TomVKlaveren published Yogurts from Tesco, Waitrose, Asda, Sainsbury's and Co-op...

A yogurt manufacturer has been forced to recall a number of its products, including some supermarket own brands, due to fears they may contain pieces of rubber.Yeo Valley is recalling many of its chilled yogurts from Asda, Co-operative, Sainsbury's, Tesco and Waitrose as they possibly contain small pieces of rubber and be a risk to health.The recall concerns products with a range of use by dates between mid-July and late August, and advice from the Food Standards Agency is to not eat the...

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Josh_Searle published When does the new Sainsbury's in Redhill open?

The first section of the new Redhill Sainsbury's store opens its doors to the public this week.Construction work at the Warwick Quadrant is still ongoing with the new superstore taking shape where Lombard House once stood.But half of the new supermarket is set to open on Wednesday, to allow the current store to close and be demolished. This will clear the way for the other half to be built.The initial section of the new store will be approximately the same size as the current Sainsbury's.Read...

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On my person in my handbag on my staycation this year is: A Month in the Country by J.L. Carr: Tom Birkin is a haunted survivor of World War One and spends the summer restoring a medieval wall-painting in a church in a village in Yorkshire. Beautifully and richly sentimental, this semi-autobiographical novel is a … Continue reading Staycation Material →

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Josh_Searle published RideLondon: Photos from the day as thousands of cyclists pass...

Thousands of cyclists have taken to the streets of Surrey today, from those competing for the first time to Tour de France winner Chris Froome. Two events during the three-day festival, the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 and the Prudential RideLondon Surrey Classic led cyclists along routes through the Surrey Hills, Dorking, Abinger, Leatherhead and Oxshott. There was disruption during RideLondon-Surrey 100's first few hours, after serious crashes left two riders hospitalised. This created...

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Josh_Searle published Police bail a man arrested on suspicion of fisherman's murder

A man arrested in connection with the murder of a fisherman in Surrey has been bailed. Officers were holding a 25-year-old from Long Ditton, after the body of a man was discovered in the River Thames on Thursday. Officers have previously said they believe the man was fishing before the incident, which took place in Walton-on-Thames. A post-mortem carried out on Friday established he died from trauma to the head. The man, in his 40s, has yet to be formally identified but his next of kin have...

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Josh_Searle published RideLondon disrupted in Surrey after air ambulance called to two...

A cyclist who was taking part in The Prudential RideLondon event today has been taken to hospital in a serious condition, after hitting a tree.Emergency services, including paramedics and several air ambulances, were called to Warren Lane in Pyrford, Surrey at 9.05am.A spokeswoman for South East Coast Ambulance Service said: "At some point he unfortunately had hit a tree. He is in a serious condition. An air ambulance attended and he has been taken to St George's Hospital in...

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Josh_Searle published RideLondon: Live updates as thousands of cyclists hit the streets...

The Prudential RideLondon arrived in Mole Valley this morning. More than 25,000 amateur and 150 professional cyclists are taking on challenging rides through London and Surrey as part of the annual festival of cycling, with Tour de France winner Chris Froome set to line up among the riders in the professional race. Two events during the festival, the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 and the Prudential RideLondon – Surrey Classic will take cyclists along routes through the Surrey Hills,...

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TomVKlaveren published Chessington Zoo celebrates its 85th anniversary and releases...

Chessington World of Adventures has released some amazing pictures from throughout the history of their zoo as they celebrate its 85th birthday.The zoo first opened its gates on July 28, 1931 and was the brainchild of entrepreneur and WW1 flight lieutenant Reginald Goddard who brought Burnt Stub mansion as a place to house his large collection of exotic animals. Upon buying the mansion Mr Goddard opened Chessington Zoological Gardens to the public where it quickly became known for its many...

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Surrey Mirror published Redhill Waterstones holding party for Harry Potter and the Cursed...

Thousands of people across Surrey are eagerly awaiting the release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child script, with the play's official premiere taking place at the Palace Theatre in London's West End tonight. Sunday July 31 is the official release date, chosen because it marks Harry's birthday in the stories, and also author J. K. Rowling's birthday. The play Cursed Child, which Rowling co-authored with Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, is set 19 years after the events of Rowling's final...

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Josh_Searle published Rail union and Southern set for talks after five-day strike...

RMT and Southern are set to hold talks, after the rail union announced a plan to hold a five-day strike.Discussions between the two organisations, which have been battling for months over planned changes to conductor roles, are in the process of being organised by ACAS, the advisory, conciliation and arbitration service.It follows RMT announcing a five-day walk-out between August 8-12.The union have been part of an ongoing bitter dispute with Southern and its parent company Govia Thameslink...

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Josh_Searle published All you need to know for the opening of Reigate's new bar

Mishiko, Reigate's newest cocktail bar, is set to open this evening. The venue, which is replacing former nightclub JJ Whispers, was due to welcome its first guests last Saturday, but postponed due to "circumstances unforeseen". Redesign work has been taking place ever since JJ Whispers closed last month and we've compiled a roundup of all the changes and what you need to know if you're attending its grand opening tonight. Get there early Doors open at 7pm tonight and Mishiko...

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Josh_Searle published Man bailed as Headley pool party murder investigation continues

A man arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Ricardo Hunter at a Headley pool party has been bailed.Officers had been holding a 38-year-old from London on suspicion of murder and attempted murder while they continued to investigate the death of Mr Hunter, of Coulsdon, who was shot dead in the early hours of Monday at the private get-together.Yesterday Surrey Police confirmed they have been granted a 24-hour extension to continue questioning the arrested man.DCI Paul Rymarz, from the...

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Josh_Searle published No trains running between Oxted and Uckfield

A signalling problem has led to the suspension of all trains between Oxted and Uckfield. Services are not running between the two stations because of the issue, which is also causing knock-on delays in the East Grinstead area. Passengers have been experiencing delays for most of this morning because of the problem, although replacement buses are running. Read next: Rail union battling Southern over conductor roles announces FIVE DAY strike #Eridge - Disruption trains between Oxted and...

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Josh_Searle published Man arrested on suspicion of murder after dead body discovered in...

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a dead body was discovered in the River Thames.Officers were called to Walton-on-Thames on Thursday following concerns for the safety of a missing man, believed to have been fishing in the river before disappearing.After a search of the river by firefighters, a body was discovered at about 4.45pm and a post-mortem yesterday concluded he died from trauma to the head.The arrested man remains in custody.Senior Investigating Officer, detective...

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Surrey Mirror published Former Caterham watchmaker, 88, thanks Tesco staff for doing his...

A former Caterham watchmaker has praised the staff at a Tesco store where he injured himself during his weekly shop.Paul Hoffman, 88, was crossing Brighton Road after getting off the 466 bus, where he had travelled to do his shop from his home in Old Coulsdon.According to Paul, as he was crossing the road, a car approached before the driver beeped its horn to try and get the retired watchmaker to move faster to the other side.Paul said he tried to move quicker, but tripped and fell as he...

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Josh_Searle published Surrey Police launch murder investigation after man's body found...

Surrey Police have launched a murder investigation after a man's body was found in a river.Officers were called to Walton-on-Thames yesterday following concerns for the safety of a missing man, believed to have been fishing in the River Thames before disappearing.After a search of the river by firefighters, a body was discovered at about 4.45pm and a post-mortem today concluded he died from trauma to the head.Senior Investigating Officer, detective superintendent Adam Hibbert, said: "The...

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ChrisMadden published New Go Ape resort opens in Surrey at Chessington World of...

Want to unleash your inner Tarzan? Well now you can – at a new Go Ape Tree Top Adventure in Chessington.The new attraction, at Chessington World of Adventures Resort, opened on July 16 and features high ropes, crossings, tunnels and a zip line.The new course is the 30th Tree Top Adventure in the UK and can entertain adults for up to 3 hours of traversing the high wires and bridges suspended between trees at the resort. The one-of-a kind four person zip-wire is also a UK first for Go...

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CaitlinWebb published Surrey council leader slams rail union's planned five-day strike

The leader of Surrey County Council has criticised plans for a five-day strike on the Southern Network.Rail Union RMT confirmed yesterday that members will walkout from 12.01am on Monday, August 8 until 12.59pm on August 12, following strikes earlier this year.The union is battling Southern and its parent company Govia Thameslink Railway over proposed changes to the job roles of conductors.Members of the union have walked out four times in the last three months over the plans, which are set to...

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Josh_Searle published Heartless thieves steal a Bob the Builder bouncy castle from a...

Heartless thieves broke into a Horley pub garden and stole a deflated Bob the Builder bouncy castle, forcing parents to cancel children's parties.Staff at The Kings Head, in Balcombe Road, noticed the inflatable was missing from the pub's garden first thing yesterday morning.CCTV from the pub shows two men jump over the pub's back fence at about 11.45pm on Wednesday, un-peg the bouncy castle from the ground before making off with it.Read more: Waitrose boosts house prices by almost...

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TomVKlaveren published Finding Dory themed swim activity sessions come to Reigate and...

Do your children want the chance to swim like Dory, hide like Hank the octopus or splash like a sea lion?Thanks to an initiative between Disney, the Amateur Swimming Association and Change4Life families in Reigate and Banstead will be able to "just keep swimming" in special Finding Dory-themed water activities.The hour long sessions, based on core aquatic skills and led by a trained instructor, will take place in Redhill, Horley and Tadworth as well as 54 other Better public swimming...

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Josh_Searle published Police admit armed officers were surrounding empty house in...

Surrey Police have admitted armed officers spent hours guarding an empty house in Smallfield yesterday.Careys Wood residents awoke yesterday morning to extraordinary scenes of officers locked in a standoff with what they believed to be an armed man inside one of the quiet road's houses.A search for 57-year-old Hodge, who is wanted on suspicion of drugs and firearms offences, is ongoing after the news emerged yesterday afternoon that he was not inside the house, which officers had been guarding...

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ChrisMadden published RideLondon: What you need to know before Sunday's bike ride

The Prudential RideLondon is coming to Mole Valley this weekend.Cyclists will follow in the tyre tracks of Olympians when this year's event brings riders back to Surrey on Sunday.More than 25,000 amateur and 150 professional cyclists will take on challenging rides through London and Surrey as part of the annual festival of cycling with Tour de France winner Chris Froome set to line up among the riders in the professional race.Two events during the festival, the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100...

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shams_surrey published Which Surrey roads have been hit by burglars this month?

Has your road been hit by crime this month? Surrey Police has reminded residents to keep their homes safe, especially during the warm weather, which could see opportunist burglars making the most of open windows and doors. We've listed the locations where a burglary has been reported to police this month. Is your area on the list? For Surrey Police's advice on keeping your home safe from burglars, click here. Friday, July 1 None reported Saturday, July 2 None reported Sunday, July...

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CaitlinWebb published Smallfield suspect Paul Hodge "not a threat" as police...

A wanted man is still on the run after apparently fleeing a drug raid in Smallfield yesterday.Paul Hodge, 57, has still not been found by the police despite officers surrounding his property for ten hours yesterday.Police arrived at his house in Careys Wood at around 6am as part of an operation to dismantle a network of suspected drug dealers.Read more: Everything we know so far about the Smallfield police standoffThey also raided 15 other addresses across East Surrey and 10 people were...

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TomVKlaveren published Unofficial opening of Dorking's Meadowbank playground delayed

Meadowbank's new children's playground, which was due to open to the public today ahead of an official opening in August, has been delayed. Mole Valley District Council have tweeted that the playground in the Dorking park will not open today due to "essential work". They have yet to confirm a new date for the unofficial opening. In a tweet the council said: "We are so sorry but Meadowbank playground is not quite ready, due to essential work we're finishing. We'll announce...

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ChrisMadden published New map reveals all the Pokémon Go Pokéstops and...

Pokémon Go has swept the nation with thousands already signed up to the app.But to "catch them all" you need the right kit – and that means staying stocked up on everything from Pokéballs to incense and eggs.To do that you need to know where to replenish your supplies; you don't want to be the person who finds a rare Pokémon and does not have the means to catch them. That would be heart-breaking.Since the game's launch, websites have popped up showing you...

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JennySeymour published Alcohol sales at Gatwick could be curbed to stop passengers...

For many, a few drinks at Gatwick while they wait for a flight marks a happy start to a holiday.But following alarm at a number of recent so-called 'air rage' incidents, new aviation minister Lord Ahmad has said he is considering a crackdown on airport boozing.Lord Ahmad will "look at" the hours that alcohol is sold from airport outlets, but said he doesn't want to "kill merriment altogether"."If you're a young family travelling on a plane, you want to go from point A to...

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TomVKlaveren published Surrey Police release e-fit of robber thwarted from stealing...

Surrey Police are looking for a man described as having "a very thin and gaunt looking face" after a Dorking hero stopped a young woman having her handbag stolen.Officers have released an e-fit of the man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident which took place at Dorking Deepdene station at around 7.35pm on June 18. The woman was standing outside the station on London Road when a man approached her and reportedly tried to grab her handbag.A struggle occurred and...

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CaitlinWebb published Smallfield "stand-off": The unanswered questions

For around ten hours yesterday, armed police officers surrounded a home in Smallfield in an operation that resulted in an urgent appeal to trace a man who was believed to be in the property. The suspect, named as Paul Hodge, could have fled the scene in the midst of a massive police operation - leaving armed officers guarding an empty house.The drama began as a pre-planned warrant to raid the home in Careys Wood for drugs-related offences. But it turned on its head when, police say, a person...

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ChrisMadden published Headley pool party death: Police given longer to question suspect

Two people were arrested on Monday after a man was found dead at a party in Headley. Ricardo Hunter, 34 of Coulsdon in Surrey, died in the early hours of Monday at a pool party at the bungalow close to The Cock Inn.Later that day a 38-year-old man from London was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder, a 30-year-old woman also from London was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.On Wednesday the woman was released on bail until September while the investigation...

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JennySeymour published Fire at South Godstone car repair garage damages 7 vehicles

Car owners who had left their motors at a repair garage in South Godstone could get a nasty surprise today after three were destroyed and four damaged in a fire late last night.Firefighters from Godstone, Lingfield and Oxted were called out to East Grinstead Crash Repairs, next to the Shell filling station on Eastbourne Road, at 10.20pm. It is thought one car caught alight and the fire then spread to the rest.The cause of the blaze, which started when nobody was left working at the garage, has...

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ChrisMadden published Surrey commuter train is 'most overcrowded in the country'

A popular commuter service used by hundreds of Surrey commuters is "the most overcrowded in the country".Rail users face the daily headache of wondering whether their train will turn up on time, if at all.However, even if it does, overcrowding on services is another major issue that rail companies need to tackle.Government data released yesterday has revealed the top 10 most overcrowded services in the country from autumn 2015.The service top of the list is one that commuters from...

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Josh_Searle published If Paul Hodge escaped from Careys Wood, in Smallfield, today how...

Surrey Police officers are investigating whether Paul Hodge left a house in Smallfield today before armed officers arrived, or if he somehow got away while the house was surrounded.Careys Wood residents awoke this morning to extraordinary scenes of armed police officers locked in a standoff with what they suspected was an armed man locked inside one of the quiet road's houses.A search for 57-year-old Hodge, who is wanted on suspicion of drugs and firearms offences, is ongoing after the news...

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Josh_Searle published Everything we know so far about the Smallfield police standoff

Smallfield residents awoke this morning to extraordinary scenes of armed police officers locked in a standoff with what they suspected was an armed man locked inside a house. As the incident continues to unfold this evening, with Surrey Police launching a manhunt, we have compiled a list of everything we know so far. A planned drugs raid took place at 6am this morning, but was aborted Surrey Police officers entered a house in Careys Wood at about 6am this morning, where they found a person...

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donnaprior published ARCHIVE PHOTOS: 31 pictures of Surrey people taken in 1994

We have pictures from Limpsfield Grange School summer fair, pupils from Reigate Priory School, Kingswood First School summer fair, pupils from Hazelwood School, pupils from St Bede's School, and pupils from Furzefield School.Have a scroll through them and see if there is anyone you recognise.And don't forget to come back to our website every day, as we are regularly uploading new nostalgia galleries.If you have any old pictures of Surrey or events in the town which you would like to share with...

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Surrey Mirror published Have armed police just spent 10 hours guarding an empty house in...

Police have revealed that the man who caused a 10-hour standoff with armed officers because he was believed to have a gun at an address in Smallfield was not in the house when they eventually searched it.There were extraordinary scenes as dozens of officers swooped on Careys Wood in the village this morning after a pre-planned drugs raid at 6am was aborted because a man was seen to have what officers believed was a firearm at the house.The road was closed off and residents have been watching on...

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Josh_Searle published Lane closed on M25 after two-car accident

A lane is closed on the M25 after an accident involving two cars. Slow traffic is being reported anti-clockwise between Junction 6 for Godstone and the Clackett Lane services. The incident is affecting traffic at Junction 7 (Merstham). There is also congestion between Junction 10-9 (Leatherhead).#M25 anti-clockwise between J7 and J6 - Congestion - Full details at https://t.co/l5EmoAw0RN— Live Traffic - M25 (@Traffic_M25) July 28, 2016Despite the congestion, a normal traffic level...

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Surrey Mirror published Armed police leaving scene of standoff in Smallfield

Surrey Police have said armed officers are leaving the scene of a standoff in Smallfield which has been ongoing for nine hours.A tweet posted by the force said they were 'stepping down' their response and when asked what this means a spokeswoman said armed officers are leaving the scene.Uniformed officers remain at the scene, however, and it is unclear at this stage if the armed police packing up means the man in question has been arrested. Police have been outside the home in Careys Wood since...

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shams_surrey published Exclusive images as police surround Smallfield home

Armed police continue to surround a house in Smallfield where a suspected gunmen is refusing to leave the property.The incident began with a drugs raid in the early hours of this morning and has escalated into a nine-hour long stand-off between armed police and the man inside the home in Careys Wood.The road remains closed, and residents are not allowed in or out of the cordon.Follow our live coverage hereOne resident, who has been unable to leave, has sent us these images from the scene.Armed...

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Surrey Mirror published Rail union battling Southern over conductor roles announces FIVE...

A five-day strike is to take place on Southern's network next month, as rail union RMT outlines further industrial action.RMT have confirmed members will walkout from 12.01am on Monday, August 8 until 12.59pm on August 12, following strikes earlier this year.The union have been part of an ongoing bitter dispute with Southern and its parent company Govia Thameslink Railway, over proposed changes to the role of conductors, and have taken strike action four times in three months.The RMT's general...

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Josh_Searle published Police launch appeal to find 'scruffy' victim of 'nasty' Epsom...

An appeal has been launched to find a man who was subjected to a "nasty" assault in Epsom. The innocent bystander was standing at a bus stop in Waterloo Road when he was set upon by a teenager, who approached him on a bike. A second teenager filmed the attack, which took place at about 3.30pm on July 17, on his mobile phone. Surrey Police sergeant Edward Adderley said: "This was a nasty incident on an innocent man who was simply standing at the bus stop. For whatever reason...

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ChrisMadden published Smallfield armed police incident is 'not a hostage situation'

Surrey Police has confirmed that the ongoing standoff involving armed police began as a drugs raid. Officers attended a property in Careys Wood early this morning to execute a warrant related to drug issues. On arrival they were confronted by a person who is believed to have a gun. Armed police are now on the scene and have cordoned off large areas of the road. But officers say this is not a hostage situation. A Surrey Police spokesman confirmed the incident is still ongoing and it is...

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shams_surrey published First pictures from inside police cordon in Smallfield

These are the first images from inside the police cordon in Careys Wood, Smallfield.A suspected gunman is reportedly refusing to leave his home which is now surrounded by armed police.Paramedics and the police helicopter have also been at the scene for several hours.A neighbour has sent us these pictures from inside the cordon.Residents have reportedly been told to stay inside their homes.These pictures show police officers dressed in bullet proof vests and carrying rifles, surrounding the...

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ChrisMadden published 13 dramatic photos of armed police in Smallfield

Armed police are involved in a standoff in Smallfield. An incident began after officers tried to execute a warrant in Careys Wood this morning and were confronted by a person with a suspected firearm. The whole road in the village is now closed off with armed police, paramedics and the police helicopter all in attendance. Photos from the scene show armed police and officers in protective gear swarming around the street. A resident was woken up by the commotion. He said:...

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Surrey Mirror published Council offers shelter to residents if evacuated due to...

Burstow Parish Council has offered to put people up in Centenary Hall if residents are evacuated as a result of the standoff between armed police and a gunman in Smallfield.Officers with assault rifles have surrounded a house in Careys Wood after a pre-planned warrant escalated this morning, as officers saw a man with a gun at the address being raided. The incident is still ongoing and the parish council has said residents can take shelter in the hall if needed.Jeannie Ryan-Crisp, clerk to the...

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PollyAW published Favourite baby names for 2016 revealed

Surrey parents struggling to find the perfect name for their new arrival need look no further as the most popular for 2016 so far have been revealed.Data compiled by parenting advice site Bounty shows that while some favourites from recent years have held on to the top spots, there are also some new names on the scene.Alfie and Isla are still the most popular names having held on the top stop from 2015.Names to watch for future trends are Caleb, Jenson and Ellie, Bounty said. Caleb jumped nine...

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ChrisMadden published Video from the scene of the armed police standoff in Surrey

Armed police have currently cordoned off a road in Smallfield.A standoff began after officers tried to execute a warrant in Careys Wood this morning and were confronted by a person with a suspected firearm.The whole road in the village is now closed off with armed police, paramedics and the police helicopter all in attendance.This footage from the scene shows officers guarding the scene Also read: Live updates from the scene in SmallfieldConstruction worker Otis Pallany, 45, who...

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shams_surrey published Pizza delivered to scene of Smallfield stand-off suggests it...

The stand-off in Smallfield between armed officers and a man reportedly with a gun could last for a while.A pizza was delivered to Careys Road this afternoon, according to our reporter Caitlin Webb who is at the police cordon.A woman wearing plain clothes and carrying a walkie-talkie and a clipboard, was scene carrying a red pizza box into the road, which has been closed off by police.Follow our live blog as events unfold in Careys WoodMeanwhile, more officers are getting kitted up in helmets...

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Surrey Mirror published Smallfield street filled with armed police holding assault rifles

A residential road in Smallfield is filled with armed police clutching assault rifles due to an ongoing standoff with a gunman which has been underway for several hours.Residents in Careys Wood have said the incident bagan as early as 5.30am with the police helicopter having been overhead since about 6.30am.People living near the house have been told to stay in their homes and out of their windows they can see officers in bulletproof vests with assault rifles surrounding it.The situation does...

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ChrisMadden published Smallfield armed police incident is 'not terror related'

Armed police in Smallfield are not dealing with a terror incident, officers have confirmed. Careys Wood is currently closed off with a large police presence on the scene including officers with guns and an armoured Land Rover. Surrey Police have confirmed officers went to the house this morning to execute a warrant but were confronted by a man with a weapon. Also read: Live updates as armed police are involved in standoff in Smallfield A spokeswoman said: "A Surrey Police spokesman...

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ChrisMadden published Photos from the scene of armed police in Smallfield

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CaitlinWebb published 'Gunman in stand-off with police' in Smallfield

Large numbers of police officers are in Smallfield this morning after reports of a man with a gun refusing to leave his home.Residents have reported armed police are at the scene in Carey's Wood. A helicopter has also been circling the area since 6.30am this morning.Follow our live blog for the latest updatesThe road has apparently been cordoned off while emergency services surround the home. An ambulance has also been at the scene, witnesses told the Mirror.A Smallfield resident, who the Mirror...

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