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Wandsworth primary school set to shut due to falling number of pupils
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Wandsworth primary school set to shut due to falling number of pupils
‘I was shaking with excitement’: Battersea’s Pearl finds avocado growing in garden
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‘I was shaking with excitement’: Battersea’s Pearl finds avocado growing in garden
Prison governor slammed for failing to front up in public meeting to explain Wandsworth’s dire state
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Prison governor slammed for failing to front up in public meeting to explain Wandsworth’s dire state
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Actor Colin McFarlane again set to be the face of prostate cancer fundraiser in Battersea Park
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Prostate Cancer UK’s March for Men returns to Battersea Park on Saturday, June 14, with actor Colin McFarlane again line ...
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Wandsworth awash with street parties to celebrate VE Day
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Wandsworth residents showed up in force during the Early May Bank Holiday weekend to celebrate Victory in Europe Day (VE ...
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Another Primary school set to go in Wandsworth because of dwindling numbers
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter A South London primary school is set to close at the end of the ...
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‘I thought I was the problem’: Mum with late ADHD diagnosis shares story to inspire others
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After years of grappling with self-doubt, Claire Quigley Ward’s life took a turn when she received an ADHD diagnosis at ...
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Charity appeal after fox ensnared in illegally-used trap on estate
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An animal charity has issued an appeal and warning after a dead fox was found caught in an illegal trap. ...
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Abandoned Battersea pub to reopen after months of uncertainty
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter A Victorian pub in will finally reopen this month, after years of lying empty ...
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London Heliport objects to plans to build 35-storey tower next door
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter London’s only licensed heliport has objected to a developer’s plans to build a giant ...
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Family of man who took his life had ‘communication difficulties’ with NHS trust
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter The family of a man who took his own life saw their calls and ...
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New plans to house the homeless in ex-student accommodation revealed
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter New plans to turn ex-student accommodation into temporary homes have been unveiled, after previous ...
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Community wins the battle for Battersea as council rejects developer plans
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Campaigners living along Battersea’s river front have celebrated a council decision to reject a controversial high-rise. One Battersea Bridge (OBB), ...
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Take Me Home – country roads lead to music festival in Tooting
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  By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter A ‘controversial’ two-day country music festival will be held at Tooting Common this ...
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Fewer delays for train passengers after major works completed
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Trains will travel faster through key South London routes after Network Rail completed a major programme of works over the ...
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Stores raided by cops in bid to unmask shoplifting gangs
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Police made 15 arrests after an operation to disrupt an organised shoplifting gang operating in south-west London. Eight shops were ...
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Report outlines serious misgivings over 29-storey Battersea Bridge project
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter Plans to build a ‘disaster’ 29-storey tower at the bottom of Battersea Bridge have ...
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MP launches political summer school to ‘supercharge’ work experience
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An MP has launched a political summer school in a bid to "supercharge" work experience opportunities for young people from ...
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Key river crossing no longer London’s “most boring” bridge
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Wandsworth bridge has received a major glow up with fresh new exterior lighting. Built in 1939, the key river crossing ...
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PC accused of rape to appear before Westminster Magistrates
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A Met officer is due in court today to face a charge of rape. PC Rupert Edwards, attached to the ...
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‘I never imagined we could treat patients like this’: New treatment for heart failure cuts deaths by two thirds
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A new way of treating heart failure has cut deaths by nearly two-thirds, bringing hope to patients and families affected ...
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Council to decide soon on scheme for ‘tallest building in Battersea’
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter Plans to build a gigantic 35-storey tower next to London’s only licensed heliport are ...
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‘Get ready to make a splash’: Tooting Bec Lido reopens for the summer
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Tooting Bec Lido, the UK’s largest freshwater swimming pool, will reopen to the public on Thursday. Throughout the summer months, ...
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Inmate’s sad death flagged up ‘excessive heat’ issue in prison cells at Wandsworth
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter A prisoner at HMP Wandsworth was living in a cell that was ‘too hot’ ...
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Shopping Centre in Wandsworth gets a new makeover
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter A South London shopping centre has unveiled a fresh look for visitors.  Southside Shopping ...
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This run into Battersea Park was no conclusion to some ordinary run-of the-mill jog
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It has been quite the challenge - a marathon a day to get from his birthplace in Catalonia back to ...
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Rogue landlord hit with bill for £43k after building extension without permission
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By Charlotte Lillywhite, Local Democracy Reporter A landlord has been fined more than £43,000 after moving tenants into a house ...
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TfL begins second phase of safety and accessibility upgrades in Nine Elms
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By Keerthana Syam Transport for London (TfL) has started its second phase of work bringing significant developments and improvements to ...
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Family thwarted in attempts to get round booze licence restriction by setting up next door
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By Charlotte Lilywhite, Local Democracy Reporter A bid to run an off-licence next to a shop which allegedly sold alcohol ...
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Have I Got News star adds his support to fight against Wimbledon tennis expansion
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Comedian Andy Hamilton was one of the key figures taking part in Save Wimbledon Park's held their sixth public meeting ...
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Fears a further oil spill has damaged pollution-hit River Wandle
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By Harrison Galliven, Local Democracy Reporter South London residents fear another ‘environmental disaster’ after a second oil spill in the ...
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Rogue landlord fined £43,000 for breaching planning controls
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A rogue landlord has been ordered to pay more than £43,000 for breaching planning controls and failing to comply with ...
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‘Incompetent’ nurse who kept clocking off too early is suspended for a year
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By Charlotte Lilywhite, Local Democracy Reporter An A&E nurse has been suspended after leaving his unit understaffed by finishing multiple ...
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Tooting Market traders fear being ‘pushed out’ by rent rises
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Traders in Tooting market have raised concerns over management after a series of rent rises which they claim are “pushing” ...
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64-year-old woman runs marathon to honour late husband
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A 64-year-old woman is gearing up for the London Marathon next month when she will run in memory of her ...
Appeal made after nightclub assault that led to broken ankle
Appeal made after nightclub assault that led to broken ankle
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Old gasworks site set for mammoth project with four new tower blocks for 600 homes
Old gasworks site set for mammoth project with four new tower blocks for 600 homes
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Firearms and explosives charges levelled at Wandsworth teen
Firearms and explosives charges levelled at Wandsworth teen
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Tooting welcomes new community venue aiming to streamline support
Tooting welcomes new community venue aiming to streamline support
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Sports hall is on the way – with school set to share with local community
Sports hall is on the way – with school set to share with local community
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‘Overworked’ hospital staff stage lunchtime protest
‘Overworked’ hospital staff stage lunchtime protest
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Eltham library hailed for its status as a community hub and friend of Ukraine
Eltham library hailed for its status as a community hub and friend of Ukraine
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More than 150 asylum seekers welcomed by charity after funding boost
More than 150 asylum seekers welcomed by charity after funding boost
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SWR long-awaited £1billion fleet of trains to ease overcrowding ‘stuck in limbo’
SWR long-awaited £1billion fleet of trains to ease overcrowding ‘stuck in limbo’
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Rape and sexual assault charges levelled at South London PC
Rape and sexual assault charges levelled at South London PC
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Collapsed ceiling adds to continuing temporary accommodation woes for mum-of-three
Collapsed ceiling adds to continuing temporary accommodation woes for mum-of-three
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Council waives fees for VE Day 80th anniversary street parties
Council waives fees for VE Day 80th anniversary street parties
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Dozens of firefighters tackle Putney house fire
Dozens of firefighters tackle Putney house fire
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‘They often say ‘I don’t want to die’’: Hospital reveals harrowing tales of knife crime after opening weapons bin
‘They often say ‘I don’t want to die’’: Hospital reveals harrowing tales of knife crime after opening weapons bin
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Wandsworth girl guiding trio among latest Jack Petchey award winners
Wandsworth girl guiding trio among latest Jack Petchey award winners
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Appeals after alleged ‘skateboarder’ attack on Tube staff at Nine Elms
Appeals after alleged ‘skateboarder’ attack on Tube staff at Nine Elms
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Little objection to Little Waitrose as bid for round-the-clock booze sales approved
Little objection to Little Waitrose as bid for round-the-clock booze sales approved
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Wandsworth to champion accessibility in year as London Borough of Culture
Wandsworth to champion accessibility in year as London Borough of Culture
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Bid for 24-hour booze sales a cause for alarm bells among council officers
Bid for 24-hour booze sales a cause for alarm bells among council officers
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‘Overcrowding’ fears ignored as Wandsworth presses ahead with new council homes
‘Overcrowding’ fears ignored as Wandsworth presses ahead with new council homes
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Wandsworth failing to meet health and safety standards in its housing stock, says regulator
Wandsworth failing to meet health and safety standards in its housing stock, says regulator
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Man admits sex assaults on teens near Clapham Common
Man admits sex assaults on teens near Clapham Common
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Man ‘performed sex act while staring at woman’ on Northern line 
Man ‘performed sex act while staring at woman’ on Northern line 
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Resurfacing means night-time closures around Putney Bridge in coming days
Resurfacing means night-time closures around Putney Bridge in coming days
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