Surrey Mirror published Caterham Dene Hospital welcomes £83,000 boost

A MUCH-LOVED community hospital has received a new lease of life.Caterham Dene Hospital has been given an £83,000 boost – and dozens of guests were shown its new facilities and equipment at an open day last Thursday.And to cap it all a new shop was opened by its league of friends, which has provided all the new amenities for the hospital in Church Road.It's all a far cry from the state of play less than 20 years ago when the hospital was under threat of closure.Thousands of...

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Surrey Mirror published Reigate inspires RHS Chelsea Flower Show's crowning tribute to...

THE crowning glory of tributes to Queen Elizabeth II at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show is inspired by one created by the people of Reigate 180 years ago.Organisers commissioned two giant floral arches to commemorate the Queen's 90th birthday, to greet visitors entering the flagship show when it opens next month.Read more: Reigate to host birthday bash for the QueenThe structures are inspired by a triumphal arch created in Reigate in 1837 to mark Queen Victoria's passage through the town...

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Surrey Mirror published Nostalgia: Aerial view of Reigate from 50 years ago

YESTERYEAR has delved deep into the archives this week and pulled out an aerial picture of part of Reigate taken about 50 years ago.It shows the Price's Lane area of Woodhatch, South Park and Hartswood in the 1960s.The road running diagonally across the bottom left-hand corner is Prices Lane and in the right-hand bottom corner are houses in Kingsley Grove.PHOTOS: Can you see your home in our aerial views of East Surrey?In the centre of the picture is Orchard Way which leads up to a small...

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Surrey Mirror published Police hunt Epsom flasher who targeted dog walker

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TomVKlaveren published Banstead firefighters called as fire destroys car at golf course...

FIREFIGHTERS from Banstead were called to tackle a fire which destroyed a car at a controversial golf course development this afternoon (April 30)Firefighters from Banstead and Epsom were called to tackle the blaze at the Cherkley Court development at 1pm today after some refuse bins at the construction site caught fire. A car, which was nearby the bins, was destroyed in the fire and temporary buildings being used by construction workers were also damaged. A spokesman for Epsom Fire and Rescue...

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Surrey Mirror published Free Festival of Sport in Reigate

A BIGGER and better Festival of Sport is promised in Reigate's Priory Park tomorrow (Sunday). Visitors can try out a variety of sports, from croquet to boxing, at the free event. About 30 sports clubs will take part between 10.30am and 4.30pm, offering demonstrations and free activities. The Festival of Sport takes place alongside the YMCA Fun Run, organised by YMCA East Surrey. The races start and finish in the park and include routes for adults and a one-mile route for children from age...

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Surrey Mirror published Daredevil mayor from Horley gets ready for 30,000 night-time...

A DAREDEVIL deputy mayor is getting ready to skydive for a second time from 30,000 feet – this time in the dark.Reigate and Banstead borough councillor for Horley David Powell set a world record in 2014 when he completed a tandem skydive from the same height, aged 78.Now, in a bid to raise even more cash for the Royal British Legion, Mr Powell will repeat the stunt, once again in Memphis USA, but this time he is going to be falling at night.Mr Powell said: "Falling at around 300mph...

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Surrey Mirror published Time for Tea: Fothergills, St Martin's Walk, Dorking

After doing a few chores in the Dorking area the other afternoon I strolled into St Martin's Walk and decided to relax over a cuppa. A rather chill wind was blowing along the High Street and there were a few spots of rain in the wind. The warmth of Fothergills Coffee Lounge was welcome and I stepped in to find it still quite busy, despite the fact that it was quite late in the afternoon. I ambled up to the counter and a bunch of genial young women served me with a good measure of...

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Surrey Mirror published Pair of creative parents set up monthly craft market in Reigate

A PAIR of creative parents are hoping to showcase handmade crafts in a new monthly market. The Crafter's Market, which opens its doors for the first time today (Saturday) at St Mark's Hall in Alma Road, Reigate, will bring together craft makers wanting to showcase and sell their wares. Goods on sale will include jewellery and luxury scented candles. Liz Maginnis and Sarah Skitt decided to set up the market to support local makers. Ms Maginnis said: "Sarah and I are both passionate...

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Surrey Mirror published Rare eagle owl found collapsed in Gatton Park

A RARE predatory bird is taking flight again, after being found collapsed due to exhaustion and lack of food near Reigate.The European eagle owl was discovered by a member of the public at the bottom of a tree in Gatton Park.The owl is thought to have either escaped from its owner or been purposely freed.Rescuers from the Wildlife Aid Foundation (WAF) were amazed when the bird of prey arrived at their reception centre in Leatherhead.It is now recuperating in one of the foundation's large...

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Surrey Mirror published ARCHIVE PHOTOS: 29 pictures from the Woodhatch Half Marathon 1985

DID you run, jog or walk your way round the Woodhatch Half Marathon in 1985? Or maybe you took the opportunity to offer some support from the sidelines? Have a scroll through our pictures and see if there is anyone you recognise. There's even the odd dog or two.It looked pretty tough going! And don't forget to come back to our website every day, as we are regularly uploading new nostalgia galleries. If you enjoyed this, take a look through some of our other...

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BrianHaran published Ten vehicles damaged in one night in Earlswood

Ten vehicles in Earlswood have been damaged in one night.Police want to speak to the man in this CCTV image who they believe may be able to help them with their investigation.The incidents took place overnight on Sunday 10 April in Brambletye Park Road and Station Approach East.Witnesses reported seeing someone damaging car wing mirrors along the roads.PC John Simon who is investigating, said: "This is a completely mindless act which causes no end of inconvenience and cost to the owner of...

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Caitlin Webb published Home Secretary Theresa May visits Redhill

HOME Secretary Theresa May paid a flying visit to Redhill to see how young people are prevented from falling into a life of crime.In support of her colleague Reigate MP Crispin Blunt , Theresa May spoke to staff from YMCA East Surrey who work for the National Probation Service.Details of the visit were kept under wraps and the Government minister was accompanied by a three-car entourage and half-a-dozen security guards.During her brief stopover Theresa May took a tour around the accommodation in...

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K_Seckington published Craig Tanner resigns as Chipstead manager

HE GUIDED them out of the relegation zone and secured Ryman League safety since taking over in November, but Craig Tanner has now resigned as Chipstead manager.The former Tooting & Mitcham United boss told the High Road club of his decision on Wednesday. He said: "On Wednesday, I tendered my resignation from my position as manager of Chipstead. By no means was this an easy decision but it was a decision based on honesty and commitment."When I took over as manager of Chipstead the...

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DBlaylock published ​What will the weather be like in Surrey this bank holiday...

Oh yeah – three days off work. Whoop!But should we be getting out in the garden and finally mowing that lawn or curl up under the duvet with a box set or three?With a bit of help from our friends at the Met Office, here's what we should have in store:Short version: sunny spells and a few showers. Breezy.Want to know more? Rest of today: Generally dry with some sunny spells but the chance of a few wintry showers, especially over more northerly parts of the region. And yep, a risk of hail....

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Mark Davison published Stormtroopers set to take Lower Kingswood by storm

To mark the start of the Lower Kingswood Village Fete this Bank Holiday Monday, children from Kingswood Primary School, Girl Guides, Brownies, Rainbows, Cubs, Scouts, and Beavers will parade along Buckland Road at 1.10pm dressed as their favourite movie characters.The children will be accompanied by Stormtroopers and other members of the UK Garrison of the 501st Legion Star Wars costume group cast who will be providing "security" for the Mayor, Councillor Mrs Joan Spiers, when she...

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Josh_Searle published COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2016: Full list of candidates standing in...

BOROUGH council elections in Reigate and Banstead take place this year on May 5.Voters will be asked to vote for one of the candidates standing in their geographical area or ward,Reigate and Banstead Borough Council is divided into 19 wards (a full map is available here).Most wards have three Councillors who are each elected for a four year term of office.Scroll down for the candidates in your wardThe Surrey Mirror has asked each political party to supply 150 words, explaining what the party has...

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Surrey Mirror published Can you spot the difference between these historic pictures of...

LOCAL historian Cliff Uwins, of Earlsbrook Road, Earlswood, was taken back in time when he saw the two 1920s pictures of Redhill town centre in our April 7 edition.The two photographs had been sent in anonymously to Mirror.Mr Uwins then revealed he had a photo of his own, taken from exactly the same angle in Station Road 93 years ago. His also shows the Warwick Hotel and the Wesleyan Church. But can you spot the subtle difference between the two photos?Have you spotted it?Photographer Harry...

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Surrey Mirror published Reigate and Banstead council criticised over £10K payment...

A £10,000 payment from Reigate and Banstead Borough Council's chief executive to a lobbying group has been described as "inappropriate".The office of John Jory, head of paid service at the council, handed over the money in January this year to private company The Gatwick Diamond Initiative.Mr Jory is also a local authority member of the firm and has been one of its directors since 2011.Read more: Plans for huge Horley business park to go forwardAnti-development campaigners have...

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Surrey Mirror published Revealed: Plans for third platform at Reigate station

NETWORK Rail is planning to build another platform at Reigate station. Currently both platforms are too short to accommodate a larger train that will form the Thameslink services to London Bridge. However Reigate Society's chairman for transport Bruce Healey told the Mirror it is against the potential plans for the platform, which will be built on car park space. Read more: Redhill station to expand with £50m 'Platform 0' "I think an extra platform at Reigate is complete...

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shams_surrey published Trains through Redhill delayed after signalling problem

SOUTHERN train services through Redhill are subject to delays and disruption due to a signalling problem at the station.Disruption is expected to last until 7pm tonight. Trains could be delayed by uo to 15 minutes.Services affected include all Southern routes services through the town, Thameslink between Bedford and Brighton and Gatwick Express services between London Victoria and Brighton.Read more: Redhill station to expand with £50m 'Platform 0'Great Western Railway is no longer being...

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Josh_Searle published Tributes paid to Tadworth man Lee Taylor, who was found dead...

TRIBUTES have been paid to a Tadworth man, who was found dead the day after the unexpected death of his wife.Lee Taylor, 48, was discovered by police at about 11.25pm on Sunday, about 16 hours after he disappeared from his home.Mr Taylor had been dropped home by family members at about 8pm on Saturday, following the unexpected death of his wife, Carole, earlier that day.An urgent missing persons appeal was launched seven hours after Mr Taylor left his home at around 7am on Sunday, in his silver...

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TomVKlaveren published Man left with broken nose and cheek bone after "unprovoked...

SURREY Police are asking for witnesses after a man was attacked as he walked along the road on Sunday afternoon (April 24)The man was walking past TK Maxx between 2- 2.10pm when he was assaulted by two males in what is believed to be an unprovoked attack, leaving him with a broken nose and broken cheek bone.Surrey Police are now asking for anyone who was in the area at this time and who may have seen the two suspects to come forward.PC Ashley Eyden, who is investigating the incident, said:...

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DeborahMorris published Take your pony for a pint at The Cricketers in Cobham

Enjoy a drink with your horse at The Cricketers in Cobham.Stop off with your equine friend for refreshments mid-hack at the newly-restored pub brasserie, which is now open again. There's a dedicated area to tether up horses outside and while you enjoy a drink and a quick bite to eat, they will get a warm welcome too, with water to quench their thirst. The pub will be introducing water buckets for the horses over the next few weeks.And if you want to be near them, the terrace next to the common...

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Surrey Mirror published 1,700 children join Harlequins players at Old Reigatian for...

MORE than 1,700 children, and several Harlequins players, descended on Park Lane on Sunday for the Surrey RFU Development Festival.With young rugby enthusiasts from U7s to U12s taking part, teams were able to play several matches throughout the day, helping to improve their rugby skills and have lots of fun.For more photos from the festival, click hereAt the end all children received their own medal to take home with them, and one child per team was awarded a player of the festival award, which...

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Surrey Mirror published Manager Porter satisfied with ever-improving South Park

IT WAS a season that could have gone either way for South Park after big changes in the summer, but manager Malcolm Porter is delighted to see the Sparks progressing on the pitch again.Park finished their second season in the Ryman League Division One South in 11th with 72 points from their 46 games, having scored seven more goals than they conceded.And Porter believes the handful of additions he made over the summer paid dividends."When you look at the start of the season, Joe...

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Surrey Mirror published Fowler warns Whyteleafe players their futures are on the line

WHYTELEAFE manager John Fowler has revealed what he told his players at half-time of their 5-2 defeat at Chatham Town on Saturday – "You have got 45 minutes to convince me that you still want to be at this club".Strong words, but it has been a season of mediocrity at Church Road, ending with a shocking display at home to the 19th-placed Chats, who had led 4-2 at the break.A hat-trick from Chatham's Luke Medley and two more from Austin Edwards and Liam Hickey were too much for...

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Mark Davison published SURREY WEATHER: Thick frost this morning. Temperatures below...

It is the start of May on Sunday but winter conditions have affected motorists again this morning. Thousands of drivers setting off on their morning commute will have to allow extra time to scrape thick ice off windscreens.In Charlwood, the temperature has been down to -1.5C and at Kenley Airfield, to -1C. Weatherman Ian Currie said that Surrey valleys have had 11 frosts this April compared to just one in December, which was exceptionally mild. In Reigate, the town area saw the temperature fall...

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Surrey Mirror published Cyclist knocked down in shock road-rage attack in Horley

A CYCLIST was left for dead after being knocked off his bike in an apparent road-rage hit-and-run.Don Reed was thrown onto the bonnet of a Mercedes after its driver ploughed into him following a row about how close to the bicycle the motorist had come when overtaking.Mr Reed was cycling along Meath Green Lane, from Salfords towards Horley, last Tuesday when the car came up behind him.The 44-year-old from Ifield, West Sussex, was going round several bends and slowed down to allow the driver to...

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Surrey Mirror published Redhill station to expand with £15m 'Platform 0'

A NEW £15 million platform is being built at Redhill railway station.The plan for Platform 0 is to give extra space for passengers who are taking trains bound for London, and the work is scheduled to be completed by early 2018.To commute to London, passengers will take trains from either the new platform or Platform 2, to be accessed through the tunnel, while Platform 1 will be used for trains terminating at the station.Chairman of the Reigate, Redhill and District Rail Users'...

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Surrey Mirror published Anger as Reigate Reception children are sent to school three...

FAMILIES of four-year-olds allocated schools miles from their homes say their children are being failed by the school places system.It comes as figures show children have a worse chance of gaining a place at their first-choice school in the Reigate and Banstead borough than those in Surrey as a whole.Reigate parents allocated their tenth closest school are furious that no primary in their town has room for their child.Read more: What to do if you're not happy with your primary school...

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Surrey Mirror published Five things to do in Surrey this May Day bank holiday weekend

Get set for the May Day bank holiday weekend - Deborah Morris lists five events happening in Surrey1. The Market Stores Beers & Blues festival, Reigate This free festival returns for the fourth time, with its smokey barbecue flavours, craft beers, real ales and music. Headlining is New Orleans boogie-woogie blues piano prodigy Joe Mac and his four-piece band. Returning to play is Will Johns and his searing guitar on Saturday (April 30), showcasing glimpses of his new album as he ends...

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Surrey Mirror published Crystal Palace set to help out African country, reveals chief...

Crystal Palace's chief executive Phil Alexander has been out to Cameroon this week, as the club look to help the country at national level and boost the local communities.The Eagles have offered to assist the Cameroon Football Federation and the meeting between Alexander and his counterparts in Africa was also a chance for the Fecafoot president Tombi A Roko Sidiki to present his 11-point action plan aimed at changing the fortunes of the federation.One of his ideas is looking to develop the...

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Surrey Mirror published Seven dog-friendly pubs in Surrey

Enjoy a pint with your pooch by your side. Deborah Morris lists seven pubs in Surrey which welcome dogs, as long as their owners are well-behaved...1. The Kings Head, Balcombe Road, Horley For dogs: Dogs are welcome both inside and out – as long as they keep their owners under control – and some are regular customers. Doggie biscuits and bowls of water await. For owners: People from as far as Three Bridges and Gatwick and even further afield call in to The Kings Head. There is live...

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Surrey Mirror published Cabaye delight for Crystal Palace - 'We were all together'

Yohan Cabaye is delighted he will take part in the final of the FA Cup for the first time.Crystal Palace's Frenchman has featured in high profile games for France and former club Paris St Germain, but will now step out in the final of the world's famous cup competition in May.And Cabaye says Palace deserved to beat Watford on Sunday."It's a great feeling," he said. "We haven't had a good second part of the season in the Premier League."Now we have reached the FA Cup final and...

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shams_surrey published Charlwood man arrested over alleged drug offences after police...

SEVEN men were arrested early this morning (Wednesday) on suspicion of drug offences after a police officer spotted cars meeting at midnight in a country lane.An officer was patrolling Charlwood Road in Ifield when he spotted two cars parked close together in a small side road,The two vehicles were then blocked in by police cars. When an officer approached he allegedly noticed a strong smell of cannabis.A 44-year-old man from Charlwood was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to...

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Caitlin Webb published Syrian Refugee Crisis: East Surrey MPs reject plan to accept...

EAST Surrey MPs have voted to reject a plan to take in 3,000 unaccompanied Syrian child refugees who have arrived in Europe.The amendment to the Immigration Bill was proposed by Labour's Lord Dubs, who arrived in the UK as a child refugee during the Holocaust in the 1930s.It was rejected with 294 votes to 274 on Monday night and votes against include chairman of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee, Reigate MP Crispin Blunt and Education minister Sam Gyimah, who is MP for East Surrey.Government...

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Josh_Searle commented Southern urges rail union to call off strikes, as East Surrey...

SOUTHERN has urged a rail union to suspend strikes planned for next month, as East Surrey faces another four days of disruption.The rail operator and the RMT are set to sit down for talks on Friday, ahead of further conductor strikes planned for May 10-13.The union's members have been striking this week over plans by Southern to change conductor roles, proposals the RMT say compromise passenger safety.Southern says the strikes will disrupt 600,000 passengers.Chief operating officer Dyan Crowther...

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Surrey Mirror published Horley HSBC bank to close summer 2016

CUSTOMERS of what was once known as 'the world's local bank', have been informed it will be closing its Horley branch this summer.Banking juggernaut HSBC, which has a local branch at 77 Victoria Road, Horley, wrote to its customers this week to announce the branch was closing due to a lack of use.In a letter, which many would have received today (Wednesday), HSBC told its customers that it would be closing the branch at 3pm on Friday, July 22.Horley HSBC bankers will now have to make the 15...

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Mark Davison published Surrey weather: Frost and snow in April!

Snow sleet and hail showers followed by a sharp frost have left people in Surrey shivering, just days before the start of May.Wintry showers swept down on Reigate, Redhill and Banstead yesterday afternoon, and a few showers are expected this afternoon which could be wintry, too, especially on the Surrey hills.There is more frost expected tonight, according to weather expert, Ian Currie, who said: "We had no grass frost in December but have had seven so far this April and several air frosts....

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Josh_Searle published Firefighters called to 'suspicious' car fire in Smallfield

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a "suspicious" car fire in Smallfield during the early hours of this morning.Crew members from Horley's station were called to Perrylands Lane at about 12.30am to find a Ford Focus engulfed in flames.They extinguished the fire, but no owner was present at the scene.The cause is being investigated and one crew member described the blaze as "suspicious".

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Surrey Mirror published Merstham primary could grow by 50 per cent to help bridge school...

A MERSTHAM primary will become 50 per cent bigger as Surrey County Council attempts to keep up with demand for places.An extra 210 pupils will be going to school at Furzefield Primary if the plans are signed off.No planning application has yet been submitted for extra buildings needed to accommodate the children, but the council says the Delabole Road site has capacity.The pupil roll will grow by 30 children each year from this coming September, from the current 420 to 630. But the expansion...

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Surrey Mirror published Redhill rock school to open second venue in Reigate

A ROCK school set up in Redhill to inspire the next generation of musicians is opening a second venue in Reigate to keep up with demand.The Rock Project, which initially opened in Redhill's Salvation Army hall in February, helps 7-18 year olds develop their musical skills and perform in their own band.Run by husband and wife team Sara McGinley and Dominic Knowlson, the school quickly reached capacity and the couple will now open a second school in Subud Hall, Allingham Road.Mr Knowlson said:...

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Surrey Mirror published Limpsfield man achieves sixth university degree - aged 69

FOR someone who failed his 11-plus exam, David Sutherland has done amazingly well.Now approaching his 70th birthday, he certainly proves the theory that you're never too old to learn.And on Tuesday this week the grandfather of three clinched his sixth university degree.He was congratulated at his latest graduation ceremony, at London's Birkbeck College, by its president, TV and radio presenter Dame Joan Bakewell.Mr Sutherland, who lives in Stanhopes, Limpsfield, has done everything from...

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Surrey Mirror published Connor Wickham, Wilfried Zaha and I were on it at Wembley, says...

CONNOR Wickham's potential in football is "huge", according to Crystal Palace team-mate Yannick Bolasie.Striker Wickham scored the winning goal for the Eagles in Sunday's FA Cup semi-final clash with Watford on 61 minutes.It has been a fragmented season for the summer signing, who has been injured three times this season and unable to go on a regular run of games.And Bolasie believes Wickham is only going to get better and better."For us to bounce back like we did after the...

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Caitlin Webb published Rail Strike: Conductors protest at Redhill station

CONDUCTORS from Southern Rail have taken the picket line to Redhill today.Members of the RMT Union took part in industrial action against the implementation of Driver Only Operation trains that would remove conductors from trains.Merstham resident Simon Maskell, has been a conductor for 15 years and he said: "I am striking because of the safety aspect. If we are not on the train and there is danger - how are people going to get to safety? We make people feel safe and also make sure people...

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Surrey Mirror published Crystal Palace ace mocks own boss - 'My goal is better because...

YANNICK Bolasie has revealed he and the Crystal Palace squad were shown by Alan Pardew what he did 26 years ago in the FA Cup ahead of Sunday's win over Watford.The winger put Palace ahead early on, heading in from a near post flick-on – similar to Pardew's goal in 1990 against Liverpool.Bolasie felt it was important Palace got an early lead, and they were fairly comfortable throughout despite Watford's equaliser from a corner."The gaffer showed us his goal in the 1990 semi-final on...

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Surrey Mirror published Crystal Palace boss reminded us of his big moment in 1990 ahead...

CONNOR Wickham admits Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew kept reminding the squad of how big his goal was in the 1990 FA Cup semi-final ahead of Sunday's game with Watford.The striker grabbed the winning goal for the Eagles in a 2-1 win, but it was Yannick Bolasie who headed home the opener on six minutes – the exact routine as Pardew's goal 26 years ago.Wickham believes Palace's aerial ability at set-plays is a big factor and will come into play against Manchester United in the final in...

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BrianHaran published Two late night burglaries in Whyteleafe - police issue warning

Two late-night burglaries in Whyteleafe have prompted a police warning.They took place in Portley Wood Road overnight on Thursday.A property was ransacked before DVDs, a Play Station, computer games, hard drives and keys were taken.In the second house, the burglar alarm was activated and no items were stolen.Neighbourhood Inspector Dan Gutierrez said: "When leaving your house during the day, make sure all doors and windows are closed and locked."Fit and use an alarm system and when you...

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Josh_Searle published CCTV appeal after 'malicious' gun-point robbery at Horley...

CCTV footage has been released following an armed robbery at a jewellers in Horley.Police were called to Magpie Jewellers, in Victoria Road, at around 9.25am on April 13, after two men stormed into the shop.They smashed a owner Frank Berrington in the face with a handgun, before stealing a counter full of diamonds.Police officers have this week released CCTV images of two men they would like to speak to in connection with the incident.PC Steve Pearman said: "This was a malicious attack on a...

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shams_surrey published Baffling scenes as snow hits Surrey

SNOWFALL was spotted in Surrey this lunchtime. You would be forgiven for thinking it was spring, given that a) it's April and b) temperatures are finally in the double figures, but this morning's blue skies were strangely interrupted by a brief flurry of snow. It was not cold or abundant enough to carpet any roads or footpaths, but it did last long enough for weather watchers to capture the extraordinary spectacle on camera. Surrey Police's crime-fighting helicopter, based at Redhill...

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