The streets of Kingston were affected by five days of industrial action from Monday 3 to Friday 7 February, with wardens striking against parking company APCOA.
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England defeats France with thrilling last-minute try at Allianz Stadium
In a nerve-wracking Six Nations test match at Twickenham on Saturday 8 February, England pulled off an impressive last-minute win against France, securing a 26-25 victory.
Chelsea striker Sam Kerr found not guilty of racial harassment
Chelsea star Sam Kerr was cleared of causing racially aggravated harassment by a jury at Kingston Crown Court on Tuesday after calling a Metropolitan Police officer “stupid and white”.
The club tackling men’s mental health one step at a time
The Proper Blokes Club is a men’s wellbeing organisation working to tackle the stigma around male mental health by organising walk and talks in various locations across London.
Escape the winter blues at Kew Gardens’ annual Orchid Festival
The annual Orchid Festival is back at Kew until March 2, 2025, and this year, the botanical gardens are shining the spotlight on Peru.
Council grants £1,000 to new community garden on Queen’s Promenade
Queen’s Promenade Friends, a volunteer group who maintain Kingston’s riverside park, has received £1,000 of councillor ward funding for their new Athelstan Garden.
Local rents up 7.2% in one year
There has been a 7.2% increase in rent prices in Kingston since last year, leaving some young people struggling to find affordable housing.
Kingston Council to host first comedy fundraiser
Kingston Council has organised a comedy event to raise money for the Mayor’s Charitable Trust, the first of its kind for the Chamber.
World Champion kickboxer opens London gym in fight against violent crime
ormer kickboxing champ Daniel Sam has opened Black Diamond Gym in Ilford in a bid to tackle knife crime.
Former-number-one-ranked kickboxing and Muay Thai World Champion, Daniel Sam, has opened a new martial arts gym in East London, inspired by his own positive experience in sport.
Locals concerned about plans to turn Canbury Car Park into apartments
Kingston residents have raised objections including concerns about traffic and the effects on existing housing.
Some drivers believe more congestion will form following the layout alterations planned for Richmond Road and 12-50 Kingsgate Road as part of the residential development.
