What happened in Chiswick during March 2004

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* Ealing Council Pay £1.5 million for Image Consultants *
Questions Raised About Contract to Promote Response Programme

* Ken says local opposition rules out Crossrail *
Mayor Dismisses chances of West London spur being built

* Another Suicide Drama at Turnham Green *
No fatality but station's tag as 'most dangerous' on the network confirmed

* Noisy Neighbours Silenced *
Two Chiswick Residents Successfully Prosecuted

* Local football star tells of Rape Nightmare *
Carlton Cole tells of media ordeal after allegations were made against him

* Fullers Rated Best Pub Chain *
Local Brewer Scoops award at recent ceremony

* Pissarro's has it Covered! *
Restaurant installing new roof on conservatory area

* Red BMW in Hit and Run on A4 *
Car hits pedestrian and then speeds off with smashed windscreen

* Forty Rescued after Chaos on the River *
Rough Weather disrupts Head of the River Race

* Support Your Local Museum *
Hogarth House wants your support in a national poll

* Residents Oppose Hartington Court Scheme *
Claim plans will destroy Art Deco building in conservation area

* Top Local Cop gets Award for Undercover Drugs Op *
Martin Bridger Ealing's Borough Commander Receives Commissioner's Commendation

* Plans for Chiswick House Make Progress *
But Major Restoration Work may not begin for Two Years

* No Cash for Chiswick Library for Three Years *
Budget Constraints means no funding for major redevelopment

* Projects sought for London Sustainability Weeks *
Opportunity for residents to get involved in global issues on a local level

* The Ladies Who Lunched With The Queen *
Erin Pizzey amongst women at Royal luncheon

* Railway Footbridge Lighting to be Improved *
Schemes for Deans Close and Chiswick Village to be considered

* Be Green With Your Garden Waste *
Garden waste collection service returns for another year

* Bins Can Only Get Better *
Report sees prospect of improvement in Ealing's Refuse Collection

* A truly Excellent Development in Africa *
Local Self-help Charity has transformed the lives of thousands

* Fatal Accident Goldhawk Road *
Police Seek Information on Death of Motorcyclist

* Local Teachers Get Awards *
Over 1,000 years of dedication acknowledged at ceremony

* Centre Opens for Duke of Edinburgh's Award *
Offering Bronze Silver and Gold Sections at Chiswick Methodist Church

* Gumley House Judged Victors of The Courtroom *
Convent School girls win their local heat in mock trial competition

* New Council Tax rates announced *
Rises well above inflation once again

* Chiswick Officially Loses Its Timelessness *
15 Years On Chiswick High Road Clock Starts To Tick

* Chiswick wish list under consideration *
Residents bombard Area Committee with ideas for local spending

* Chiswick restaurant has London's best wine list *
La Trompette in Devonshire Road scoops prestigious award

* Local Tories Express Concern Over Mobile Masts *
New Bill would allow residents greater say in planning process

* Hogarth Maquette goes on sale *
Opportunity to acquire a unique piece of Hogarth memorabilia

* Strengthen Your Mind & Body *
Traditional Style Seido Karate at the Arts Ed

* St. Mary's Convent celebrates job well done *
New building work funded by Appeal draws to a close

* Chiswick Students' Experience Of A Lifetime *
Bolivian expedition will include a community house-building project

* Ann Keen Backs Amnesty Campaign *
MP marks International Women's Day with plea on Domestic Violence

* Strong Growth for Local Web Sites *
2004 sees a big increase in traffic for West London's on-line media

* Campaigners look to EU on night flights *
HACAN urges lobbying of European Parliament to reduce aircraft noise

* Budget Report reveals Ealing Borrowing Binge *
Liabilities now equal £4,000 for every household in the borough

* Heroic RNLI crews in high demand *
Chiswick station rescues 138 people in one year

* Chiswick permit holders to get refunds *
Council say anyone overcharged for permit will receive cheque in post

* Ealing Police warn residents: 'Don't be so revealing' *
Mobile billboard to increase vehicle crime awareness

* Missing 'Star' continues to elude capture *
Substantial reward offered for lost Red Lord Parrot

* Campaigners look to EU on night flights *
HACAN urges lobbying of European Parliament to reduce aircraft noise

* Hounslow Expand Key Worker Initiative *
Extended scheme will enable more workers to own their own homes in the Borough

* Electronic patient records will revolutionise local NHS *
Integrated Patient Care System aims to assure greater efficiency

* New grants could cover costs of CCTV and improved lighting *
Gate-It Operation Launched To Tackle Alleyway Anti-Social Behaviour

* A Star Is Born At The Green School *
Local school presented with their own star

* Will to Win triumph over Harrow *
Chiswick Tennis Club Veterans win 14-2

* Meads make it Academic *
Old Meadonians 7 University College London Academical Old Boys 1

* Will to Win on a roll *
Chiswick Tennis Club Veterans Defeat Regents Park

* First half Goal Blitz Seals it for Meads *
Amateur Football Combination - Old Meadonians 4 Old Salvatorians 1

* Thai Pianist Performs to High Standard *
David Shavreen reviews the latest presentation of Blenheim Concerts

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