Sun warning for London residents
New research has shown that almost a third of Londoners are not likely to wear sun protection when they’re outside in the summer.
The online survey for P20 revealed that many of us think we’re not at risk of sunburn when we’re out in the sun in Britain.
London-based skin specialist Dr Jonathan Bowling told us even if the weather doesn’t look too good in the morning we should be prepared: posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:58 pm
Police appeal in Putney
Police are appealing for information after a woman in her 40s was sexually assaulted in Putney.
Officers were called to Putney Common at around 9pm on Thursday after the woman reported she’d been assaulted while running on the heath.
The man grabbed her and attempted to pull down her jogging bottoms, but she pushed him away.
He walked off in the direction of the Horne Way Estate.
The man’s described as white, around 16-years-old, with brown hair, and was wearing blue shorts and vest and white Converse shoes.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:00 pm
New secondary free school for Woking
A new secondary free school in Woking has been approved by the Department for Education.
The Hoe Valley Free School is set to open in September next year.
It will start with 120 pupils in Year 7, growing year on year.
The Surrey school is one of 38 free schools recently approved by the Department for Education.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:00 pm
New midwife for Epsom and St Helier
A new consultant midwife has been appointed at Epsom and St Helier hospitals.
Marion Louki hopes to encourage expectant mothers to have normal births without the need of medical assistance.
Such natural births can mean that women are more likely to recover faster and bond quicker with their newborns.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 pm
AFC Wimbledon signing
AFC Wimbledon have signed striker Adebayo Akinfenwa.
It’s after the 32-year-old turned down a new deal at Gillingham.
He’s the Dons’ second signing of the summer, after fellow striker Matt Tubbs arrived on loan from Bournemouth.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:00 pm
Sutton restaurant sending food to Brazil
An Indian restaurant in Sutton is sending its food to England fans at the World Cup in Brazil.
One of the customers at Indiya-Indiya rang the restaurant complaining that the food in Brazil wasn’t up to scratch.
So he paid for a member of staff from his favourite restaurant to fly out with food for 45 people.
Warning on grass fires
With the warm and dry weather, the London Fire Brigade is warning the public to be careful not to start grass fires.
Cigarettes flicked on to grass land or sparks from barbecues can start a blaze.
They advise not leaving any fire unattended and to dispose of glass to avoid it magnifying the sun and igniting dry material.
When the last World Cup was on in 2010, it was the busiest period over the last five years.
Caution is needed especially today when the Fire Brigades Union will be on strike and will not be responding to small grass and other outdoor fires. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:12 am
Friday, 20 June 2014
Radio Jackie News Pod Now Available
Radio Jackie's 15 minute podcast of all the day's news for South West London and North Surrey is now online.
It's updated weekday evenings from 7pm.
Simply click here.posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 pm
Search For Missing Teen In Hammersmith
Police are asking people in Hammersmith to keep a look out from a missing boy.
Fourteen year old Connor Gwynn - Bliss is from Hertford and was last seen there yesterday lunchtime.
Connor has connections to the west London borough and if you spot him then call police on 101.
Tourism minister Helen Grant has been branded "appalling" by people caught up in the passports row.
It's after she suggested they should consider holidaying in the UK.
Ms Grant - who has been in Brazil for the World Cup - said she was "confident" delays would be sorted out in time for families to get away.
Home Secretary Theresa May this week apologised to people who have had their travel plans disrupted by the delays nationwide.
Jackie's Paul Coia snapped this picture at Heathrow Terminal 5 last night.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:03 pm
Former footballer jailed
A former footballer and two businessmen have been jailed in connection with an alleged attempt to fix lower league matches.
Ex-Whitehawk FC defender Michael Boateng from Croydon has been given a 16 month sentence.
Businessmen Chann Sankaran and Krishna Ganeshan will each serve five years after being found guilty of conspiracy to commit bribery.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:55 pm
New law school for Roehampton
The University of Roehampton is launching a law school.
It plans to recruit its first LLB intake in 2015.
It will offer 60 LLB places yearly, with an initial target of 30 to 40 students for Autumn next year.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:32 pm
Popular youth club rebuild begins
The transformation of Richmond's largest youth club, Heatham House, can begin after the Council approved a £700,000 grant for building work.
The project will be completed by the end of the year after funding was approved by Richmond Council’s cabinet last night.
The popular gym, situated to the side of Heatham House which was first developed as a music and performance venue, provides for a variety of indoor activities but accessibility for children and young people with disabilities has been a major concern as the gym building is not Disability Discrimination Act compliant.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:46 am
London to get millions to spend on pothole repairs
£170 million has been given to councils in England to sort out 3 million potholes.
London’s councils will share £10 million of that fund.
In Kingston, the former Lib Dem run council claimed the money was better spent elsewhere.
In May, the Conservatives won the seat from them, and speaking to us before they were elected, Councillor Andrea Craig promised change.
Wimbledon Update
Andy Murray will start the defence of his Wimbledon tennis title with a first round clash against Belgium's David Goffin.
His opponent is currently ranked at number 104 in the world. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:17 am
Accident victim calls for all boat owners to use kills cords
A woman from Wandsworth whose husband and young daughter were killed in a speedboat accident in Cornwall is calling on all boat owners to use a safety `kill cord`.
Victoria Milligan's husband Nick and 8 year old daughter Emily were killed when they were thrown out of the boat and run down as it circled out of control.
A report said a kill cord would've cut the engine.
Mrs Milligan has raised almost £300,000 for charity since the accident, and recently saw a new air ambulance for Cornwall named after her late husband and daughter.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:01 am
Surrey Cricket League preview
It’s all set for another busy weekend of action in the Surrey Cricket League.
In the Premier Division, Old Thorntonians will he hoping to stay top of the table as they take on Clapham Old Xaverians in Tolworth.
In Division One, Reigate Priory will be hoping to get their first win of the season as they play Wimbledon Village in Raynes Park.
The pick of the ties in Division Two sees a top of the table clash between 1st placed Ottershaw & Hamm Moor and third placed London Gymkhana in Ottershaw.
And in Division Three, Ali hope to keep their 100% record in tact as they travel to Ploughmans in Chiswick.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:15 am
Missing teenage girls found
Two teenage girls who were missing have now been found.
15-year-old Jade Young from Hounslow and 16-year-old Mia Ferguson from Brixton were found safe and well in Lewisham.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:07 am
Drivers gear up for Austrian Grand Prix
Practice gets underway for the Austrian F1 Grand Prix this morning.
Nico Rosberg has a 22 point lead over Lewis Hamilton in the current standings.
Woking based McLaren’s Jenson Button is 7th in the drivers’ championship while team-mate Kevin Magnussen is 9th.
The race is back on the calendar after an 11-year absence.
Man arrested in connection with Feltham stabbing
A 47-year-old man who police were looking for in connection with a stabbing incident in Feltham yesterday morning has been arrested.
Grahame Haldane, from Hounslow and who has mental health issues, was detained in Southampton yesterday.
The 75-year-old man stabbed during the incident remains in hospital in a critical condition. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:17 am
Thursday, 19 June 2014
Radio Jackie News Pod Now Available
Radio Jackie's 15 minute podcast of all the day's news for South West London and North Surrey is now online.
It's updated weekday evenings from 7pm.
Simply click here.posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 pm
Comedy great laid to rest
Mourners including Ben Elton and Dawn French have gathered to bid their final farewells to late comedy star Rik Mayall, at his funeral in Devon.
More than 100 people paid their respects at a church in the village of Dittisham.
Young Ones co-star Ade Edmondson acted as a pall-bearer.
Rik died last week, aged 56, at his home in Barnes. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:05 pm
London Fire Brigade staged a major training exercise in a derelict office block in Isleworth today
It was done in order to test its response to high rise emergencies.
Around 50 fire fighters, nine fire engines and specialist vehicles were called to deal with a simulated blaze in a block of flats.
Fire broke out on the second floor, leaving corridors on the upper floors smoke logged and a number of people stranded.
The scenario also saw a number of workers trapped on the building’s upper floors which are under renovation.
Last year the Brigade attended 716 fires in high rise buildings.
Three-year-old fawn mongrel Jasmine went to Battersea back in April last year after being found as a stray on the streets of London.
She has now been waiting for the right home for over 400 days, over thirteen times longer than the average stay for a dog in their care.
Paul got to meet Jasmine in Battersea’s kennels during filming for the third series of the much loved ‘Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs’ posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:11 pm
Former Chelsea striker charged with drug offence
Former Chelsea and England footballer Kerry Dixon has been charged with possession of a class A drug.
The 52-year-old former striker is The Blues’ third-highest goalscorer of all time.
He’s been bailed until the 14th of August.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:32 pm
Event in full swing at Epsom Downs
An event aimed at disabled people, older residents and carers in Surrey is taking place at Epsom Downs Racecourse today.
There are over 80 exhibition stands at the Choice Unlimited event, plus short workshops and activities.
These include sitting volleyball and one day first aid courses.
It’s the first time the event has been held in the County. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:28 pm
Wright Arrived Home
Ian Wright has arrived at Heathrow - and is heading home to be with his family after his wife and children were burgled at knifepoint.
The former England international, who's been working at the World Cup in Brazil, says he's "really upset and angry".
Four men, armed with knives, stormed into his north west London home last night and made off with personal possessions. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:59 pm
Father and Sons Take Off from Twickenham on 3,000 mile Cycle Challenge
A father and his two sons are cycling on a 3,000 mile round trip to Africa to raise money for a charity based in Twickenham.
Mike Noel-Smith and sons Harry and Will are hoping to make more than £45,000 for StreetInvest, which supports street children worldwide.
The trio, calling themselves Raw Discovery, set off this morning for the gruelling 12-day challenge from the charity’s offices in London Road. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:23 pm
Martin Fletcher looks ahead to Uruguay match
The clock is ticking towards England’s World cup clash with Uruguay.
Manager Roy Hodgson says he's not prepared to risk Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in tonight's crucial match.
The Arsenal winger has been struggling with a knee injury.
England know a defeat in Group D later would all-but send them out of the tournament.
Radio Jackie’s Martin Fletcher is in Brazil:
You can listen to our full interview with Martin here, and you can see his blog here.
Merton Police urges drivers and cyclists to repsect each other during Bike Week
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:50 am
England take on Uruguay in their make or break World Cup match this evening
Lucy Mayer reports on a football related issue you might not have thought of before.
Surrey Police Respond To Critical Report
Surrey Police have responded to a highly critical report published about the failure of their £15 million computer project, SIREN.
The Surrey Integrated Reporting Enterprise Network was commissioned by Surrey Police in 2009 but abandoned last year.
Chief Constable Lynne Owens says it’s been a challenging period and the force regrets spending significant sums of public money for the project.
But she adds that improvements have been made as shown by the successful installation of Niche RMS which replaced SIREN. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:44 am
Police are investigating a serious assault on Wimbledon Common
Merton Police have sealed off an area of land near the Windmill.
A man in his 50s was discovered at 6.40am and taken to hospital where his condition is not thought to be life threatening.
An Asian man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of GBH.
No weapons were found at the scene.
Police say they are working to establish a motive for the attack.
The area is popular with dog walkers, tourists and golfers, all of whom have been asked to avoid it and respect the crime scene, but they are being told they can still use the car park.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:45 am
New study to help trouble-makers in schools
Research is the Key to helping trouble-makers in the classroom according to a Roehampton Professor.
Studies by Mick Cooper at the University of Roehampton will be used to help teachers tackle mental health problems in young people.
The publication of the 46 page Department for education guidance will help pupils get the help that they need. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:00 am
A Cigarette Break in Guildford
Police are appealing for witnesses after thieves stole a large quantity of cigarettes from a store in Guildford on Tuesday morning.
Three men, wearing hooded tops, smashed the window of the Sainsburys supermarket in Worplesdon Road at around 2.35am.
The offenders then made their escape in the direction of the A3 in a dark-coloured saloon vehicle described as having a loud exhaust.
If you can help, please call Surrey Police on 101. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 am
Another Party Goer Leaves Rave in Croydon In An Ambulance
It’s emerged another partier was hospitalised following a rave at a disused sorting office in Croydon last Sunday.
The 16 year old was treated in hospital after losing most of his little finger, after trying to rip off a fire alarm that went off during the rave.
It’s reported a number of people were taken to hospital following the event, including 15 year old Rio Andrew who tragically died on Monday. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:00 am
Wednesday, 18 June 2014
A stolen car in Banstead is recovered using social media
A car stolen in Banstead has been quickly recovered thanks to a Social Media appeal.
A man broke into a home on Outwood Lane yesterday and took a high value Audi S7 at 11am.
The victim started a social media appeal supported by Surrey Police and online community groups.
It led to the stolen vehicle being identified by a resident in the Beddington area of Croydon at around 9.30pm.
Police are looking for a white man with an eastern European accent in his mid-40s.
He’s tall with dark hair and was dressed smartly in a light coloured grey suit.
UPDATED: He has now been found
A high risk patient has gone missing from Kingston hospital
32 year old Richard Cutler was last seen at 2.30.
He’s described as white, of medium build and bald. He may be in possession of a knife.
Police are asking anyone who sees him not to approach him
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:41 pm
Cold caller jailed after overcharging for building work in Chessington
A ‘cold caller’ who fleeced a pensioner from Chessington out of tens of thousands of pounds by overcharging for building work has been jailed for five years.
25 year old Christopher Heron from Cranleigh was sentenced after admitting fraud offences.
Trading Standards were alerted to a large payment made by a 65-year old man from Chessington to Heron, operating under the name of Everest Maintenance Ltd.
It was found that the victim was being charged £95,000 for work on his home which should have cost less than £7,000.
He’d already paid £57,000.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:31 pm
RSPCA released animal cruelty figures
83 people were convicted of animal cruelty in Greater London last year.
That’s according to new figures released today by the RSPCA.
11 people were convicted in Surrey.
The convictions include a 40-year-old woman from Worcester Park who was disqualified from keeping all animals for five years.
Her Staffordshire bull terrier was found with a severed stump of a tail which was left untreated after an alleged attack by other dogs.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:29 pm
Fourth man arrested in connection with historic sex abuse allegations
Police have arrested a fourth man in connection with their inquiries into historic allegations of sex abuse at a school in Barnes.
A 67-year-old was arrested in connection with allegations of indecent assault and is currently in custody at a south London police station.
Three men have already been arrested in connection with the investigation at St Paul’s independent school.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:28 pm
Paddington loses his voice
Actor Colin Firth has pulled out of voicing the World famous bear in the upcoming Paddington film.
The star who lived in Chiswick said he had been unable to find the right voice for the Peruvian character.
Comically, he released a statement saying after a period of denial, we've chosen 'conscious uncoupling.
The film is due to be released in November. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:43 pm
Wandsworth Council approves plans to replace Christies Fine Arts Warehouse
Wandsworth Council has approved plans to replace the Christies Fine Arts Warehouse in Nine Elms with new homes.
The redevelopment of the 2.7 acre site was approved last night by the council’s planning applications committee.
The new development will have over 500 new homes and a new outdoor space, which will be come part of the Nine Elms Linear Park.
There will also be over 1,300 square metres of commercial floor space.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:22 pm
Saddle up for Air Ambulance bike ride
A team of holiday reps will be swapping their sunny brochures for maps as they gear up for a charity bike ride in aid of Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance to mark National Bike Week.
Staff will be among the riders taking part in the Double 100 Cycle Challenge on Sunday, September the 28th.
The firm has chosen the air ambulance as their 2014 Charity of the Year and are entering a team of 31 riders for the 100-mile or 100km ride.
The ride is open to regular and occasional cyclists including individuals and teams with feeding stations along the route.
The first 200 riders to sign up will receive a special Air Ambulance jersey.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:51 am
A Cobham Business Wins An Award
An entrepreneur from Cobham has won the award of ‘Best Small Business’.
‘Bruce’s Doggy Day Care’ won the title last night for Bruce Casalis at the London Business Awards 2014.
The dog crèche and dog walking company is celebrating its fifth successful year. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:39 am
Fixtures announced
Chelsea start their 2014/15 season with a trip to newly promoted Burnley.
Crystal Palace have a difficult away trip to Arsenal, while QPR’s first game back in the Premier League sees them host Hull.
In the Championship, Fulham’s first game after relegation is away to Ipswich.
Meanwhile Brentford’s first game after promotion is a home match versus Charlton.
In League Two, AFC Wimbledon start the season at home to Shrewsbury.
The Football League season starts on the weekend of the 9th of August, while the Premier League starts a week later.
Full list of Chelsea fixtures:
August 16: Burnley (A)
August 23: Leicester (H)
August 30: Everton (A)
September 13: Swansea (H)
September 20: Manchester City (A)
September 27: Aston Villa (H)
October 4: Arsenal (H)
October 18: Crystal Palace (A)
October 25:Manchester United (A)
November 1: Queens Park Rangers (H)
November 8: Liverpool (A)
November 22: West Bromwich Albion (H)
November 29: Sunderland (A)
December 3: Tottenham (H)
December 6: Newcastle (A)
December 13: Hull (H)
December 20: Stoke (A)
December 26: West Ham (H)
December 28: Southampton (A)
January 1: Tottenham (A)
January 10: Newcastle (H)
January 17: Swansea (A)
January 31: Manchester City (H)
February 7: Aston Villa (A)
February 11: Everton (H)
February 21: Burnley (H)
February 28: Leicester (A)
March 3: West Ham (A)
March 14: Southampton (H)
March 21: Hull (A)
April 4: Stoke (H)
April 11: Queens Park Rangers (A)
April 18: Manchester United (H)
April 25: Arsenal (A)
May 2: Crystal Palace (H)
May 9: Liverpool (H)
May 16: West Bromwich Albion (A)
May 24: Sunderland (H)
Full list of Crystal Palace fixtures
August 16: Arsenal (A)
August 23: West Ham (H)
August 30: Newcastle (A)
September 13: Burnley (H)
September 20: Everton (A)
September 27: Leicester (H)
October 4: Hull (A)
October 18: Chelsea (H)
October 25: West Bromwich Albion (A)
November 1: Sunderland (H)
November 8: Manchester United (A)
November 22: Liverpool (H)
November 29: Swansea (A)
December 2: Aston Villa (H)
December 6: Tottenham (A)
December 13: Stoke (H)
December 20: Manchester City (A)
December 26: Southampton (H)
December 28: Queens Park Rangers (A)
January 1: Aston Villa (A)
January 10: Tottenham (H)
January 17: Burnley (A)
January 31: Everton (H)
February 7: Leicester (A)
February 10: Newcastle (H)
February 21: Arsenal (H)
February 28: West Ham (A)
March 3: Southampton (A)
March 14: Queens Park Rangers (H)
March 21: Stoke (A)
April 4: Manchester City (H)
April 11: Sunderland (A)
April 18: West Bromwich Albion (H)
April 25: Hull (H)
May 2: Chelsea (A)
May 9: Manchester United (H)
May 16: Liverpool (A)
May 24: Swansea (H)
Full list of QPR fixtures
August 16: Hull (H)
August 23: Tottenham (A)
August 30: Sunderland (H)
September 13: Manchester United (A)
September 20: Stoke City (H)
September 27: Southampton (A)
October 4: West Ham United (A)
October 18: Liverpool (H)
October 25: Aston Villa (H)
November 1: Chelsea (A)
November 8: Manchester City (H)
November 22: Newcastle United (A)
November 29: Leicester City (H)
December 2: Swansea City (A)
December 6: Burnley (H)
December 13: Everton (A)
December 20: West Bromwich Albion (H)
December 26: Arsenal (A)
December 28: Crystal Palace (H)
January 1: Swansea City (H)
January 10: Burnley (A)
January 17: Manchester United (H)
January 31: Stoke City (A)
February 7: Southampton (H)
February 11: Sunderland (A)
February 21: Hull City (A)
February 28: Tottenham Hotspur (H)
March 3: Arsenal (H)
March 14: Crystal Palace (A)
March 21: Everton (H)
April 4: West Bromwich Albion (A)
April 11: Chelsea (H)
April 18: Aston Villa (A)
April 25: West Ham (H)
May 2: Liverpool (A)
May 9: Manchester City (A)
May 16: Newcastle United (H)
May 24: Leicester City (A)
Full list of Fulham fixtures
August 9: Ipswich (A)
August 16: Millwall (H)
August 20: Wolves (H)
August 23: Derby (A)
August 30: Cardiff (H)
September 13: Reading (A)
September 17: Nottingham Forest (A)
September 20: Blackburn Rovers (H)
September 27: Birmingham City (A)
October 1: Bolton Wanderers (H)
October 4: Middlesbrough (A)
October 18: Norwich (H)
October 21: Rotherham United (A)
October 25: Charlton Athletic (H)
November 1: Wigan Athletic (A)
November 5: Blackpool (H)
November 8: Huddersfield (H)
November 22: Brentford (A)
November 29: Brighton and Hove Albion (A)
December 6: Watford (H)
December 13: Leeds United (A)
December 20: Sheffield Wednesday (H)
December 26: Bournemouth (A)
December 28: Brighton and Hove Albion (H)
January 10: Cardiff City (A)
January 17: Reading (H)
January 24: Nottingham Forest (H)
January 31: Blackburn Rovers (A)
February 7: Birmingham City (H)
February 10: Bolton Wanderers (A)
February 14: Ipswich (H)
February 21: Millwall (A)
February 24: Wolves (A)
February 28: Derby County (H)
March 3: Watford (A)
March 7: Bournemouth (H)
March 14: Sheffield Wednesday (A)
March 18: Leeds United (H)
March 21: Huddersfield Town (A)
April 4: Brentford (H)
April 6: Charlton Athletic (A)
April 11: Wigan Athletic (H)
April 15: Rotherham United (H)
April 18: Blackpool (A)
April 25: Middlesbrough (H)
May 2: Norwich City (A)
Full list of Brentford Fixtures
August 9: Charlton Athletic (H)
August 16: Millwall (A)
August 20: Blackpool (A)
August 23: Birmingham City (H)
August 30: Rotherham United (A)
September 13: Brighton and Hove Albion (H)
September 16: Norwich City (H)
September 20: Middlesbrough (A)
September 27: Leeds United (H)
September 30: Watford (A)
October 4: Reading (H)
October 18: Wigan Athletic (A)
October 21: Sheffield Wednesday (H)
October 25: Bolton Wanderers (A)
November 1: Derby County (H)
November 5: Nottingham Forest (A)
November 8: Millwall (A)
November 22: Fulham (H)
November 29: Wolves (H)
December 6: Huddersfield Town (A)
December 13: Blackburn Rovers (H)
December 20: Cardiff City (A)
December 26: Ipswich Town (H)
December 28: Wolves (A)
January 10: Rotherham United (H)
January 17: Brighton and Hove Albion (A)
January 24: Norwich City (A)
January 31: Middlesbrough (H)
February 7: Leeds United (A)
February 10: Watford (H)
February 14: Charlton Athletic (A)
February 21: Bournemouth (H)
February 24: Blackpool (H)
February 28: Birmingham City (A)
March 3: Huddersfield Town (H)
March 7: Ipswich Town (A)
March 14: Cardiff City (H)
March 17: Blackburn Rovers (A)
March 21: Millwall (H)
April 4: Fulham (A)
April 6: Nottingham Forest (H)
April 11: Derby County (A)
April 14: Sheffield Wednesday (A)
April 18: Bolton Wanderers (H)
April 25: Reading (A)
May 2: Wigan Athletic (H)
Full list of AFC Wimbledon fixtures
August 9: Shrewsbury (H)
August 16: Luton (A)
August 20: Southend (A)
August 23: Hartlepool (H)
August 30: Stevenage (H)
September 6: Carlisle (A)
September 13: Accrington Stanley (A)
September 16: Burton Albion (H)
September 20: Morecambe (H)
September 27: Newport County (A)
October 4: Cheltenham (A)
October 11: Bury (H)
October 18: Wycombe (A)
October 21: Plymouth Argyle (H)
October 25: Tranmere Rovers (H)
November 1: Northampton (A)
November 15: Dagenham & Redbridge (H)
November 22: Oxford United (A)
November 29: Cambridge United (H)
December 13: York City (A)
December 20: Mansfield (H)
December 26: Portsmouth (A)
December 28: Exeter City (H)
January 3: Cambridge United (A)
January 10: Stevenage (A)
January 17: Carlisle (H)
January 24: Accrington Stanley (H)
January 31: Morecambe (A)
February 7: Newport County (H)
February 10: Burton Albion (A)
February 14: Shrewsbury Town (A)
February 21: Luton Town (H)
February 28: Hartlepool (A)
March 3: Southend (H)
March 7: York City (H)
March 14: Exeter City (A)
March 17: Mansfield (A)
March 21: Portsmouth (H)
April 4: Northampton (H)
April 6: Dagenham and Redbridge (A)
April 11: Oxford United (H)
April 14: Plymouth Argyle (A)
April 18: Wycombe (H)
April 25: Bury (A)
May 2: Cheltenham (H)
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:47 am
Addlestone School To Be Expanded
Plans for over 200 extra school places in Addlestone have been agreed as part of the biggest expansion project in Surrey’s history.
The County Council’s given the go-ahead to expand Sayes Court Primary.
A growing population means nearly 330 million pounds is needed to provide 13,000 more school places over the next five years. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:43 am
Police Look For Seven People After Illegal Rave In Croydon
Police have released images of 7 people they'd like to speak to in connection with disorder at a rave in Croydon, where a teenager died.
The men are not believed to be involved with Rio Andrew’s death but may hold key information on disturbances at the event in Cherry Orchard Road.
14 people have already been arrested in connection with the rave for offences including possession of Class A drugs, violence and money laundering.
Return to Plough Lane for AFC Wimbledon?
AFC Wimbledon have revealed that they hope that the club will be able to move to a new stadium in time for the 2017-18 season.
The League Two side are planning to submit a planning application for a new ground in Plough Lane.
It would mark a return to their spiritual home for the Dons, with the site being home to the original Wimbledon FC between 1912 and 1991.
The club are proposing the construction of a stadium, which will initially seat 11,000, on the Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:12 am
Tuesday, 17 June 2014
Richmond "Dignity in Care Awards" looking for special carers again
People in Richmond are being encouraged to nominate care workers for this year’s Dignity in Care Awards.
The Council is on the look –out for those who provide care with “dignity and passion”.
Last year over 60 nominations were received.
The nomination period for the 2014 awards is now open until the 14th of July. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:08 pm
Runnymede Council receives funding for Magna Carta celebrations
Runnymede Council has been awarded a grant to fund its celebrations for the anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta.
The Magna Carta Committee awarded the council £15,000 out of a funding pot of one million.
The money will be used for a competition for schoolchildren in the borough to present their ideas on how to spread the word about the Magna Carta.
They will compete against children from Runnymede’s twin towns in France, Germany, Italy, Belgium and the USA.
The 15th June next year marks the 800th anniversary of the signing of the charter, which led to the rule of constitutional law. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:40 pm
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Battersea’s longest serving volunteer honoured with British Order Medal
84-year-old Laurence Ackland Smith, who has been a Battersea volunteer for 28 years, has been honoured in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
Laurence has been walking the dogs and providing socialisation and companionship once a week since 1986, travelling for over an hour from his home in West Wickham.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 pm
Appeal following the death of Rio Andrews
Detectives in Croydon are appealing for any information following the death of Rio Andrews.
15 year old Rio was taken to hospital in the early hours of Sunday, from a rave at a disused sorting office in Cherry Orchard Road.
He had gone to the rave with a group of his friends when he collapsed and became ill at the event. He died in hospital yesterday.
Detectives now want to speak to anyone who may have been with Rio or who saw him on Saturday night into Sunday morning.
A private family funeral will be held for Rik Mayall on Thursday
The late comedian's widow Barbara has asked his fans for their "thoughts and prayers" during the ceremony.
A memorial service for The Young Ones star, who died last week at his home in Barnes aged 56, is expected to be held in September. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:20 pm
Hounslow Has Visitors
The Airports' Commission has been in Hounslow today to look at the impact a third runway would have on residents.
It’s part of the research for a report on whether the UK needs more airport capacity and if so how can our needs be met most effectively.
Report author, Sir Howard Davies walked under the flightpath with the MP for Isleworth, Mary McLeod, who's against the Heathrow expansion.
The Report’s due out in the Autumn.
Meanwhile, five MPs have begun a campaign against the building of a second runway at Gatwick.
The Conservative who represent Surrey, Sussex, and Kent constituencies said the scheme for the airport near Crawley would be "a disaster" for residents and the environment. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:13 pm
Footballer from Croydon convicted of match fixing
A Conference South footballer has been convicted of involvement in a match-fixing conspiracy.
Former Whitehawk player Michael Boateng targeted lower league fixtures with two Far Eastern businessmen.
Boateng, who's from Croydon, Chan Shankaran and Krishna Ganeshan have been found guilty of conspiracy to commit bribery.
The jury cleared Hakeem Adelakun, who also played for Brighton-based Whitehawk.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:07 pm
Innovative Equipment For London Air Ambulance
London's Air Ambulance crew have become the first team in the world to use a balloon device to control catastrophic bleeding at the roadside.
Reboa, which stands for resuscitative endovascular balloon occlusion of the aorta, was first used in the UK by the Royal London Hospital.
It involves inflating a small balloon inside major blood vessels to stop internal blood loss - a common cause of death after severe injuries.
Doctors hope Reboa will reduce the number of patients who bleed to death before being able to receive treatment in hospital.
AFC Wimbledon to play MK Dons
AFC Wimbledon will travel to MK Dons in the first round of the League Cup.
It’s only the second time the teams have met since AFC were formed in 2002.
Brentford are away to Dagenham and Redbridge.
Fulham have received a bye to the second round, despite being relegated to the Championship last season.
The ties will be played on the week beginning the 11th August.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:10 am
A Dangerous Paedophile From Epsom Is Jailed
A predatory and dangerous paedophile from Epsom who groomed young children over the internet has been sent to prison for 12 years.
64-year-old Robert Sinclair created dozens of online personas on Facebook to target, groom and control children.
He pleaded guilty to 33 counts, including making and distributing indecent images, a sexual assault of a 9-year-old child and blackmail.
Sinclair befriended youngsters around the country, by pretending online to be a teenager between the ages of 14 and 16.
Boy Died After Mixing Drink And Drugs
A teenager who died after an illegal rave in East Croydon is believed to have drunk beer laced with the drug ketamine.
The 15-year-old died in hospital yesterday after falling ill at the event in the former Royal Mail delivery office in Cherry Orchard Road.
He has not yet been formally identified and a post-mortem will be scheduled in due course.
Assaults At The Epsom Derby
Police are appealing for witnesses following two reports of violent offences at the Epsom Derby on Saturday June 7th.
A man in his 20s, was attacked and left with serious facial injuries including a fractured jaw after he and his friend started talking to a group of girls.
Later, another man in his 20s was selling goods from his rucksack when he was assaulted in an attempted robbery – he too suffered a broken jaw and lost 2 teeth.
The offences were reported to Surrey Police late as the victims were admitted to hospital with their injuries.
Stallholders Unhappy In Woking
Stall holders at Woking market have said their businesses could close as a result of town centre redevelopment.
An indoor market’s been built and stallholders have been asked to submit business plans for selection to move there.
But traders say this leaves them with an uncertain future and they’re unhappy that their rents would double.
Sarah Lewis, from Lewis Pet Supplies, and Pablos Moezi who has a key-cutting stand say the new rents, electricity bills and business rates were more suitable for shops than stalls. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:19 am
People Forced To Live In Unsuitable Homes Are At Greater Risk Of Fires
London Fire Brigade has said the problem of so-called ‘beds in sheds’ is becoming more apparent across the capital.
New statistics show they’ve dealt with more than 400 fires over the last five years, involving buildings that were not suitable to live in.
In April a woman was taken to hospital following a blaze in a garage in Wandsworth where it’s believed she was living - it was caused by a candle falling over as she slept.
A Fire Officer described it as a tragedy that people are living in sheds and outbuildings reminiscent of scenes from a Charles Dickens novel. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:53 am
Motorbike theft in Egham while driver stretched his legs
Detectives are appealing for information after a motorbike theft in Egham.
The large blue BMW touring bike was stolen from the Magna Carta tea room’s car park on the A308 Windsor road.
It happened on the 10th June at around 7pm after the rider stopped to stretch his legs.
Officers say they are asking for witnesses to come forward who may have seen anyone acting suspiciously.
Anyone with information should contact the police on 101. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:17 am
Monday, 16 June 2014
15 year old boy dies at a rave in East Croydon
A 15 year old boy has died in hospital after he was taken ill at a rave in East Croydon.
Officers believe they know the identity of the boy but await a formal identification.
He was taken to hospital in the early hours of Sunday morning from the event at a disused sorting office in Cherry Orchard Road.
A 19 year old man was also taken ill at the same event - he remains in a stable condition. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:26 pm
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Police and the fire brigade have been at Battersea Power station today
It’s after a suspected industrial gas canister was found.
Road closures were put in to place just after 3 o’clock as the canister was said to be leaking.
The area has now been made safe. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:13 pm
New play centre for Wandsworth
A new children's centre which will offer free play sessions, health advice and parenting support is to be built in in Wandsworth.
The centre which will be called 'West Hill in the Park' is to expand on the work already being done at West Hill primary school.
Thirty two free nursery places for two-year-olds will also be offered to the borough's most disadvantaged families.
The construction which is costing almost £500,000, will begin next month and should be completed by the new year. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:10 pm
Pupils off to TeenTech Awards
Pupils from a school in Effingham are heading to the second TeenTech Awards at the Royal Society in London later this month.
More than 100 students from across the UK will put forward their science ideas.
Teenagers from the Howard school will present their outstanding work to a team of judges at the event on the 25th of June.
Students Harry Fallows and Leon Ware have developed the Beta Base to help games developers work more co-operatively with consumers. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:06 pm
People in Ashford are being advised to stay vigilant after a distraction burglary targeting an elderly lady
The woman responded to a knock on her front door on Thursday afternoon to a man saying he needed to read her meter.
She left him in, leaving him unattended for a few minutes.
It’s believed the man entered other rooms in the property as a purse and a mobile phone were taken.
The man’s described as white, in his mid 30s, around 5 ft 6 inches tall, of slim build, with short brown hair and a foreign accent. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:04 pm
Appeal to trace man after indecent incident on bus
Officers from the Metropolitan Police Service's Safer Transport Command are appealing for information following an outraging public decency offence on a bus in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
The offence occurred in November, on a route 94 bus in Holland Park Avenue.
The suspect is described as a white male, approx 35 years, medium build and approx 6ft tall.
Police officers are releasing a CCTV image of the suspect and are asking anyone with information to contact PC Staniland leading the investigation on 020 7421 1074 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 135289.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:00 pm
A Coroner’s court has ruled a woman died as the result of an accident when she was hit by a falling tree at Kew Gardens
Debbie Russ has the full details.
UPDATE: Missing girls found
UPDATE: Mia and Jade were found safely on 19 June.
Police have renewed their appeal for information to find two missing teenage girls.
15-year-old Jade Young from Hounslow and 16-year-old Mia Ferguson from Brixton went missing from their homes earlier this month.
Jade is described as white, 5ft 5inches tall. She had blond dip dye hair, but she’s believed to have changed her hair colour.
Mia is described as a light skinned black girl, 5 ft 4 inches tall with brown hair and slim build.
Detectives believe that Mia may have been seen in the Lambeth area within the past three days.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:08 pm
Farah back to winning ways
British double Olympic champion Mo Farah made a winning return to the track last night.
The Teddington runner ran a 53 second final lap to finish first in the 5-thousand metres at an event in Portland in the United States.
Farah hadn't competed on the track since winning two gold medals at the World Athletics Championships last year.
He's been selected in England's Commonwealth Games squad this morning.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:59 pm
Indecent exposure in Cheam
Police are investigating a series of indecent exposures in Cheam.
On three separate occasions a man has exposed himself to teenage girls walking through Nonsuch Park.
The suspect is a light-skinned Asian male, of average build, with dark hair, approximately 6ft tall.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:59 pm
Body found in Surbiton
Police have found the body of a man in Surbiton.
It was discovered last night in Oak Hill Park.
Formal identification has yet to take place but officers believe the body to be that of 47 year old Virginijus Tamosiunas who’d been reported missing from Surbiton.
A post-mortem examination will take place in due course.
At this early stage of the investigation the death is being treated as unexplained.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:58 pm
New signing for Fulham
Fulham have made their first signing after relegation to the Championship.
Motherwell have confirmed that their defender Shaun Hutchinson has left the club to move to Craven Cottage.
The 23-year-old English centre half made 121 league appearances for Motherwell, scoring 7 times.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:17 pm
New loan signing for AFC Wimbledon
AFC Wimbledon have signed Bournemouth striker Matt Tubbs on a season-long loan.
The 29-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at Crawley in League One, scoring 8 times.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:10 pm
Leatherhead School Pupils Head To London For Competition Finals
Pupils from the Howard of Effingham School are heading to the second TeenTech Awards at the Royal Society in London later this month.
That’s when the winners will be decided from the inspirational science ideas of more than 100 teenagers, who beat off fierce competition across the UK.
Teenagers from the Leatherhead school will travel to London to present their outstanding work to a team of judges on the 25th of June.
Students Harry Fallows and Leon Ware have developed their “Beta Base” games entry to help games developers work co-operatively with consumers. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:23 am
Walton Residents Up-In-Arms Over Proposed Development
Residents are up-in-arms over a plan to build 1,000 homes, a primary school and a medical centre on greenbelt land in Walton.
Developers, Bonnar Allan wants to create a garden village, off Fieldcommon Lane, complete with a supermarket and pub.
Detailed proposals of the 147-acre site were unveiled at Esher Rugby Club, on Thursday.
People from Walton and Hersham hit out at proposals and claimed they were fighting a “constant battle to save greenbelt”.
Korfball On Clapham Common
The fast-paced mixed sex team sport of korfball is to be played on Clapham Common throughout the summer.
The organisers are encouraging local people to take part in the Dutch game which involves shooting a ball into a high basket.
Anyone interested in giving it a go can join the weekly sessions on Clapham Common’s ‘eagle pitch’, every Wednesday from 7.15pm.
The sessions, will cost £2 per player and start this Wednesday running through until 23 July. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:24 am
Batsmen shine in Surrey Cricket League
Batsmen stole the spotlight in the in the latest round of matches in the Surrey Cricket League on the weekend.
Surrey Seamers’ A batsman Sumith Madhusanka scored an unbeaten 104 to lead his side to an 83 runs win over Reigate Priory in Division One.
There was also a century for YRG Eagles’ Saghar Tanoli.
His 109 led the Eagles to a 187 runs win over Burgh Heath in Division Two.
Balham & Tooting, Bec Old Boys, Old Thorntonians, Surrey Seamers and Morden all won in the Premier Division.
Ali remain unbeaten in Division Three after their close 8 runs win over Park Hill. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:26 am
Sunday, 15 June 2014
London to Brighton bike ride - witness appeal
Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses after a collision involving a cyclist taking part in the British Heart Foundation London to Brighton Bike Ride this morning.
The cyclist suffered life-threatening injuries after he collided with a telegraph pole at 7.25 in Rocky Lane, Gatton just before you cross the A23 into Merstham.
The man in his 30s from London, was taken to St George's in Tooting where he remains in a serious condition.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or should call the Collision Investigation Unit on 101. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:14 pm
Police in Merton need your help after a man was found with serious head injuries
Police in Merton are appealing for witnesses after a man was left with serious head injuries following an assault in Mitcham.
Officers were called to Montrose gardens just before half seven on Saturday 14th June after a 26 year old man was found lying in the road.
He was taken to a South London hospital where he remains in a critical condition.
It’s believed the man had an altercation with one or more men in Montrose gardens and the suspect or suspects made off on foot towards Western Road.
Anyone with information should contact the police on 101.
Police make arrests after rave in East Croydon
Police arrested nine people during an event in East Croydon on Saturday 14th June.
It’s after officers became aware of large numbers of people inside and outside a disused sorting office in Cherry Orchard road where music was being played.
A number of people in the crowd became violent with missiles being thrown at police officers and a police vehicle window was smashed.
The arrests were for violent disorder, drug offences and money laundering. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:44 pm
More than a thousand gathered near East Croydon station
The Met police have monitored a gathering of more than a thousand people near to East Croydon station.
A large crowd gathered near a building, opposite the railway station, just after 11 last night. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:41 am
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