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Court To Rule on Legality of Wimbledon Tennis Plans
AELTC starts process to determine if scheme breaches statutory trust

TfL's Transport Enforcement Officers Set to Strike
Union says there will be 'fare free-for-all' in run up to Christmas

Will TfL Take Control of Nationalised Train Services?
South Western's suburban lines have long been a target for the Mayor

Refunds and Journey History Back Online for Passengers
TfL finally restores services after cyberhack

Legal Challenge Looms for Wimbledon Tennis Plans
Campaigners prepare to resume battle against AELTC in the courts

Heathrow CEO Urges Starmer to Back Third Runway
Thomas Woldbye hopes to gain government support next year

Stuart Broad Helps Launch New South Western Fleet
Arterio trains will serve local lines including Hounslow Loop

Mayor Rejects Call to Pause New Floating Bus Stops
Says collisions are rare and they are not discouraging the elderly and disabled

Geo-fence Restrictions for e-scooters Reduced
Riders have been injured after engines cut out unexpectedly

Mayor Clashes with Greens Over Heathrow Expansion
Declines to sign letter expressing concerns over third runway

Effort Being Made to Recruit Women Train Drivers
South Western Railway aims to reduce industry gender gap

Wimbledon Tennis Plans Given Go Ahead at City Hall
Hearing approves scheme and Angela Rayner confirms decision

Five Mobile Phones a Day Left on Local Train Network
South Western says value of lost devices exceeds ÂŁ1million in a year

Date Announced for Wimbledon Tennis Application Hearing
City Hall to determine whether planning permission should be given

Eight Years of Chaos Feared if Wimbledon Tennis Plan Proceeds
Opponents not against the sport but rather 44,000 lorry movements

Green Light for New Intensive Care Unit at St. George's
Twenty bed facility will nearly double existing capacity

Mains Failure Releases Sewage into Beverley Brook
People using Commons advised to stay away from water

Minister Commits to Renationalising South Western Railway
Says government 'will act swiftly' in response to MP's question

Historic Sign in Southfields Restored to Original Glory
United Service Transport mosaic is nearly 100 years old

New App Blamed for Dial-a-Ride Problems
Services users say it has become less reliable since system implemented

Plea Made to Extend ULEZ Scrappage Scheme
Small business lobby group says surprise announcement unfair

Affordable Homes System 'Creaking at the Seams' in London
Housing associations unable to take on stock that is being built

Warning Issued About Device Clash Overcharging
TfL has already refunded ÂŁ200,000 to public transport users

Five Suspected Members of Local Bike Theft Gang Charged
Eric Andrews still being sought by police in connection

Commons Conservators Get Boost for Rewilding
Mayor's fund gives ÂŁ130,000 for project at Queensmere pond

Dismay at Children's Cancer Care Decision
Highly rated services at St. George's Hospital to be closed

Defra Appointed Commons Conservator To Continue in Role
Oliver Bennett MBE to serve for a second term

Wimbledon Park Proposals Continue to Divide Neighbours
Battlelines drawn as plans set to be considered by City Hall next Spring

Heathrow Dismisses Minister's Comments on Third Runway
Denies plans for expansion of airport have been scrapped

Mixed Reaction to Revised Wimbledon Tennis Plans
AELTC says it is increasing public access to green space in new design

Decision Looms on Wimbledon Tennis Proposal
Mayor set to announce his team's evaluation of controversial application

Dons Local Action Group Getting Busier All the Time
Charity founded during Covid finds expanded role as cost of living soars

Wimbledon High Institutes Mobile Phone Ban
Girls made to lock away phones during the school day

Centre Court Shopping Centre To Be Renamed
Set to become the Wimbledon Quarter as makeover nears completion

'More Loos For Merton' Plea from Local Campaigners
Claim most people don't know where to access a public toilet in the borough

Local Opposition To Plans To Fell Wimbledon Park Trees
AELTC asks for permission for new tree management scheme

Upstairs Drinking Plan For Wimbledon Village Bar
Planning application to convert empty office space

Study Prep Crash Driver Receives Bail Again
Investigation continues as remaining victims released from hospital

Appeal Made after Voyeurism Incident at Wimbledon Station
Man put his head under door of cubicle of women's toilets

Woman Fights for Life After Being Attacked in Wimbledon
Man arrested for attempted murder after assault on Nelson Grove Road

Call For Action on Wimbledonâs 'Slave-owner' Streets
Community Forum wants council to put up signs with historical information

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Calendar

Forthcoming Transport Disruption in Wimbledon

Tubes and train services affected by engineering work and strikes

ASLEF Calls Off Planned Industrial Action on Tube

Both unions have now cancelled strikes after revised offers

Family Fun at New Wimbledon Theatre with Madagascar

A mix of actors and puppets proves a hit with children

I Should Be So Lucky At New Wimbledon Theatre

Lots of sparkle, action and music in fast-paced production

Cinderella At New Wimbledon Theatre

Ten out of ten for this year's SW19 pantomime

Review: Annie At New Wimbledon Theatre

Craig Revel Horwood shines in this heart-warming musical

Bad Ladz Is A Good Night Out In Wimbledon

Review: New Wimbledon Theatre Studio hosts dark comedy

Classic Ballet Giselle On Stage In Wimbledon

Varna International Ballet visits New Wimbledon Theatre

Review: Calendar Girls At New Wimbledon Theatre

Gary Barlow's star-studded musical comes to SW19

Paterson Joseph Enthralls At Wimbledon Bookfest

His debut novel re-imagines a fascinating 18th century life

Alexander McCall Smith In Conversation With Suzy Feay

Author of No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency chats at Wimbledon Bookfest

The Bodyguard Is A 'Feast' Of Musical Theatre

Review: New Wimbledon Theatre's latest show provides a joyous evening

Lisa Snowdon Opens Up At Wimbledon Bookfest

She hopes UK is 'Just Getting Started' on menopause support

The Commitments At New Wimbledon Theatre

A touch of Irish soul warms winter hearts in SW19

William Morris House Celebrates its Centenary

Sue Hubbert tells of how occasion was marked on Wimbledon Broadway

School Of Rock The Musical Gets An SW19 Gold Star

Youngsters triumph in battle of the bands at New Wimbledon Theatre

A Very Special 9 to 5 Returns to the Broadway

Dolly Parton's musical strikes the perfect balance of drama and humour

Blood Brothers Pays An Emotional Visit To Wimbledon

Drama, music and tragedy are on offer as legendary show comes to SW19

Enter The World Of Narnia At New Wimbledon Theatre

Review: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

'Shall We Dance?' At New Wimbledon Theatre

Review: 'The King and I' is a sumptuous version of the classic musical

Explore A Clever Insight Into Human Relationships

Review: Love Talk at New Wimbledon Theatre Studio

Leisure

You've Got a Friend At The Half Moon Putney

Special celebration of the music of Carole King and James Taylor

Council Highlights Advice To Protect Your Pooch

Pet thefts more than double as the price of puppies quadruples

Award-Winning South Wimbledon Pub Is Permanently Shut

Campaigners fear The Trafalgar will now be demolished

Golf Gets Groovy In Wimbledon Town Centre

Testing The Golf Groove indoor experience in Centre Court shopping centre

Michael McIntyre Helps Redevelopment Of Wimbledon's Polka Theatre

He stars in a special comedy night to raise vital funds

Closure Of Family Italian Bakery Is End Of A Merton Park Era

Salvatore Falcone finally gets to lie in after 55 years of baking

Brazucas Point Cafe Shut Down After Rat Droppings Found

Hygiene inspectors described level of rodent activity as 'extensive'

Revised Plan Revealed For Historic Wimbledon Pub Site

Further chance to comment on development scheme for landmark site

Review: Priscilla Is A Must For All Musical Theatre Goers

Show leaves the audience grinning broadly at New Wimbledon Theatre

Hand In Hand Gets New Look

We review their food

Property

Luxury Home Plan For Wimbledon Village Flats

Cinema and games room planned for house in conservation area

Wimbledon Property Market Remains Buoyant Through Lockdown

House on Marryat Road becomes SW19 sixth most expensive

Twelve-Storey Office And Shops Block Planned For Wimbledon Town Centre

Landmark smaller building opposite station set for demolition

Ten-Storey Wimbledon Block Plans Approved In Controversial Vote

Town centre scheme gets go-ahead despite committee vote confusion

High Rise Vision For Wimbledon Centre Court Shopping Centre Site

Marketing literature shows three blocks towering over former Town Hall

Wimbledon Property Market Continues To Out-Perform Capital Prices

Prices paid for SW19 homes show another year-on-year increase

Community

Hunt For Donor For Popular South Wimbledon Fish Bar Owner

Adams Fish and Chip shop proprietor needs a stem cell transplant

Wimbledon Historian Highlights Local Slave Trade Links

House overlooking the AELTC was owned by man behind first slave voyages

Award for Wimbledon Football Legend Dickie Guy

Former goalkeeper given Freedom of Merton Borough

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