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Singer Kate Nash to perform in Kingston’s Banquet Records as part of album launch

By Oliver Monk

9th May 2024 | Local News

Kate Nash will perform at Banquet Records on Wednesday, 26 June. (Photos: Nub News)

The singer-songwriter is being hosted at Banquet Records in June, where she will play a set to celebrate her new album, 9 Sad Symphonies.

What’s on in Kingston: Open mics, community sports days, and charity plant sales

By Oliver Monk

9th May 2024 | Local News

There is plenty to keep you busy in Kingston this weekend. (Photo: Charlotte Lillywhite)

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here’s the Editor’s top picks of events and activities in the local area.

Mother wins compensation from council after sharing hostel room with her child for years

By Charlotte Lillywhite - Local Democracy Reporter

8th May 2024 | Local News

Guildhall complex’s main building, Kingston. (Photo: Charlotte Lillywhite)

A homeless mum has won £2,400 from Kingston Council after a Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman report described her accommodation as 'unsuitable'.

Local community group to hold free street art workshop this Sunday

By Oliver Monk

8th May 2024 | Local News

The Community Brain says no experience is required for their event this weekend. (Photo: The Community Brain)

The Community Brain says no experience is required to learn the ‘fundamental spray painting techniques’ being taught at their Surbiton event this weekend.

IN PICTURES: Coronation behind-the-scenes shots at London Waterloo released for royals' first anniversary

By Oliver Monk

8th May 2024 | Local News

Armed Forces band prepares for the King and Queen's first year anniversary of the coronation in London Waterloo Station (credit: South Western Railway).

South Western Railway (SWR) has released new, unseen photos of the first anniversary of the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen (6 May).

Meet Leo: Kingston Hospital’s new robot has successful first surgery

By Oliver Monk

8th May 2024 | Local News

From left to right: Chief of Surgery and Planned Care Mr Sarb Sanhu, Theatres Matron Sara Palhinha and Dame Marit Mohn. (Photo: Kingston Hospital)

Leo, a da Vinci Xi surgical robot funded by Kingston philanthropist Dame Marit Mohn, has been used to help remove a Twickenham resident’s kidney.

Kingston stations close as SWR tells commuters ‘don’t get stranded’ by strike action cancellations

By Oliver Monk

7th May 2024 | Local News

A person waits for a South Western Railway train to depart. (Photo: Oliver Monk)

Strike action today, 7 May, by members of ASLEF, means workers braving the commute will face difficulties getting home with early last trains.

‘Misconceived’ appeals from Kingston man over illegal moorings thrown out by High Court

By Oliver Monk

7th May 2024 | Local News

Alistair Trotman's two houseboats moored illegally on the River Thames for which he was fined £800, losing a subsequent appeal against his conviction. (Photo: Environment Agency)

57-year-old Alistair Trotman has made ‘relentless’ challenges over an unpaid £800 fine in 2022 after mooring two houseboats illegally on the River Thames.

Community rallies around Salvador, the tortoise stuck in a tree

By Oliver Monk

5th May 2024 | Local News

A tortoise is still missing in Richmond Park after walking into a hole in a dead tree on 22 March (Photos: Jackie Child)

Salvdador, who first got stuck in a dead tree in Richmond Park on 22 March, is now suspected to have moved into a badger sett despite best efforts of rescuers.

Lib Dems win South West GLA seat while Khan secures record third term as Mayor of London

By Cesar Medina

5th May 2024 | Local News

Richmond Councillor, Gareth Roberts, is the new GLA member for the South West constituency (credit: Ollie G. Monk).

The 2024 London Elections has come to an end with Sadiq Khan staying on as Mayor for a record third term and Richmond Councillor, Gareth Roberts, joins the GLA.

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