Back to the drawing board for Wimbledon YMCA as 24-storey tower proves unpopular with residents
Summary: A ‘stop the tower’ campaign was launched by residents Image: By Sarah Ward The Wimbledon YMCA has announced plans
Outstanding Merton manager takes home top prize at national awards ceremony
Summary: Christine Parsloe was named the Public Servant of the Year. Image: By Douglas Patient An inspirational manager from Merton
Reformed leader of Morden gang aims to inspire children through poetry
Summary: Justin Rollins wants to turn troubled children away from crime. Image: By Charlotte Goodwin A reformed Morden gang leader
Wimbledon bookworms fight back against high street decline
Summary: Copperfields bookshop is keeping afloat in a struggling climate. Image: By Thomas Paul Our high streets have gained apocalyptic
Merton veteran expresses concern over care for ex-soldiers ahead of Remembrance Day
Summary: Some veterans feel ignored by the government. Image: By Alice Todman Commuters at Wimbledon Station got a surprise yesterday
Free schools are causing a rich v poor education system says Merton’s NUT president
Summary: Maurice Sharp believes Education Secretary Michael Gove has caused a two-tier school system. Image: By Thomas Paul Despite
Merton charity delighted after receiving cash donation to help continue their work
Summary: Merton Street Pastors patrol the streets to help people during the evenings. Image: By Douglas Patient A well-valued volunteer
Merton receive good food award despite some concerns over food hygiene
Summary: The borough was given the accolade last month. By Douglas Patient Merton won an award for good food in
One Direction kittens looking for new homes after being left at Merton’s animal shelter
Summary: Harry, Zayn, Niall, Liam and Louis need new owners. Image: By Alice Todman Harry, Zayn, Liam, Louis and Niall
Families living on Wimbledon estate fear for their safety despite increased police presence
Summary: High Path estate was the target of a police operation last month. Image: By Sean Connor and Jack Crone
Merton gets a blast of culture as new arts initiative takes over Wimbledon Library
Summary: Culture Blast 2013 takes place this Sunday. Image: By Hannah Pupkewitz The launch of ‘Culture Blast’, a high profile arts-events initiative aiming