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March 2007
Council Urged to Sell Fountains Leisure Centre
Brentford FC want new 'community' stadium on the site
Major Fire Hits Brentford
Blaze at kosher food processing plant on Layton Road
Brentford Gets it Masters in Curry
Top Indian chefs appear at the Holiday Inn
South West Trains extend penalty fare scheme to Hounslow loop
And replace cheap day returns with more expensive alternative
Hope Flowers For Bethlehem
Ann Keen MP encourages links between local and Palestinian schools
It's all change at Kew Bridge Steam Museum
With the arrival of new director Ernest Buchner
Police Teams Make Neighbourhoods a Safer Place
Figures show benefit of having dedicated teams of officers
London's first air quality text service launched
Innovative new service helps those who suffer from effects of air pollution
Take a scenic countryside stroll, right in the heart of West London
Free walking guide covers idyllic parts of Thames Path National Trail
Mayor's 'Eye in the Sky' Causes Controversy
Widespread concern over real motive behind London satellite
They Must Be Cracked!
Pavement campaigner claims cost is being put before safety
Most Brentford Brides Not Choosing Church
Survey at Holiday Inn event shows 60% want alternative venue
Mock Trial Takes Case Seriously
Gumley House Girls Win Place in National Magistrates Competition
Congestion Charging a Possibility for Heathrow
London's Mayor consider tackling pollution from ground level
Naked Motorist Exhibits Risks of Wearing Inappropriate Clothing
Council Strip Moped Rider to Highlight Need for "Right Gear"
'Half of London's Police Stations are uncontactable'
Lib Dem's research discovers unanswered telephones across the capital
£2bn Tunnel To Help Clean Up The Thames
But costs will be met by residents via a hike in water bills
MPs Called on To Back Rubbish Bill
Traders could be forced to accept packaging returned by customers
More Bad News For Post Offices
As prospect of further closures is raised in government consultation
Keens Accused of Putting Nuclear Talks at Risk
MPS Alan and Anne Keen vote to replace the Trident nuclear submarines
Tara To Hold Open Day
Camogie club on the look out for new players
'Fat cats will be paid more for delivering less'
Council condemned for cutting services for poor and needy
Kew Bridge Dig Proves Historical Gold Mine
Development of site shows area had a rich and royal heritage
Holiday Inn Hosts Wedding Fayre
Ideas Galore as East Meets West in Brentford
Community Planning Project of to Flying Start
More workshop dates announced and High Street News issued
Future of Watermans Arts Centre Uncertain
After Council Slashes £60,000 From Their Grant
Local Schools Move Ahead of National Average
Gumley and the Green School lead the way in Year 9 tests
Neighbouring Councils Endorse New Approach for Gunnersbury Park
New management proposals backed by Hounslow and Ealing
Code Red Increases on "The Buses From Hell"
TfL figures show significant rise in anti-social behaviour on buses
Residents Clean Up in Brentford
Three skips of rubbish removed as area gets a makeover
What Price Sustainable Waste Disposal?
West London Waste Authority Have Their Day in Court
Green Vision to Revitalize Borough's Parks
Heritage Lottery Funding Sought To Regenerate Local Historical Spaces
Hounslow Mayor Embarks on Historic Walk
Cllr Barwood follows in the footsteps of Dick Whittington but leaves the cat at home
Hounslow Propose Zero Increase in Council Tax
Cllr Peter Thompson recommends no rise in council's share of bill
Latest Property Sales in Brentford
Details of homes changing hands in your street
Brentford Crack House Closed Down
Property on Avenue Road was being used by dealers
Met 'Regret' Publication of Borough Commander's Book
Ali Dizaei's 'Not one of Us' causes a stir amongst his peers
Future uncertain for Gunnersbury Park
Park Committee says #120,000 is urgently needed
M4 Elevated Section Could Get A Welcoming Addition
As iconic 'Gateway to London' moves step closer to reality
As Vacherin Season Ends Petit Sapin Cheese Arrives
Le Vacherin offers two new Sunday Lunch promotions for March and April
Hounslow Helps Green fingered Gardeners to Get Going This Spring
Council unearth their Garden Waste Collection Service
Campaign to Stop Heathrow Expansion Goes On-line
Petition against environmentally unfriendly plans receives wide-spread support
Undercover Officers to Smoke Out Offenders
Government gives councils £30m to enforce no-smoking ban
Switch Off Before You Drive Off
Police drive forward new mobile phone laws
Hounslow Council retains 3-star CPA rating
No change in this year's assessment by Audit Commission
Junk Mail Costs More Than the Paper It's Written On
So why aren't the councils doing more to stop it?
February 2007
Brentford Property in the Doldrums
Average price in TW8 unchanged for three years
Fund Launched in Memory of Peter Bailey
Publisher of 'The Brentonian' passed away recently
Life for Van Driver Who Killed Cyclist in Brentford
Widow Questions System That Allowed Mental Patient's Fatal A4 Rampage
Council Harmonises Parking Charges Across Borough
Standardised fee part of new administration's £5m budget bonanza
Arrest Made in Brentford Shooting Case
Man held in relation to the murder of Dean Tully
Buy a Brick for the Bees
Become a permanent fixture at Brentford's home games
Beauty treatments come to Classic Eyes
Not just eyecare at local opticians
An Excellent Way to go Carbon Neutral
Brentford charity enable you to offset emissions
Councils Fight Mayor over Waste Incineration
Court hearing to allow black bags to go up in flames
Mayor's Budget Approved Despite Strong Opposition
5.3% precept hike passed but without majority support
Simple Scheme Provides Peace of Mind
New technology helps to keep older people safe in their homes
Turnaround Teams Brought In To Cure Local NHS Debt
City experts drafted to aid financially challenged hospitals
Machine Gun Used in Green Dragon Lane Shooting
Murdered man named as Dean Tully
Reassurance Issued over Drugs on Estate
Authorities respond after murder in Brentford Towers
Football Match Appeal to Black Community
Clash of African giants could help save life of 4 year old
Noise maps predict 'devastating' impact of Heathrow's third runway
Council leaders slam government for disregarding environmental consequences
GP Struck Off After Death of Nurse
Brentford woman died after drink/drug cocktail
New unit to extend services at Canal House
Mental Health day care centre modernised
Kilimanjaro Trip to Combat Drought
Local charity looking for volunteers to climb mountain
January 2007
Man Dead After Green Dragon Lane Shooting
Another critical after gunman raids first floor flat
Funds from Fan Gives Lifeline to Bees
Interest free loan from ends Ron Noades' involvement
Top Rating for Local Carers' Organisation
Crossroads care scheme highly rated by national body
Crackdown on Untidy Residents and Unscrupulous Traders
No bag left unsearched in bid to smarten up local streets
Tara Start Training Again
Camogie Club on the look-out for new players
Business leaders invited to have their say on budget
Council to host meeting to gauge thoughts on key decisions
Fatal Road Accident in Brentford
Lorry hits woman cyclist on London Road
Man Dies in Albany Road House Fire
Fatal fire occurs midday on Sunday in block of flats
Council leader praises staff response to storms
Emergency teams reduce impact of bad weather
Make a Green Resolution for 2007
Residents urged to Go Green and commit to a recycling regime
The Dignity of difference
Chance to commemorate those who suffered during the Holocaust
Is There an Unsung Hero In Your School?
Community asked to help recognise inspirational teachers
Council to review All Controlled Parking Schemes
Area Committee Charged with Prioritising Review Programme
Strong Performance for Local Secondary Schools
Gumley House amongst the most improved schools in the country
Hammersmith & Fulham announces 3% cut in council tax
Will Hounslow and other new administrations be following suit?
Brentford High Street Community Planning Launch
Meeting to discuss the future of the town's commercial centre
Alfa Laval plans go on public display
Amended scheme for derelict site to be exhibited
New Year's Eve Reveller Drowns
Chiswick Lifeboat in attempted rescue after man went for ill-fated swim in Thames
An Interview with Ali Dizaei
Controversial Borough Commander Gives His Views on Local Policing
Love Is In the Air in Brentford
Council offer new service to those who want to reaffirm their commitment
Smokers offered help to stub out killer habit
Council to provide free support to help quit
Thousands of NHS workers face the axe
Local hospitals could be 'crippled' if Government cuts go ahead
Stories from July/August 2006
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