What happened in Chiswick during January 2009


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Recipe For Success
We talk to award winning restaurateur Malcolm John

Fishworks Rescued From Administration
Chiswick branch 'not profitable' enough to be part of the deal

Chiswick Animal Activist Jailed For Blackmail
20 year old Gerrah Selby sentenced to four years for her role in campaign

Sunday Lunchtime At Frankie's
Typical Italian fare served alongside traditional British Roasts

Is Chiswick a Challenge Too Far For Gordon?
Ramsay denies putting The Devonshire on the market claiming an "administrative error"

Council Floats Plans For Chiswick New Pool
Including adding creche & cafe on ground floor with new gym above

Council Publications Are "A Threat to Democracy"
Local MPs urge councils to support local media not compete with it

Who Floats Your Gravy Boat?
Search is on for the best Sunday roast in Chiswick

It's A Bird Eat Bird World Out There
Blackbird got more than it bargained for in Chiswick garden

Police Caution Wayward Dog Walkers
After Chiswick House Ground's fencing is damaged beyond repair

Competition Gareth Gates Should Be Glad Not To Have Won
Chiswick singer makes two appearances in top ten worst ever cover versions

Michelin Warns Of Challenging Times For 2009
And urges customers to continue to support their local pub or restaurant

An Historical Question of Sport
Do you know anything about Chiswick Town Football Club?

Personal Best Opens In Grove Park Studios
Offering Pilates and fitness classes for all ages and abilities

League Leaders Chiswick Pushed To The End
Rugby Result: Datchworth 7 Chiswick 21

Cannabis Factory Found On Fauconberg Road
Police arrest local man and seize plants and propagation equipment

Why Help Others Make A Million When I have Ability To Do It Myself?
Saira Khan on how Sir Alan inspired her range of baby skincare products

Heathrow Third Runway Approved
Campaigners pledge to fight on despite decision

Dishes Dreams Are Made Of
Al Basha comes close to evoking happy Middle Eastern memories

Local Reaction To Third Runway Decision
Campaigners vow to continue to fight expansion and environmental destruction

Road Closures Due To Thames Water Works
Diversions in place at Sutton Court Road, Chiswick High Road and Goldhawk Road

Fancy a new look for 2009?
50% off Make-up MOTs and 2 for 1 make-up lessons at themakeupshop

Planning Refused For Telecoms Mast On Public Footpath
As it would be "visually intrusive to site and surrounding area"

Who Said Crime Didn't Pay?
Personal effects of notorious Kray twins go under the hammer in Chiswick

A Safer A4 for Cyclists and Pedestrians
Campaigners start petition following the death of Michael Fletcher

Chiswick Safer Neighbourhoods Teams Back Online
Opportunity for residents to ask questions and voice their concerns

Suspect Sought For Prebend Gardens Burglary
Black male wearing a smart leather jacket and cap

The Case Against Heathrow Expansion
According to Friends of The Earth's Nic Ferriday

Safer Neighbourhoods Team Hold Street Briefing
Opportunity for residents to meet their local officers in an informal setting

Lights Out On The Avenue
Residents kept in the dark over repairs to street lighting

Southfield Sees Significant Rise in Residential Burglaries
Main method of entry has been through front sash windows

Green Campaigners Buy Piece of Heathrow
Emma Thompson, Alistair McGowan and Zac Goldsmith amongst names on land deeds

Tree Planting Plans Take Root
After Council begins search for streets that need a bit of green

Chiswick's RNLI Crew Do It On Foot
22 mile challenge in full survival kit will merit every penny of sponsorship!

Supermarkets Sweep Aside Christmas Credit Crunch Blues
With reports of record trading over the festive period

HMV Tips Local Band As One To Watch
White Lies makes top ten unknowns set to make it big in 2009

Faulty Finances Puts Foxtons' Future in Doubt
Investment Company "regretting" purchase of Chiswick estate agency

Spicing Up A Singleton Christmas
Indian Zing proved a perfect spot for an alternative Christmas lunch

Oyster Cards On All Trains Unless It's A South West Train
Chiswick mainline declines to be part of capital's integrated transport system

Who Floats Your Gravy Boat?
Search is on for the best Sunday roast in Chiswick

McLaren Boss Taken To Tribunal
Former employee 'threatened with arrest' in his Chiswick home

Frozen Fishworks
Trading halted for shares in Chiswick restaurant chain

Fuller's Become Last Brewer Standing
After closure of historic Stag Brewery is announced

Christmas tree recycling
Free Christmas tree collections from your home with no need to book!

A Westfield Effect On Chiswick property?
Shopping centre drawing attention of buyers and investors

More Officers to Ensure Safer Stations
Mayor announces additional personnel to police local trains and stations

2M Launch Local Rail Hub Plan For Heathrow
Claim international hub undermines alternatives to short haul flights

Ealing Residents Face Huge Cuts in Health Budget
Government takes money to give to failing trusts

Local Accountants Reduce Client Fees
A new year's helping hand from Chiswick based Bryan & Ridge

Chiswick RNLI Lifeboat Crew Do it On Foot
Working off seasonal indulgences with a 22 mile walk for charity

Public Meeting to Discuss Future of Thames Towpath Trees
And PLA's plans for their sustainable long-term management

Chiswick residents recognised in New Year's Honours list
Including Olympic medallist Pete Reed and La Trompette's Nigel Platts-Martin

Chiswick Teen Dies After Falling Onto Live Rail Track
Police are treating Sam Griffiths' tragic death as an accident

Another Chiswick Institution Bites The Dust
Geetanjali's landlord decides not to renew lease

Thieves Target Chiswick Mainline Commuters
Transport Police currently investigating series of robberies

Comings and Goings of 2008
The changing face of Chiswick in the past twelve months

Ant & Dec 'Stunned' At Axing Of US Gameshow
Poor ratings scupper duo's foray into world of American entertainment

That Was The Year That Was...
Top ChiswickW4.com stories of 2008

Chiswick Council House With Priceless Objets d'art
V&A museam curator John Nevin liked to take his work home with him

Searching for the Perfect Mate?
Chiswick based Searchmate has its own singles solution

Pensioners Alone At Christmas
Community comes together to give senior citizens a day to remember

It's Not That They're The Wrong Kind of Leaves
It's just that there's still so many of them in January!

Where to do Yoga in Chiswick
Give your feedback on local classes

A Westfield Effect On Chiswick property?
Shopping centre drawing attention of buyers and investors

Charitable Donations Mark New North / Side Divide
Cheesy Greek for Edinburgh's Oxfam whilst Chiswick gets Gwyneth's loafers

Rubbish, Recycling and Garden Waste
Collection Dates for Christmas 2008 and New Year 2009 - Hounslow Borough

Wheelchairs On Ice!
Parents in Touch enjoy party of the year thanks to Help a London Child

New Year's Resolution Rewarded With Divine Chocolate
Katherine Pears wins St Michael & All Angels' 'Green Christmas' competition

 

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