Looking back at news from Putney & Roehampton in 2012
January
Was SW15 A 'Red Light' Area In Roman Times?
A roman coin found by Putney Bridge and was probably used by soldiers in brothels!
Sir Edward Lister Made Honorary Freeman of The Borough
In recognition of 35 years serving Wandsworth Council
Research Boosts Green Bus Campaign
Strengthening case for more low emission buses on routes on Putney High Street
A Call To Extend The 22 Bus Route
Local residents get support of MP, Councillors & Assembly Member
February
Roehampton Flat Converted Into Cannabis Factory
Two arrested for 'cultivation of cannabis'
Snow Scenes From SW15
Send in your photos of the winter wonderland
Putney Hospital Sold!
One step closer to a new school & 24 flats in West Putney
March
Eight Year Old Boy Killed on Local Road
Following collision with 'black cab' on Robin Hood Way
Commuter Attacked At Putney Rail Station
Police want to speak to this man
12 Year Old Boy Molested On District Line
Police appeal for information
April
Mother Speaks Out About Council's 'Grim Mission' to Take Away Her Son
Routine visit to GP ended with former Wandsworth Councillor nearly losing her child
Doctor From Putney Jailed For Sexual Assault of Patients
Dr Asad was working in Kilmarnock in Scotland
Hollywood Actor Gives Support To Save Elliott School
'Selling half the school is not the only solution here and we must act now to preserve it'
Car Overturned On Putney Foreshore
The second car to end up in the river off Putney Embankment this year!
May
Barn Elms Edges Closer To Safety
Thames Water confirms it will not be the 1st choice spot for a 'super sewer' tunnelling compounds
Putney MP Shares Thoughts On Proposed Putney Primary School
Has voiced her concerns to the Borough Planner but confirms there is demand for a new school
Boost To Riverbus Services From Putney
As new operator KPMG Thames Clippers guarantees service for five more years
June
'Street Party' Staged Outside Clegg's House
UK Uncut campaigners in their hundreds invade Parkfields
Setting Up For The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant
Members share their images
Sunday - The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant
Despite the rain the crowds came and shared some images
Fifteen Storey Building Proposed For Putney Bridge Rd
Residents voice concerns about height and style
July
300th Hybrid Bus Joins London's Fleet
Local Assembly Member pushes Boris to send some to Putney High Street
Putney Society Blast College Closure
Shutting of South Thames' Roehampton campus 'disappointing'
Elliott Head 'Delighted' By Minister's Go Ahead
Decision by Schools Minister brings proposed plans for school closer
August
Here Come The Girls!
Women's Road Race through Putney
Men's Olympic London 2012 Road Race Through Putney
Out & back readers share their photos
Putney Student's Work Lights Up Olympics Closing Ceremony
Rebecca Board was part of Middlesex Uni team which had their creations showcased
September
Justine Vows To Continue Fighting 3rd Runway
HACAN & Boris outraged by her move in the cabinet reshuffle
Man Falls From Plane in Mortlake
Police appeal for information regarding his death
It's Not Squatting If It's An Industrial Building
According to newest 'residents' in East Putney & a new law
October
Lorry Kills Pensioner On Putney High Street
The elderly man was pronounced dead at the scene
Cannabis Factory Discovered In Roehampton
Tip from a member of the public led to discovery
Drug Dealing Son Costs Mother Her Flat
44 year old evicted after teenage son & lodger convicted of dealing in class A drugs
November
Builder Dies Following Collapse Of Scaffolding In East Putney
Two other builders were injured in the accident
'Apology of the Year' Award Goes To Famous Putney Resident
The Spectator magazine award to Nick Clegg
Serial Beggar By Nat West Arrested
Claims that he was homeless were untrue
December
Talk Talk To Sponsor Lollipop Sites
Council unveils sponsorship deal to cover 11 schools
46 Year Old Man Dies Following Assault
Murder investigation launched following the death of a man assaulted outside Duke's Head pub
Pressure Group Claims Victory As Council Changes Plans
FoPC calls on the Council to rethink its plans for Putney Hospital and listen to all residents
Putney Police Station Threatened With Closure
Police report leaked to The Evening Standard
Yuletide Boost For Local Charity
Royal Hospital for Neuro-disabiity receives cheque from Barclays Bank
January 4, 2013