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Format: 2024-11-27
Format: 2024-11-27

Eight Kingston schools to close during teachers' strike

Eight schools will close during this Thursday's teachers' strike with another two still to confirm either way, according to Kingston Council.

Woman injured in Surbiton car crash

A woman in her 20s is believed to have been injured in a crash in Surbiton this morning.

Have a Laugh at first official Kingston comedy festival

Kingston residents will be chuckling for charity later this month, when the town’s first ever official comedy festival gets underway.

Spicy curry house owner blames predecessor for 'cocking-up' and breaching hygiene rules

The owner of a spicy curry house said it had cost £10k to fix food hygiene problems at the restaurant after the old owners “cocked it up”.

Councillors to decide where to spend pothole money in Chessington, Hook, and Tolworth

Councillors will decide where to spend money fixing potholes and pavements.

South West Trains bosses blame contractors for weeks of disruption

Train bosses have apologised for shoddy service, including late or cancelled trains and lack of capacity, after a storm of complaints online.

Midsomer murder writer pens historical thriller featuring Bentalls and Tiffin School

An author who left his hometown Surbiton to be a Devonshire farmer has just published his second book in a historical thriller series.

Inadequate rating for Knollmead Primary School

A Tolworth primary school has been rated inadequate in its latest Ofsted inspection, with a report claiming the school has several serious weaknesses.

Care home for disabled announces closure consultation

A care home in Surbiton which was accused by care inspectors two years ago of a case of "institutional neglect" has announced plans to close.

Surbiton pupils uncover missing World War One soldiers' names

Shrewsbury House students have uncovered the names of three forgotten soldiers missing from the school's First World War memorial.