Merton swimmers make a splash at London Youth Games
Swimmers Maia Dunleavy, Kelly Bone, Sophie Whelan and Leah Thomas-Daye made a splash at the London Youth Games when they won silver and bronze medals. The games are Europe’s largest […]
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Merton parks celebrate Green Flag status
A record number of parks and green spaces have collected Green Flag Awards across the UK. Merton celebrated in this success with South Park Gardens, John Innes Park, Dundonald Recreation […]
St Helier by-election results
Kelly Braund from the Labour Party has been elected St Helier’s new ward councillor with 74% of the vote. A by-election was called in St Helier ward after the resignation […]
£1m support for looked after children
A £1m award from the Department for Education’s innovation fund will help Merton Council and five other south London boroughs lead the way on meeting the needs of looked after […]
Council warning about rogue builders
Merton Council is warning residents to be wary of ‘cold call’ builders knocking on doors looking for work. Cowboy builders will typically pick on elderly and vulnerable residents offering quick […]
Sue gears up for 100 mile charity ride
Council worker Sue Keay is gearing up for a 100 mile cycle challenge. Sue will be joining 20,000 other cycling enthusiasts for the Prudential 100 on July 30 when she will […]
£4m National Lottery grant offering new lease of life to The Canons
A new lease of life will be given to one of Merton’s most historic buildings after it was awarded a £4m National Lottery grant. Merton Council has spent the past […]
Sunday is fun day
Morden Fun Day will be hoping the sun shines down on its popular annual show in Morden Park on July 16. The one day event has a busy programme for […]
Wheelie good news for scooter fans
Merton is home to the UK’s first dedicated scooter track. The Grand Prix-style course weaves in and out of a landscaped corner of Mostyn Gardens adjacent to Poplar Primary School. […]
Residents invited to test drive electric cars in Wimbledon
Get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle for a test drive on Saturday, July 15 in Wimbledon High Street. A pair of cars will be available as part of […]
