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Public storms out as councillors approve Tolworth Girls' School expansion

Tolworth Girls' School (TGS) will be allowed to fund its expansion by selling land for more than 100 homes.

Kingston and Surbiton MP makes first appearance at Prime Minister's Question Time

Kingston and Surbiton’s new MP quizzed David Cameron about Crossrail 2 with the first question at Prime Ministers Question Time this afternoon.

Man airlifted to hospital after fall from scaffolding

A man has been airlifted to hospital after he fell from scaffolding in Berrylands.

Burglar released early from prison back behind bars for van theft

A man has been sent back to jail after stealing a delivery van while the driver delivered a parcel.

Tolworth Girls' School expansion vote looms as 600-strong petition delivered

Plans to expand and redevelop Tolworth Girls’ School – and build more than 100 new homes on an old field – have been given the thumbs-up by Kingston Council officers.

Surbiton youth marching band marks 50th anniversary

The band will celebrate by hosting a free open air concert in Kingston Market Place later this month.

Man found dead on Surbiton flat landing identified

A man who was found dead in a Surbiton block of flats has been named as David Edrupt from West Molesey.

Council demands more affordable homes after discovering garage developer over-estimated build costs by £2.4m

More affordable homes could be included in a proposed redevelopment of a former Surbiton petrol station after developers over estimated building costs by more than £2m.

Fines for litterbugs as dog poo and cigarette butts 'costs £2m a year to clean up'

Kingston Council will introduce on the spot fines for litter bugs and dog owners who do not pick up after their pets, claiming it costs the authority £2m a year to clean up the mess.

Person dies after being hit by train at Surbiton station

A person has died after being hit by a train at Surbiton station. All train lines between Wimbledon and Surbiton were blocked after the incident at about 11.35am. Lines have now re-opened.