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Cygnet Present: Merrily We Roll Along

Cygnet players are very excited to be performing 'Merrily We Roll Along' a hit musical Book by George Furth and lyrics and music by Stephen Sondheim.Franklin Shepard is a rich, famous, and influential songwriter and film producer. As the years roll back over 20 years of his life, we see his journey from penniless composer to wealthy producer, and what he sacrificed to get there. With a brilliant score and the deep insight expected from any Sondheim endeavour, Merrily We Roll Along is a spirited and moving cautionary tale for anyone who has ever pursued a dream.Don't miss out – get your tickets now!To book online (card payments only), follow the link ... https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/cygnetplayers Alternatively, call our box office on 07941 448 689 or email cygnetsboxoffice@gmail.com (cash or cheque payments only).There are a limited number of discounted tickets for Tuesday evening and Saturday afternoon, using discount code SPUTNIK.Dates: Tuesday 4th to Saturday 8th September 2018Time: 7.45pm, with a 2.30pm Saturday matineePlace: Putney Arts Theatre, Ravenna Road, Putney, SW15 6AWPrice: £18 (£15 concessions)

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Copyright Infringement.

Does anyone by any chance have a copy of the 1989 True Detective Winter Special? I am particularly interested in the content on page 35. Master Detective, part of the True Detective Group refuse to send me a scan of what is published on page 35 but they have forwarded me a scan of the front and inside page stating that a story on page 35 deals with former Hammersmith, Fulham and Putney child killer Harold Jones. They won't send me the scan because they have stolen photographs that I own copyright of and they have used them in the August 2018 edition of Master Detective. They have scanned about 12 of my photos directly from my book Every Mother's Nightmare - Abertillery in Mourning to use in the August edition. They state in an email to me that I should be grateful that they recommend my book.

Neil Milkins ● 2086d0 Comments ● 2086d

Freddie Mills Documentary.

If Freddie Mills was not the killer of 8 women in London between 1959 and 1965 then who was? Will anything be given away tonight on B.B.C.4 at 9.00pm.Murder in Soho: Who Killed Freddie Mills?A look at the life and untimely death of a British boxing hero, set in 1960s Soho.

Neil Milkins ● 2094d0 Comments ● 2094d

Freddie Mills Documentary.

If Freddie Mills was not the killer of 8 women in London between 1959 and 1965 then who was? Will anything be given away tonight on B.B.C.4 at 9.00pm.Murder in Soho: Who Killed Freddie Mills?A look at the life and untimely death of a British boxing hero, set in 1960s Soho.

Neil Milkins ● 2094d0 Comments ● 2094d

Green Flag Award for Bishops Park

Press Release29th July 2018Hammersmith & Fulham’s premiers park Bishops Park in Fulham has been awarded Green Flag status. Cllr Amanda Lloyd-Harris the chair of the Friends of Bishops Park said “this was a fabulous result for all of those residents, park users and park workers who had made this possible”. The Green Flag Award® scheme recognizes and rewards well managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard for the management of recreational outdoor spaces across the United Kingdom and around the world.There are numerous benefits to being an award winner includes increased tourism, regeneration of the park and engaging with the local community. Bishops Park is a well-loved and highly popular park with various activities including, tennis, bowls, skateboarding, children’s play area and water features beside the open space to relax in its tranquil setting beside the River Thames.Cllr Lloyd-Harris was quoted as saying “the award is most welcome but we still have much work to do”.

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Freddie Mills Documentary.

PLEASE SHARE. I have been in contact for about 10 years with 2 daughters and a son of former world light-heavyweight boxer Freddie Mills. I know a documentary regarding their father being falsely accused of being "Jack the Stripper" The Hammersmith Nudes' Killer was being made. It is now finished and Freddie's daughter Amanda Mills sent the following message to me today.Hi Neil. Yes. We are all well thank you. It's been confirmed for Wed. Aug 1st .BBC4 9pm Murder in Soho. Who killed Freddie MillsTrailer is running now....BBC4 Best wishes Amanda

Neil Milkins ● 2102d0 Comments ● 2102d

After over 5,000 wet wipes found forming 'reef' on Hammersmith's foreshore

I know exactly where these wet wipes were.There needs to be an industry-wide Govenment enquiry to find out which "paper" products can be reformulated to be made of 100% paper and 0% plastic.  And then legislation to enforce the findings.

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2113d0 Comments ● 2113d

Kew the Music - Boyzone Ticket for sale

We've bought 3 reserved enclosure tickets for the event next Saturday and one of us can't go. Going for £70 face value. You can email me @ roy.reeswilliams@btinternet.com for more details."Don't love me for fun, girlLet me be the one, girlLove me for a reasonLet the reason be...."R.

R Rees Williams ● 2118d0 Comments ● 2118d

No Fulham game  shown at  King Street market...shame

Fulham waited 43 years to play again at Wembley but  how  sad was  it  to note that this  historic  game was not shown in the Square  next  to  the Lyric on  the 26 May although  of course the  game  was wonderful  with a  fantastic  result. Fulham  fans of course are IMHO incredibly polite and a great tribute to Fulham.Yes  you  could find the  game somewhere in a nearby pub  but many down King  Street didn't show it and those pubs lay empty.Such  is  life but well done Fulham.

Tony Antares ● 2137d1 Comments ● 2136d

Business Improvement District Ballot

Hi thereCan anyone tell me if the ballot is still going ahead?  The facebook page and twitter have not had anything in ages.I think it is important that every business in the area knows they could be liable to pay a levy for the next 5 years if this goes through.

Karen McRostie ● 2144d0 Comments ● 2144d

Bunny Park Dog Show Today

12noon till 4pm at the Churchfields Recreation Grounds, Hanwell, W7 3BP. Bring your pooch along for a fantastic day of fun. Food and refreshments available. www.thebunnyparkdogshow.co.uk for more info.

Sharron Clarke ● 2147d0 Comments ● 2147d

Volunteer week thank you

Hello , Shooting Star Chase would like to say thank you to everyone that volunteers and supports the charity via the shop at 674 Fulham  road on Wednesday 6th June from 4pm. The shop will stay open until 7pm if you would like to pop along for a glss of Pimms and find out more about volunteering to support your local children's hospice.If you would like to drop off donations or have a browse you will also be made most welcome.Hope to see you there.Thank you Ruth ShawArea Retail ManagerShooting Star Chase

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Bike Keys found

Found a set of bike lock keys today on a bench on Lillie Rd Recreation Gnd -Fulham Palace Rd sideGet in touch if they are yours- Ring me on 07773744782

Kirit Bork ● 2156d0 Comments ● 2156d

Help in locating the person in seat 3B

Hi I need help to make contact with the person who sat in seat 3B on delayed flight EZ807 to Scotland on the 18 May.  She lives in the Fulham area and has strong connections to Scotland. To the person-I made a terrible mistake in not swooping details. It would be nice if you could contact me to continue our conversation. CA Arthur

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Former Hammersmith, Putney and Fulham child killer.

Regarding Abertillery child killer Harold Jones. 10 years ago, New Scotland Yard informed South Wales Police that they believed it was possible that Harold Jones may have been the killer of 12 year-old Muriel Joan Drinkwater in Swansea in 1946. The Detective Chief Inspector who led the murder inquiry ten years ago has retired from the Force refusing to believe that Jones was the killer, although D.N.A could prove one way or the other whether Jones was or not. Now under instructions from the South Wales Police Chief Constable Matt Jukes, the case is being looked into by South Wales Police Assistant Chief Constable Jonathan Drake, Detective Chief Superintendent Danny Richards and Detective Chief Inspector Mark O'Shea. Five years ago respected Detective Chief Inspector Paul Bethell confirmed that Jones WAS a suspect in the Drinkwater murder inquiry.

Neil Milkins ● 2219d0 Comments ● 2219d

LBHF first borough in country to formally back second EU referendum

http://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/top-stories/hammersmith-fulham-council-eu-1-5370167That is why there are two European flags flying on top of the Town Hall. Vive l'Europe! (and equivalent for the Germans, Dutch, Italians and other 23)

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2268d0 Comments ● 2268d

Cygnet Players are proud to present 'Top Hat The Musical'

Wednesday 31st January to Saturday 3rd February 2018 at 7.30 pm with a 2 pm matinee on Saturday (please note that these times are a little earlier than usual).London Oratory School TheatreSeagrave Road, Fulham, SW6Director: Stuart BurrowsMusical director: Sam FisherChoreographer: Kim FindlayTop Hat brings together the glamour of Hollywood's golden age, with the glorious, tap-dancing magic of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. This triple Olivier award-winning show is packed full of Irving Berlin's greatest hits, including Cheek to Cheek, White Tie and Tails, Let's Face the Music and Dance, and Puttin' on the Ritz. It tells the story of Broadway sensation, Jerry Travers, who dances his way across Europe to win the heart of society girl, Dale Tremont. An uplifting and hilarious romantic comedy, celebrating 1930s song, style and romance, Top Hat dazzles with beautiful music, dancing, and a love story that will set pulses racing! Tickets are £18, with concessions at £15. We're also offering a family ticket for £60 and a group rate, where you get 10 tickets for the price of 9 (£162), so it's worth rounding up a group of friends and booking together! Tickets available online via www.cygnetplayers.com/box-office, or by calling the box office on 07941 448 689. Book today to see this fabulous show!

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George Crowe and Eileen Widdows' marriage 1931.

Bit of a long shot but these forums have been such a help over the past 10 years. I am trying to contact relatives of the above who were married in Chelsea in 1931. Eileen's father John Widdows and sister Muriel Ellen May Widdows lived at 29 Hestecombe Avenue Fulham in the 1960's. George and Eileen had a daughter Patricia A Crowe born in Chester in 1941. It is believed Patricia married Dennis M Jones in Chester in 1959. Someone with the name B.Trott may have been in the family.

Neil Milkins ● 2312d0 Comments ● 2312d

Bishops Park Farmers Market today!

It's going to be a beautiful winter's day today, cold but sunny, so why not pop down to you local Farmers Market - open 10am-2pm?It's only 4 weeks until Christmas and March House Farm are taking Christmas orders so come and get your turkey sorted.  Or just come along to get some delicious bread, organic chocolate, Sunday dinner, a yummy crepe for the kids or a few Christmas presents and stocking fillers!

Fiona Campbell ● 2343d1 Comments ● 2321d

Looking for a good NHS GP

Searching for a knowledgeable, ethical, compassionate and kind GP.  This should include fair assessment, referral to specialists & diagnostic tests as needed.  Thank you for your input.

Chantal Furst ● 2321d0 Comments ● 2321d

The Abertillery Singing Detective.

The Abertillery Singing Detective is now on YouTube.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQbejlJ22Wc

Neil Milkins ● 2325d0 Comments ● 2325d

Murder Victim Bridget O'Hara.

I have had extensive contact with adult children of 6 of the Hammersmith Nudes' victims who were murdered between 1959 and 1965. Veronica Fleming the daughter of the sixth victim, Chiswick resident Mary Fleming visited Abertillery on the weekend to take part in a major B.B.C. documentary "The Hunt For A Serial Killer." I am still trying to locate relatives of 8th victim Bridget O'Hara who was murdered in January 1965. She had lived in a flat at 41 Agate Road, Hammersmith. Her husband was Micheal O'Hara and Bridget had many brothers and sisters. If anyone can help  please contact me at 07989555376 or n.milkin@sky.com

Neil Milkins ● 2346d0 Comments ● 2346d

Chelsea and Westminster to build new neonatal intensive care unit

"The Khoo Teck Puat UK Foundation focuses on funding medical research and facilities, promoting education and supporting the underprivileged, particularly children. The Foundation has previously supported several children’s medical centres in the UK but this is their first gift to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital". Chelsea and Westminster is not in an area of "underprivileged" residents. It certainly has world-class medical research and facilities. As so often the best staffed, most clued-up, most wealthy hospital trusts scoop funds which might actually be better spent on community maternity units, say in Ealing. But then Ealing Hospital lost its Maternity Unit, in the teeth of local opposition, in June 2015.

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2351d0 Comments ● 2351d

Criminal Profiling.

In August 1996, Kim Rossmo, a detective inspector from the Vancouver Police Department (VPD), was contacted by a UK police task force called Operation Lynx. The task force involved police officers from three counties -- Leicestershire, West Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire -- who were all searching for a man responsible for five abductions, rapes and violent sex attacks over the previous 15 years.Rossmo had developed geographic profiling, a method of tracking serial criminals which used data about the location of the crimes. Because of Rossmo's geographic profiling the rapist was caught. Rossmo recently identified Aldensley Road Hammersmith as the centre of a hotspot where he believed the Hammmersmith Nudes' killer lived. Who lived in Aldensley Road when the murders took place? The Dark Son of Abertillery, Harold Jones!

Neil Milkins ● 2353d0 Comments ● 2353d

Policeman by the name of John Widdows.

Does anyone remember a former police officer who lived at 29 Hestercombe Avenue from 1945 until his death in 1962. He had a number of children including Muriel Ellen May Stevens nee Widdows.

Neil Milkins ● 2356d1 Comments ● 2356d

Welsh ex-pats.

If there are any Welsh ex-pats on the forum please google walesonline.co.uk This concerns the  restoration of the graves of 2 children who were murdered by former Fulham, Putney, and Hammersmith resident Harold Jones aka Harry Stevens aka Harry Jones. Help from anyone would be appreciated. Regards. Neil Milkins.

Neil Milkins ● 2395d4 Comments ● 2365d

Boundary Commission Retains Proposal to Reunite Hammersmith and Fulham

It  does not "reunite Hammersmith and Fulham": it chops off the north part of Hammersmith (up to the Westway). Those wards would be part of a new constituency called "Willesden and Shepherds Bush", which is very strange in shape because it has "branches" jutting out into surrounding constituencies. This smacks of gerrymandering.

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2379d0 Comments ● 2379d

Re: Free peace workshops at Stoll Veterans Centre

Everyone welcome, no charge, drop in anytime Thursdays 7.00pm - 8.30pm at Stoll Community Hall (Well Being Room). You can find out more at http://www.tprf.org/programs/peace-education-program/ where you can watch a short introductory video. Or check out our new Meetup group at https://www.meetup.com/Peace-Education-Programme/events/243895285/?read=1&_af=event&_af_eid=243895285&https=on

Cathy Watts ● 2393d0 Comments ● 2393d

Feature film and documentary.

http://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/news/15556944.Gwent_writer_to_get_second_novel_on_notorious_Valleys_killer_turned_into_film_documentary/?ref=fbshr

Neil Milkins ● 2402d1 Comments ● 2402d

Free film/discussion/refreshments at Stoll 7pm Thurs 28 Sept

YOU ARE INVITED to attend a very special free event at 7.00pm-8.30pm on Thursday 28th September 2017 at STOLL Veterans Community Hall in Fulham.A chance to see this award winning short film, “INSIDE PEACE”, which portrays the transformation of 4 convicts, tracking their journey from inside prison through to lasting freedom on the outside.  See the 2 minute trailer  and, for reviews from the BFI and further information, www.insidepeace.co.uk.The film will be followed by a panel discussion, with audience participation. The speakers will include: * Nicky Winter - Military veteran & singer* Erroll McGlashan -  Ex prisoner & poet* PC Damon Tulloch-Foley - Faith Liason Officer* Cathy Watts - Counsellor & peace education facilitatorHosted by  Nick Shatford, Health and Wellbeing Manager at STOLL, this event will conclude with complimentary refreshments and a networking opportunity. All welcome, including invited guests from the police, prison officials, veterans groups, mental health service users and professionals, & the local community.

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Tim Turpin

I understand that my old school friend Tim Turpin has died.  If anyone knows when and how this happened could you please reply to this post or let me know on my email address: govens97@gmail.comThank youGreg OvensFormerly William Parnell House and Henry Compton Secondary School

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Kitten found

A delightful kitten was found in Fulham High Street - black, with white under the chin and on the back paws.  About 3 months old.If you know someone who has lost a kitten, please contact Ricky at Hann Wakefield hairdressers, 47 Fullham High Street, SW6, 020 7736 0866.

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Hammersmith Murders.

A new book- The Secret Life Of Freddie Mills has been released by a former Sun newspaper reporter, Michael Litchfield published by a former Sun editor of Bizzare, John Blake. The book alleges that former world boxing champion Freddie Mills was the person dubbed The Hammersmith Nudes' Killer of the 1960's. Evidence proves that Mills has been wrongly stitched up. The book has been publicised in the Sun, the Daily Mail and other newspapers including the Bournemouth Echo the town where Freddie Mills was born. Comments from readers of the Bournemouth Echo have roundly condemned the malicious lies. If you read the Bournemouth Echo story most persons would I believe think the alleged evidence to be preposterous. (google Freddie Mills-Bournemouth Echo.) For instance in the book Freddie Mills had allegedly confessed to John du Rose the officer in charge of the case that he was the killer. But because Du Rose and Mills were Freemasons Du Rose never told his superiors. Even more ludicrous- fact Freddie Mills was desperately short of money when he died yet the book claims he gave the Kray Twins £1000 to assassinate him. Rightly Freddies daughter Susan and his stepson, actor Don McCorkindale are incensed.

Neil Milkins ● 2418d0 Comments ● 2418d

Project Phoenix: all NHS England "surplus" land to be sold in PPP deals by end June

All NHS England "surplus" land (any land on which it is either impossible to run services because of the squeeze on current running expenditure or genuinely redundant land) is to be parcelled up into 6 regions and sold off as Public Private Partnership deals through European tendering arrangements to be completed by end June. See Health Service Journal: https://www.hsj.co.uk/topics/finance-and-efficiency/exclusive-private-deals-being-planned-to-release-naylor-billions/7018691.article#comments.  The headline does not mention the plan's name: "Project Phoenix" but the article itself (paywall) does. See the website of CMS Legal Services, an international practice: http://www.cms-lawnow.com/ealerts/2017/05/project-phoenix-is-nhs-ppp-about-to-rise-from-the-ashes?cc_lang=enALL  NHS England's land sold off.  What?!!!!

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2502d0 Comments ● 2502d

Guardian (Society!): Charing Cross hospital to be cut to 13% of current size, services diverted

In the Guardian Society page on Friday 16th June, there is confirmation of the plans which NHS senior officials have strenuously denied over the last 5 years. See https://www.theguardian.com/society/2017/jun/16/most-of-central-london-hospital-to-be-sold-off-secret-plans-reveal#img-1It gets worse: All NHS England "surplus" land (any land on which it is either impossible to run services because of the squeeze on current running expenditure or genuinely redundant land) is to be parcelled up into 6 regions and sold off as Public Private Partnership deals through European tendering arrangements to be completed by end June. See Health Service Journal: https://www.hsj.co.uk/topics/finance-and-efficiency/exclusive-private-deals-being-planned-to-release-naylor-billions/7018691.article#comments.  The headline does not mention the plan's name: "Project Phoenix" but the article itself (paywall) does. See the website of CMS Legal Services, an international practice: http://www.cms-lawnow.com/ealerts/2017/05/project-phoenix-is-nhs-ppp-about-to-rise-from-the-ashes?cc_lang=enALL  NHS England's land sold off.  What?!!!!

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2502d0 Comments ● 2502d

Trying to contact Ian Turpin formerly Querri street

HelloI would like to contact Ian Turpin, an old friend from many years ago.If anyone can help my email address is: govens97@gmail.comThanksGreg Ovens

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Roofer recommendation

Looking for a recommendation for a good roofer to carry out some repairs to a fibreglass flat roof.

Anne Maclean ● 2507d0 Comments ● 2507d

National Health Service breakdown and privatization: "Sustainability and Transformation Plans"

I'm deeply concerned that in the build up to the General Election there has been little discussion about the disastrous changes to the NHS being proposed by the local Sustainability and Transformation Plan, the "North West London STP" which covers 8 boroughs from Westminster to Hillingdon. These plans for the 44 "footprint" regions of England and Wales have been made in a secretive manner, with very little public information and are nothing more than plans to slash, trash and privatise our NHS.           But most worrying are large private healthcare companies and their lobbyists, such as Virgin Care and American healthcare companies including UnitedHealth, the previous employer of Simon Stevens CEO of the NHS, which will chase the UK's expenditure through the NHS using the Health and Social Care Act 2012. This pressure will inexorably lead to the American model of healthcare management which causes 50% of personal bankruptcies each year in the US. All the STPs call for "Accountable Care Organisations/Systems", a term which Americans recognise only too well. This system with low fixed budgets will be screwed down so that it does not meet the public need and it will turn the health provision in England and Wales into a two tier health system where the rich will pay and the rest of us will be left with a very poor, minimal NHS, like the American Medicare/Medicaid system.         I would urge all readers to contact their candidates and let them know that the public will not stand for the destruction of the NHS and all MPs must reject the STPs and reject the move to Accountable Care Organisations. These "new models of care" will end the NHS as a comprehensive service that provides the full range of care to all who need it, free at the point of need and fully accountable to the public (private companies will hide their waste as well as their profits).               Readers can find their candidates on the website. www.whocanivotefor.co.uk/elections

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2519d0 Comments ● 2519d

Bridge Academy

Morning folks!Has anyone had any problems with Bridge Academy/ TBAP for sharing information or handling complaints especially if you are an absent parent?I was excluded from an exclusion meeting earlier this week and the no written response has been provided except a verbal "that's how we operate here", but refuse to provide this in writing. Even raising a complaint with Krishna Purbhoo - Executive HeadteacherTBAP West there has been no response despite a reassurance given and even myself a chase up call. Has even other parent experienced conduct like this?

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Mrs Bennet brings a touch of Regency to Fulham!

Follow in the footsteps of Jane Austen's heroines & heroes: learn to dance Regency style! Fulfil your dream to attend a ball to celebrate Jane Austen's 200th anniversary and meet your Mr Darcy!Classes at Mrs Bennet's Ballroom: Tuesdays in Fulham at St Etheldreda's Church Hall, SW6 6DS7.15 to 9.30pmDates: April 25, May 9 & 23, June 6 & 20

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The Olivier Awards

Lucky members of Kensington Singers sang with Gary Barlow and the cast of the Girls at the Olivier Awards, to be broadcast this Tuesday April 11th on ITV.Members of Earls Court-based Kensington Singers were given an amazing opportunity to perform with Gary Barlow and the cast of his musical “The Girls” at the Royal Albert Hall for the opening of the 2017 Olivier Awards. Gary and co-writer Tim Firth were nominated for three awards. Hannah Brine, founder and leader of Victoria Park Singers said “It was again a real privilege for us to be performing with Gary and Tim. Many of us were involved in the 2016 Royal Variety Performance with them and it was a real highlight of the year. At the Oliviers we performed “Yorkshire” -  a wonderful song about the customs of the north, with lyrics depicting the countryside and english traditions such as eating fish and chips. Its really moving and evocative. Thanks so much to Gary and Tim and everyone for inviting us!”The choir was then able to watch the ceremony which also included performances from Amber Riley (Dream Girls) and the cast of School of Rock and Jesus Christ Super Star. Kensington Singers new term starts on Monday 24th April and new singers are always welcome. Anyone who is interested in joining the choir should visit www.kensingtonsingers  for more information and to sign up

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Cleaner Wanted in Barnes SW13

Looking for a highly experienced, reliable cleaner with exceptionally high standards for a 2 bed 2 bath flat in Barnes, very close to public transport. 4-5 hours per week. Must be comfortable working around resident cat! Willing to pay well if person demonstrates consistently high standards and reliability. Please contact through the forum in the first instance and I will then provide contact details. Any recommendations more than welcome. Thanks!

Shilpa Bhatnagar ● 2585d0 Comments ● 2585d

Concert 20th March

Kensington Singers and Barnes Community Choir are joining forces for a Spring concert at All Saints, Fulham (near Putney Bridge) 20th March. The theme is Dreams and Lullabies. Tickets available on the door £10 or in advance from www.kensingtonsingers.co.uk. All profits will go to The Choir With No Name, helping marginalised people come together through music.

Claire Bradshaw ● 2599d0 Comments ● 2599d

Demand for Charing Cross A&E Service Rises by over 25%

For the last two years (since April 2014) NHS England has run a number of experiments (called "Pioneer" programmes), including in NW London, to try to integrate health (hospital) and social care, which is essential for reducing demand for hospital services and is a central part of "Sustainability and Transformation Plans" for the 44 "footprints" of England. The National Audit Office published its findings on Wednesday. It said: "Integrating the health and social care sectors is a significant challenge in normal times, let alone times when both sectors are under such severe pressure. So far, benefits have fallen far short of plans, despite much effort." "Nearly 20 years of initiatives to join up health and social care by successive governments has not led to system-wide integrated services" "The Departments [of Health and Local Government] have not yet established a robust evidence base to show that integration leads to better outcomes for patients" and finally "There is no compelling evidence to show that integration in England leads to sustainable financial savings or reduced hospital activity".Trying to mix health and social care is like trying to mix oil and water, due to the different funding and cultures. See NAO report: https://www.nao.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Health-and-social-care-integration.pdfAnd BBC news: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-38894593

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2631d0 Comments ● 2631d

Fired Earth Valencia Opal tiles (rectangular)

Does anyone have any left over Valencia Opal tiles (rectangular) that I could buy?  Fired Earth have informed me that my order is 50 tiles short.

Wendy Robinson ● 2641d0 Comments ● 2641d

Bishops Park Farmers & Fine Food Market Bank Holiday Sunday

It's going to be a lovely bank holiday Sunday so come along to the market in Bishops Park and treat yourself to some artisan bread, succulent March House Farm meat, gorgeous mediterranean olives, cheese or any number of delicious goodies!

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Mobile hair dresser for home hair cut

Any recommendation for a competent hair dresser to cut hair at home?Unable to go to hairdressers because ofallergies.  Thank you for your input.

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Recommend a good NHS GP in Fulham/Hammersmith

New to the area, aware of health politics.Could anyone recommend an honest, ethical, compassionateME friendly GP?Thank you

CJ Furst ● 2646d0 Comments ● 2646d

BBC's "Hospital" goes behind the scenes at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

The second programme last Wednesday provided nail-biting suspense just like the first.What the surgeons said in their comments and their attitudes was very telling. One said bitterly: "I just wish someone would tell me when I can get on with my job!" And this week another said that it didn't matter that tens of thousands had just been wasted because there was no ICU bed available for their patient and so the surgery had to be postponed: the surgery was the right thing to do for this patient! The team was assembled four weeks later.What this series shows us is how inefficient and wasteful of resources it is to have an underfunded acute service. The bottleneck here is the supply of ICU beds: we need to devise a system to provide more ICU beds in the winter. And more HDU and step-down beds and better discharge arrangements, yes I know.....But the pressure on the A&Es at St Mary's and Charing Cross predates the winter: neither A&E has met the 4 hours treat or discharge target at any time in 2016.With demand going up by 5% per year, but funding by only 1% the outcome is inevitable.

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2651d0 Comments ● 2651d

Computer Scam.

Beware of computer scam. Just clicked on a link regarding a false claim that Professor Stephen Hawking had died. The screen froze and a warning was given that my computer was infected with a virus. The only way to get into my laptop was to shut down and restart. All is now fine. The warning was to phone 0800 086 9834 to speak to an engineer from Windows (lies). When I phoned the number the engineer wanted to take control of my computer and would have wanted a huge fee to put it right. When I told him the computer was now fine he slammed the phone down. If you google 0800 086 9834 you will see posts from many others who were given a fright.

Neil Milkins ● 2654d0 Comments ● 2654d

Will You Abseil for The Animals?

If you are looking to take on a new challenge for 2017, we have just the thing for you! On the 30th April, you can take part in the UK’s highest free fall abseil for The Mayhew Animal Home.You can abseil as an individual or as part of a team, it’s up to you! In joining us you will be helping hundreds of dogs and cats to escape a life of abandonment, cruelty and neglect in 2017. Our vision is to create a society where animals are treated and cared for with respect and we need your help to do that!The ArcelorMittal Orbit at The Olympic Park stands at an incredible 262ft with spectacular panoramic views across London including iconic buildings such as The Gherkin, St. Pauls, Canary Wharf and Wembley Stadium. The Orbit is an iconic symbol of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the London 2012 Games, and this is your chance to take it on!The registration fee is £30 and we ask that you raise £250 in sponsorship. Of course we'll be on hand to help with your fundraising, offering you ideas and support throughout and if you sign up early, there is plenty of time to reach your target. There will also be a prize for the top fundraiser!Spaces are limited so sign up today and kick off 2017 with an amazing new challenge!https://www.themayhew.org/events/abseil/

Penny Flood ● 2655d0 Comments ● 2655d

Cygnet Players present Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

Cygnet Players are proud to present Dirty Rotten ScoundrelsFrom Wednesday 15th to Saturday 18th February 2017At John McIntosh Arts Centre, London Oratory School Theatre, Seagrave Road, London, SW6 1RXPerformances nightly at 7.45pm with a 2.30pm Saturday matineeTickets £16 (£14 concessions) can be bought from the Cygnet Players box office via telephone on 07941 448 689, via email at cygnetsboxoffice@gmail.com or via www.cygnetplayers.com Book by Jeffrey Lane | Music and lyrics by David YazbekBased on the film "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" written by Dale Launer, Stanley Shapiro and Paul HenningThis production is presented by arrangement of Music Theatre International (Europe) All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europewww.mtishows.co.ukAbout the show Two con men, a beautiful woman and the elite of the French Riviera collide in this sexy and irreverent farce. Based on the 1988 MGM film starring Sir Michael Cane and Steve Martin, this hysterical comedy features a delightfully jazzy score by David Yazbek (The Full Monty) and was nominated for a staggering 11 Tony Awards. Be transported to Beaumont Sur Mer and its decadent underworld, as two seasoned swindlers attempt to hoodwink a millionaire heiress. As the pair compete in the true art of the con, they discover there is only room for one of them. Sophisticated, suave with a good dash of mischief, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is set to be the finest night out of 2017 - Secure your ticket today!

Cygnet Players ● 2671d0 Comments ● 2671d

Fulham gasworks redevelopment (1,375 homes in buildings up to 27 storeys high )

More of Imperial Wharf. Does anyone care? If only it wasn't so difficult to remove the concrete rafts that they are built on.....

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2785d3 Comments ● 2697d

Nice Christmas Gifts

From Amazon - two popular Christmas gifts - 'Old Fulham' and 'Old Sands End, Fulham'.

Francis Czucha ● 2708d0 Comments ● 2708d

Energy Boost

Energy Therapists will be at the London Buddhist Vihara, The Avenue, W4 1UD on Monday, 14th November, between 11am and 1pm (last session 12.45).  The session takes about 15-20 minutes and I am sure that you will feel really good at the end of that time, with lots of vital energy to enable you to enjoy the rest of your week!  A number of therapists come in each month and give their services free.  The Vihara kindly allow us to use the hall at no charge so a donation is most welcome as this enables us to give all donations to the Vihara.These sessions are not related to any religion, everyone is welcome.

Chris Edwards ● 2721d0 Comments ● 2721d

Catholic Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster.

I was shocked to see tonight's B.B.C. 6.00 p.m news. Mr Nichols was asked by reporter Martin Bashir regarding the E.U. crisis, "What is the Christian and Biblical response to this crisis."Mr Nichols replied, "It goes back to the very fundamental question posed by God [to Cain after he had murdered his brother Abel] "Are you not your brothers keeper."Genesis 4v9 actually reports that after God had asked Cain, "What have you done with your brother" it was Cain who stated, "I do not know. Am I my brother's keeper." According to the news report Mr Nichols credits God for uttering words that were uttered by the murderous Cain.

Neil Milkins ● 2729d0 Comments ● 2729d

Lady Margaret School Christmas Fair

Tabletops for this event which takes place on Saturday 26th November are selling fast.  If you're interested in selling to a local audience of over 500 people contact katetabletops@hotmail.com and help fund raise for our school

Melinda Shelbourne ● 2734d0 Comments ● 2734d

Seeking teenage musicians to form a band

Our 16-year-old son who is an advanced guitarist is looking to form a band with other like-minded and musically talented teenagers.To help it along we have a live room for rehearsals and a recording studio. Contact me at rayjwhite@me.com if you know of anybody that may be interested.

Ray White ● 2774d0 Comments ● 2774d

Help!

I would be extremely grateful everybody could read and sign this petition. https://www.change.org/p/hounslow-council-a-call-for-hounslow-council-to-review-their-discretionary-succession-policyThank you in advance!

Becki Vallis ● 2785d0 Comments ● 2785d

Thames Tunnel in Carnwath Road

The construction of the Thames Tunnel in Carnwath Road is due to start this year. A Community Liaison Working Group has been set up by the construction company, Tideway, to enable residents most affected by the engineering works to bring their concerns to Tideway and ask for mitigation. The first meeting is on 13 Janaury at Thomas's school 7-9pm.Attending will be nominated representatives of housing groups in the area, but all Sands End and Fulham residents are welcome to attend as spectators, and can request to speak. Please email if you wish to attendand/or if you wish to speak.

Ann Rosenberg ● 3030d1 Comments ● 2785d

West London for Jeremy Corbyn - next Wednesday (31 August)

A rally for Jeremy Corbyn is being held in Ealing Town Hall on Wednesday 31 August (starting at 7:30pm). Speaking at the event are John McDonnell MP (Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer), Matt Wrack (General Secretary of the FBU), Salman Shaheen (journalist and Labour activist in Brentford & Isleworth), Barbara Ntumy (student activist). It will be chaired by Theresa Byrne, Labour councillor in Ealing.Over 200 people have already registered for the rally. To join them, book at:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-london-for-jeremy-corbyn-tickets-27201204535

Crispin Flintoff ● 2801d0 Comments ● 2801d

Imogen Hassalls Late daughters bench plaque location UPDATE

Imogen hassall and Kenneth ives, late daughter, was called melanie ives hassall and was 4 days old when she died. May try and contact via agent the above Mr ives, to see if he remembers where the memorial plaque is or where it was

Peter Scott ● 3108d1 Comments ● 2807d

Energy Boost on Monday

Energy boost?Energy Therapists will be at the London Buddhist Vihara, The Avenue, W4 1UD on Monday, 8th August, between 11am and 1pm (last session 12.45).  The session takes about 15-20 minutes and I am sure that you will feel really good at the end of that time, with lots of vital energy to enable you to enjoy the rest of your week!  A number of therapists come in each month and give their services free.  The Vihara kindly allow us to use the hall at no charge so a donation is most welcome as this enables us to give all donations to the Vihara.These sessions are not related to any religion, everyone is welcome

Chris Edwards ● 2819d0 Comments ● 2819d

Hammersmith & Fulham U3A (University of the Third Age)

The U3A (University of the Third Age) is a unique organisation that provides opportunities for its members which can be life enhancing and life changing. Retired and semi-retired people come together and learn together, not for qualifications but for the sheer joy of discovery!  Members share their skills and life experiences: the learners teach, the teachers learn and there is no distinction between them.U3As are independently run by their members for their members. We started in 2004 and our membership is approaching 200.Our interest groups allow everyone the chance to take part in educational, creative and leisure activities.We hold an open meeting on the second Tuesday of the month at St Mary’s Church Hall, 2 Edith Road, W14 9BA. Meetings start at 10.30 with news from the Chair and Group Leaders. The coffee break at 11.00 is normally followed by a speaker at 11.30 and we aim to finish about 12.45.Why not test the water? Visitors (£2.50) get a warm welcome. If you would like to join, the annual membership fee is £20.Contact Details Membership EnquiriesRichard Radmore 020 7381 1676email: richardradmore@hotmail.com

Sue Adams ● 2874d0 Comments ● 2874d

Glyphosate ban by various councils

I studied chemistry at university and did a postgraduate degree in organic chemistry.The problem with glyphosate is not so much with the herbicide itself as with the use that has been made of it. When used in small quantities is a very effective and safe systemic herbicide. When sold in huge quantities worldwide to farmers who want to spray it all over the place, especially in the US over crops which incorporate a gene to make them resistant to glyphosate, you are de facto selecting for glyphosate-resistant weeds.In addition to this quite predictable problem, there have not been enough tests on the chronic toxicity of glyphosate to all organisms in the environment. When it was used in reasonable quantities this didn't matter, but now that some farmers want to bathe their crops in it, it does...... The shareholders of Monsanto have not complained, of course.There are other herbicides but there is a reason why glyphosate is popular: it is effective. Other methods of weeding will be more labour intensive and less long-lasting.Una-Jane WinfieldSecretary, Friends of Furnivall Gardens

Una-Jane Winfield ● 2883d0 Comments ● 2883d

Deaf Awareness Week - Fulham rock band release 'Not Spoken' video

2 Tone Red release their new video which directly acknowledges the deaf community.The band have released their new video for ‘Not Spoken’, in line with National Deaf Awareness Week.Deaf people and those whose hearing is impaired, can feel the rhythm of music through vibrations, enjoying it as those who can hear do. Although ‘Not Spoken’ is a song about the emotional effects of excessive drinking, its message is uniquely delivered in this video through the medium of BSL (British Sign Language) by signer Jack Flavell. Jack will perform his captivating signing live at the band’s EP launch party at The Notting Hill Arts club on 11th May. ‘Not Spoken’ is the title track from the band’s new EP which is out now.https://youtu.be/mYEg7_KeX34

Stephanie Wescott ● 2911d0 Comments ● 2911d

spinning marathon Saturday 7th of May

Hello, I'm taking part on the Spinning Marathon on Saturday 7th of May with Starfish. I was wondering if someone would like to join my team.Qualified instructors are going to lead back to back classes between 7AM to 7PM. You can join me for as many hours as you like. There is no cost for the classes but we will have to raise £50 which will go towards Starfish Projects caring for vulnerable children in South Africa. Let me know if you would like to take part or call Starfish at 0207 597 3797. Thanks so much, I hope you can join me.Judith

Elinor Middleton ● 2919d0 Comments ● 2919d

Trying to contact Ian Turpin, formerly Querrin Street

If anyone has a contact email, phone number or address for Ian Turpin could they please let me know?My email address is govens97@gmail.comThanksGreg Ovens

Gregory Stephen Ovens ● 2925d0 Comments ● 2925d

My Week Helping Refugees Lost in the 'Jungle'

If you haven't already seen it, please do go to the front page of FulhamSW6.com to read local resident Clare Burnett's thought-provoking report on conditions for refugees in Calais, and share your thoughts on the forum.

Editor ● 2925d0 Comments ● 2925d

the quest for Melanie Ives Hassall final resting place.........

dear people of Fulham/Hammersmith, my quest to find the final resting place of the late daughter of the late Imogen Hassall and Kenneth Ives continues, i am now aware that she died in December 1972 aged 4 days old. but mortlake were going to charge me £28 just for a search fee for what is a little project of mine of which i have set up a group on facebook called THE IMOGEN HASSALL PROJECT.If there is anyone who knows or can cast there mind back, wether it was a burial or cremation, i would love to hear.

Peter Scott ● 3083d1 Comments ● 2995d

Farmers & Fine Food Market this Wed 12 until 4

This Wednesday from 12 until 4 we will have a select few traders at Bishop's Park to pick up any last food request.We will then be back on January 10th from 10 until 2. We wish you all a happy christmas and a successful new year. RMS Markets

Ross Spurrier ● 3048d0 Comments ● 3048d

HOME IMPROVEMENT

See here for the best builders and other home improvement services in Fulham

Jake Taylor ● 3056d0 Comments ● 3056d

Thank You

I would like to thank all Fulham folk who have bought my books 'Old Sands End, Fulham' and 'Old Fulham' and for the very positive feedback I have received.

Francis Czucha ● 3068d0 Comments ● 3068d

Need a good removals company in Fulham

Hi all, im moving house at the end of the month from a flat to a house in Fulham and need a good removals company to pack and move me. Reccomendations please

Eva Camacho ● 3084d1 Comments ● 3084d

No Staff at Fulham Broadway this morning

I was cross enough when I arrived at Fulham Broadway station to find it closed due to staff shortages. But when I finally get to work I read that TfL are employing staff to run the non-existent night tube service at a cost of £1.5mn a month. In other words there is staff for trains that never run but nobody for trains that are running.

Ellen Kearney ● 3090d0 Comments ● 3090d

newspapers/archives/links...help

Dear fellow forum peoples, this is my 2nd post on here(as i am a new member), its kinda linked to my previous post.i am on the hunt for precise info on the late actress Imogen Hassall, whom i believe was a resident on schubert road for a period of time and there wAs a pet shop nearby she used to frequent.also im on the hunt for a memorial plaque which she and her 1st husband Kenneth Ives.Her daughter was born early and only survived a week, and im doing a little project that i first started in 2009/2010, put to bed and just lately...restarted.is there any online versions of local newspapers that can help me search for archive material to help me in my quest.any help would be appreciated

Peter Scott ● 3110d1 Comments ● 3090d

Bush Hall gig Sunday 8th November

Hi this coming Sunday 8th, the Hammersmith/Fulham branch of The Dowsing Sound Collective will be performing their first West London gig - the last one sold out at the Union Chapel. They cover songs by Goldfrapp, 2 Door Cinema Club, Scissor Sisters and The Communards to name but a few. There will 28 singers and a fab band. Tickets available on the door or via the Bush Hall website. Come along, support live music and live music venues.

claire bradshaw ● 3096d0 Comments ● 3096d

Sponsorship Opportunities

Hello!We're a local estate agents and we're always on the look out for sponsorship opportunities! Art fairs, fun runs, cake sales, Christmas Carols etc - we like to help so please get in touch if you have anything that may need help!Robbie

Robbie Dillon ● 3096d0 Comments ● 3096d

Imogen Hassalls Late daughters bench plaque location

i am led to understand that the late actress IMOGEN HASSALL, who passed away in 1980 from a suspected overdose, had a daughter with Kenneth Ives, the daughter died after 1 week.i am led to understand that they had a plaque for there daughter on a park style bench, does anyone know if there is such a plaque.i believe that her name wAS melanie, tho not 100% sure

Peter Scott ● 3111d0 Comments ● 3111d

Man and Van Recommendation

Hello to everybody. I recently moved house from Hugon Road to Walham Grove and I want to say a huge thank you to the movers at Best Move. The two chaps who helped me move my two bedroom apartment wasted no time in small talk and got right on the job shortly after they arrived at my door. I had packed all my belongings on my own, but it still takes skill to arrange all the boxes in the best possible way so you'd be able to transport everything in one trip. Jim, one of the movers, showed excellent driving skills as well. In a place like Fulham you can definitely use experienced drivers. So, thanks again!In case you need to move house yourself, check out their website http://www.bestmove.co.uk/man-van/west-london/fulham/

Poppy Davidson ● 3433d3 Comments ● 3144d

Male singers wanted!

The Addison Chamber Choir is looking for for more Tenors and Basses.  We rehearse locally on Wednesday evenings - auditions starting tomorrow!  More about our friendly choir here:  :-) http://www.addison-singers.org.uk/classical-choirs/choir-details

Morna Wheatley ● 3145d0 Comments ● 3145d

New Hate Crime support 0800 246 1207

Hi, I am writing to tell you of a new hate crime support service for residents of Hammersmith and Fulham.If victims ring 0800 246 1207 we can advise them on reporting, police, dealing with the consequences.Hate crime is pernicious and much more damaging than a run of the mill attack or abuse. This is because it is an attack on the characteristic of the person, which they cannot help, eg race, religion (or absence of), disability, gender, sexual orientation or identity.Don't suffer in silence!

Barbara Karayi ● 3158d0 Comments ● 3158d

New resident

I am a new resident and looking for ways to meet other individuals.  Any suggestions?

Colleen Bozard ● 3166d1 Comments ● 3161d

Befriend an older person and create stronger community links

Volunteers are needed for a new project in the Hammersmith and Fulham area aimed at making older people more connected in their communities. As a volunteer you would be given the opportunity to make a real difference to someone's life, as well as learning more about the area and becoming more connected yourself. If you have 1-2 free hours a week, do get in touch to find out more about how to get involved. You can either call me at 02073859689 or email mmandujano@creightonhouse.org.

Marianne Mandujano ● 3178d0 Comments ● 3178d

lost or stolen

A bag containing black boots, a red top, CDs and socks were found in our front garden. If you think they may belong to you; please contact us at 7 Crabtree lane Tel.no:02073812510 and you can reclaim them.Alison Thomson

Alison Monica Thomson ● 3181d0 Comments ● 3181d

Primary teacher available for tutoring / house sititng this summer!

Hi all,I am a reliable and flexible qualified primary school teacher who is looking to earn a wee bit of extra income this summer.I am available from the 17/07/2015 - 01/09/2015 (full six weeks) for tutoring/house sitting over the summer holidays. I am happy to take care of pets and I have some experience in this. Please feel free to contact me to talk further.shane.burns@hotmail.co.ukMany thanks,Shane

Shane Burns ● 3216d0 Comments ● 3216d

Celebrate Nelson Mandela day with us!

Celebrate Nelson Mandela day with us! Rugby, games, live music and good food... all for a great cause! Supporting Starfish Charity which aids South African children orphaned by AIDS. Event is on 18/07/15, from 10AM to 5PM, at GJ's Wandsworth Sports Bar, 89 Garratt Lane, SW18 4DW. Tickets cost £5, and each ticket includes a hog roast or a veggie burger. Get tickets here: www.starfishcharity.org or here: www.gj-s.com or call: 02075973797.We hope to see you there!STARFISH GREATHEARTS FOUNDATION

Elinor Middleton ● 3216d0 Comments ● 3216d

Art Exhibition in Fulham, August & September.

Art Exhibition in FulhamHollis and Scrivener. Kites and FlowersChairs and Coffee, 512 Fulham Road, Fulham SW6 5NJOpens Saturday 15th August Private view Friday 11 September 6pm to 9pmA quick hello to say myself and artist Vivienne Hollis will be holding an art exhibition in Fulham. The exhibition is free to view. We look forward to meeting you soon. Tony Scrivener & Vivienne Hollis

T SCRIVENER ● 3220d0 Comments ● 3220d

Chelsea Victory Parade

Many people in Fulham are angry about the parade on Bank Holiday Monday and the restrictions it involved, but what do you think? Should residents have been consulted in advance?

Editor ● 3261d5 Comments ● 3258d

New Look for Doorstep Library

We have a new look!Doorstep Library is hugely excited to have a fresh new logo and website to celebrate our 5th year anniversary. “We’re all about giving children in disadvantaged areas the opportunity to aspire and grow," says Katie Bareham, Project Manager. "The rebrand better reflects this vision and emphasises the transformational power of books and reading."  Here's a taster, please click below to explore our website! www.doorsteplibrary.org.ukAbout Doorstep Library NetworkEstablished in 2010, Doorstep Library Network is a local charity instilling a love of reading in children living in disadvantaged areas and improving their educational potential through teams of volunteers reading stories in their homes and befriending the families.  Doorstep Library Network has achieved the following results as of April 2015.  - Five Doorstep Libraries running in Hammersmith & Fulham- 352 children and 155 families benefiting- 53 Home Reading Volunteers- 11,400 books lent in 2014 aloneThe charity is continually seeking to reach more children and new volunteers are being sought.  Anyone looking to inspire children through reading should contact Doorstep Library for more information at http://www.doorsteplibrary.org.uk

Emily Oliver ● 3263d0 Comments ● 3263d

'Old Fulham'

Some latest Amazon reviews5.0 out of 5 stars Very pleased, 9 April 2015By Mrs P Heitman  Old Fulham (Paperback)Excellent condition and a wonderful book!5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars, 5 April 2015By Derek Samuel  Old Fulham (Paperback)very informative with the history and pictures.

Francis Czucha ● 3287d0 Comments ● 3287d

streetbank launch

Community lending website launched officially last week.. The site is rapidly expanding and full of useful items for lending and giving away... Hedge clippers, TVs, DVDs ... along with people offering useful skills ..It takes about 2 minutes to join and is a great way to meet the neighbours...

Sam Stephens ● 5112d2 Comments ● 3303d

BBC PILOT LOOKING FOR GARDEN IN NEED OF A MAKEOVER

IS YOUR GARDEN / OUTDOOR SPACE IN NEED OF A MAKEOVER?Would you like a visit from The Instant Gardener?We are looking for a garden or outside space in need of TLC for a fun new BBC TV pilot.For more details contact: contributors@12yard.com

Lucy Weston ● 3314d0 Comments ● 3314d

Hello in 2015

Hello everyone . Is there any body  who would have a knowledge about free gallery space and art dealer mentoring  in your area ?I would be thankful for your posts .Kind regardsThomas

Thomas Proszowski ● 3316d0 Comments ● 3316d

Missing Cat

Hello,My cat has been missing since Thursday 5th of March 2015 between Gironde Road/Dawes road and surrounding area. He's all white long hair cat with blue and green eyes (microchipped).Please contact me if you see him on 07912662012.Thanks! Mariam

Mariam Taraif ● 3335d0 Comments ● 3335d

Lecture on Hammersmith Nudes' Murders.

Forum MessageTopic: Lecture on Hammersmith Nudes' Murders. Posted by: Neil MilkinsDate/Time: 02/03/15 21:10:00Film director/producer Jeff Leahy and myself are giving a lecture on Saturday March 7 dealing with the unsolved murders of eight women in the Hammersmith district of London between 1959 and 1965. Three of the murders took place in Chiswick.The lecture will take place at The Bar Locks public house, 21 White Church Lane, Aldgate, London E1 7QR. Arrive 6.45pm for 7.30pm start.Regards. Neil Milkins. n.milkin@sky.com

Neil Milkins ● 3341d0 Comments ● 3341d

H & F Fulham Local History Books Article 

Article published on Hammersmith & Fulham Council's websitehttp://www.lbhf.gov.uk/…/Remember_the_days_of_old_Fulham.asp

Francis Czucha ● 3355d0 Comments ● 3355d

Free help and advice in property refurbishment .

We are a Fulham based ,Property refurbishment  and maintenance business,and we offer free advice and help to Fulham residents ,in all aspects of building work.Fulham residents are often overcharged by building companies ,just for the fact that the property prices in the area are high.Feel free to contact us: Email  : itecmaintenance@yahoo.co.uk

George Nika ● 3356d0 Comments ● 3356d

12 & 24 hour Spinning Marathon! Calling all spinners & cyclists!

The Starfish Spinning Marathon is back - with a twist!Take on the challenge. Your way.The epic thigh busting team event is back for its 4th year and promises to be bigger and better than ever. Qualified instructors from the Pedal Studio will lead back to back Spinning classes.  With pumping tunes and fierce competition this will be a weekend to remember. Teams must clock up a total of 12 or 24 hours but it’s up to you how you take on the challenge....So how can you get involved and how does it work?Here’s how the team set up works:Option A:  The ultimate 24 hour challenge, 6pm Friday 27th- 6pm Saturday 28th February Option B: New for 2015, 12 hour challenge 6am – 6pm Saturday 28th February Teams can have 2 – 10 members. The team decides how to make up its hours and can either cycle together as a group or as a relay.You can enter as a team or those of you who would like to participate but don’t have the time to gather a team can still take part in this awesome event. Just choose to do a single or multiple classes over the 24 hour period and we will find you some shiny new teammates. There is no sign up fee and a fundraising target of just £50 per person. And don’t forget - everything from the Putney Pedal Studio space to the Popchips is donated so every penny raised goes to improving the lives of vulnerable kids in South Africa. To register please email stephanie.kitson@starfishcharity.org or call Stephanie on 020 7597 3797.

Jessica Francis ● 3362d0 Comments ● 3362d

ENERGY BOOST TOMORROW

Energy boost?Energy Therapists will be at the London Buddhist Vihara, The Avenue, W4 1UD on tomorrowl, between 11am and 1pm (last session 12.45).  The session takes about 15-20 minutes and I am sure that you will feel really good at the end of that time, with lots of vital energy to enable you to enjoy the day.A number of therapists come in each month and give their services free.  The Vihara kindly allow us to use the hall at no charge so a donation is most welcome  -  all donations are given to the Vihara.These sessions are not related to any religion, everyone is welcome.

Pat Smith ● 3364d0 Comments ● 3364d

Sands End Revisited Website To Close

Sands End Revisited Website which has been running since 2008, is to close on 15th February.Thank you for all your messages, posts and photographs and please do have a final look around the site www.sandsendrevisited.net  Best wishes, Frank Czucha (Website Founder and former Broughton Road resident.

Francis Czucha ● 3371d0 Comments ● 3371d

Please can you take the Big Advice Survey?

Hi can you help with the Big Advice Survey? I work at a Citizens Advice Bureaux and we are trying to understand how we deal with problems in our daily lives and where advice fits in. We're doing this through the "Big Advice Survey"It's straightforward and takes about 5 mins - basically, it's just multiple choice unless you want to add further info. We want to use the results to make decisions on how the local advice sector can improve the services we offer to the general publicIf you can help by taking the survey that would be really appreciated. You can take the survey directly from this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BigAdviceSurveyThere's a dedicated site with lots more info, here:http://bigadvicesurvey.org.ukAnd a one-minute video explaining what we're trying to do: http://youtu.be/WvjFyMvUnOMOnce again, I hope I've not broken any rules by posting this and if you can spare a few minutes to take the survey it would be really appreciated!Many thanksPatrick

Patrick Torsney ● 3371d1 Comments ● 3371d

Singers wanted for choirs!

SEEKING TENORS & BASSES!The Hammersmith based ADDISON CHAMBER CHOIR and the ADDISON JAZZ ENSEMBLE are each looking for a couple of extra Tenors and Basses for the 2015 season. Some sight reading skills are helpful and an informal audition is required.The CHAMBER CHOIR have a large repertoire but have become particularly known for their high quality performance of music by a wide range of contemporary composers, many of whom have written pieces especially for the choir. Concerts include our own and others e.g. the Brandenburg Festival and the London Festival of Contemporary Church Music, and a performance at Kings Place later this year.  The Music Director is David Wordsworth.The JAZZ ENSEMBLE sing jazz standards, occasionally pop, and pieces written especially for the Ensemble by the talented Jill Jarman.  We perform in the Addison Jazz concerts and in the Brandenburg Festival.Bursary - a bursary to attract and retain young singers who demonstrate talent and wish to join may be available on application.  The bursary covers all fees and music for one year and is conditional on committing to singing at all performances during the year.Rehearsals are held at the Polish Centre in Hammersmith, London W6 0RF. Chamber Choir on Wednesday evenings 6.30pm-7.45pm, Jazz Ensemble on Monday evenings 6,30pm-8pm.  We’re a very sociable choir and there are plenty of opportunities for meeting like minded friends! There are also two Addison unauditioned larger choirs for people of all abilities: the Oratorio Choir and the Jazz Choir, should these be of interest.To arrange an informal audition or for more information, contact Julie Davies our Membership Coordinator on 07531 447960, or email us at info@addison-singers.org.uk , or see our website http://www.addison-singers.org.uk/

Morna Wheatley ● 3395d0 Comments ● 3395d

Cygnet Players, in association with letyano, present The Witches of Eastwick

Cygnet Players, in association with letyano, present The Witches of EastwickFrom Wednesday 18th to Saturday 21st February 2015At London Oratory School Theatre, Seagrave Road, London, SW6 1RXPerformances nightly at 7.45pm with a 2.30pm Saturday matineeTickets £16 (£13 concessions) can be bought from the Cygnet Players box office on 07941 448 689 or via www.cygnetplayers.com TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT!We're offering all those who book before 11.55pm on 31st January 2015 a 10% discount on their ticket price! Simply book online via the 'Tickets' tab at www.cygnetplayers.com, and use the discount code DEVIL. Book and lyrics by John Dempsey | Music by Dana P RoweBased on the novel by John Updike and Warner Bros. Motion Pictures About the show In the tiny New England town of Eastwick, Rhode Island, three modern-day witches innocently plot and conjure over a heady brew of weak martinis and peanut butter brownies. But when their longings are made flesh in the arrival of one Darryl Van Horne, all hell breaks loose. Quite literally.

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The Witches of Eastwick

Cygnet Players, in association with letyano, present The Witches of EastwickFrom Wednesday 18th to Saturday 21st February 2015At London Oratory School Theatre, Seagrave Road, London, SW6 1RXPerformances nightly at 7.45pm with a 2.30pm Saturday matineeTickets £16 (£13 concessions) can be bought from the Cygnet Players box office on 07941 448 689 or via www.cygnetplayers.com TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT!We're offering all those who book before 11.55pm on 31st January 2015 a 10% discount on their ticket price! Simply book online via the 'Tickets' tab at www.cygnetplayers.com, and use the discount code DEVIL. Book and lyrics by John Dempsey | Music by Dana P RoweBased on the novel by John Updike and Warner Bros. Motion Pictures About the show In the tiny New England town of Eastwick, Rhode Island, three modern-day witches innocently plot and conjure over a heady brew of weak martinis and peanut butter brownies. But when their longings are made flesh in the arrival of one Darryl Van Horne, all hell breaks loose. Quite literally.

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Strike Looms For Ambulance Service In January

The pay for nurses and ambulance staff has not been raised in line with inflation every since the financial crash. They have effectively been subsidising the NHS. And on top of this Jeremy Hunt refused the recommendation of a 1 (just ONE) percent rise made by the NHS independent pay review body earlier this year.What else can they do but strike if no one will listen? They have an excellent case for a rise.

Una Hodgkins ● 3401d0 Comments ● 3401d

Chelsea Academy Sixth Form Open Evening

We would be delighted to meet you at our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 8th January from 6pm.To find out more about our Outstanding Academy please visit http://chelsea-academy.org/sixth_form.

Holly Power ● 3411d0 Comments ● 3411d

Former Council Leader Announces Bid to Become London Mayor

Looking at the photo at the top of the "Team Greenhalgh" sign-up web page, I was surprised and saddened to see that three continuing Tory councillors, including the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, are supporting his candidacy for Mayor of London.This is Stephen Greenhalgh the "bottom pincher", the developer's bosom friend, the demolisher of council estates, the scourge of the urban poor (author of the callous "Principles for Social Housing Reform" Localis pamphlet 2009 (http://www.localis.org.uk/images/localis%20principles%20for%20social%20housing%20reform%20web.pdf) and "Ways out of London" video 2008 - no longer on You Tube!), this supporter of water cannons for the Metropolitan Police, etc...? The list shows that his every instinct is to oppress the weak and control dissent.But Greenhalgh's policies are discredited. At the Council election in May 2014 the electorate rejected the "Conservatives" (more accurately American-style "neo-liberals") because they had by then hung themselves by the rope of their own policies. If moderate conservatives want to regain some credibility it is time that the "old guard" of the extreme right in Hammersmith was, quite simply, disbanded. Charlie Dewhirst and Greg Smith would also do well to distance themselves from Greenhalgh.

Una Hodgkins ● 3415d0 Comments ● 3415d

Local Hospitals "Require Improvement"

Save Our Hospitals has responded to the CQC's report as follows:Overall, this is a disappointing report, but not entirely surprising.The rating of the A&E at St Mary’s as inadequate bears out what we have been saying for some time: problems in the handover area for ambulances; problems with ambulance turnaround times; worrying issues about early discharge; lack of adequate links with primary care services which would keep people out of hospital.Yet the A&E at Charing Cross, marked for closure, is rated as ‘good’.Why are Imperial planning to move the stroke unit, ‘third best performing stroke unit in the country’ according to the CQC, from Charing Cross to St Mary’s?Outpatient services across Imperial’s hospitals are rated as ‘inadequate’. There are concerns about inconsistent cleanliness, infection control and hygiene across the Trust. There are significant backlogs for elective surgery and major staff shortages in some wards with an over-reliance on agency and bank staff. Bed capacity for some areas is a cause for concern. Save Our Hospitals is left wondering why Imperial Health Trust and the CCG should proceed with the largest reorganisation of the NHS before they have got outpatient treatment – increasingly long appointment and then clinic waiting times – sorted. We are told the aim is to treat more people in the community – but outpatient bookings, key to out of hospital services - at all 3 hospitals has not increased capacity to meet patient needs, nor have appropriate additional links with primary care been established – where these currently exist!The management response to the report is worryingly complacent. The CQC has found some serious concerns which cannot be wished away. Imperial College Healthcare Trust needs to get the basics right before embarking on the major reorganisation that is planned across NW London. Already the closure of two small A&Es in the NW London area has caused Imperial to fall dramatically in the league tables for A&E waiting times. To proceed with the demolition of Charing Cross, the sale of 55% of the land and the building of a mini-hospital there with no acute beds and no real A&E, the demolition of 45% of St Mary’s with a major rebuild there and the closure of the Western Eye Hospital is a serious attack on local health provision.SOH is calling for a moratorium on further reorganisation, for a rethink of the proposals and a new consultation based on clear clinical evidence that that reorganisation will work. From the CQC report it seems that current provision is inadequate and now is not the time to reduce the number of beds and close A&Es and move a world class stroke unit to another hospital.

Una Hodgkins ● 3415d0 Comments ● 3415d

Choose the right care this Christmas

People in Hammersmith and Fulham are being encouraged to choose the right care for their need this Christmas to help ease pressure on NHS services.Many common winter illnesses and injuries, such as colds and flu, can be treated at home with a well-stocked medicine cabinet containing:-Paracetamol and ibuprofen for pain relief -Decongestants for cold and flu symptoms such as blocked noses or sinuses-Tablets or liquids to help with heartburn and other digestion problems-Antiseptic wipes for cuts, grazes and minor wounds-Rehydration remedies-A thermometer-Plasters and sterile dressings-AntihistaminesYour local pharmacist can provide professional, confidential advice and treatment without an appointment. You can see a pharmacist for a range of problems including coughs, colds, skin conditions, aches and pains, and stomach complaints or emergency contraception. They may prescribe you with over-the-counter remedies and will be able to advise on medicines that are safe to use with any other medications you are already taking.There are a number of pharmacies open in Hammersmith and Fulham over Christmas. Click on the link below for more information.http://www.hammersmithfulhamccg.nhs.uk/media/14425/hammersmith_and_fulham_nwl_pharmacy_xmas_rota_20141.pdfIf you’re still unsure which care option to choose, NHS 111 is a round-the-clock phone service, free to call from landlines and mobiles. NHS 111 offers expert advice for situations when you need help urgently but it isn’t an emergency.The telephone team are fully-trained and supported by nurses, paramedics and other medical professionals. If they think you should see a healthcare professional, they will direct you to the correct service for your need, including GP practices that are open at weekends.Dr Tim Spicer, chair of Hammersmith and Fulham CCG, said: “During the winter months, an increase in winter illnesses and injuries puts additional pressure on health services, so it’s important to use your NHS wisely.“Self-care is important all year round but can be particularly essential during the winter months. It’s vital to drink lots of fluids to stay hydrated, and be sure to wrap up warm.“We would also encourage people to check in regularly with any neighbours or family members who might be vulnerable in the cold and the dark.“A&Es come under a lot of pressure at this time, so using services sensibly not only means that you will get the most suitable advice or treatment as quickly as possible, it also frees up emergency services for people with life-threatening illnesses or injuries.”

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'Old Fulham'- The Ideal Christmas Gift

'Old Fulham' By Francis Czucha An Illustrated 20th Century History 112 Pages Of Information & Memories. 230 Photographs. The Ideal Present For Fulham Folk. Can Be Ordered On-Line From Stenlake Publishing Who Deliver Worldwide http://www.stenlake.co.uk/books/view_book.php?ref=748

Francis Czucha ● 3420d0 Comments ● 3420d

Rugby Parking

Are you a reg to the Twickenham Rugby Ground for the matches and need to park?The United Resident Association and the Bridgelink Center are renting out our Car Park on match days.The car park has only 10 parking spaces so first come, its situated on Summerwood Rd, Isleworth Tw7.Cars £15 to park.Please contact me on 07561149063...

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Chelsea and Westminster Report "Raises More Doubt" about Charing Cross A&E Closure

WHY aren't residents of Fulham up in arms about the proposed closure of our local teaching hospital, with a blue-light A&E and 360 acute beds, and the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (the best in the country!) for the Imperial group of hospitals (Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust)?Residents in Hammersmith certainly are. See www.saveourhospitals.net and our petition: https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/moratorium-on-a-e-closures-and-hospital-reorganisationsPlease sign the petitions for Clive Efford's bill here:https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/back-clive-efford-mp-s-bill-to-save-our-n-h-s-2or here:http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/68064And there are plenty of ways of expressing support. Come to the vigil starting on Thursday 20th November at 7pm outside the House of Commons:http://www.savelewishamhospital.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/nhs-sleepover-with-lewisham-logo.png

Una Hodgkins ● 3455d0 Comments ● 3455d

Babysitting

Please let me know if anyone needs a babysitter.  I can do most evenings and weekends.  I work and live in the local area and have plenty of experience in babysitting for children from 18 months to 15 years. Please contact me on 07769 795 904.

Sophie Rice ● 3478d0 Comments ● 3478d

Tony Hadley, Spandau Ballet tickets available 19 October

I have 2 tickets available for Tony Hadley plus orchestra & special guests doing hits of Spandau Ballet at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Sunday 19th October. Stalls Row J. Cost me £80 each. Will sell for £60 each ONO. Please PM me if interested

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Protests at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust AGM

There were angry scenes at the Imperial AGM. Ross Lydall of the Evening Standard correctly recorded them in his blog of 26th September at   https://rosslydall.wordpress.com/2014/09/26/charing-cross-sell-off-vital-to-avoid-disastrous-pfi-deal-insists-hospital-chairman/The most salient parts of his report are:Sir Richard, fighting back against hostility from Save Our Hospitals campaigners at Imperial’s AGM on September 24, told them: “We don’t have any choice. We have a 19th century, 18th century estate on one of our sites [St Mary’s], trying to deliver healthcare to the best possible quality for your benefit.“If we don’t do that we will be in serious, serious trouble. There will be all sorts of problems. We have to rebuild our estate for your benefit, not for mine.”There were gasps of "But why demolish Charing Cross which dates from 1974, and is just 40 years old!"Andy Slaughter, Labour MP for Hammersmith, challenged Dr Tracey Batten, Imperial’s chief executive, to guarantee that “there will be no further closures or run-down of services, particularly at Charing Cross, unless and until you can demonstrate there is not a demand for these services”. He added: “Not to do that will be incredibly irresponsible.”Dr Batten said the trust was “guided by our clinicians” in all the proposed changes. She said: “We can only change the number of beds within our facilities when these community services are established. That is the way we need to work.”

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Looking for Frank Smith and Terry Smith

Dear All,My name Olivia from Indonesia.I'm looking my old friend who live in fulham area as I lost contact with them.His name is Frank Smith about 44 year old and his son is Terry Smith 7 year old.Please do contact me if you know Frank and Terry.My contact is oliviachandra88@yahoo.co.idThanks

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Fulham Memories On Robert Elms Radio Programme

Am still being contacted by folk who missed my appearance on the Robert Elms Show on BBC Radio London.You can listen to a podcast via the following link: http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/london/elms/elms_20140815-1500c.mp3

Francis Czucha ● 3530d0 Comments ● 3530d

Woman in Black - 4 tickets for Thurs 28th August

Anyone interested in 4 tickets for the Woman in Black on Thurs 28th August at 8pm bought as part of Kids Week special offer ie 2x £47.50 adult tickets and 2 free kids tickets - total £95 Ono accepted. Seats are in stalls Row K.  Sadly we can no longer go.

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