News in Richmond

Tyson Fury has dismissed his heavyweight rival, Deontay Wilder, as a bum.

When the two men get into the ring in Las Vegas on Saturday night, Fury will be expected to live up to this dismissive rhetoric.

The more fear you have, the less is the possibility of freedom.

In this case – it seems – the ECB made their decision out of fear and now some are labelling them as cowards.

Multi-talented singer, songwriter, musician and poet, Lu.Ci, has earned over 50,000 Spotify streams with her alternative, electro sound which combines both singing and rap.

Having grown up in Whitton, she has strong ties to the area and has been performing or creating in some capacity since her days as part of an am dram group while still studying at St Marks.

There's nothing like a crisis to bring out the best in our community.

Some residents may have been left a little disappointed at the lack of available opportunities but there are always ways you can help and the Richmond Volunteer Service is here for you. They can keep you in touch with new roles as they emerge or help you find alternative rewarding volunteering activities so you can still put your goodwill to good use.

One of Manchester United's greatest players is back and it is clear that the role of Sir Alex Ferguson, a true father figure, was a crucial factor in the return of Ronaldo.

As a sportsman, if you can develop something close to a father and son relationship with a coach or mentor it can bring real benefits for the individual and team.

For many a marathon would be the achievement of a lifetime, but for some, it is only the beginning.

Tomorrow runners will take to the Thames Path for 26.2 miles of scenic running from Kingston to Barnes and back again.

Valerie Munro, vice chair of Richmond Talking Newspaper

Mrs Pat Ingam, one of the founding members of the Borough's talking newspaper, has recently died. She was one of the driving forces behind the talking newspaper - a unique form of local and community news in audio form for blind and partially sighted residents of the borough.