Chiswick News Archive - March 2004


What happened in Chiswick during March 2004

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Ealing Council Pay £1.5 million for Image Consultants
Questions Raised About Contract to Promote Response Programme

Ken says local opposition rules out Crossrail
Mayor Dismisses chances of West London spur being built

Another Suicide Drama at Turnham Green
No fatality but station's tag as 'most dangerous' on the network confirmed

Noisy Neighbours Silenced
Two Chiswick Residents Successfully Prosecuted

Local football star tells of Rape Nightmare
Carlton Cole tells of media ordeal after allegations were made against him

Fullers Rated Best Pub Chain
Local Brewer Scoops award at recent ceremony

Pissarro's has it Covered!
Restaurant installing new roof on conservatory area

Red BMW in Hit and Run on A4
Car hits pedestrian and then speeds off with smashed windscreen

Forty Rescued after Chaos on the River
Rough Weather disrupts Head of the River Race

Support Your Local Museum
Hogarth House wants your support in a national poll

Residents Oppose Hartington Court Scheme
Claim plans will destroy Art Deco building in conservation area

Top Local Cop gets Award for Undercover Drugs Op
Martin Bridger Ealing's Borough Commander Receives Commissioner's Commendation

Plans for Chiswick House Make Progress
But Major Restoration Work may not begin for Two Years

No Cash for Chiswick Library for Three Years
Budget Constraints means no funding for major redevelopment

Projects sought for London Sustainability Weeks
Opportunity for residents to get involved in global issues on a local level

The Ladies Who Lunched With The Queen
Erin Pizzey amongst women at Royal luncheon

Railway Footbridge Lighting to be Improved
Schemes for Deans Close and Chiswick Village to be considered

Be Green With Your Garden Waste
Garden waste collection service returns for another year

Bins Can Only Get Better
Report sees prospect of improvement in Ealing's Refuse Collection

A truly Excellent Development in Africa
Local Self-help Charity has transformed the lives of thousands

Fatal Accident Goldhawk Road
Police Seek Information on Death of Motorcyclist

Local Teachers Get Awards
Over 1,000 years of dedication acknowledged at ceremony

Centre Opens for Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Offering Bronze Silver and Gold Sections at Chiswick Methodist Church

Gumley House Judged Victors of The Courtroom
Convent School girls win their local heat in mock trial competition

New Council Tax rates announced
Rises well above inflation once again

Chiswick Officially Loses Its Timelessness
15 Years On Chiswick High Road Clock Starts To Tick

Chiswick wish list under consideration
Residents bombard Area Committee with ideas for local spending

Chiswick restaurant has London's best wine list
La Trompette in Devonshire Road scoops prestigious award

Local Tories Express Concern Over Mobile Masts
New Bill would allow residents greater say in planning process

Hogarth Maquette goes on sale
Opportunity to acquire a unique piece of Hogarth memorabilia

Strengthen Your Mind & Body
Traditional Style Seido Karate at the Arts Ed

Ann Keen Backs Amnesty Campaign
MP marks International Women's Day with plea on Domestic Violence

Strong Growth for Local Web Sites
2004 sees a big increase in traffic for West London's on-line media

Campaigners look to EU on night flights
HACAN urges lobbying of European Parliament to reduce aircraft noise

Budget Report reveals Ealing Borrowing Binge
Liabilities now equal £4,000 for every household in the borough

Heroic RNLI crews in high demand
Chiswick station rescues 138 people in one year

Chiswick permit holders to get refunds
Council say anyone overcharged for permit will receive cheque in post

Ealing Police warn residents: 'Don't be so revealing'
Mobile billboard to increase vehicle crime awareness

Missing 'Star' continues to elude capture
Substantial reward offered for lost Red Lord Parrot

Campaigners look to EU on night flights
HACAN urges lobbying of European Parliament to reduce aircraft noise

Hounslow Expand Key Worker Initiative
Extended scheme will enable more workers to own their own homes in the Borough

Electronic patient records will revolutionise local NHS
Integrated Patient Care System aims to assure greater efficiency

New grants could cover costs of CCTV and improved lighting
Gate-It Operation Launched To Tackle Alleyway Anti-Social Behaviour

A Star Is Born At The Green School
Local school presented with their own star

Will to Win triumph over Harrow
Chiswick Tennis Club Veterans win 14-2

Meads make it Academic
Old Meadonians 7 University College London Academical Old Boys 1

Will to Win on a roll
Chiswick Tennis Club Veterans Defeat Regents Park

First half Goal Blitz Seals it for Meads
Amateur Football Combination - Old Meadonians 4 Old Salvatorians 1

Thai Pianist Performs to High Standard
David Shavreen reviews the latest presentation of Blenheim Concerts

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