The borough has seen a drastic increase in the number of empty homes, with almost 2000 vacant properties Action on Empty Homes figures showed there
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Malden Pets at Home unveils new £2.2m Care Centre
Pets at Home New Malden opened their new Pet Care Centre on 29th November, at a cost of £2.2m. The 27,360-square-feet care centre is the
Kingston trees at risk due to urban construction and lack of care
Concerns raised that trees at risk from building works and a lack of conservation. Local ecologist, Alison Fure, who campaigns for tree conservation in Kingston,
Surbiton residents react to Lloyds Bank closure
The local branch is set to close in March next year The Surbiton branch of Lloyd’s Bank will close on 4 March 2025, one of
Kingston Library to reopen after ceiling collapse
Kingston Library is expected to reopen next week following the collapse of a part of the building’s ceiling.
Kingston shoppers have mixed views about Black Friday bargains
As the main shopping event of the year approaches, some were sceptical about the potential for a deal on 29 November. From deals on technology,
Kingston’s first ever ‘Santa Dash’ hosted by local run club
The Pub Run Club is anticipating 150+ dashers to take part in the event. The Pub Run Club is hosting Kingston’s first ever Santa-themed fun
Running club trend gathers pace among local women and young people
Kingston residents are swapping loungewear for Lycra to improve their fitness and mental health. In recent years, a cultural shift has taken place, particularly among
The best non-alcoholic drink options in Kingston pubs
With sobriety on the rise, we asked Kingston pubs for their zero-alcohol offerings Drinkaware’s latest statistics showed that in 2024, there was a one percent
Community-driven coffee van opens permanent riverside spot
Argonaut Coffee has opened its first café in Kingston on Buckland’s Wharf. Argonaut’s former coffee van on Canbury Gardens had been a much-loved staple on
