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14 August, 2020

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What's Happened in Hammersmith

Deteriorating Hammersmith Bridge Completely Closed
Pedestrians and cyclists no longer allowed as more cracks appear

Mixed Emotions for A Level Students in Local Schools
Exceptional results at Latymer but state school students feel cheated by system

Byron Burgers Looks Set to Close Local Branches
New owners keeping Westfield restaurant but not interested in Hammersmith



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Government Considering TfL Bid for Hammersmith Bridge Funding
Unwilling to give timescale for decision despite project being 'shovel ready'

Sam's Larder Opens on Crisp Road
New boutique deli is shop extension of eponymous restaurant

Lyric Hammersmith Announces Panto Postponement
Blames uncertainty over government guidelines for public performances



+ All Aboard to Acton! +
London Transport Museum opens its west London Depot for new summer family fun season



Locally-based Charity Proving to Be Lifeline for Disabled Children
Acton on Disability's summer camp providing relief after lockdown

Plea Made To Help Fund Van for Sheltered Accommodation
Age UK's Hammersmith & Fulham branch needs replacement due to new ULEZ charges

Pandemic Has Led To Huge Increase in Waiting Lists
Hospitals struggle with backlog as patients' treatments delayed by over a year



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Mega Merger of Local Health Services Moves to Next Stage
Single Clinical Commissioning Group proposed for North West London

Cinema Returns to Vue in Westfield
Shepherd's Bush shopping centre one of ten venues reopening nationally

Hong Kong Buyers Not Just Looking at Monopoly Board Streets
Many want to buy in outer London according to property expert

Under-18s Free Travel Suspension Delayed
Withdrawal of exemption now set to begin after October half term



+ Hammersmith: A Study in Town History +
Warwick Draper's classic book on the area



Bus Drivers Say 24/7 Lanes Not Enough
They want priority signals at busy road junctions as well

Mayor Furious About M25 Quarantine Plan
Government hadn't told him of strategy to seal off capital

Upcoming Roadworks in Hammersmith
Delays in store on Fulham Palace and Shepherd's Bush Roads

Forthcoming Disruption on Public Transport
Changes to tube and rail services during the current crisis



+ The Best Painters and Decorators in Hammersmith +
Local companies providing home improvement services


Hammersmith  Community

Free Food Parcels On Offer to Those In Need in Hammersmith
Residents unable to shop can register on weekdays to receive delivery the next day

Hammersmith & Fulham Community Comes Together
Neighbours join forces to help those who are vulnerable or self-isolating during crisis

H&F Council Seek To Mobilise Volunteer Army
Fit and able residents urged to join community action network to help the vulnerable

Charity Awards Grants to 21 H&F Community Groups
Funds raised by Coronavirus Response Appeal are supporting our most vulnerable residents


Hammersmith's Discussion Forum

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A range of local issues under being debated on our message board

Go Ahead Given for Hammersmith's Tallest Building

Roll out of 5G masts and cabinets on derelict land in Hammersmith and Fulham

st peters litter pickers 2020

Looking for a good size double room

Post Office Closure - A disaster for Hammersmith

Ravenscourt Park

Hammersmith and West London Peoples theatre Company


What's on in Hammersmith

+ Russell Gallery Reopens Doors +
As 1 metre ruling allows for 'real' Summer Exhibition 2020


William Morris Society Launches Online Exhibition
Highlights from the collection cover the diverse interests of the artist

Brook Green Market Now Open on Wednesday and Saturday
Offering fresh organic fruit and veg while taking all necessary precautions

Riverside Studios Launch Virtual Riverside
Programme of free online films and community events during lockdown

Residents Offered Free Home Workouts and Fitness Classes
App for members of H&F's three Better leisure centres now open to all

Have You Explored H&F Libraries' Online Resources?
Discover e-books, audio books, courses, learning for children and much more

Hammersmith Events
A full listing of what's on in the local area

If you have a local event for inclusion send details to: editor@HammersmithToday.co.uk


News From Nearby

Fulham: Huge Fulham Riverside Development Increased in Size
Over 200 new flats on Currys PC World site in towers up to 12 storeys high

Fulham: 'Monster Mast' Proposed for North End Road
5G monopole opposite Clarence pub would be taller than nearby trees

Shepherd's Bush: Teenager Latest Arrest in Alexander Kareem Murder Case
Eighth person to be detained in connection with shooting

Ealing: Motorcyclist Killed in Greenford Collision
Four arrested after fatality on Horsenden Lane North

Chiswick: Columbia Road Traders Sign Up For Chiswick Flower Market
Stalls all sold out a month ahead of launch

Acton: Differing Views on Acton Low Traffic Neighbourhood Plan
Scheme aims to reduce rat running in the area north of Churchfield Road

Ealing: Stop and Search in Walpole Park Leads to Discovery of Gun
Suspect was also found to be in possession of crack cocaine and heroin

Brentford: Windmill Road Man Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder at Retrial
Mark Brazant admits repeatedly stabbing woman in the face

Brentford: An Extraordinary Results Day at Isleworth and Syon School
Outstanding performances include deputy head boy winning place at Cambridge

Wandsworth: Another High-Rise Build Underway On York Road
On the site of the old Battersea Bar

Wimbledon: Police Hunt After Indecent Exposure In A Wimbledon Park
Detectives suspect the man is a regular offender and ask for witnesses

Acton: Acton Fire Fighters Pay Respects To Beirut Explosion Victims
Lebanese crew responding to incident were among the fatalities

Wandsworth: Three Council Staff Resign Over 'Improper' Relationships
Accepted meals and overseas trips from contractors

Wimbledon: Major Upgrades For Colliers Wood Cycle Superhighway
New sections of protected cycle lane to Elephant & Castle being created

Ealing: Unlicensed Music Event Held on Horsenden Hill
Police seal off area after hundreds of people congregate

Putney: Roehampton Mental Hospital Patient Absconds
Jamie Khan was on escorted walk in Danebury Avenue when he fled


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