Egyptian national Ahmed Ramadan Mohamad Ebid jailed for 25 years lived in Isleworth One of the boats Ebid used to smuggle migrants from Libya A man who masterminded a sophisticated £12m people-smuggling operation from his home in Isleworth bringing thousands of people across the Mediterranean from north Africa into Europe has been jailed for…
Mighty Convoy organiser Simon Brake (in grey sweater) hands out the musical instruments to the secondary school kids in Lviv The latest humanitarian aid mission by Mighty Convoy from Teddington delivered a number of musical instruments to a secondary school in Lviv in Ukraine, which will transform their music teaching. Electric keyboards, guitars, violins,…
The Park Lane Stables Open Day, which was due to take place this Saturday, has been cancelled, it was announced today. In a short statement on social media platforms, founder and owner Natalie O’Rourke said: “We are sorry to say that our street party on 24th May is CANCELLED due to unforeseen circumstances. “We will…
Hampton Wick Car Wash raided by immigration enforcement officers Four Indian nationals described by the Home Office as ‘male overstayers’ were arrested by Immigration Enforcement officers during a major operation at Hampton Wick Car Wash, it was confirmed today. In a statement to Teddington Town, a Home Office spokesperson said: “On 19/05/2025 Immigration Enforcement officers…
Seal chills out near Hampton Court bridge (Photos courtesy of John Blake) This seal found a perfect sunbathing spot near Hampton Court bridge yesterday. Cyclists, dog walkers and many tourists visiting the nearby Palace had their phones out to capture the moment. The large creature seemed unperturbed by the gathering crowd and only became…
Former Teddington businessman and SporTedd co-founder Mark Taylor hopes to raise over £100.000 in massive golf challenge A former resident of Teddington is leading a team of celebrity and amateur golfers in an extraordinary challenge to raise funds and awareness in the fight against prostate and breast cancer. Thirty six determined players will tee off…
Flags flying at the bottom of Broad Street to celebrate the Twinning anniversary Germany’s flag flying alongside the Union Flag near Bar Estilo Various flags are flying from retailers along the High Street and Broad Street including the European flag prompting quizzical looks and and an of curiosity……. The answer is here: Visit…
The Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy tour made a memorable stop in Richmond upon Thames, bringing excitement and inspiration to the local community. The event saw a thrilling rugby tournament take place at Twickenham Rugby Club in Hampton, where five local schools joined students from other boroughs to showcase their skills and passion for the…
Local photographer Rob Addis has captured these historical images of Dunkirk’s famous ‘Little Ships’ making their journey once again from Teddington which saved so many lives and influenced the outcome of the Second World War in Operation Dynamo in May 1940. You can read all about the individual histories of the hero ships and their…
