Sheer pedal power by council staff raises hundreds for charities in RideLondon
It was a case of sheer pedal power for thousands of riders including Merton Council staff who raised a decent wedge for charity by cycling 100 miles in the RideLondon […]
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Merton youngsters excel at London Youth Games
This year has been a memorable one for Merton in the Balfour Beatty London Youth Games.
Mayor of London to consider handing AFC Wimbledon stadium plans back to Merton
In a report published today, the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has indicated his preference to hand the decision back to the council. The Mayor announced today a Greater London […]
Young artist crowned winner of bowls club painting competition
A young artist who impressed judges with her colourful painting of a local bowls club was presented with a prize on Friday June 10.
Mayor and council Leader delighted to attend All England Club’s tennis community sports ground launch
Merton’s Mayor Brenda Fraser and council leader Stephen Alambritis were delighted to attend the launch of the All England Lawn Tennis Club’s new Community Sports Ground in Raynes Park on […]
Heavy rain did not put off hundreds of Mitcham Carnival-goers
Heavy rain did not put off hundreds of carnival-goers who packed into Mitcham to celebrate Her Majesty the Queen’s 90th birthday at the weekend.
AFC Wimbledon fan scores against hero goalkeeper to raise money for Merton Mencap
AFC Wimbledon fan Wayne Lecky raised hundreds of pounds for Merton Mencap after powering past The Beast and scoring against goalkeeper James Shea.
Cabinet chooses contractor to build new family leisure centre
Merton’s cabinet took the next step this week in making proposals for a new, affordable family-friendly leisure centre become a reality.
Merton Mayor swims for charities
Mayor of Merton, Councillor David Chung, has completed 110 lengths and has so far raised £400 for his charities, Friends in St Helier and Merton Centre for Independent Living.
GLL becomes official national sponsor for Sport Relief
Merton Council’s leisure provider, GLL, has announced it will be Sport Relief’s official health and fitness partner in 2016.