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Quizzing the Leader on Twickenham plans
Residents and businesses had the opportunity last month, to quiz the Leader of the
Council, Lord True, and senior cabinet colleagues, on ‘All Things Twickenham’. Topics
included the train station, post office site and high street regeneration. Following
the event, Cllr True answered questions direct on Twitter.
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Embankment to receive further improvements
Twickenham Embankment is set for further improvements thanks to Richmond Council.
The 21-week improvement begins on the 30 September and will see resurfacing, new
street furniture and improved lighting at the area to the western side of the embankment.
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Sorting office gets planning permission
Major regeneration plans for the former Royal Mail Sorting Office in Twickenham
will create 110 new homes, plus a new community building. It will also see the creation
of a new public piazza adjoining London Road, which will provide an attractive spot
for people to gather at the entrance of Riverside Walk. The opening of the riverside
area means the public will have access to certain areas of the riverside for the
first time.
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Recognising your local community
Residents took the time last July to nominate over 140 local people for their role
in improving your local community. Over 30 people were selected to attend a special
celebration event in September hosted by the Leader of the Council. There are winners
from every village – find out who you know.
Find out who your local winners are
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Norse mythology comes alive at Champions Wharf
The new Viking play boat has arrived at the borough’s first permanent play beach.
At the opening last month, nearly 100 children attended throughout the day to take
part in a host of activities, including building sandcastles and digging for treasure.
The new beach is open all year round.
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Come along to the ‘Full of Life’ fair and plan for the future
The borough’s Full of Life fair kicks off next week on the 1 October at the Harlequins
Stadium – the Stoop. Over 60 stalls with information, activities, including Zumba
gold and Pilates, workshops to help you use your computer, freebies and a complimentary
lunch.
Don’t miss out
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Volunteering opportunities in Twickenham
Do you want to make a difference in Twickenham? Volunteering Richmond matches people
who want to volunteer in the community, with over 250 opportunities in 120 organisations.
Come along and meet Annette at Twickenham Library on the 23 October from 5.00 to
7.00pm.
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New Dispersal Zone launched
Richmond Council in partnership with the local Police have introduced a new Designated
Dispersal Area in the Marble Hill House area to deal with cases of anti-social behaviour.
Those who behave in an inappropriate manner will be asked to leave the area or could
be subject to arrest.
Contact the Police for more information
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Eid Family Fun Day
On Saturday 19 October, Richmond College in Twickenham will be celebrating Eid-ul-Adha
with a family fun day – including the chance to go on a tethered hot air balloon.
The organizers are looking for volunteers to help on the day – with a free trip
in the balloon as a reward for the first 10 people to come forward.
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Singing in the rain in Twickenham
Over 100 wannabe gangsters and their molls braved the elements last month to attend
a free cinema screening of Bugsy Malone at the Diamond Jubilee Gardens. This was
just one of a whole host of family activities Richmond Council has hosted on the
Riverside this summer, including music concerts, a bandstand programme and petting
zoo.
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Postbox reinstated on London Road
Following representations to the Royal Mail, the postbox outside the Old Sorting
Office (29 London Road) has been reinstated. The new box is larger and has up-to-date
information regarding posting times. A larger business postbox for franked mail
will be located outside 46-48 London Road.
Call Royal Mail Customer Services on 08457 740740
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Watch a flick on Twickenham Green
Local restaurant Arthurs on the Green has just released its October film screening
schedule. Every week, the chef creates a menu around the subject of the film. The
evenings begin at 7.00pm with dinner and then the film at 8.30pm. Homemade icecream
is handed out for the authentic cinema experience.
Book tickets now
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Donate your DVDs and CDs to charity
The Mulberry Centre in Twickenham is appealing for DVDs and CDs for a charity sale
in the Atrium at West Middlesex University Hospital on 24 October to raise money
for people affected by cancer. If you have any that you wish to donate, drop them
into the Mulberry Centre now!
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Food businesses commit to healthier takeaways
Several local businesses have been awarded Healthier Catering Commitment certificates
after going the extra mile. These include: Twickenham Charcoal Grill, Village Pizza,
Tasty Garden and Sunshine, Zizou, Il Vero Gusto, Lulu’z, Bellissimo, Regal, Rich,
York Street Café and Abacus Cafe. Making a few changes such as using less salt and
healthier unsaturated oil can make a difference to the occasional takeaway treat.
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GCSE celebrations at all schools
Secondary schools across the borough have been celebrating the improvements in local
GCSE results. Provisional figures show that 85% of pupils achieved five or more
A*-C grades and 68% received five or more A*-C grades including English and maths,
both figures an improvement on last year’s results.
Find out how your local school performed
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Have fun and get fit at Orleans Park Sports Centre
Come along to your local sports centre and get fit! The summer may be over, but
now is the right time to get fit for Christmas! There are also places left on sports
courses for both children and adults. For more information, call 020 8090 9695
Find out more
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Richmond Adult Community College is growing for the future
Work is well under way at Richmond Adult Community College (RACC) on the development
of their exciting new flagship site at Parkshot, Richmond. Plans include the creation
of a purpose-built, modern adult learning campus with excellent teaching and leisure
facilities for students, staff and the local community.
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World Alzheimer’s Dementia Month
The Caring Café for people affected by dementia is now part of the Carers Hub. Richmond
and Kingston Crossroads, as sub-contractors to Richmond Carers Centre will, together
with the Alzheimer’s Society, continue to deliver this outstanding service. Open
the first and third Saturday of each month at the Sheen Lane Centre.
Find out about more support
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Help shape the future of voluntary sector organisations
Richmond CVS is managing an important research project to review the current state
of the local voluntary sector. The ‘State of the Sector’ project has been commissioned
by the Richmond Transforming Local Infrastructure Partnership and Richmond Parish
Lands Charity. The research will provide shape, scope and facts for local voluntary
organisations, funders and cross-sectors partners over the next few years.
Have your say online
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Performing Arts Festival coming soon
The syllabus for the Performing Arts Festival is now available from libraries, information
centres and music shops. Competitions for amateur performers of all ages in the
arts, dance and speech will be held across the borough next spring. Cash prizes
and trophies to be won.
Apply online now
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Prizes for young writers
ArtsRichmond’s annual Young Writers’ Festival runs from September 2013 to January
2014 and encourages young people to show off their creative writing skills and express
their thoughts, hopes and dreams in any format. The event is supported by the Barnes
Literary Society in its 10th anniversary year. Deadline 10 January 2014 for pieces
of work. Contact ArtsRichmond for more information.
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Volunteers needed now!
Do you have an hour or two spare each week, each month or once in a blue moon? Then
please contact The Royal Star & Garter Homes. They are looking for people to volunteer
by manning a stall, holding a collection, hosting a coffee morning or co-ordinating
collection tins. If that is you – contact them now!
Get involved
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Coldbusters – don’t be cold this winter
If your home is cold, Coldbusters is a scheme that could help by funding new central
heating, a replacement boiler, cavity wall and loft insulation, and heating control
upgrades. Homeowners and private tenants who receive benefits are eligible to apply,
as well as those over 60 or on a low income. For more information, call free on
0800 358 6668.
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Young people getting involved
180 local young people taking part in the Challenge Network, powered by the National
Citizen Service, are spending the last weekend of September with The Environment
Trust, Marble Hill Play Centre and Grenfell Housing Association. This is just the
latest in a number of local projects aimed at challenging stereotypes and working
to improve the local area.
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Celebrating the best in world cinema
Richmond Film Society's 51st season opened with the Danish film ‘A Hijacking’ on
17 September at St Mary's University. The season runs until April and comprises
15 films of international repute from the UK and Europe, North and South America,
Japan and Israel. New members and guests are always very welcome.
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Big London Energy Switch
The Big London Energy Switch draws on the collective purchasing power of potentially
more than one million Londoners to encourage energy companies to offer lower tariffs
to customers. Richmond Council is among 23 London boroughs supporting the next auction
on 16 October where we have the opportunity to help our residents better understand
their energy bills and complex tariffs and work out if they could save.
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Volunteer tutors needed!
Would you like to make a difference to someone’s life? Would you like to help someone
with their English and meet people from different cultures? Learn English at Home
is a charity working with local residents who don’t have English as their first
language, to help improve their English language, reduce isolation and integrate
into their community. Full training provided.
Find out how to help
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