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Councillor sacked over 'racist' email row

A COUNCILLOR has been expelled from the Conservative party after sending out racist emails about prospective parliamentary candidates. Orpington councillor Peter Hobbins was ejected from the party today after his emails to fellow councillors and Orping

Christmas lights cancelled

TODAY S Christmas lights switch-on has been cancelled due to a severe weather warning. A spokesperson for Bromley council said it was too windy for the fireworks and would be dangerous for people to appear on stage.

'Night Stalker' case adjourned

A 52-YEAR-OLD father-of-seven was in court again today (Thursday) accused of being the Night Stalker, a fiend who has raped and burgled elderly people for nearly two decades, writes Kate Nelson. Jehovah s Witness Delroy Grant, of Brockley Mews, Brockley

‘Night Stalker’ case worker: ‘There could be more victims’

THE director of a charity who helped counsel victims of the Night Stalker has spoken exclusively to the Times about his reign of terror

Serial sex offender ‘hooked on a buzz’ says top academic

IN a rare insight in to the mind of the serial sex attacker dubbed the Night Stalker we reveal what has driven his reign of terror spanning two decades, writes Michael Adkins.

Beckenham News via Newshopper

BECKENHAM: Manor Road closed after suspected robbery

Police arrested five people this afternoon after a bank robbery in Beckenham. Police closed Manor Road near Beckenham High Street after the robbery and witnesses reported seeing plain clothes officers swoop after the Natwest bank in the high street was robbed.

Man in court accused of 'night stalker' attacks

Delroy Grant appears before Greenwich magistrates and is remanded in custody to appear at crown court next week Press Association guardian.co.uk , Thursday 19 November 2009 11.32 GMT Greenwich magistrates court.

'Night stalker' rape suspect in court

Delroy Grant, 52, of Brockley, remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with rape and indecent assault The 'night stalker' manhunt was one of the Metropolitan police's biggest rape inquiries.

Police widen Night Stalker inquiry

A Jehovah's Witness accused of raping and sexually assaulting 11 elderly women during a series of burglaries over the past 17 years could face further charges.

Schizophrenic killer's escape while shopping sparks anger

QUESTIONS are being raised over how a convicted killer was taken on a shopping trip and then allowed to escape.

Blog Posts

Jackie Groundsell

missing Molly

Posted by Jackie Groundsell on October 27, 2009 at 9:00pm

Ali

Voting, and recycling

Posted by Ali on June 4, 2009 at 10:07am — 1 Comment

Reg Adams

Unchanged Borough Boundaries

Posted by Reg Adams on June 2, 2009 at 6:29pm — 1 Comment

Jon Clarke

Green and pleasant land

Posted by Jon Clarke on May 26, 2009 at 12:30pm

Cllr John Getgood, Penge & Cator ward

The Studio

Posted by Cllr John Getgood, Penge & Cator ward on October 23, 2008 at 10:30am — 18 Comments

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Supporting Local Talent - This Week's Nominee

Get in touch if you are a local performer who would like to showcase your talent here and be up on the website home page for a week or two. Our next Local Talent nominee is CHIDI, singer/songwriter from Crystal Palace. Chidi's soul talents are tremendous and can be found at her website where she has more videos and songs and touring dates. Follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/chidisings
To view more local talent go to the Video section of this site and search Local Talent

Latest Activity

Sarah Armstrong updated their profile
9 hours ago
Street, Young & Proud
9 hours ago
The road to Wembley is still very much alive with Beckenham Town FC enjoying a 2-1 win over Carterton on Tuesday night in the 2nd Round of the FA Vase, even though they had a penalty saved and shaved the post and bar a few times too. An even game ...
on Thursday
CostCutter's will actually be able to sell alcohol up until 00:00 (midnight). That was the published Decision of the Licensing Panel after the 21 October hearing. I was surprised about this because in their revised application CostCutter's indicat...
on Wednesday
If you’re in need of a mid-month pick-me-up this list is packed full with brilliant offers and exclusive discounts, it’s guaranteed to put the smile back on your face by helping you save stacks of money. Grab a great deal on everything from DVD re...
on Tuesday
BeckenhamTown FC Vs Carterton 2nd Rnd FA VASE was postponed to Tuesday 17th Novemnber, 7.45pm kickoff, at Eden Park Ground due to heavy rain. I'll be going and tweeting the game for those who want to follow. Follow http://Twitter.com/Beckenham. Al...
on Sunday
Sue D added an event
November 20, 2009 from 7pm to 10pm
Come along and treat yourself to a pre-pamering Christmas session, and browse the many stalls selling handbags, jewellery, gifts and cosmetics. Just
November 14
lets do it!
November 13
An excellent and constructive Idea Paul, I'm happy to help!
November 13
We are residents, if you have any issues please address them to the Planning department.
November 13
part of Hampden Road and part of Hampden Avenue were included in the most recent survey and funnily enough, they could perceive that their neighbours would have an immediate problem if not included so they a] told their neighbours and b] we made a...
November 13
how could I work at the computer or at tthe design table without a cat helping? they always know which key to press or pencil needs fighting (pencils being mice in disguise, obviously)
November 13
A group for all pet owners to discuss their pets, post pics, share info, stories and post Lost Animals.
November 13
November 13
Are commuters parking as far down as Hampden Road? This could also be some of the displaced residents from the Beckenham Road flats next to the station who now have no choice other than to park in the surrounding streets. As I mentioned before I'm...
November 13
Our Charity of the Month for November is the Poppy Appeal - a donation is made for every design or consultancy commissioned during November. Check out the website for details: www.plewsgardendesign.co.uk
November 13

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Cllr John Getgood, Penge & Cator ward

Licensing Application for Costcutter, 185 Beckenham Rd 1 Reply

A Bromley licensing committee on Wednesday agreed hours for the sale of alcohol between 8 am and 11 pm. The owner reduced the hours applied for as a result of the representations made by local resi...

Started by Cllr John Getgood, Penge & Cator ward. Last reply by Reg Adams Nov 18.

Jon Clarke

Clock House CPZ Scheme Beckenham Starts 5th October - News & Questions! 64 Replies

The ongoing CPZ (Controlled Parking Zone) saga continues this week with some roads and not all, as of this moment I'm reliably informed, receiving the Final CPZ notice and Application Form for a Re...

Tagged: parking, beckenham, permits, costs, clock house

Started by Jon Clarke. Last reply by marie shallcross Nov 13.

Pip Henderson

Christmas Fair - Saturday 7th Nov 2:30pm to 4:30pm 1 Reply

I have this to the event section but since the news shopper has messed up our ad (urh!!!) I am posting here too... I hope OK! Christmas Fair Saturday 7th November, 2:30 to 4:30pm St John’s Church ...

Started by Pip Henderson. Last reply by Beckenham Town Residents Nov 5.

Jon Clarke

Councillors recommend new 'Puffing Billy' street train, raising river and new sign...

I was alerted to this story via a great many local twitterers today, and a few comments like are our councillors 'having a Giraffe?' could be well founded. Twitterers versus Twits I was about to t...

Tagged: train, river, beck, street, high

Started by Jon Clarke Nov 1.

Reg Adams

DroppedKerbsDebate: Only 3.5 (instead of 4.5) Metres Frontage Depth? 1 Reply

It is now becoming evident what a can of worms the Council opened up when they introduced a Controlled Parking Zone around ClockHouse Station. But if the objective was to stop "outsiders" (like rai...

Started by Reg Adams. Last reply by Paul Sanderson, Nov 1.

KT

Babysitter required in clockhouse 2 Replies

Can anyone recommend a good baby sitter for evenings in the clockhouse/balgown school area for a toddler of 2years 8months ?

Started by KT. Last reply by Beckenham Town Residents Oct 25.

Zoe Hannam

SAVE THE STUDIO CAMPAIGN 11 Replies

The studio community group are back in action - see this weeks newshopper page 8. I wholeheartedly support this campaign and feel this is the last chance for the local community to reclaim this ma...

Started by Zoe Hannam. Last reply by Cllr John Getgood, Penge & Cator ward Oct 13.

stephen youle

Beckenham town fc 1 Reply

TOWN ARE REALLY DOING WELL AT THIS MOMENT IN TIME,THRU TO 2ND ROUND OF FA VASE WICH IS AT HOME ON 14 NOV.ALSO HOLDING SECOND PLACE IN KENT PREMIERE LEAGUE.I'M SUPRISED THAT THEY DO NOT GET BIGGER C...

Started by stephen youle. Last reply by Jon Clarke Oct 9.

Alastair Thomas

Beckenham RFC boys kit, anyone?

If anyone has any Beckenham Rugby Club kit to fit an 8/9 year old they no longer need, I'd be very happy to buy from them. Also need boots size 2/3. Many thanks.

Started by Alastair Thomas Oct 8.

Reg Adams

CPZ: Outcome - Roads to be Included 75 Replies

The headlines are that the following roads will be included in the CPZ: Blandford Road (1-83 & 2-84); Cedars Road; Chaffinch Road; ClockHouse Road (to the Hampden Road junction); Elm Road; Quee...

Started by Reg Adams. Last reply by Jon Clarke Oct 4.

Some Useful Local Links...

Got a link you want added? Get in touch...
Train Times From Clock House, Kent House. Beckenham Junction, New Beckenham, Elmers End
All Bus Routes Superimposed On Google Map - What Bus! Excellent!

Bromley Borough Roads Action Group
Clock House Safer Neighbourhood Team - Metropolitan Police Service 020 8721 2615
Metropolitan Police in non-emergency situations number - 0300 123 1212
Crimestoppers - Give information anonymously - 0800 555111 - Independent Charity
Map of Beckenham Town - Clock House Road
Balgowan Primary School Website
Beckenham Allotments Local urban gardeners at the end of Clock House Road
Beckenham Methodist Church in Clock House Road Hire for events & parties
Sydenham Gardens
Saferservices Female Skilled Trades & Business Web Directory
Bromley Council
Beckenham Tip & Recycling Times - Churchfields Road
Beckenham.net
Beckenham - Wikipedia
Beckenham TownTalk
Beckenham History Website
Beckenham Rugby Club
Beckenham Tennis Club
Beckenham Cricket Club
Beckenham Swimming Club
Beckenham Town Football Club
Beckenham Theatre Centre
Beckenham Guide & History
Freecycle.org Bromley Group Website - better than eBay, it's free

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Tour De Clock House Local police now have 3 brand new bicycles and 6 members of the team have passed their training courses.

Police warn of vehicle crime after recent spate of catalytic converter thefts, older vehicles being towed away and warn drivers to remove the mark that SAT NAV holders make on windscreens as these are a tell tale sign that one might be in the hidden in the glove box.

Police are asking for the public to report any suspicious pick-up trucks or people, especially graffiti artists who they have had some recent success arresting lately.

New crime mapping website launched
 

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