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Putney Bridge Roadworks Expected to End Ahead of Schedule
Putney Bridge Roadworks Expected to End Ahead of Schedule

Council says it has taken steps to ease traffic flow

More Tube Strikes Planned in November
More Tube Strikes Planned in November

Both ASLEF and the RMT announce industrial action over pay

Putney Postman Shared Indecent Images of Children
Putney Postman Shared Indecent Images of Children

Given suspended sentence after being caught by undercover officer

Council Forced to Apologise Over Blue Badge Delay
Council Forced to Apologise Over Blue Badge Delay

Took four months to process renewal for disabled woman

Six Weekend Closures of Hammersmith Bridge Announced
Six Weekend Closures of Hammersmith Bridge Announced

Pedestrians and cyclists won't be able to cross for 24-hour periods

Another Betting Arcade Planned for Putney High Street
Another Betting Arcade Planned for Putney High Street

Empty cafe/bar could be converted to adult gaming centre

Congestion, Licensing Review and the State of the Leisure Centre
Congestion, Licensing Review and the State of the Leisure Centre

Ethan Brooks, James Jeffreys and John Locker report back

Mayor Clashes with Greens Over Heathrow Expansion
Mayor Clashes with Greens Over Heathrow Expansion

Declines to sign letter expressing concerns over third runway

Private Rented Licensing Consultation Ending This Monday
Private Rented Licensing Consultation Ending This Monday

Council wants views on two new proposed schemes

Family-run Butcher Set for Putney High Street
Family-run Butcher Set for Putney High Street

Dugard and Daughters taking over former Mountain Warehouse unit

BobCat Gallery Returns to Putney Exchange
BobCat Gallery Returns to Putney Exchange

Taking up vacant unit following successful pop-up in 2022

Council Aims to Make Wandsworth London
Council Aims to Make Wandsworth London's Most Active Borough

Wants resident feedback on new leisure strategy

New Roehampton Family Hub Officially Opened
New Roehampton Family Hub Officially Opened

Provides access to a range of free services under one roof

Council Rejects Calls to Postpone Putney Bridge Roadworks
Council Rejects Calls to Postpone Putney Bridge Roadworks

Opposition says project should be delayed until holidays

Review Into Putney Election Error Blames Under Resourcing
Review Into Putney Election Error Blames Under Resourcing

Incorrect declaration was due to spreadsheet not being checked

Putney MP Visits St. Mary
Putney MP Visits St. Mary's for Cycle to School Week

Fleur Anderson takes part in a Bikeability session with pupils

Hats Off to Vivien Knowland
Hats Off to Vivien Knowland

The Putney resident who was milliner to Princess Diana

Council Repaints Faded Road Markings Outside Schools
Council Repaints Faded Road Markings Outside Schools

Yellow zig zags and other lines renewed for new term

Legal Challenge Looms for Wimbledon Tennis Plans
Legal Challenge Looms for Wimbledon Tennis Plans

Campaigners prepare to resume battle against AELTC in the courts

Neighbour Objects to Flat Scheme for Putney Cycle Shop
Neighbour Objects to Flat Scheme for Putney Cycle Shop

Plan is a tweaked version of application turned down in 2023

Wimbledon Tennis Plans Given Go Ahead at City Hall
Wimbledon Tennis Plans Given Go Ahead at City Hall

Hearing approves scheme and Angela Rayner confirms decision

Thames Lifeboat Station Proposal Makes Progress
Thames Lifeboat Station Proposal Makes Progress

RNLI planning new facility in the Wandsworth Riverside Quarter

The Jolly Gardeners Reopens After Refurbishment
The Jolly Gardeners Reopens After Refurbishment

Owners say facelift aims to retain traditional feel of the pub

New Free Bus Services Launching in Roehampton
New Free Bus Services Launching in Roehampton

University campus linked with local shops and transport hubs

Local Train Services Suspended Due to Barnes Station Incident
Local Train Services Suspended Due to Barnes Station Incident

Victim fights for their life after being stabbed

Roadworks on Putney Bridge to Run Until Christmas
Roadworks on Putney Bridge to Run Until Christmas

Council installing upgraded traffic signals for pedestrians and cyclists

Fleur Anderson Claims
Fleur Anderson Claims 'Major Progress' on Hammersmith Bridge

New Local Transport Minister agrees to reconvene taskforce

New Tenancies Secured for Parklife Development
New Tenancies Secured for Parklife Development

Yacht designer and stadium architect sign up for space

TfL Planning Enhanced Timetable on Bus Route 14
TfL Planning Enhanced Timetable on Bus Route 14

Plans for local services could see the number 414 scrapped

Retrospective Go-ahead Sought for Changes to Grade II Flat
Retrospective Go-ahead Sought for Changes to Grade II Flat

Original refurbishment was carried out at least 28 years ago

Fleur Anderson Launches Campaign for Improved Bus Services
Fleur Anderson Launches Campaign for Improved Bus Services

Starts petition calling for improvements on the 85 and 170 route

Plans to Demolish Distinctive Roehampton Gate Home
Plans to Demolish Distinctive Roehampton Gate Home

Scheme will replace it with a more contemporary house

Julia Domna Owners in Shock After Break-in
Julia Domna Owners in Shock After Break-in

Front door smashed and cash register stolen during robbery

'Constant Pressure' to Issue Parking Fines in Wandsworth

Staff say underhand tactics being used to catch drivers

Royal Parks Submits Application for Roehampton Gate Café
Royal Parks Submits Application for Roehampton Gate Café

Proposal to replace temporary facilities in Richmond Park

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Game On! At The Hunter
Game On! At The Hunter's Moon

Traditional Countryside Pub and Dining Room in Fulham

The Magic Flute to Be Performed at St. Mary
The Magic Flute to Be Performed at St. Mary's Church

Porcupine Productions returns with Mozart's opera

Open Day at Putney School of Art and Design
Open Day at Putney School of Art and Design

Part of the Brighter Living Initiative from Wandsworth Council

Riverside Art Group to Hold Annual Exhibition
Riverside Art Group to Hold Annual Exhibition

Local group to display its work at POSK on King Street

Advice Issued for Visitors to Richmond Park During Deer Rut
Advice Issued for Visitors to Richmond Park During Deer Rut

Stags can be more aggressive at this time of year

Free Dance Performance at Putney Methodist Church
Free Dance Performance at Putney Methodist Church

Springs Dance Company explores themes of loss and connection

Traffic Delays Ahead in Putney and Roehampton
Traffic Delays Ahead in Putney and Roehampton

Diversions and delays in the local area due to road works

Wandsworth Council To Double Mega Skip Locations
Wandsworth Council To Double Mega Skip Locations

Free recycling measure credited with reducing fly-tipping

Reverend Helena to Take on Royal Parks Half Marathon
Reverend Helena to Take on Royal Parks Half Marathon

Priest at Putney Parish raising funds for homeless charity

Putney Library Fully Reopens After £1million Makeover
Putney Library Fully Reopens After £1million Makeover

Official relaunch coincides with venue's 125th anniversary

Putney Theatre Company
Putney Theatre Company's Upcoming Productions

Autumn season includes Death and the Maiden and Shakespeare in Love

Forthcoming Transport Disruption on Public Transport in Putney
Forthcoming Transport Disruption on Public Transport in Putney

Tubes and trains services affected by engineering work and strikes

Putney Man Taking on Epic Cycling Challenge
Putney Man Taking on Epic Cycling Challenge

Gary 'Flash' Blesson raising funds for child poverty charity

Compassionate Neighbours Sought in Putney
Compassionate Neighbours Sought in Putney

Royal Trinity Hospice holding training sessions in the area

Having a Ball for the St. Mary
Having a Ball for the St. Mary's School Playground

Great Gatsby theme for fundraising event

Wandsworth Park Eco Fair Hailed a Success
Wandsworth Park Eco Fair Hailed a Success

Crowds join local MP and host of environmental organisations at event

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Did MI5 Make More Flying Bombs Land on Putney?
Did MI5 Make More Flying Bombs Land on Putney?

Directing attacks towards south London could have been deliberate

Remembering the Night 81 People Died in Putney
Remembering the Night 81 People Died in Putney

Call for plaque to be placed at site of the Cinderella Dancing Club bombing

Latest Job Opportunities in Putney

What's on offer in SW15 this week

The Amazing Life and Experiences of Alan Meek
The Amazing Life and Experiences of Alan Meek

Hugh Thompson on the 98-year-old man who walks daily on the Putney riverside

Why So Few Blue Plaques for Women in SW15?
Why So Few Blue Plaques for Women in SW15?

Putney Society asks members for suggestions to redress the balance

Festing Road Shares Memories of Mr Benn
Festing Road Shares Memories of Mr Benn

David McKee described the street as 'friendly, quiet, humane'

What Was the Story of Dave Bennett?
What Was the Story of Dave Bennett?

Information sought about man who lived on Putney's street ahead of his funeral