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Wendell Park Community Group

The Annual General Meeting of the Wendell Park Community Group will be held on Tuesday 8th November, 8p.m. in the Church Hall, Cobbold Road.   The Committee will report on the year's events, there will be election of officers and committee for the coming year, an opportunity to raise any concerns with a member of the Borough Parks Constabulary as well as discuss other local issues such as the Prestolite development.Everyone living in the Wendell Park area is most welcome.   Wine, cheese and biscuits will be served after the meeting and that will be a further chance to meet and chat to those living in the vicinty.

Caroline MacMillan ● 7649d3 Comments ● 7639d

Halloween - time to ban it?

An elderly friend of mine answered the door bell - small child "Trick or treat" - "Sorry I am not able to deal with this" (he was sick) - few moments later loud thumping on door and bell ringing.  He went to the door (not a good idea)and met by two large 6ft males in full halloween gear, and a third man behind.  One shouted at him, "Trick or Treat!".  When he said he was not dealing with this he was met with, "Well, f*** you then and you can f****** take this."  He managed to close the door before a rain of eggs were hurled at it.What is so alarming is that I still cannot work out what anyone could have done in the circumstances.Did anyone else experience similar hassle?

William Hosking ● 7640d2 Comments ● 7639d

Reply from the Borough Commander

Following on from Edward's thread I got this from the Borough Commander's office, which I thought was encouraging:Chief Superintendent Valentine has asked me to reply on her behalf regarding the issues you raise. You are right to raise the issue of cyclist riding their bikes on pavements. Having read the forum the thread splits this issue into two. The illegal riding of bikes on pavements and the associated increased risks of an accident and secondly the use of bikes by criminals. I am combating the second issue by working with the local authority undertaking various operations aimed at identifying and arresting such criminals. This will include such activity as putting officers out on pedal cycles and foot and vehicle patrols. Using officers on bikes is very effective because they can use the same 'rat runs' and  alleyways as the cyclists themselves something cars and bikes cannot do. Unfortunately it is not as easy as just asking officers to patrol on bikes as I am bound by guidance which slows the process down but rest assured I will do my best to make it happen as quickly as possible. Whilst we do know who some of the criminals are we do know them all. As in investigating and preventing all crime the use of the public is critical to our success. If anyone knows who these people are they can either call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or contact me direct and I will ensure the information is used confidentially. With regards the second issue the cyclist who ignores red lights etc this is often the commuter cyclist who should know better. These cyclists not only put others at risk but also themselves by ignoring traffic signs etc. I will ask my officers to look out for this but this will not be a priority and needs a wider approach probably lead by Transport for London. Having just arrived on the borough from Hounslow and used the ChiswickW4 site I know how important and useful these forums are. Thanks once again for writing to us with your concerns Dave PageSuperintendent Operations

William Hosking ● 7654d11 Comments ● 7640d

A lacklustre Forum

I get emails bringing me up to date on Hammersmith news and events, but when I look at the Forum there is scant interest in it, unlike www.chiswickw4.com which has a lively and amusing Forum with anything up to a dozen hits a day.  I urge you to have a look and see how vibrant ours could be if people just started chatting.My particular gripe at the moment is the PAVEMENT CYCLIST.  I have written to the Police Commander to ask for some effort to stop it, and to practise some zero tolerance, but with no result at all.  Invariably they are the same youths who patrol the streets at dusk (without lights) to suss out cars.  I once had the audacity to look pointedly at a pair one day only to have them come over and threaten me.  Moments later a car around the corner was broken into by the same pair.  Perhaps if there is some reaction to this the police might take a note?

William Hosking ● 7661d34 Comments ● 7642d

Pavements in King Street

Hello, does anyone have any views on the widening of pavements in King Street? Some people I have spoken to think that it is causing traffic problems because the road will become just one lane of traffic. I write for the local paper the Hammersmith and Shepherds Bush Gazette and if you would like to be quoted please could you reply with your road name so I can use the quote, or call me on 020 8579 3131.Thanks

Emma Midgley ● 7644d3 Comments ● 7642d

King St improvements?  What improvements?

Who is going to benefit the most from the so-called improvements to King Street? It seems that the main consequence of changing the two lane stretch of road between the Broadway and the end of Leamore Street has caused traffic chaos for all of the surrounding roads approaching the Broadway, particularly backing up the A4 and Blacks Road. If you're coming from Chiswick to Hammersmith the A4 is likely to be the route you'd take. As a local resident that drives, rides both motorbike and bicycle and walks, I've found that navigating the Broadway has become an even scarier task. I can't see respite once the roadworks have finished - the effect will still be halving the King St traffic flow. It would have been possible (though perhaps not neccessary) to have widened the pavement and still retained two lanes of traffic. The council must realise that it is mainly local residents who drive between Hammersmith and Chiswick - it's not really a transit route. Was there any consultation of local residents?

Andrew Thomas ● 7696d5 Comments ● 7643d

Au Pair +

We are looking for a kind, sensitive experienced au pair to take care of our two little ones (two girls:  3 years and 8 months) and carry out some house work and cooking.  I work from home.  We offer a nice room in our house, bathroom shared with girls, internet connection (if you have your own laptop).  You MUST be fluent as we need someone who is able to talk and sing with the girls.  Also, you will need experience of this age group.Please contact me if you are interested.  You must have checkable references.  Thanks

Angela Glasson ● 7644d0 Comments ● 7644d

Camogie

Calling from Tara Camogie Club, London.We have both a junior and a senior team and welcome players of all standards.ThanksSheilawww.camogie.co.uk

Sheila Fernandes ● 7652d3 Comments ● 7644d

New Tesco @ White City, next to BBC building

Does anyone know when this is due to open?  Thanks.

Lynn Clark ● 7660d5 Comments ● 7647d

HALLOWEEN CHARITY BALL FANTASTIC SUCCESS

Thank you to every one who dressed in costume and took part and made all my hard efforts worth while i was amazed at how many people turned up in costumes the fire station wine bar was heaving with people A special thanks to the old fire ststion wine bar for letting me use it for free for this very special fund raising event which is so dear to my heart i still have money to count i will post the amount shortly how much we raised.and for all the councellers who attended my event ruth cadbury, phil andrews  and tw8 website editor matt harmer but to name a few.Hopefully the photographer kieren passmore will have photos if anyone would like copys he will do a good price and also donate to the special care unit. watch out for us in the local papers.all the  best from a very tired Debbie  and ina    xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Debbie Dewar ● 7648d0 Comments ● 7648d

CHARITY HALLOWEEN BALL TONIGHT TICKETS £7.OO AT THE DOOR

YOU CAN STILL PAY AT THE DOOR FOR THE CHARITY HALLOWEEN FANCY DRESS COSTUME BALL FRIDAY 28TH OCT TONIGHT AT THE FIRE STATION WINE BAR BRENTFORD£7.00 AT THE DOOR RAISING MONEY FOR THE PREMATURE BABY UNIT AND STARLIGHT WARD MANY THANKSDEBBIE

Debbie Dewar ● 7650d0 Comments ● 7650d

Jump Has Been Done!!

At 1210pm today I jumped out off a plane from 12,000ft at MPH and survived to tell the tale!We set off this morning at 0700 and arrived at Headcorn Aerodrome in Kent at 0840.I signed in and waited at 1050am I was put threw a briefing and showed a DVD what I had to do.I was then taken to a room where I put my jump suit and Harness on I looked absolutely ridiculous like Biggles!At 1130 we jumped on to a mini bus to the end of The airfield where we waited for the plane, there were 2 other jumpers aswell as me and 5 instructors 1 instructor attached to each Jumper and 2 guys with cameras filming the other 2 jumpers.We got in to the plane were we had to sit on the Floor between our Instructors legs and they attached themselves to us.I was first to jump out we got up to 12,000ft and I was told I had to shift to the open door and fall out my face facing the ground with my legs tucked up to my back and holding the harness we jumped at 1210pm and free falled for 45secs at MPH, then the parachute opened and we floated safely to the ground within 6Min's.It was a great experience and well worth it and recommend it to anyone, My ears haven't come back to live completely yet.Thank you all for your well wishes and support and donations as soon as I have final total I will post it on here and I will post pics on here ASAP of the JumpSimon

Simon Anderson ● 7650d0 Comments ● 7650d

HALLOWEEN FANCY DRESS CHARITY BALL 28TH OCT (friday)

I would like to invite you to a HALLOWEEN FANCY DRESS PARTY night raising money for the Premature baby unit West mid hosp tickets are £5 and there will be prizes for the best costumes you can get your tickets from myself contact debbiedewar1970@hotmail.com or pop into the old fire station.I was very fortunate to get the OLD FIRE STATION WINE BAR HIGH STREET BRENTFORD to let me fundraise for this very important event at their venue for free thank you guys for this fab oppertunity.Im a Brentford mother some of you might no me as just doing the brentford festival i was one of the organisers,all 3 of my babys were in the premature baby unit i cant thank them enough for all their hard work so this is my way of saying thank you.without out the machines my babys would not be here today.so i will keep on raising money to buy more machines for them. If anyone has had a prem baby or they have had to use the scbu you will no how thankfull i am as a mother. I have another mother giving me much needed help Ina Chureetur whos son Alfie was also born 2 months early and has been cared for by the unit.We are also looking for any donations for our raffle please email me on the above or pop them into the fire station.Time 8pm -lateDress code:Fancy Dress (Scarey, witches,devils,monsters,etc)Prizes: for best costumesDate: 28th October 2005 FridayPlace: Old Fire Station Wine bar Brentford (next to premier lodge) 0208 568 5999Tickets £5.00I hope you will be able to come and join us for a costume night of fun.Thanks Debbie Dewar

Debbie Dewar ● 7667d3 Comments ● 7650d

to amuse you

For those who missed this gem from the Chiswick site a few months ago paste into your browser and turn up the volume - you'll never drive again.http://windward.nodalpoint.net/doc/media/liikenne.swf

William Hosking ● 7651d4 Comments ● 7650d

Hugh's animations

Hugh - click on my name for email.  Interested to discuss these animations - Bill

William Hosking ● 7651d2 Comments ● 7651d

RYNESS SHOP I AM  FURIOUS

hi  all just  went  into  ryness all the staff  are  rude  and  the  ass  mgr  well not  shaved looked  he  could  not  care ,  ordered  a  light  thir on  sat  was told  in  sunday  phoned  and  asked  yes  was in went  in  today  no  ones  know  abot  it the guy  i  spoke  to  is  away ,  and  the  ans  i  got  what  do  u  want  me  to do  about it,   NOT  GOING  BACK THEIR

Jon Kennedy ● 7653d0 Comments ● 7653d

White City shopping centre

I wonder just how many people are aware how big this is going to be? It will cover 43 acres and be bigger than Blue Water. The consequences for local businesses across West London are likely to be devastating and the amount of traffic it will attract will mean that the street get even more congested.When people talk about West London they don't say we need more places to shop they say that we need more houses and more open spaces and leisure facilities for the young. How is it that we are going to end up with this monstrosity?

Ellen Kearney ● 7782d39 Comments ● 7653d

C&W Next Generation Node

There has been some comment in the computer press about the installation of new equipment by Cable and Wireless in the Hammersmith area which is apparently the next generation of high speed internet. Does anybody know anything more about this i.e. is it genuinely new and how much does it cost to get it?

Ellen Kearney ● 7707d7 Comments ● 7654d

SMILE - the best things!

So what/where are the best things in LBH&F? (Parks, restaurants, shops, schools...anything worth mentioning). Any little gems you'd like to share with us?

Lynn Clark ● 7658d6 Comments ● 7654d

HELP HOSPITAL

I HAVE A FEW ITEMS TO SELL AND ALL MONEY WILL GO TO STARLIGHT CHILDREN'S WARD AT WEST MIDDX HOSPITAL TO BUT THEM XMAS TREES.2 PAIRS OF SKI'S £20 EACH OR £30 FOR BOTHSKY DIGI BOX+REMOTE £20BARBI SWEET TROLLEY BRAND NEW IN BOX UNOPENED COST £60 NEW WILL EXCEPT £20A LARGE SELECTION OFF VIDEOS £1 EACH + BOX SET OF CHARLIE CHAPLIN £4DONT FORGET ALL MONEY WILL GO TO BUYING TREES FOR THE CHILDRENS WARDTHANK YOU

Simon Anderson ● 7654d2 Comments ● 7654d