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'Unacceptable and disappointing': Paramedics attacked while treating patient

By The Editor

27th Jun 2020 | Local News

@MPSRichmond posted news of the attack on paramedics on Twitter

Paramedics were assaulted and stopped from treating their patient, Richmond Police said.

Officers from the emergency response team and crews from London Ambulance Service attended an incident on the evening of Thursday, June 25.

Dispersal zone in Richmond put in place by police

By The Editor

26th Jun 2020 | Local News

Map of the areas covered by the dispersal zone

A dispersal zone has been put in place by police in Richmond, giving officers and PCSOs additional powers to tackle anti-social behaviour.

The zone covers much of the town centre. It was enforced at 9.05pm on Thursday, June 25 and lasts for 48 hours, meaning the zone will be remain in place until 9.04pm on Saturday, June 27.

'Horrible' knife seized as three men held in Richmond town centre

By The Editor

26th Jun 2020 | Local News

This photo of the knife was posted by @MPSRichmond on Twitter

Police arrested three men in Richmond town centre last night and recovered a knife which they described as "horrible".

Richmond Police announced the news on social media in a tweet posted from Kingston Police Station.

Chance to have your say on how Richmond Riverside can recover from pandemic

By The Editor

26th Jun 2020 | Local News

A national lockdown was imposed on March 23 - more than three months ago

An online discussion about life in lockdown for Richmond Riverside, Ham and Petersham residents is being held next month.

The conversation will be held by Richmond Council using the video conferencing app Zoom.

Should Richmond Park go car-free permanently?

By Guest

26th Jun 2020 | Local News

Richmond Park is a 2,500 acre green space

Would you like to see Richmond Park remain traffic-free after lockdown?

That's what Rachael Naylor wants and her petition calling for a permanent ban on vehicles in the eight Royal parks has been backed by more than 1,700 people.

New £250k cycle lane near Kew Gardens

By The Editor

26th Jun 2020 | Local News

Water barriers in Kew will be turned into a semi-permanent cycle lane.

The barriers on Kew Road were put in to ensure the mandatory cycle lane was protected from parking transgressions as Kew Gardens reopened.

Fruit Village owner on why he's so fond of Richmond

By The Editor

26th Jun 2020 | Local News

Simeon has lived in Richmond since the 80s

It's like being home in the Caribbean for one long-time Richmond resident.

This heatwave may be too much for some people, but not Simeon Telesford.

The amazing support Richmond Rugby provide amid pandemic

By Guest

25th Jun 2020 | Local News

The drop-off point at Twickenham's large Tesco store proved a huge success

Richmond Rugby's community department have been working alongside 400 volunteers from across South West London to supply thousands of vulnerable residents with essential goods and support amid the pandemic.

The club joined forces with The Dons Local Action Group – the charitable arm of AFC Wimbledon – in serving the area.

'Unprecedented demand' for tennis courts means no new members

By The Editor

24th Jun 2020 | Local News