Richmond & Twickenham Times

2 days ago | richmondandtwickenhamtimes.co.uk | Laura Howard

Earps stunned the footballing world by announcing her decision last week after reportedly being told by Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman that she would not be first choice for the defence of England’s European crown. Telford, who boasts 27 caps for England between the sticks, believes the squad’s remaining goalkeepers will suffer for the loss of Earps’ experience in Switzerland. “For me, it's a huge loss in terms of the GK union,” she said.

2 days ago | richmondandtwickenhamtimes.co.uk | holly brencher

The Marzamemi Festival returns for its second year, taking place on July 5 and 6 at Old Deer Park in Richmond, bringing the sights, sounds and flavours of Sicily to the capital. Emily Ceraudo, founder of the Marzamemi Festival, said: "I am so proud to bring Marzamemi to my home of Richmond. "The festival is a celebration of my Italian culture, and I’m excited to show my local community the beauty of the island through food, drink, fashion, music and more.

1 week ago | richmondandtwickenhamtimes.co.uk | Gareth Roberts

And as part of the formal reaffirmation proceedings, there will be all manner of activities across the borough to celebrate these vital, and much-cherished, ties we have with our continental cousins. Indeed you may already have seen the borough festooned in the flags of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and the Council of Europe, which add not only a dash of colour to our high streets but also serve as a visual prompt to the forthcoming festivities.

1 week ago | richmondandtwickenhamtimes.co.uk | Sophie England

The Raynes Park Post Office has been saved from closure after a campaign was launched by Liberal Democrat representatives. It will remain open under a new independent franchise operator, offering the same services. The transition is expected to be completed by September 2025. The Raynes Park Liberal Democrat team launched a petition to prevent its closure and engaged with the Post Office directly. Wimbledon MP Paul Kohler also contacted the Minister for Services, Small Business and Exports.

1 week ago | richmondandtwickenhamtimes.co.uk | Emilia Kettle

Ealing Council has issued a warning to Londoners as two people have died after taking 'blue pills'. (Image: Getty Images) Londoners have been told not to take any 'blue pills' after two people died over the bank holiday weekend. According to Ealing Council, they died after taking the unidentified blue drug together in Southall, West London. Following their deaths, the council is issuing a warning to anyone who may have the drugs in possession.