Richmond Council is proposing a 2.99% increase in core Council Tax, alongside a 2% increase in the Adult Social Care precept, it has been announced. The Council has published its budget proposals for the year ahead, setting out plans to protect essential services and keep the Council on a stable financial footing despite significant pressures…
Judges were impressed by Dan’s detail Hugged by mum after being announced as winner of Heat Four Teddington artist Dan West is celebrating this week after reaching the semi-final of the Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year 2026. His remarkable pencil drawing of Skiddaw Mountain near Keswick in the Lake District prompted the show’s…
Richmond Council is restating clear and unwavering opposition to Heathrow Airport’s expansion plans – including the proposed third runway – and any measures that would increase flight numbers or worsen disruption for residents. The renewed position follows last night’s meeting of the Council’s Special Standing Committee on Heathrow, where councillors reviewed the latest developments in…
Lecka admitted seven counts of cruelty and was found guilty of another 14 (Photo courtesy of Metropolitan Police) Local Lib Dem MP Munira Wilson has raised the issue of the unexpected deportation to Poland of Roksana Lecka, who was convicted of the abuse of children at Twickenham Green’s Riverside Nursery. The nursery worker, now aged…
Proud Natalie with her dad Bill Natalie O’Rourke, coach and founder at Park Lane Stables RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association) in Teddington has been awarded The Sunday Times Grassroots Sportswoman of the Year in recognition of her outstanding contribution to disabled people through sport, inclusive provision, and community leadership, it has been announced. Overwhelmed Natalie…
Detectives are appealing for witnesses as they continue to investigate a robbery at a jewellers in Richmond. Officers were called at 10:34hrs on Saturday, 31 January after suspects smashed the front window of Gregory & Co in Paved Court and stole a number of items. Enquiries are ongoing and no arrests have been made. A…
STATEMENT FROM SHEDDINGTON, BASED IN STA MARK’S ROAD, TEDDINGTON “Our dear friend and founder of Sheddington, DR CHRIS MANNING passed away over Christmas. He had been unwell for some time. ”Chris had the energy and inspiration to create Sheddington and was the driving force behind setting everything up with so much energy and enthusiasm. “He…
A massive frame of scaffolding is surrounding The Pheasantry Cafe in Bushy Park of a massive roof renovation project. The Royal Parks told Teddington Town: “The contractors are on site carrying out some repair work to the roof of the Pheasantry Café.” It is understood the cafe has been plagued with leaking issues and that…
Teddington Library is offering a brand new flexible workspace, it has been announced. Modern desks, fast Wi Fi, and a bright, comfortable environment – it’s the perfect spot for flexible working. Teddington Library co-working space is suitable for business customers or entrepreneurs who do not have an office or usually work from home or coffee…
Teddington’s Park Lane Stables is hosting a Time To Talk Day this Friday (between 10am until 2pm) as part of the annual campaign by the mental health charity MIND. Time to Talk Day is a great initiative for promoting conversations about mental health and wellbeing, whilst reducing the stigma and social isolation that people impacted…
