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Do you know Michael Shak ? 18th January 2011

looking for Michael Shak, pianist Message: A 2002 Guardian story told of a piano teacher / ex-concert pianist originally from New York, that lives in Kentish Town. We were friends 40 years ago in New York and I've been trying to find him for several years. if you have any information about... Read More
New Year Tax Return Reminder for London 10th January 2012

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is issuing a New Year reminder to anyone in London who hasn’t yet sent in their 2010/11 Self Assessment tax return. There are two important things to remember if you still haven’t submitted your 2010/11 return – firstly, you must send it online and... Read More
The first visit to the US by David Cameron, what do we think? 20th July 2010

Its the first visit to the US by David Cameron. Mr Cameron and Mr Obama have alot to discuss from the oil spill to the Lockerbie bomber but what DO YOU THINK should be top on the list for discussion and why?? Read More
Bushey jumble sale returns... 7th April 2010

The famous St Paul's Church, Bushey, jumble sale is back on Saturday 17 April - don't miss it. From 2pm there will be clothing and shoes, linen and curtains, toys, bric-a-brac, DVDs, CDs, books and refreshments on offer. Donations of jumble (saleable items only) can be left in the church... Read More
Camden Crawl '10 full line up! 9th March 2010

The Camden Crawl is back for 2010 and the line-up has been announced – click here to read it in full. The festival will run over the weekend of Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 May, with the likes of We Are Scientists, Babybird and Cornershop, all playing over the two days at different Camden venues. For... Read More
Fencing classes in Highgate 23rd March 2010

Beginners courses run for five weeks, cost £85 and all fencing equipment is provided. Class sizes are kept small so you receive thorough training and coaching during your course and you will fence with club members. This is a fantastic way to learn, gain confidence in fencing ability and have... Read More
Tesco, St Albans Road 30th March 2010

The new Tesco Express has been open on St Albans Road for a couple of weeks now. Have you seen what sort of an impact it has had on local businesses? Will other retailers be able to survive in the shadow of the multi-national? Comment below. Read More
Banksy-style exhib in Oxhey... 19th March 2010

You have until the end of the month to visit the huge walk-in painting installation, almost Banksy-style, exhibition by Jeff Gibbons at St Matthews Church, Eastbury Road, Oxhey. Annunciation: birth of language will be on show until 30th March and the opening hours are 10.30 am until 4.30 pm... Read More
Watford goes back to the 80s! 5th March 2010

From Duran Duran to The Human League, from Kim Wilde to Culture Club and from Madonna to Soft Cell, Wham and Madness, the 80s Mania concert is making its way to the Watford Colosseum next month.The 80s Mania concert is currently touring the UK for the second year, celebrating the chart-topping... Read More
Farmers Markets 12th February 2010

Don't forget to support your local farmers at the regular markets. Natural produce at great prices. Alexandra Palace Farmer's Market on Sunday 14 March and Sunday 21 March. Entrance at the Hornsey Gate end, 10am to 3pmAlso at Campsbourne School, Nightingale Lane, off Priory Road, N8 7AG on Sunday 28... Read More
Bushey Station manager 26th February 2010

If there was an award for the most efficient, polite, well-mannered and chipper station manager, Bushey Station's manager would have to be a front-runner... Favourite comments over the loudspeaker to commuters include: ‘stay warm if you possibly can’, ‘have a good day and try to stay out of... Read More
A shortage of school places in Rickmansworth? 19th February 2010

Hertfordshire County Council has promised to address the issue of school places in Rickmansworth, as well as other areas in the county that are suffering from a lack of space - click to read our news story here. Is this a real problem in Rickmansworth? If so, comment below, and tell us what... Read More