What happened in Chiswick during May 2004

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* 15,000 Walk the Walk in their Wonderbras *
Chiswick power walkers raise £5,000 for Breast Cancer Research

* Chiswick man accused of masterminding coup *
Mercenaries in Africa point finger at local management consultant

* Harvey Rose Calls for Proper Consultation on Tram *
Councillor claims previous consultations have been biased and mishandled

* 'Chiswick West' scheme finally killed off *
Mystery developer abandons attempt to build Gunnersbury skyscraper

* W4 Property Prices Miss Out On London Recovery *
Terraced Properties see sharp fall as flat prices rebound

* Chiswick Shamed by Care Deficit *
Relatively few families are fostering in the area

* Chiswick House Grounds Murder Rumours Prove False *
Police enter Chiswick School to catch disqualified driver

* Councillors' War of Words Deepens *
Conflict between Brentford and Chiswick councillors worsens

* Street Names of Chiswick *
Ever wondered how your road got its name? - find out here

* Chiswick to benefit from Marchioness Legacy *
Lawrence Dallaglio names new Thames Lifeboat

* Thumbs down for Stile Hall Area CPZ *
Councillors unconvinced majority of residents in favour

* Action Girl Amanda Seeks Mini Stars for Pop Video *
Opportunity for your kids to have a great day out with the stars

* Chiswick goes Euro 2004 mad *
Spot flags on Turnham Green Terrace and win a prize

* epitype strikes Gold for Goldsmiths *
Dukes Meadows based design consultancy wins coveted award

* What becomes of the broken hearted? *
An innovative approach for coaching adults through heartache

* Making the Streets of North Chiswick Safer *
Public urged to be more cautious to reduce street crime figures

* Good form continues at Will to Win *
Chiswick based tennis club maintain excellent start to season

* Ken calls school run 4x4 drivers 'idiots' *
Off-roaders - 'status symbols for people with too much money'

* Controversy over exclusion of 'crusading' councillor *
Tories cry foul over failure to appoint Robert Oulds to crime committee

* All Change at Hounslow Council *
Colin Ellar new leader but Tories blast 'no ability' executive members

* Ann Keen Hails Fall in Local Unemployment *
Tory opponent says figures are more spin than substance

* Are Chiswick Police better than the rest? *
Then nominate them for the Constable of the Year Award

* Macmillan Cancer Relief announce fundraising events *
Recital and Garden Party at St Paul's School and more

* No Puff Puff on the Chuff Chuff *
Smoking Ban Across The South West Trains Network

* Council clamps down on foul behaviour *
New campaign to combat dog mess on the streets

* New Bins to tackle litter in Chiswick *
Move part of Council's on-going 'Stupid Waste' campaign

* Cold Calling/Silent Calls/Unwanted Letters *
Police advice on how to reduce these unwelcome intrusions

* Discovery Channel Moves to Chiswick *
New European HQ in Chiswick Business Park

* A Thousand Thanks for Chiswick Charity *
Visitors to Malawi witness the grant of Microloan's 1000th loan

* Chiswick celeb avoids driving ban *
Rula Lenska tells court that she needs car for acting work

* Author and TV star support Foster Care Fortnight *
Ealing Council Seek 80 New Carers to Address Shortage

* Local heroes get recognition *
Award ceremony for outstanding service in the community

* Ann Keen Joins Campaign Against Mobile Masts *
Sites planned at the Police Station and Barley Mow Passage

* Women Targeted with Hoax Health Calls *
Malicious caller asks questions of a sexual nature

* Environmental activities at Countryside Live *
Local School Children to Experience Rural Life at Syon Park

* Bedford Park Church marks 125th anniversary *
Three vicars of St Michael's celebrate the occasion

* Double victory for Will to Win *
Ladies and Men's Team Start Season with win

* Turnham Green 'Envy of Network' Claims Derided *
Station Refurb to Mean Early Closure for Tube Station

* Stars Out in Force to Support Hospice Project *
Brief Life of Milo Inspires Major Fundraising Effort

* Chiswick 'Respectable' in Tale of Sexual Infatuation *
New Edition of 'Lost Classic' from Local Author Published

* Where Have All The Felines Gone? *
Spate of Missing Cats Across West London Prompts Concern

* All Systems Go for the Mela *
London's greatest celebration of Asian culture launched

* Chiswick Women Go Walking Semi-Naked *
Local mothers aim to complete the Playtex Moonwalk in aid of Breast Cancer Research

* New Unit in Chiswick to Improve Care for the Elderly *
Clifton Gardens Facility to Aid Older People with Dementia

* Business As Usual at Borthwicks *
Tube Refurbishment Leads to Closure of Turnham Green Terrace Branch

* The Marathon is for Wimps! *
Local Man Enters Gruelling Triathlon in Mother's Memory

* Top Borough Policeman Hails 'Tremendous' Results *
Overall crime down sharply in Ealing but gun crime on the increase

* What are you views about crime in Chiswick? *
Help Shape the Future of Local Policing by Responding to a Survey

* Free Compost Bins for Hounslow Borough Residents *
Offer aims to encourage a greener lifestyle!

* Youngsters Shine at Grove Park Tournament *
Nearly 300 local budding soccer stars play in competition

* Police Claim 'Spectacular Success' in the Fight Against Crime *
7.1% fall in crime in Hounslow attributed to increase in force numbers

* Blitz on Graffiti in Chiswick *
Big Response from residents wanting to clean up their homes

* Young Singers Earn Starring Role in Festival *
The Second Grove Park Music Festival Singing Competition

* Ann Keen Goes Back To School *
Belmont welcomes local MP as part of 'MPs Back To School Day'

* Church Summer Fair Looks for Business Backing *
Calling all businesses that want to reach out to the heart of the community

* Free Compost Bins for Hounslow Borough Residents *
Offer aims to encourage a greener lifestyle!

* Local NHS Services At The Touch Of A Button *
New web site launched with info on local health services

* £8.5m To Tackle Fuel Poverty In West London *
Local Authorities join forces with Powergen to ease to burden of fuel bills

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