In case you missed it: Twickenham's top stories of the week
By The Editor
9th Jul 2021 | Local News
It's a busy old world and it's easy to miss a few stories in the constant cycle of news.
At Nub News we bring you Twickenham stories every day that are relevant to everyone who lives in and loves this town.
We've selected some of the week's best tales and most-read picks, as well as some longer reads you might enjoy with a cup of coffee over the weekend.
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Here are the top Twickenham stories from the last week, in case you missed them...
Number one is a feature article about one of the amazing artists on Eel Pie Island, Lee Campbell. We chatted to Lee about her life story and how she became an artist, why she loves teaching art in her studio over on Eel Pie Island, and some interesting residencies including one over in Teddington at the National Physical Laboratory.
We couldn't do a round-up of the week without mentioning last weekend's victory at Twickenham Stadium! Myles has written a few sports articles for us now and is currently finishing his master's degree in Sports Journalism at St Mary's University, Twickenham. Keep your eyes peeled for more of his work!
Antipodea has opened up in Twickenham's Strawberry Hill! Check out our write-up and photos from the opening morning.
Twickenham Film Studios released a host of details this week about its plans for the site's redevelopment in a bid to quell residents' concerns around noise, parking and disruption.
A petition has been launched by Richmond and Twickenham Friends of the Earth to close Richmond Athletic Association's gate onto the A316. This is the site where a Whitton cyclist, Mel Seymour, was killed in March. The petition has now reached over 500 signatures.
Ever wanted to have a nosey inside one of the cottages on First Cross Road? Here's your chance!
The controversial Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill passed its third reading in the House of Commons this week despite many MPs proposing amendments.
Like biltong? This is your shop, and it's just moved into a bigger space. We visited owner Pierre Du Preez at his new Limpopo Biltong site on Church Street to see how he has been getting on.
This is a lovely story! This new hair salon in Whitton has been very popular since opening a few weeks ago, and Co-Owner Tony Galletly told Nub News he is now offering free wash and blow drys to over 65s from Whitton every Thursday in July as a way to give back to the community.
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