21st December 2023
Epsom Pianist scores 50 out of 101
In 2022 Epsom Choral Society celebrated its centenary. For very nearly half that century Marion Lea has accompanied the singers on the piano. Marion Lea, an acclaimed freelance pianist and … READ MORE
Wish their paths had not crossed?
Epsom & Ewell FC 0-2 Tadley Calleva*. Combined Counties League – Premier Division Tuesday 19th December 2023. On a rather chilly Tuesday evening at the Madgwick in front of less … READ MORE
Caught the Christmas Epsom Stagecoach to Paris
20 DECEMBER 2023: Gifted students from local Stagecoach Performing Arts Epsom were chosen to take part in Disney’s festive show, Let’s Sing, in Disneyland Paris at the weekend. The troupe of 21 … READ MORE
BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT
Gatwick 2nd runway sneaking in?
Protesters against the expansion of Gatwick airport have said a new consultation on planning changes is an attempt to “sneak” a second runway through the back door. Gatwick Airport is … READ MORE
Local hospital plea to use 111 unless urgent
A spike in very unwell patients has put indescribable pressure on St George’s, Epsom, and St Helier’s emergency departments – and with Christmas and doctors’ strikes on the way, demand … READ MORE
CHRIS GRAYLING COMMUNITY WESTMINSTER
Epsom and Ewell MP’s Christmas message
This has been a particularly challenging year for many people locally, and so in my Christmas message I want to pay particular tribute to all of those working for local … READ MORE
Somewhat resigned by Reigatians
Sutton & Epsom RFC 21 – Old Reigatian 38. Saturday 16th December. In the reverse fixture Old Reigatian finally subdued a stubborn Sutton and Epsom 35-29 after a game offluctuating … READ MORE
Goalless draw with bottom side
Colliers Wood United 0-0 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 16th December 2023. On Saturday, two clubs; each placed in precarious positions in the League, … READ MORE
“The Wizard of Oz” works its magic in Epsom
Friday 15th December was opening night for this seasons annual pantomime at the Epsom Playhouse. Kate Spiller, founder of the production company said “We are delighted to present the classic … READ MORE
Top salary for bottom borough
Woking Borough Council’s new managing director will be tasked with navigating its “grave” and “extremely vulnerable position” – and be paid more than any other council CEO’s salary while they … READ MORE
Magic Table for Adults with Dementia
Residents and staff at Banstead Library celebrated the launch of the award-winning innovation from the Netherlands. The Tovertafel (Dutch for “magic table”), is a ceiling mounted projector that projects light games … READ MORE
Epsom and Ewell Borough of Sanctuary
Epsom and Ewell is now poised to be a Borough of Sanctuary. Largely due to the extraordinary efforts of Nina Kaye and Jo Sherring of the Epsom and Ewell Refugee … READ MORE
Two Q or Not to Q? That was the Q….
Epsom and Ewell Borough Council debated public participation in its committees on Tuesday 12th December. A proposed amendment to standing orders has the effect of restricting a member of the public … READ MORE
Epsom and Ewell Council staff awarded 6%
Epsom and Ewell Borough Council 12th December agreed to award its staff a 6% increase to their salaries. Councillors had been advised that despite inflation moderating to some extent through … READ MORE
Doctor struck off where police found insufficient evidence
A Surrey doctor who used his position to gain the trust of a woman before choking and sexually assaulting her has been struck off. Former Royal Surrey County Hospital doctor … READ MORE
Little Solemn Mass
Ashtead Choral Society – Petite Messe Solennelle by Rossini. 4 November 2023 at St Martin’s Church, Epsom. A Review. Rossini’s singular foray into large scale religious choral composition, his ‘Small, … READ MORE
