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Trains to run slower this afternoon following ‘operational incident’ near New Malden

By Oliver Monk

31st Jul 2024 | Local News

South Western Railway says trains in the Kingston, Surbiton, Wimbledon, and Hampton Court areas are affected by the speed limit. (Photo: Oliver Monk)

Those with tickets for the affected services are able to travel on TfL buses in the Kingston, Surbiton, Wimbledon, and Hampton Court areas free of charge.

Gang leader convicted over plot to smuggle cocaine worth £11m hidden in bananas

By SWNS

31st Jul 2024 | Local News

Drug kingpin, Sajid Ali, was arrested at Heathrow Airport last year for being the mastermind behind a shipment of cocaine hidden with bananas (credit: NCA).

A drugs kingpin is facing jail after being convicted over a plot to smuggle £11 million worth of cocaine into the UK hidden inside containers of bananas. .

Residents rally against Tolworth corner shop's booze plans

By Charlotte Lillywhite - Local Democracy Reporter

30th Jul 2024 | Local News

Residents of Red Lion Road have submitted a petition opposing Thornhill Food and Wine's proposal to sell alcohol over noise and antisocial behaviour concerns.

Community choir seeks deep-voiced singers ahead of September term

By Oliver Monk

30th Jul 2024 | Local News

Euphonix Community Choir holds a number of concerts throughout the year to raise money for local charities. (Photo: Dave Gilbert)

Euphonix Community Choir, which most recently performed at All Saint’s Church on 17 July, has also announced weekly singing workshops throughout August.

Young Photographers’ Competition showcases next generation’s ‘impressively keen’ camera skills

By Oliver Monk

29th Jul 2024 | Local News

Kingston Camera Club has announced the winners of its Ham Fair Young Photographers' Competition in June. (Photos, left to right: Naia Rogg, Fulton Bell, Yoshi Wickenhauser, and Sara Straffi)

The competition featured a showcase of 32 prints from students at Kingston and Richmond borough schools across two categories at Ham Fair in June.

Morley's late hours denied over concerns of unrelated 'criminal behaviour' locally

By Charlotte Lillywhite - Local Democracy Reporter

29th Jul 2024 | Local News

The chicken shop chain's Kingston location had its request to extend its opening hours denied at a licensing committee hearing.

IN PICTURES: Hampton Court hosts emergency services for World Drowning Prevention Day

By Oliver Monk

28th Jul 2024 | Local News

Members of the RNLI, HM Coastguard, London Fire Brigade, and Surrey Fire and Rescue came together at the riverside Hampton Court Palace on Thursday, 25 July.

From beauticians to bookeepers: six jobs available near Kingston right now

By Oliver Monk

27th Jul 2024 | Local News

Here is a list of job opportunities that are currently available in and around Kingston. (Photo: Oliver Monk)

Here is a list of job opportunities that are currently available in and around Kingston upon Thames.

Council promises 500 new jobs with ‘enterprise hub’ launched under John Lewis

By Oliver Monk

26th Jul 2024 | Local News

A new riverside co-working space designed to encourage entrepreneurship in the borough was opened at a ribbon-cutting ceremony by Mayor of Kingston Liz Green on Thursday evening, 25 July. (Photo: Oliver Monk)

Coworking company Town Square Spaces will operate the new hub on behalf of Kingston Council, who have leased the space to the company for 10 years.

Kingston care home celebrates 10-year anniversary with local football mascot

By Oliver Monk

26th Jul 2024 | Local News

Coombe Hill Manor’s 10th birthday celebration saw residents joined by Wimbledon AFC mascot, Haydon the Womble. (Photo: Coombe Hill Manor)

Coombe Hill Manor’s 10th birthday celebration saw residents enjoy music, food and drinks alongside Wimbledon AFC mascot, Haydon the Womble.

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