What happened in Chiswick during April 2006
All these
items appeared in our weekly newsletters during this month - sign
up to receive it
It's free and we don't give your details to third parties.
You can unsubscribe at any time if you want.
We are always
grateful to receive articles about local matters.
Don't hesitate to send
contributions to editor@chiswickw4.com
Riverside Club destroyed in fire
Scene of total devastation at luxury health club
Sam's frees Toby Young from horrible misconception
Journalist's enlightenment on why Chiswick's comes top every time
Soho House owner christens new Chiswick club
High Road House on track to open in June
Texas Lone Star turns black and blue
Steak house chain to take over on the terrace
Chiswick man gets six years for owning machine gun
Arrest was part of Police anti firearm initiative
Acton Lane crack house closed down
Information from residents helps put an end to local crime spree
Victim's mother hits out at Home Secretary
Chiswick youth should have been deported prior to Mary-Ann's murder
At least 23 years in jail for Chiswick youth
Indrit Krasniqi cries then laughs when sentence is given
Passer-by traps suspected thief inside car
Brave witness prevents car from being ransacked
Cyclist killed after white van runs amok
Driver arrested after causing chaos on the A4
Families protest at 'unfair' eviction
As council comes to the aid of exiled nursery children
'Works of art' cause major bomb alert
Police name artist arrested for causing a public nuisance
Teenage thieves target Thames towpath
Boys on bikes threaten youths out for a riverside ride
Man attacked with meat cleaver in Wendell Park
Police make arrest following savage assault
Economy class scheme puts local children at risk
£80m shortfall uncovered in BAA's school insulation programme
Display car alleged to have fuelled Riverside fire
Mini parked in club's atrium could jeopardise insurance claim
Local youths found guilty of Chiswick man's murder
Michael Campbell stabbed to death in revenge attack
Cracknell's gold found under a bush
Canine's discovery reunites Olympic hero with his medals
Good Samaritan assaulted with crutches
Dispute on 267 bus leaves victim in hospital
Looking for a reason to smile?
dentist@Chiswick offers a fresh approach to cosmetic dentistry
Hounslow Homes wins 'Oscar' for care
But residents set up web site alleging 'mismanagement'
Reported sightings of dolphin near Chiswick
After a whale and a seal more marine life appears on Thames
Thames Water' Inefficient, greedy or both?'
Local resident Matt King puts forward his case as hosepipe ban hits
Effective campaigning or just plane stupid?
Protestors celebrate Heathrow's 60th with BAA blockade
Suspects steal keys to gain entry
House burgled after door keys swiped through letterbox
Police appeal for witnesses to fatal accident
Motorcyclist dies after falling from bike on A4
Choice of pay back or prison for local benefits fraudster
Court sends a clear message to false claimants
Latest Sales in the Chiswick Property Market
Strong activity at the top-end following record January
David Cameron meets first time buyers in Chiswick
Joins TV presenter Kirsty Allsopp in High Road Cafi
Securior van raided on Chiswick High Road
Thieves make off with container full of cash
Houseboat residents face hefty rent hike
Port of London Authority seeks to substantially raise fees
The Pilot proves perfect for parent's night out
Local gastro pub lives up to its reputation
No smoke at Carluccio's
Chiswick's latest Italian cafi will be smoke free
Teenager robbed aboard E3 bus
Suspect stole valuable mobile but let victim keep sim card
End of the cappuccino chain?
Landmark planning decision marks the caffeine conglomerate's card
Lords call for legal protection against aircraft noise
Homes & community buildings should be enshrined say Peers
Strikes call a halt to local services
Industrial action by public sector workers over pensions
Some news from April 1st - Foxtons to do Council Tax Revaluations
Agent selected by Hounslow to calculate new bands
Call for council to recycle business waste
Local companies seek better recycling facilities
Chiswick care home praised
Social care inspectors find local home gives good quality support
No teddies for local children
Day nursery withdraws promised places
Callous thief leaves arthritic victim in hospital
Police seek youth on bike who stole invalid's handbag
Did new parking charges prove a rise too far?
Police seek witnesses to parking meter theft
Cafe culture at Chiswick House
Trustees seek local input into the ground's culinary future
Community Constable of the Year Award 2006
Residents asked to nominate their favourite local bobby
Guardian angels operating from Chiswick
Aupair agency the only one of its kind
Council staff sign their way to better communication
Transport personnel learn Makaton to enhance interaction with clients
Man attacked with meat cleaver in Wendell Park
Police make arrest following savage assault
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=services&spage=common/concrime252.htm
Council official moves thousands out of Chiswick
Bedford Park actually in South Acton says Highways man
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=property&spage=common/eprop13.htm
A real gem on the High Road
Annapurna serves up a first-rate ruby
http://www.chiswickw4.com/leisure/revannapurna.htm
Unhappy times at Ravenscourt Park nursery
Privatisation of hospital suspected as 100 children are evicted
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=services&spage=common/conhappytimes02.htm
Church doors smashed with shopping trolley
Christ Church suffers four attacks in three weeks
http://www.chiswickw4.com/info/concrime222.htm
Brass necked burglar preys on elderly woman
Female suspect sought for Saturday morning break-in
http://www.chiswickw4.com/info/concrime223.htm
Hounslow Council get Bus Lane Award
Panel praises 'huge improvement' in borough's transport
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/conroad32.htm
How can I get a realistic valuation of my property?
One local agent offers some insights to potential vendors
Local MEP keeps up the pressure on Thames Water
Says company must mend its ways as well as its pipes
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/eafloods12.htm
Police officer arrested on corruption charges
Two people remain in custody following dawn detention
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/concrime249.htm
+ St Michael & All Angels - halls for hire +
Special rates for Summer 2006. Summer courses, children's parties etc.
http://www.chiswickw4.com/stmichaels/stm8a.htm
Police are looking to recruit special constables
Have you got what it takes to make your neighbourhood a safer place?
Local pupils practice paperclip physics
Latymer students make grand final of science competition
Old Meads bring home second trophy of the season
Football Result - Southgate County Old Boys 2 Old Meadonians 3
Old Mead's one step closer to reviving league campaign
Football result - Old Bealonians 0 Old Meadonians 4
Old Meadonians conquer feisty Albanians
Football Result - Albanians 1 Old Meadonians 5
http://www.chiswickw4.com/leisure/spoldmeads81.htm
Chiswick win Hendon tournament
Local rugby team triumph in seven-a-side competition
http://www.chiswickw4.com/leisure/sprugby32.htm
Chiswick end on a high
Rugby result - Chiswick 30 Old Merchant Taylor's 20
http://www.chiswickw4.com/leisure/sprugby31.htm
Old Mead's on top form with cup final win
Football result - Old Meadonians 5 Broomfield 0
http://www.chiswickw4.com/leisure/spoldmeads77.htm
Chiswick surge on
Rugby Result: Lockside 8 Chiswick 22
http://www.chiswickw4.com/leisure/sprugby29.htm
**** Local Election - May 4th 2006 ****
Your definitive guide to voting in the Chiswick area
Who is standing, election news and party manifestos
http://www.chiswickw4.com/community/council06.htm
No overall control in Hounslow and Ealing says report
Study by educational bulletin says Labour will lose in both
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/polvote06w4b.htm
Hounslow Borough Election Analysis
Ward by ward run down suggests election could be close
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/polvote06tw8b.htm
Allegations of wide-spread vote-rigging ahead of local elections
Hounslow amongst boroughs currently under investigation
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/polvote06fraud.htm
Borough Elections - 4th May 2006
A list of all the candidates standing in the Chiswick area
http://www.chiswickw4.com/community/lgwards06.htm
Labour predicted to win in local boroughs
Report says party will hold Ealing and Hounslow
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/polvote06w4a.htm
Tories reaffirm anti-tram stance
Scheme not economically viable and unfair on disabled
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/conwlts49.htm
Labour launches manifesto for local elections
Council leader, Colin Ellar unveils his party's pledges
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/concouncil74.htm
Conservatives launch local election manifesto
Tories pledge to focus on crime and grime in Ealing Borough
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=community&spage=common/polvote06w5a.htm
Ealing Lib Dems unite to launch local manifesto
Party pledges a safer and environmentally friendlier borough
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/concouncil75.htm
Lib Dems Pledge a Fair and Green Hounslow
Seven promises constitute local election manifesto
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/polvote06w4alibdem.htm
Further calls for Hounslow Mayor to resign
Darshan Grewal refuses to step down over lap dancing debacle
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/concouncil80.htm
Save Ealing's Streets canvass local party views
Labour, Lib Dems and Tories outline party's stance on the tram
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/conwlts48.htm
Green Party launches local election campaign
Eight candidates to stand in wards across Hounslow
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/polvote06w4agreen.htm
Is your seat a marginal?
Ward by ward analysis of voting in Ealing Borough
Simon Hughes continues 'No Tram' campaign
MP's walkabout bolsters his party's anti-tram protest
http://www.chiswickw4.com/default.asp?section=info&spage=common/conwlts47.htm
Sign
up for our free weekly newsletter
Something missing?
If you feel there is a aspect of local life that we haven't given sufficient coverage to, let us know. Most of the articles listed above were not written by us but contributed by local people.