Refugee Action Kingston (RAK), a voluntary run organisation established in 1991, offers support to refugees.
The charity recently received funding from the National Lottery, which is said would be used to pay for a Volunteer Coordinator role.
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Watch: Surbiton’s annual Seething Festival draws crowds
The Seething Festival was celebrated on 2 March 2025 at St Andrew’s Square in Surbiton.
Run as part of Seething Village’s community calendar, the festival is one of a series of community-led events organised throughout the year by the Community Brain to celebrate the rich history and folklore of the locality.
This year’s festival included a parade with participants in costumes, live music and stalls set up by local businesses.
Comparing petrol prices in Kingston to the rest of the world
With rising inflation, an unpredictable political arena, and the increased costs of living showing no signs of abating, consumers have been keeping an eye on their pockets and the price of essentials, such as fuel.
Inside the story: A deep dive into London’s response to the war in Ukraine
Protestors fly a flag in solidarity with Ukraine outside the US embassy in London following the Trump Administration’s decision to freeze military aid (Credit: Henry Langdon)
Watch: Inside Kingston’s stand-up comedy competition for new acts
For 23 years, Crack Comedy has ran a stand-up competition for new and aspiring comics at the Grey Horse Pub in Kingston.
Known across London for the quality of its comedy acts, on Sunday nights, Crack Comedy opens up the stage for anyone to deliver a short set to an intimate audience.
Mayor Liz Green: ‘As much as it’s non-political, I cannot change who I am’
This Women’s History Month, The Kingston Courier spoke to the Mayor of Kingston about trailblazing women, imposter syndrome and having to stay neutral on issues that matter.
‘Don’t worry, be happy’: a 100-year-old World War II survivor shares her story
To live to a century is a milestone that very few people ever make, and even fewer have the privilege of sharing their story. “Well, I don’t have to worry about not making it. I am very happy,” said Ursula la Cock, who turned 100 years old on 27 February this year.
Shrovetide football: Kingston’s lost tradition?
On both Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday, hundreds of men and women would gather in Kingston’s Market Square, awaiting the sound of the Pancake Bell.
Falling fertility rates: Three young people on their reasons for waiting to have children
The uncertainty of the job market, inflation and the pressure to find the right partner are just some of the reasons behind why less and less young people are choosing to have children.
What Trump’s presidency means for the planet
As one of his first acts of his second term, Donald Trump vowed to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement, which sets a target to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
