Local News for 25 November 2009

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Nower Hill School's time capsule is unearthed Nov 25 2009

A 30-YEAR-OLD forgotten time capsule has been discovered by chance in a cubbyhole under the stage of Nower Hill High School.Read

Where should new homes go? Nov 25 2009

SHOULD more than 2,500 homes be built in Harrow and Wealdstone so that leafy suburbs, such as the Hill, can be protected from the growing pressures for housing land?Read

Barmaid's fundraiser for niece Nov 25 2009

A BARMAID has organised a fundraising day at the Eastcote Arms in aid of her niece's seriously ill daughter.Read

Celebration of true community spirit Nov 25 2009

MEMBERS of the Jewish community from across Harrow donated blood, collected food for the homeless and visited residential homes as they played their part in a global good deed day.Read

Cigarette butts could recycled into winter fuel Nov 25 2009

DISCARDED cigarette butts collected from Harrow's streets could be recycled to make insulation.Read

Dreams come true for three young artists Nov 25 2009

CHILDREN were given the chance to showcase their artistic flare and aspirations in a visual art competition at Harrow Arts Centre.Read

Film puts spotlight on role of 'hidden' young carers Nov 25 2009

A MINI documentary has been launched showing a behind-closed-doors role reversal: when courageous teenagers become the 'parents' to care for their dependant sick or disabled mothers and fathers.Read

Frustration as fight for benefit ends in stalemate Nov 25 2009

A HARROW man left partially paralysed after being struck by a train three decades ago has endured a two-year fight for disability benefit he believes he deserves.Read

Gladiator rebel steps in for Christmas switch on Nov 25 2009

FORMER Gladiator Rebel saved the day when she stepped in for injured Strictly Come Dancing star Jade Johnson and switched on the Christmas lights in front of a huge crowd at Wembley Central Square on Friday last week.Read

Darren gets hairdressing 'oscar' from Dermot O'Leary Nov 25 2009

A PINNER hairdresser beat off a host of talented competition to win the Avant Garde title at the 25th British Hairdressing Awards on Monday night.Read

Kenton man is there when disaster strikes Nov 25 2009

HELPING save hundreds of thousands of lives in the aftermath of global disasters is literally all in a day's work for senior civil servant - and Kenton resident - Moazzam Malik.Read

Our christmas toy appeal is a cracker, says mayor Nov 25 2009

HARROW'S mayor has got behind the Observer's Christmas Toy Appeal and has encouraged residents to do their bit for the campaign.Read

Sponsor a tree light in memory of lost loved ones Nov 25 2009

A remembrance ceremony where people can sponsor a tree light and pay their respects to lost loved ones is to take place.Read

Pupils rope in Santa to do a good turn Nov 25 2009

STUDENTS from a school in Wealdstone have pledged to take part in a charity run in memory of a parent who died from cancer.Read

Shop sold tobacco to 13-year-old girl Nov 25 2009

A SUPERMARKET in Harrow was taken to court last week after an employee sold cigarettes to a 13-year-old - even after she told staff her age.Read

Put out your fags and candles to stay alive Nov 25 2009

HARROW fire service is urging residents in the borough to be wary of fire risks this winter as temperatures drop and hazards increase.Read

Students show their artistic side in photo contest Nov 25 2009

A HARROW school celebrated the opening of its art gallery with a photography competition for its students and those at two partner schools.Read

Man demands action over tree that could topple Nov 25 2009

A HUSBAND has had to take time out from looking after his bedridden wife to try to find out why Harrow Council failed to chop down a tree on time.Read

Trader must pay £3k for flouting smoking ban Nov 25 2009

AN INTERNET café owner has become the first person in Harrow to face prosecution for allowing smoking in his premises.Read

At last, willesden's forgotten victims are remembered Nov 25 2009

THE civilian dead of wartime Willesden, some who had been left forgotten in unmarked graves, have at last been given their own memorial.Read

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