eight Royal Parks.…
The Teddington Society has highlighted a controversial planning application submitted by Richmond Council for a change of use of the Shacklegate Lane allotments for future use as an extension to the cemetery. The Society say: “The allotments are one of few open spaces in Teddington and have been enjoyed for around 100 years. “In recent…
England’s Red Roses have been training at The Lensbury before their World Cup final showdown against Canada at Allianz Stadium on Saturday. The squad set up camp earlier this week after their nervy semi-final win over France at Ashton Gate in Bristol while Canada were the surprise victors against New Zealand’s Black Ferns. It is…
A special celebration to mark the award of a Green Flag to Teddington’s Grove Gardens will take place on Sunday 28th September between 1.30pm and 4pm. All are welcome. The Community police officers will be there security marking bikes, families will be able to try their hand at bowls, planting bulbs and garden games. There…
Richmond Council say local residents are benefiting from its ongoing investment in CCTV – helping to prevent crime and ensuring police can act fast and protect local communities. The system’s vital role was clear just earlier this month when CCTV operators spotted a bin fire near Richmond Green. The control room tracked the suspects’…
