Hammersmith News Archive - 2006
December
Dramatic Car Chase in Hammersmith
Stolen Mercedes scatters pedestrians on King Street
Pet hamster saved from being recycled
Chubby cheeked charmer lives to nibble another Smart Sack
Row Blows Up Over Prestolite Social Housing
Mayor compares Council's actions with Shirley Porter's
90% of Muggers Getting Away With Crime
Local clear up rates for robberies one of lowest in the capital
Sobering swoop reveals festive drinkers being sold short
Popular licensed premises caught serving short measures of alcohol
Cyclist badly bitten as he tries to stop illegal dog fight
Suspect abused animal then used it to inflict actual bodily harm
LBH&F Set to Trial 24-7 Neighbourhood Policing
Council determined to crack down on rising crime to tune of£1.5 million
Councillor hits the blogs!
Paul Bristow using cyberspace to keep people in touch
Government to Forge Ahead With Plans for Third Runway
As Twelve Local Councils Unite Against Heathrow Expansion
Appeal for information after discovery of body
Two men in custody as murder investigation begins
Community Honours its Volunteers
Award Ceremony held at Hammersmith Town Hall
Make sure criminals don't spoil your Christmas and New Year
Local Police issue seasonal safety message to residents
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Ski-mask Wearing Thieves Unsuccessful
Empty handed after attempted robbery on Greyhound Road
Ravenscourt Park Hospital Fate Remains Uncertain
Scrutiny Committee may refer closure to Secretary of State for Health
Landmark ruling sees end to boards in conservation areas
Council orders agents to remove their boards or face fine
Blanket ban busts anti-social boozers
New powers have immediate impact on anti-social drinking
Council to Press Ahead with School Closure
'No convincing case' for Hurlingham and Chelsea
New Record Set at Head of the River Fours
Perfect Conditions for this year's Chiswick to Putney race
Bus Consultation to be Ignored
Residents' group angry that new route plan is proceeding
New Local Tube Stations Named
Wood Lane and Shepherd's Bush Market to join Tube map
School Pupils Take Over Council Chamber
Children's Parliament discusses the environment
Tara Take a Break
Camogie club on the look out for new players
National charity urgently needs local volunteers
Can you help to alleviate loneliness of older people?
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Newsletter 1st November, 2006
Man Urinated on at Talgarth Road Bus Stop
Told he was attacked 'Cos I don't like white people'
Concerns Voiced over Local School Closure
Plans to shut Hurlingham and Chelsea school attacked
Hammersmith Broadway CCTV Hot Spot
Over 30 surveillance cameras monitoring one block
Violent Robbery on Parfrey Street
Victim left unconscious and bleeding after attack
Enterprise centre wins extra funding
Support for fledgling local businesses gets a boost
New Chief Executive Appointed for Local NHS
Mike Wood to run Hammersmith & Fulham Primary Care Trust
News on the Allied Carpets Site
Closing Hurlingham and Chelsea School
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Newsletter 25th October, 2006
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John Betts Parents in School Dinners Revolt
Caterer sacked for serving up 'reconstituted slops'
Chelsea Stars Dedicate Victory to Cycle Accident Victim
Victorian Buchanan killed on Fulham Road on way to work
St. Paul's Head Commits to 'Needs Blind' Admission
Top private school aims to be open to all within 25 years
Chauffeur Robbed Near TK Maxx
Threatened with knife while waiting in Merc for boss
Esther Rantzen opens new hall at local school
The 'Shed' at Brackenbury School to be available for community
Good Food Comes to London
And we have five pairs of tickets for Olympia show to give away!
Second Time Lucky for Local Tourism Team?
Hammersmith & Fulham hoping to win at Visit London awards
Man Stabbed on Night Bus
Two men sought after life-threatening assault on N97
Disco Fight Ends with Arrest
Man in hospital after assault in Hammersmith Palais
Lib Dems set out Green Tax Switch campaign
Party takes to the streets to explain new policies
Anti Social Drinking in Hammersmith
Great attractions and things to do and see in Hammersmith!
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Newsletter 18th October, 2006
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Hidden cameras snare rock wielding OAP
Pensioner who terrorised neighbourhood gets the boot from council house
Ravenscourt Hospital: clone it don't close it
Meeting told 'no formal consultation needed'
Appeal for witnesses to fatal Dawes Road accident
Man dies in hospital after collision with blue Peugeot 406
Hamza's Dodgy Property Deals Unravel
Preacher of hate faces loss of two houses
Call for halt to privatisation of home care service
As GMB predicts bleak future for Hammersmith residents
Benefits cheat pays the price
Council prosecute Hammersmith Hospital worker who kept her job secret
Around the park in 80 ways to help the visually impaired
Ravenscourt Park charity walk set to raise £10,000
Time of your life goes green
As older residents flock to Hammersmith Town Hall
Fair Rating for Local Primary Care Trust
As the 2005/06 NHS performances results are announced
Hands 'forces' Labour to obey law
Local party files accounts after pressure from MP
Move Over Michelin - Dirty Restaurants to be Exposed
Scores on the doors will highlight poor hygiene in local restaurants
Cardross St - Proposed Changes to Waiting Restrictions
Welcome to the UK - Korean visitor mugged in Hammersmith
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Newsletter 9th October, 2006
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Cyclist Killed by Smart Car
Accident at Talgarth Road (A4) near Barons Court tube
No where left to ride as Police breeze through the borough
Operation Breeze results in 18 arrests and 60 vehicle seizures
St Peter's new playground is child's play
Local pupils given a new surface to boost their exercise
Local foundation's report highlights ageism in the workplace
Politicians give warm reception to new age discrimination laws
Technology that speaks volumes
Council introduces innovative new service for deaf residents
El Al Aircraft Incident at Heathrow
Neighbourhood Watch in Hammersmith
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Newsletter. 2nd October, 2006
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Will White City Mega-Mall Kill the High Street?
Traders face threat from UK's second largest shopping centre
Drug dealer banned from neighbouring borough for five years
ASBO for Hammersmith man who made residents fear for their lives
Crooks bowled over by operation ten pin
Major crackdown on dirty criminals proves success
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Ruby Gives Sixth Formers the Full Wax
Comedienne is star guest at annual sixth form conference
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Local School Heads Blast Size 0 Culture
Fashion industry faces further condemnation for setting bad example
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Jumbo's Nose Dive Highlights Further Heathrow Concerns
Aircraft instruments instructed El Al pilot to land in West London
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Advertising hoarding on Seven Stars pub
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Newsletter. 22nd September, 2006
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Local Constables Honoured at Scotland Yard Ceremony
Graham Rice and Stephen Cox given Royal Humane Society Award
Crime Crackdown is "Number One Priority"
Cllr Greg Smith reaffirms Council's zero tolerance policy
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More Than 1,000 Residents Say "Save Our Post Office"
Council Leader Confront Post Office Officials in Town Hall Showdown
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Lampard launches scheme for special needs kids
Chelsea & England star kicks off new community initiative
Letterbox Crook Gets a Surprise
Householder holds thief's arm until help arrives
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Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK 2006 at Hammersmith Palais
Cultural extravaganza to be held this Sunday 24th September
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Police seek witnesses to A40 collision
1 dead and 2 critical as car crashes into central reservation
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New laws aim to reduce child casualties on local roads
Legislation on car restraints came into force on Monday 18th September
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Grass roots entertainment in Hammersmith
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Newsletter. 22nd August, 2006
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Nuke Trains travelling on local tracks
Concerns raised over terrorist attack at Olympia
Contemporary Indian adds zing to King Street
Manoj Vasaikar demonstrates why his critical acclaim is so well deserved
Record Breaking A Levels for Local Schools
100% pass rate for fourth year for Lady Margaret
Pakistani Cricketers to Appear at Town Hall
Players at the centre of storm to attend fund raiser
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Postal Workers urge WH Smith Boycott
Hammersmith picket over Post Office Closures
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Heart patient paid with bouncing cheque
Roy Thayers faced death on Hammersmith NHS waiting list
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Payback time for local yobs
Vandals and drink drivers made to pick up litter
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Tough action proposed on street drinkers
Council say, "Get off the booze and get off our streets"
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Missing teenager and toddler found safe and well
The two cousins back at home with their families
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Blunt message on knife crime has positive results
Police amnesty sees hundreds of knives surrendered
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Clampdown on Moped muggers proves huge success
Operation Breeze sees 18 people arrested and 57 vehicles seized
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Newsletter. 28th July, 2006
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Flood of outrage as burst water main causes chaos
Cars submerged and people left homeless as Hammersmith grinds to a halt
Missing teenager found in Hammersmith
As local man charged with child abduction and internet grooming
Award winning author launches summer reading challenge
Eleanor Updale sets local children off on a reading mission
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Special award for Robbie Williams at local Oscars
Local couple honoured for their dedication to foster care
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Local children visit No 10 for tea
And discover what Cherie Blair keeps in her biscuit tin
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Local businesses support crime crackdown
Authorities work in partnership on crime reduction initiatives
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A meat eater visits Sagar Restaurant
Thames Water Damage Water main on Paddenswick Road
The Grove Gastro Pub and other local restaurants
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Newsletter. 20th July, 2006
Witnesses sought to hit and run incident
Four year old boy left with serious injuries after collision
Fantasy world gets local doctor struck off
Local man found guilty of misconduct with Abi Titmuss
Plans to close Hammersmith Post Office
Local MP claims Royal Mail's behaviour 'thoroughly disingenuous'
Works leave homes and school without water
Residents angered as poor workmanship results in another burst main
Local MP questions BBC's neighbourliness
Andrew Slaughter accuses corporation of community insensitivity
West London Speakers triumph in debate
Local group wins inaugural Socrates Cup Debating Challenge
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Villains deterred by clued up residents
A bit of community spirit goes along way to fight crime
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New sensory garden at Cambridge School
Pupils, teachers and volunteers create a haven in Hammersmith
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OFWAT forces Thames Water to plug the leaks
Water company told to splash out to improve mains
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Weaker air pollution rules may allow airport expansion
Friends of the Earth believe new directive clears way for third runway
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'Hoodies', 'Yobs' and the ASBO generation
Local youths get their chance to talk back
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New coffee shop/restaurant opens
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Newsletter. 13th June, 2005
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Latest Witness Appeals from Hammersmith Police
Serious assault outside the George pub on Hammersmith Broadway
Charing Cross to be closed by stealth say Tories
Motion put to the Council seeking reassurance on future
London's youth discuss Olympic bid
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New MP Lobbied to 'Make Poverty History'
Local nuns hold meeting with Greg Hands
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BAA publishes Heathrow Expansion Plan
Airport operator wants third runway and sixth terminal
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Newsletter. 30th June, 2006
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Out of The Grove
Local gastro pub doesn't quite live up to the hype
Bomb hoax artist escapes charges
Slap on the wrist for woman who caused chaos in the name of art
4x4 drivers more likely" to break to the law
Report shows perceived safety means SUV drivers to take more risks
Practice safe snaps this summer
Snappy Snaps campaign comes to Hammersmith
The end of the line for bus stop disorder
Council announces summer long blitz on anti social behaviour
Mayor puts ignorance in the shade
Minnie Scott Russell dons her shades to make charitable point
TfL report shows c-charge will cause chaos
LBHF already has capital's most congested streets
C-Charge extension 'expensive and unpopular'
System costing £166 million will be obsolete in 2 years
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Tube upgrade completed
But signal failures mean commuters swelter underground
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Latymer student wins prestigious scholarship
Pitchmeter nets a place at Imperial College for local teenager
Go-ahead for Burlington Danes Academy
Local school set to become a city academy
Minister joins the debate with young carers
Jeremy Hunt MP meets the selfless youths who care for their elders
European Day of Action on Aviation
Friends of Earth join rally against Heathrow expansion
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Newsletter. 8th June, 2006
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Artists At Home Reaches 32nd Year
Open studios event crosses boundaries to include over 50 artists
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Debt mounts in Local NHS
Local health trusts amongst the country's most debt ridden
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BBC staff turn mentors to boost young people's potential Local students benefit from experienced broadcasting personnel http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/conbbc01.htm
Burlington Danes satisfactory and improving'
Ofsted Inspectors give the school the all clear
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New council leader hails mandate for positive change
Cllr Stephen Greenhalgh welcomes "dawn of a new era"
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Lib Dems voice concerns over new council
New Conservative leadership comes under fire
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Tram bill £23 million and rising
Council accuse TfL of letting costs spiral out of control
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Young at Art
Children's artwork to go on show across the borough
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Historic silk newspaper returns to Hammersmith
Australian couple donate their inheritance to local archives
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Celebrations reward helping hands
Valuable work of volunteers recognised across the borough
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Adult learners' work goes on show
Victoria & Albert Museum exhibits work from local students http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/evadultlearn06show.htm
Small grants to help the carers
Council seeks to make life a little easier during Carers Week
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Tube line closures planned this weekend
Limited service on the District and Piccadilly lines
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Help sought to challenge a parking ticket
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Newsletter. 24th May, 2006
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Local Estate agents banned by Office of Fair Trading
Two former agents plead guilty to obtaining property by deception
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BBC inflates Top of the Pops figures
Staff asked to make up the numbers in studio audiences
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Prolific armed robber gets eight year sentence
Criminal finally cornered at Nat West Hammersmith
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Latymer Prep Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Full Academic Scholarship Fund Announced in Commemoration
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Conservatives win Hammersmith and Fulham
Comfortable win means party takes over Council
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Ealing Council leader fears TfL backlash over tram
New administration votes to scrap West London Transit Scheme
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Newsletter. 4th May, 2006
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Election candidates promote green credentials
Friends of the Earth quiz members of three parties
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Council Leader comes out fighting
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Candidates Standing in the Election
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***What's happened Hammersmith***
Families protest at "unfair" eviction
As nursery takes legal action against Hammersmith NHS Trust
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'Works of art' cause major bomb alert
Police name artist arrested for causing a public nuisance
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Expert Patients get their reward
Free courses available for long-term illness sufferers
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Election in Hammersmith - what the national press think
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Local bus lane camera one awards one of the highest number of fines in London
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Newsletter. 25th April, 2006
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Unhappy times at Ravenscourt Park nursery
Privatisation of hospital suspected as 100 children are evicted
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Man nearly loses arm after being attacked with meat cleaver
Man from Shepherd's Bush arrested following savage assault
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Weddings exhibition aims to keep traditions alive
Matrimonial ceremonies of five cultures featured
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Liberal Democrats Publish Manifesto for Local Elections
Party promises to return power to the people and a greener, safer borough
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Local pupils practice paperclip physics
Latymer students make grand final of science competition
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Water company must mend its ways as well as its pipes
Local MEP keeps up the pressure on Thames Water
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Can you make your neighbourhood a safer place?
Police are looking to recruit special constables
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Tory win in local borough elections predicted
Think tank say gain of Hammersmith and Fulham guaranteed
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Is your ward a marginal?
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Stormy meeting held on new bus route
Deadline looms for decision on Brook Green bus plan
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The Ark changes hands
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Newsletter. 3rd April, 2006
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Hammersmith's Top Twenty Streets
Average price over one million for three roads in the area
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Beatrix Potter movie being filmed locally
Film with Ewan McGregor & Renee Zellweger turns St. Peter's Square into a winter wonderland
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Council reaching Third World levels says Hands
Claims plan could see a doubling of debt over 5 years
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Houseboat residents face hefty rent hike
Port of London Authority seeks to substantially raise charges
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Stormy meeting held on new bus route
Deadline looms for decision on Brook Green bus plan
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Pop Art idol launches festival double bill
Sir Peter Blake launched art exhibition as part of this year's festival
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The Lazy Vine in St. Peter's Square
Roland Hanbury visits his new local restaurant
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Row Brews over Estate Agents' Boards
Residents' group say Councillors hijacking their campaign
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Thames Water to replace ageing pipe network
10-month project will bring inevitable disruption to Hammersmith
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/eafloods10w6.htm
Local people respect ethnic differences
67% say people from different backgrounds get on well
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/citizenspanelsurvey.htm
Lyric Square wins design "Oscar"
Top prize awarded in Civic Trust Awards 2006
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/lyricsqaward02.htm
Benefit cheat lands £4,500 bill
Cross check with other records catches out local man
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/benefitcheat.htm
Local nurse gains prestigious award
Grace Vanterpool named Nurse of the Year 2006
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/nurseoftheyear.htm
Shepherd's Bush man killed on North End Rd
Cyclist in collision with motor bike
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/conaccident38.htm
Labour's manifesto for HF council elections
Promises lower council tax and better services
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/labourmanifesto06.htm
Big gain in exam results for 14 year-olds
Local borough sees highest improvement in England
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/14yearsresults.htm
Henry Moore's Reclining Figure Returns
Iconic work of art back at Charing Cross Hospital
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/mooresculpture.htm
Award for Hammersmith Farmers' Market
Weekly event in Lyric Square commended in recent ceremony
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/farmersmarket2.htm
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Constable's swift response nets mobile phone thieves
Youths apprehended after Ravenscourt Park thefts
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/concrime230.htm
Commons to scrutinise estate agents' tactics
Parliament to debate issue after BBC exposure of Foxtons
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=property&spage=common/eprop09.htm
It's pay back time for offenders
Police and council unite to ensure lawbreakers repay local residents
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/concrime232.htm
District Line closures could mean Easter disruption
No service between Turnham Green and Richmond for nine days
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/contube48.htm
Is the expansion of Heathrow illegal?
West London Friends of the Earth believe it is
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/conhrw32.htm
Running after a cure for diabetes
Local man is putting his best foot forward for charity
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/marathon1.htm
Local parks are spruced up for Spring
Projects initiated to improve local open spaces
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/parksspring.htm
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. And finally a story from this Saturday
Commons to scrutinise estate agents' tactics
Parliament to debate issue after BBC exposure of Foxtons
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=property&spage=common/eprop11.htm
Local firm offers free plumbing services
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=community&app=forum/ShowMessage.asp?ID=178595
Conservative gain of Hammersmith and Fulham predicted
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=community&app=forum/ShowMessage.asp?ID=179968
HammersmithToday.co.uk
Newsletter. 26 February, 2006
Shocking rise in violent crime at stations
Local stations amongst the worst in London
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/contube44.htm
MP Calls for Abu Hamza to lose home
Greg Hands says Council must evict him as tenant
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/contube41.htm
1.5% increase on council tax for 2006/07
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/counciltax06.htm
Henry Compton gain new specialist school status
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/hcspecialist.htm
Changes to zones Q&R
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/zonesqr.htm
Sacred Heart rated outstanding
Local high school gets top marks from Ofsted inspectors
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/conschools37.htm
Government grant to secondary schools
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/grantforschools.htm
Dawn raids net banking fraud gang
Police arrest 13 people in connection with #3m racket
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/concrime227.htm
37 and 25 storey towers approved on Lots Road
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/towerslotsroad.htm
Latymer Upper raise money to SOS Children's Villages
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/latymersos.htm
Roxanne Hall elected the borough's Member of the Youth Parliament
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/ypelections.htm
Peace of mind - but at a cost
Midwives for rent at £4,000
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/connhs43.htm
Chelsea stars unveil £600,000 space for sports
Local sports centre gets substantial cash injection
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/consport19.htm
Beds axed at Charing Cross & Hammersmith Hospitals
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/hospitalsbedcuts.htm
Boat race crews combat litter
Ancient rivalries put aside as teams swap oars for litter-pickers
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/consport23.htm
The Lazy Vine
Roland Hanbury visits his local St Peter's Square eatery
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/revlazyvinew6.htm
Hunt for golden tickets in your local library
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/huntlibraries.htm
HF celebrates its new Fairtrade status
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/fairtradestatus.htm
HammersmithToday.co.uk
Newsletter. 23 January, 2006
School Disco venue to face licensing review
Police reported concerns over safety at the club
Fulham Pools revise timetable
After denounces that access to residents have been restricted
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/fulhampoolstimetable.htm
Meeting to ask 'is NHS in Financial Crisis?'
A chance to question Derek Smith Hammersmith Hospitals' chief
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/connhs40.htm
HF invited to twin with Montefiore Conca in Italy
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/montefioreconca.htm
New swimming pool in White City
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/whitecitynewpool.htm
Extra police power for Ravenscourt Park
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/policeravenscourt.htm
H&F Credit Union launches Pledge Drive
Flytipper faces £500 bill for dumping
http://www.hammersmithtoday.co.uk/info/flytipperfined.htm