Hundreds of people from Hong Kong, who have fled the island following China’s imposition of a national security law, have made their new home in
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Runners racing in the Cabbage Patch Invisible 10 raise over £2000
Scores of runners raced across 10 mile routes in London, participating remotely in a race known as the Cabbage Patch Invisible 10 and raising just over £2.000.
Kingston teacher shortlisted for Global Teacher Prize 2020
A maths teacher from Kingston upon Thames has been shortlisted to receive the Global Teacher Prize 2020, thanks to his outstanding learning portal for students available worldwide.
London Marathon proves to be a virtual success
An estimated 45,000 people triumphed over adverse weather conditions and a pandemic on October 4 to take part in the 40th London Marathon. The Marathon
‘We will keep working hard to get through this’: the businesses surviving lockdown in Kingston Upon Thames
The coronavirus pandemic is affecting all areas of life and business is no exception. On 7 May the Bank of England (BoE) warned that the
Community campaigner James Giles offers free food to New Malden residents
An offer of free food for New Malden residents was made possible by community campaigner James Giles. Aldi, Waitrose and Tesco donated food, which would
Surbiton care home for veterans appeals for toiletry donations amid coronavirus outbreak
A care home for veterans in Surbiton has made an appeal for donations of toiletries following shortages caused by the coronavirus outbreak. The care home experienced
‘Worst is yet to come’: Kingston Council head calls for volunteers to help vulnerable residents during COVID-19 crisis
The head of Kingston Council has called for volunteers to help vulnerable residents during the coronavirus outbreak and says “the worst is yet to come”.
Hundreds of people sign petition against franchising of New Malden Post Office
Hundreds of people have signed a petition against the franchising of New Malden Post Office, which is due to fall into private hands in April.
Richmond Council promises job interviews to armed forces veterans
Richmond Council has promised that all armed forces veterans will get a job interview if they apply for a job at the council under a
