Local News for 2 October 2008

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Death At Harrow and Wealdstone Station Oct 02 2008

A person was killed by a Virgin train passing through Harrow and Wealdstone station this afternoon (Thursday).Read

Becoming British in the shadow of Wembley Stadium's arch Oct 02 2008

The UK's first outdoor citizenship ceremony took place in the shadow of Wembley Stadium.Read

Bowls driven out as green fees shoot up Oct 02 2008

Rising green fees are a threat to the future of bowls in Harrow, according to one club's president.Read

Breakfast networkers celebrate first decade Oct 02 2008

When most people are still waking up in the morning a group of Harrow entrepreneurs are already getting down to their first business meeting of the day.Read

Coffee morning all across the UK Oct 02 2008

Fundraisers in Harrow joined hundreds of others across the morning in enjoying a cup of coffee for charity.Read

Community centre to be discussed tonight Oct 02 2008

More than 200 supporters of a plan to replace a North Harrow community centre are expected to attend a crucial council meeting this evening (Thursday).Read

Council support for children in fight against obesity Oct 02 2008

Young children and their families are being encouraged to improve both their fitness and emotional wellbeing by Brent Council.Read

Counterfeit trader must pay £2,000 Oct 02 2008

A shopkeeper who sold a hoard of illegal lighters, condoms and DVDs has been fined more than £2,000.Read

Court action finally puts an end to a hedgy situation Oct 02 2008

A nuisance neighbour has been forced to trim a hedge that he grew to the height of double-decker bus, blocking out light in an adjoining garden.Read

Tube lout who threw drink on rail worker in ticket row fined Oct 02 2008

An abusive commuter who poured drink over a Tube worker has escaped prison.Read

Crime is down - but fear of crime is still so high Oct 02 2008

Gun crime has been slashed by more than half and knife-related incidents are falling, according to Brent's top police officer.Read

Ending the Raw Lasan nasal war Oct 02 2008

A restaurant owner is appealing to neighbours to stop making false complaints about the smell of his business.Read

Fears for future developments as credit crunch bites Oct 02 2008

Scrapping the planned replacement for Harrow Leisure Centre should prompt a re-think of future development in the borough, a Labour councillor has said.Read

Flood of anger as drains fail to cope with rains Oct 02 2008

Thames Water is facing growing criticism over a recent spate of floods that have caused chaos in the borough.Read

Footballing dream comes true for Joshua Oct 02 2008

A promosing footballer from Harrow is hoping to break on to the international scene after a charity handed him a specifically designed wheelchair worth £4,000.Read

Help start a club for our teens Oct 02 2008

Parents and residents in Pinner are desperately trying to get equipment for a youth club which is aiming to help steer teens away from drugs.Read

Heroes' memorial is restored Oct 02 2008

A memorial that commemorates Willesden factory workers who gave their lives during the Second World War is being restored.Read

Huge support for St Luke's Hospice to win award Oct 02 2008

An overwhelming number of readers have written in nominating the charity St Luke's Hospice for the Harrow Observer's Let's Do It Award, run in conjunction with Barclays Bank.Read

Imprisoned again just over a year after getting out of jail Oct 02 2008

A convicted drug dealer who was recently released from prison has been thrown back in jail for money laundering and fraud.Read

Jailed for assaulting a police officer Oct 02 2008

A 31-year-old man has been jailed for three months for assaulting a police officer and carrying a weapon.Read

Looking for a miracle on Pinner High Street Oct 02 2008

Shopkeepers in Pinner are hoping miracles do happen at Christmas to save this year's yuletide festivities.Read

Mountain of a marathon Oct 02 2008

A determined Brent Council officer trekked 26 miles up and down three peaks of Yorkshire to raise money for charity.Read

Murder charge in women stabbing Oct 02 2008

A Wembley man has been charged with murdering a young receptionist at a college in east London.Read

Nearly 6,000 books go missing from libraries in 18 months Oct 02 2008

Thousands of pounds' worth of books have gone missing from Harrow libraries in the past 18 months, many of which will need replacing.Read

PCT rated fourth worst in country Oct 02 2008

The Healthcare Commission has slammed Harrow Primary Care Trust's urgent and emergency care, rating it as one of the worst performing in the UK.Read

Show harvests good number of entries despite weather Oct 02 2008

Running since the 1940s, the Hatch End Horticultural Society held its annual autumn show at the Scout and Guide Headquarters, in Grimsdyke Road, Hatch End.Read

Sports fans are on the ball Oct 02 2008

Sports mad youngsters from Harrow seized the chance to try out different games at Wembley Arena on Sunday.Read

Where to go to escape bullying Oct 02 2008

A special school for youngsters forced out of mainstream education by bullying officially opens in Harrow today (Thursday).Read

50 youngsters go forward to compete in talent show final Oct 02 2008

The search was on for young and talented performers as the first ever Brent's Got Talent auditions began.Read

Appeal to save West House stalls Oct 02 2008

An appeal to restore a historic Pinner building will fail unless more cash is raised to complete the inside.Read

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