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Epsom Guardian

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince at the Royal Albert Hall review
On Friday, I went to the Royal Albert Hall to watch Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, the sixth instalment of J.K Rowling’s classic saga.

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Kingston Council may not renew its bin collecting service
A South London council may not renew its bin collecting service as extending the current contract could leave it “open to legal challenge”.

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:50:06 +0100
Men found injured outside Epsom JD Sports in early hours
Two men were taken to hospital after being found during the early hours with face injuries on Epsom High Street.

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:01:00 +0100
Thorpe Park Fright Night Review: A ghouls day out for thrill seekers
We heard the screams and shrieks at Thorpe Park Fright Night were not to be missed this year, so we decided to take a trip to the award-winning theme park.

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Former Cheam heroin addict launches self-help book in Epsom
A former heroin addict who turned her life around is now helping others to manage anxiety and depression.

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Channel 4 Grand Designs: Londoner builds tight extension at Sydenham Hill
Now, this week sees London-based Corinne look for a fresh start in a tight and awkward extension.

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0100
BBC EastEnders change iconic credits in aid of climate change
The closing credits for EastEnders will be transformed to highlight how the challenges frozen regions are facing could affect London. 

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 14:11:12 +0100
BBC News presenter George Alagiah to take break as his cancer spreads
The popular newsreader, 66, was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer in 2014 and had recently returned to his broadcasting role.

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:08:33 +0100
Netflix The Crown slammed for 'cruel' and 'tasteless' new scene after Queen's death
Netflix has come under fire over a “cruel” and “tasteless” upcoming scene in the new series of The Crown, weeks after the late monarch’s funeral.

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 08:41:10 +0100
BBC Eastenders stars to return for Dot Cotton funeral episode
Eastenders is set to pay tribute to one of its most iconic stars,  June Brown OBE MBE, with many familiar faces returning to the square to pay tribute.

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:40:11 +0100
Surrey singer Rex Orange County charged with sexual assault
Musician Rex Orange County has been charged with six counts of sexually assaulting a woman.

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 09:40:39 +0100
Virgin Media down: How to check Virgin Media status
Users of Virgin Media have been reporting issues with their service this morning.

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 14:01:21 +0100
Kingston Council restricts Tolworth deliveries after 10pm
Lorries will be banned from delivering to new businesses on a South London industrial estate after 10pm following backlash from furious locals.

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 12:06:12 +0100
Just Stop Oil protesters block The Mall outside Buckingham Palace
Environmental protesters blocked The Mall outside Buckingham Palace this morning in a demonstration against the new fossil fuel licences.

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 08:23:30 +0100
Quarter of mental health patients wait more than 12 weeks for treatment
Nearly a quarter of mental health patients (23 per cent) wait more than 12 weeks to start treatment, with many so desperate they turn to A&E or dial 999, a royal college has warned.

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 15:09:07 +0100
Life of Pi review: Yann Martel's classic novel hits London's West End - how to get tickets
Cast members include the charismatic Nuwan Hugh Perera as Pi and former Eastenders actor Ameet Chana

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 06:54:18 +0100
Tottenham striker Harry Kane to read CBeebies Bedtime Story tonight
England captain and Tottenham striker Harry Kane will read tonight's CBeebies Bedtime Story.

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Harry Kane to read CBeebies Bedtime Story on Monday, October 10
Tottenham striker Harry Kane will read The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright on CBeebies Bedtime Story

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Wild Things: A rare birding treat
Our Wild Things columnist Eric Brown explains why it always pays dividends to keep searching for rare wildlife even after it seems you have hit your target.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Abbots Langley Pre-School 'requires improvement' says Ofsted
After Ofsted took enforcement action against an “inadequate” pre-school, inspectors said the school still “requires improvement”.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 08:00:53 +0100
Sadiq Khan remains committed to ULEZ expansion despite major backlash
With claims from whistle-blowers that negative responses were being largely excluded from the results.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
BBC Three Wreck: full cast list and how to watch
New BBC Three comedy come thriller Wreck follows the story of Jamie Walsh as he boards a cruise ship The Sacramentum in search of his missing sister.

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Vagabond winery in Battersea bottomless roast menu: Review
I’ve taken part in many bottomless brunches in my life, and have devoured many roast dinners too, but never have I ever experienced a bottomless roast until Sunday..

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 09:57:35 +0100
London Zoo had five animal escape attempts in the last four years
London Zoo has today revealed that birds made breaks for freedom five times over the past four years.

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 07:12:54 +0100
Rail Strikes: Which train services will not be running during the strikes?
Passengers have been urged to “only travel by train if absolutely necessary on Saturday”.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:48:22 +0100
Surbiton man arrested on suspicion of Channel people smuggling
A man from Surbiton suspected of smuggling migrants across the Channel has been arrested.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight?
Popular late-night chat show The Graham Norton Show is back on screens tonight.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Shocktober Fest in pictures: A fun-fuelled night of frights
On Friday night (September 30), reporter duo Poppy and Amy attended the launch night of Shocktober Fest at Tulleys Farm in Crawley.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
London Tube closures October 7: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this weekend.

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:42:50 +0100
P!nk announces 2023 tour - how to get tickets
P!nk has announced a small tour which will see the artist visit outdoor venues in 2023.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:34:36 +0100
Bishopsgate stabbing: Eyewitnesses share accounts following robbery attempt
Three people have been stabbed in central London as members of the public tried to intervene in a phone snatch robbery.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:18:37 +0100
Bishopsgate stabbing: Three stabbed in phone snatching robbery
Three people have been stabbed in Bishopsgate this morning as members of the public tried to intervene in a phone snatch robbery.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Nature Notes: Time to put the feeders out
EVERY April, I take my garden bird feeders down because by that time, there should be plenty of natural food available and also there is a risk that by feeding fledglings large pieces of nut they may choke.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 11:57:39 +0100
Bishopsgate Attack: Three people stabbed near Liverpool Street Station
City of London Police have said they are not treating the attack as terror-related.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0100
England v USA at Wembley Stadium: kick off, gate times, tickets
Ahead of the match at the stadium, we've got everything you need to know from door times, match times and even the average price of a pint.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
England v USA at Wembley Stadium: Bag Policy and banned items
With the match just around the corner, ticket holders should be aware of what they can't bring to the venue.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 18:43:48 +0100
Justin Bieber postpones all UK Justice 2023 tour dates
The news comes after ticketing agents shared a statement to fans who brought tickets to the 'Sorry' singers tour. 

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 15:44:54 +0100
Asda launches £1 meal deal with unlimited hot drinks to help over 60s with cost of living
The new initiative will run alongside the current ‘Kids eat for £1’ offer which continues to be hugely popular.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 07:29:05 +0100
Home Office and former Met officer 'suspended' after racist WhatsApp posts
A BBC Newsnight investigation alleged the former Met Police officer had been posting racist content in WhatsApp

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 08:30:31 +0100
Primark change to fitting rooms sees customers threaten boycott
Primark has announced a major change to its stores which has seen some backlash on Twitter.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 17:49:44 +0100
Love Island's Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury reveal baby's gender
Former Love Island contestants Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury have announced they are expecting a baby girl.

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 10:32:50 +0100
Most popular baby names for England and Wales have been revealed
Olivia has been the top girls name for 6 years.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:08:00 +0100
Chris Kaba: Recap after inquest into death is opened
The inquest into the death of Chris Kaba has been opened and adjourned.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:28:20 +0100
Chris Kaba relatives share tearful embrace outside coroner’s court
Relatives of a man who was shot dead by police shared a tearful embrace outside a coroner’s court as the family called for an urgent decision on criminal charges in the case.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 09:28:33 +0100
Inquest into police shooting of Chris Kaba due to open and adjourn
The inquest into the death of Chris Kaba, who was shot by police in south London, is due to be opened and adjourned in a short hearing on Tuesday.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Pumpkin patches near South East London for Halloween
With Halloween on the horizon, here are some of the best places near South East London to pick your own pumpkins in 2022

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Kingston Council's 'doomed' LTN trial U-turn
A South London council has U-turned on low-traffic neighbourhood plans after locals said the “doomed” trial had divided families and put lives at risk.

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:01:00 +0100
London Air Ambulance appeal to help fund new helicopter
It comes as the charity shared they need to raise £15 million by 2024 to replace both aircraft after news they are becoming increasingly difficult to maintain. 

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 08:58:24 +0100
Woman to appear in court for defacing Captain Tom Moore’s memorial
A woman is set to appear in court after being accused of pouring faeces over a memorial for the late Sir Captain Tom.

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:06:03 +0100
Ofwat London: Is money being taken off my Thames Water bill?
London utility provider, Thames Water is to be forced to reduce prices after being found to have fallen short of standards by Ofwat.



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