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Teacher at Hammersmith School Convicted of Child Abuse
Ben Breakwell found guilty of 32 sexual offences against young girls

Man Dies After Fall from Building Site in Hammersmith
Police had been searching for suspect after assaults in bar on The Broadway

More Investment for London's Violence Reduction Unit
ÂŁ5 million extra for support and specialist training for youth workers

First Two Days of Tube Strike Called Off
RMT says action planned for end of the month remains on

Council Makes Pledge on Tackling Anti-social Behaviour
Promises to work with residents suffering from disruption

More Details Emerge of Upgraded King Street Cycleway
Council says new design will be bi-directional as in permanent scheme

Toll Could Be Only Option for Hammersmith Bridge
Committee hears that ÂŁ3 charge needed unless more financial support received

20 Metre High Geyser Seen Next To Hammersmith Bridge
Heavy rains believed to have lead to increased pressure in nearby sewage pipes

Congestion Charge Rise To ÂŁ15 To Be Made Permanent
Increase required as condition of government funding to TfL

Bike Club Founder Named in Cycling UK's 100 Women in Cycling
Alexandra Rico-Lloyd started UKâs first kids bike subscription service

Local Samaritans Volunteers Serenaded at Summer Party
50-gigs-in-50-days singer-songwriter plays for them in Gunnersbury Park

Mayor To Hold Cross Party Violent Crime Summit
This year set to be the worst ever for teenage homicides

Mayor Urges Government To Act Over 'Pingdemic'
Concerned about impact on transport and emergency services as well as businesses

Huge Relief at Hammersmith Bridge Reopening
One man's commute, that was taking up to two hours, now 10 minutes

Covid-19 Admissions on the Rise in Local Hospitals
Number on mechanical ventilation remains low for each site

Hammersmith 'Uniquely Vulnerable' To Covid Resurgence
Low vaccine rates raise fears for consequences of lockdown easing

Wave of Tributes for Veteran Labour Councillor
Colin Aherne's death triggers by election in White City and Wormholt ward

Free Bulky Waste Collections Offered After Flooding
Service available in roads worst hit by Monday's heavy rainfall

Surprise Announcement on Hammersmith Bridge Reopening
Access to pedestrians and cyclists to be restored this weekend

Four Day Tube Strike Planned for August
RMT in dispute over abolition of Night Tube driver grade

Hammersmith Bridge Ferry May Be Delayed Further
Standard reports significant objections from residents and rowing clubs

Local School Kids Set Up Shop on Fulham Broadway
Made chutneys and jams from fruit and veg picked on a farm visit

Planned Review of London Bus Services Postponed
Exercise would have likely resulted in further cuts to schedules

Festival of Football For Local Primary School Girls
Children delight to be back playing sport after frustrations of lockdown

Turn Your Road into a Playground
Council encouraging residents to apply for Play Streets

Met's Marine Policing Unit Says Stay Out of the River
Reminder of danger of entering Thames issued ahead of summer holidays

Heathrow Boss Calls for Relaxation of Restrictions
Says self-isolation should not be required on return from US and EU

Amazing Work of Angela Mooney Recognised
MBE for manager of the Rivercourt Project Short Break service

Counter Terror Chief Warns Against Complacency
Sixteen years on from 7 July attacks 'substantial' number of investigations ongoing

TfL Back Tracks on Covid Absence Crackdown
Management proposed staff turn off test and trace app at work

Sacred Heart Girls Win Apps For Good Award
Students created app to aid those with dyslexia

Banned Farmer's Market Organiser Takes Council To Court
Man behind Ravenscourt Park and Bishop's Park markets sues the borough

100 Free Bikes To Be Given Out in the Borough
Pedal Back Cycles teams up with local charity to present to those in need

Number 7 To Be Country's First Hydrogen Double Decker
Local route to be served by zero-emission vehicles

Call Goes Out For Steward Volunteers in Hammersmith
Support needed for vaccination site at Novotel

Whole of London Underground To Get Mobile Coverage
Connectivity promised in every station and tunnel

Cash Payment Returning On Travel Network
TfL backtracks on plans to make ticket machines totally cashless

Hammersmith Almshouses Hold Open Week
Affordable new homes are available to older people in the borough

Local Donations Pay for 'Life-changing' Minibus for Age UK
Lillian Urban became face of campaign to raise funds for new vehicle

Hammersmith Academy Named Sustainable School of the Year
Wins award for its gardening programme which encourages biodiversity

Maystar Estate Residents Fear Big Renovation Bills
Council wants to charge leaseholders in West Ken over ÂŁ30,000

Big Changes Proposed for Hammersmith and Fulham & Chelsea Seats
Boundary commission suggesting radical redrawing of local political map

Government Offers To Pay for Third of Hammersmith Bridge Repair
Support provided as part of funding package for TfL

Hammersmith Police Officer Harassed Jogger
Receives final warning after being found guilty of gross misconduct

Objectors Fail To Block Hammersmith Strip Club Licence
Committee unanimously backs Secretâs renewal application

Local Drug Gang Planned to Pose as NHS Workers
Mother and son duo laundered cash for one of London's largest coke dealers

Photo Sought of Fallen Soldier from Hammersmith
Group wants to commemorate Alfred Churchlow who is buried in a Dutch cemetery

Shepherd's Bush Road Homeless Hostel Given Consent
Opposition from some residents fails to block St. Mungo's plan

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The Italian Plumber: âNow that you've finished thatâŚâ Part 1

Open Day Being Held at London Corinthian Sailing Club

A chance to find out what it is like to sail on the Thames

Emery Walker and the Private Press Movement

First exhibition at Emery Walker's House opens this August

Riverside Artists Group Holding Annual Exhibition

33 artists present work on theme of 'I Dreamt I Woke Up'

Artists At Home Open Studios To Return

Public will be invited to view works of 88 artists this September

Forthcoming Roadworks in Hammersmith

Delays in store on due to local road and lane closures

Transport Disruption Ahead in Hammersmith

Engineering work affecting tube and rail services this weekend

Hammersmith BID's Summer Festival Returns

A whole host of free activities plus sport and film on the big screen

Lyric To Stage The Beauty Queen of Leenane

Major revival of award-winning play coming this autumn

125 Years of the Kelmscott Chaucer To Be Marked

Described as the crowning glory of William Morris's book printing venture

District and Circle Line Closures for Nine Days in August

Track replacement work taking place on parts of both lines

Lyric Hammersmith To Reopen With a Triple Bill

Three new plays to be staged to live audiences in the summer

Change of Location for Brook Green Market

Moving to St. Mary's School on Masbro Road with further expansion planned

Irish Cultural Centre Launches Free Hotline

Even technophobes can now access weekly lunchtime performances

Riverside Artists Group To Post Daily Postcards

Messages From Somewhere will showcase work of its members

This Year's Ride London Event Cancelled

Festival of cycling was due to take place in May

Tree Trail Launched in Ravenscourt Park

Friends group select 25 trees of particular interest for you to view

New Live Music Venue To Open at Olympia London

4.400 capacity will be biggest in West London larger than Hammersmith Apollo

Auction Raises ÂŁ6,870 for The Upper Room

Enthusiastic bidding at event organised on behalf of Artists at Home

Borough Leisure Centres Set For Phased Reopening

All visits must be pre-booked with walk-ins not allowed

Riverside Studios Launches Virtual Riverside

Programme of free online films and community events during lockdown

Have You Explored H&F Libraries' Online Resources?

Discover e-books, audio books, courses, learning for kids and much more

Leisure

Go Green This Summer At The London Transport Museum Depot, Acton Town

Imagine a greener future for the Capital with family activities this August

Movie Making Summer Camps

Young movie makers work together to produce their own epic, unique movie production from scratch over five days

Men: Are You Overweight And Trying For A Child?

Why not take part in a FREE weight loss programme?

New Independent Pizza Restaurant Opening on King Street

Pop-up success prompted jazz musician to set up in Ravenscourt Park

Damning Food Hygiene Report for North End Road Takeaway

Inspectors described condition of East Ocean's equipment as 'disgusting'

New Operator for Lyric Hammersmith Cafe

Outsider Tart will be opening outdoor space when lockdown regulations allow

Property

Hammersmith Property Prices Rock Solid in Challenging Year

Covid-19, Brexit, cladding issues and a collapsing economy have little effect

Family Houses in Hammersmith Snapped Up During Pandemic

Buyers still willing to pay high prices despite uncertainty

Is a Premium Still Justified for Hammersmith's Great Transport Links?

Agents concerned that 'new normal' might not suit local property

Huge Kings Mall Car Park Redevelopment Moves a Step Closer

Scheme including 17 storey tower to be completed by end of next year

ÂŁ89 Million King Street Regeneration Budget Approved

Council plans to borrow to fund part of town hall redevelopment

Community

Lockdown 'Devastating Blow' For Hammersmith Big Issue Seller

Dave Martin heart-broken he was unable to wish customers Happy Christmas

'Inspiring' Hammersmith Supermarket Worker With Downâs Syndrome Hailed

Emma Sarre has worked at the local Tesco for over seven years

Hammersmith Post Office Set To Close

Branch inside WHSmith to shut due to Kings Mall redevelopment

Hammersmith & Fulham Teacher Exodus To Be Investigated

Workload, pay and housing thought to be factors in departures

What Happens To Asylum Seekers in Hammersmith & Fulham

Home Office reported to be housing them in five hotels in the borough

90 Years Since Chick 'Cocky' Knight's Hammersmith Bridge Heroics

Second time that local wrestler had rescued someone from drowning

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