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Woman assaulted and threatened with knife in Tooting attempted robbery

A woman in her 20s was assaulted and threatened with a knife in an attempted robbery in Tooting The victim was approached by a man in Franciscan Road at around 6pm on December 14. She saw that the man had a knife and attempted to rob her. He threatened the woman and assaulted her before running from...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Woman assaulted and threatened with knife in Tooting attempted robbery
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by Community Editor
Mon Dec 18, 2023 5:04 pm

New dockless bays for rental e-scooters and e-bikes

Lambeth Council is currently installing 191 new dockless bays across the borough for rental e-scooters and e-bikes to reduce pavement clutter. The expansion will bring the total number to over 240 meaning that most of Lambeth’s residents will be able to reach a bay within a 5-minute walk. Once all t...
Forum: Local News
Topic: New dockless bays for rental e-scooters and e-bikes
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by Community Editor
Mon Dec 18, 2023 5:00 pm

Tooting Bec Lido to reopen on Monday as Wandsworth Council completes £4m revamp

Tooting Bec Lido is set to reopen to the public in spring next year after a near-£4million revamp was hit by delays, including the discovery of buried asbestos. Wandsworth Council said the major repairs at Tooting Bec Lido, the biggest open-air freshwater pool in the UK, are almost complete. Ahead o...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Tooting Bec Lido to reopen on Monday as Wandsworth Council completes £4m revamp
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by Community Editor
Fri Dec 15, 2023 7:42 am

Lambeth: Planning for falling school intakes

Lambeth Council is running a consultation to further reduce admissions at primary schools in the borough, with proposals for 45 less places at community schools from 2025. Three Lambeth academy and voluntary aided schools have informed the council that they will also be consulting on proposals to re...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Lambeth: Planning for falling school intakes
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by Community Editor
Fri Dec 15, 2023 7:37 am

Giveaway from Backstory in Balham

Backstory, Balham's indie book haven, is spreading holiday joy with a 3-month Kids Book Subscription for one lucky follower - head over to NappyValleyNet's Instagram page for all the details on how to enter Book Subscriptions are the perfect gift for adults or kids – a book is chosen each month base...
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Giveaway from Backstory in Balham
Replies: 1
by Community Editor
Tue Dec 12, 2023 3:55 pm

Permission granted for new Paddock School site

Wandsworth Council's ambition to meet the needs of children with SEND within the borough is one step closer as planning permission is granted for the new Paddock Secondary School site. Paddock is an existing, Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ school in Wandsworth for children with severe learning difficult...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Permission granted for new Paddock School site
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by Community Editor
Tue Dec 12, 2023 3:54 pm

Family-Friendly Workshops at Battersea Power Station

https://batterseapowerstation.co.uk/content/uploads/2023/11/MondayWeb013-1300x867.jpg We have a fantastic range of free and ticketed family-friendly workshops on offer this Christmas. From Christmas Card and Paper Puppet Making, to Musical Magic and Tree Decoration Making, there is something for th...
Forum: Activities
Topic: Family-Friendly Workshops at Battersea Power Station
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by Community Editor
Mon Dec 04, 2023 4:07 pm

'Airspace' above Northcote Road property to be auctioned

The future of London housing might lie in the sky, as a plot of "airspace" goes under the hammer this month in Battersea, south-west London. Space at 47 Northcote Road is being offered with a guide price of £10,000. https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/E77A/production/_131885295_d2...
Forum: Local News
Topic: 'Airspace' above Northcote Road property to be auctioned
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by Community Editor
Mon Dec 04, 2023 2:28 pm

Lambeth: Christmas collection changes, Christmas tree recycling & sustainable festive tips

Over this Christmas and New Year Holiday period, Lambeth Council is reminding residents that there will be changes to recycling and rubbish collections, and that the free Christmas tree collection service is returning again. With Christmas Day falling on a Monday this year, collection dates will be ...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Lambeth: Christmas collection changes, Christmas tree recycling & sustainable festive tips
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by Community Editor
Mon Dec 04, 2023 2:19 pm

Re: Missing 14-year-old from Battersea

Daniel has been found safe and well 
Forum: Local News
Topic: Missing 14-year-old from Battersea
Replies: 1
by Community Editor
Fri Dec 01, 2023 12:29 pm

Amélie's Follies extended Christmas shopping hours

Have you told Santa about our extended Christmas opening times? Monday to Saturday 10.00am to 5.30pm  Sundays 11.00am till 4.00pm until Christmas Did you know we can keep a wish list in the boutique? Book yourself in for a fit check and we will make a note of your favourite items, their size and co...
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Amélie's Follies extended Christmas shopping hours
Replies: 0
by Community Editor
Fri Dec 01, 2023 12:02 pm

More suspensions at Wandsworth schools as national numbers hit all-time high

Wandsworth schools reported more pupil suspensions in the autumn term last year, as the total in England hit an all-time high, new figures show. Experts said the substantial increase in pupil suspensions across schools in the country is due to deteriorating mental health, unmet special educational n...
Forum: Schools
Topic: More suspensions at Wandsworth schools as national numbers hit all-time high
Replies: 1
by Community Editor
Wed Nov 29, 2023 1:26 pm

Uber driver stabbed and women followed Clapham: Third arrest

A third arrest has been made after an Uber driver was stabbed in Clapham, which police believe to be linked to a series of other incidents.  The man, in his 30s, was arrested on Monday, November 27 on suspicion of committing grievous bodily harm. Another man, who has previously been arrested in conn...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Uber driver stabbed and women followed Clapham: Third arrest
Replies: 0
by Community Editor
Wed Nov 29, 2023 1:11 pm

Lambeth aims to reduce permanent exclusions in schools to zero

To reduce exclusions and suspensions Lambeth is increasing the support available to schools.  Lambeth’s vision for alternative provision is to ensure as many children and young people as possible are educated in mainstream schools. A new ‘Alternative Provision and Intervention Guide and Gateway Form...
Forum: Schools
Topic: Lambeth aims to reduce permanent exclusions in schools to zero
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by Community Editor
Wed Nov 29, 2023 12:50 pm

Work underway to end the frustration of waterlogged sports pitches

Sports clubs in Wandsworth can look forward to fewer fixtures being called off due to waterlogged pitches thanks to a £1.4m council investment in upgrading football and rugby pitches across the borough. https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/media/b15buj0c/football4a.png As part of a planned overhaul of 78 s...
Forum: Local News
Topic: Work underway to end the frustration of waterlogged sports pitches
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by Community Editor
Wed Nov 29, 2023 12:46 pm