News in Twickenham

Police are hunting for a group of at least 10 males in relation to a vicious attack that took place in the summer.

Richmond Police have just issued an image of the suspects involved in an assault on Hampton Court Road, alongside Bushy Park.

Fears for the future of schemes to boost road safety, cut air pollution and support cycling have been raised by Council chiefs.

Leaders at Richmond Borough Council are concerned the schemes are under threat because the Government has refused long-term funding for Transport for London.

Environment champions, Habitats & Heritage, have vowed to oppose development in an important 'wildlife corridor' close to Twickenham Green.

The organisation has identified that the 'backlands' site, behind the Prince Albert pub, Hampton Road, makes an important contribution to biodiversity.

Harlequins Women made it four wins from four in the Allianz Premier 15s following a comprehensive 29-5 win over Wasps Women at Twickenham Stadium.

It was a scrappy open to the match, with Wasps threatening to score. However, a titanic defensive effort from the hosts repelled their local rivals time and time again.

Over 72,000 tickets were issued for Big Game 13 as supporters were treated to a day packed full of entertainment inside and outside the stadium, with DJ Pete Tong performing between the Women's and Men's games, a spectacular lightshow, fairground attractions and much more on show!

Determined to put the dampener in Quins big day Saints struck first at HQ, rumbling towards the line and sending South African number eight Juarno Augustus over the line from short range. Saints fly-half Dan Biggar added the conversion to give the visitors a perfect start.

Households have been warned about disruption to Christmas and New Year bin and recycling collections amid a shortage of drivers.

The private company providing the service, Serco, says it has a 10% shortage of drivers.

Beaumont House Day Nursery has collected donations for a Twickenham-based homeless charity as part of a collective group-wide initiative to spread some joy this Christmas.

Parents and families of the Nursery, located on Heath Road, donated dried and tinned goods alongside festive treats in order to support individuals during the festive period, through Spear London.

As more and more events are being organised locally Nub News is launching a new weekly round-up of what's on in Twickenham each weekend.

Every Thursday we will now bring you our top picks of the events in our town for the coming weekend.

Big Game 13 at Twickenham on Monday, December 27, featuring both the men's and women's Harlequins teams, is expected to avoid a last minute ban on fans.

A crowd of approaching 80,000 is expected for what is the biggest club game in the sport, which is worth millions in ticket sales, food, drink and merchandise.

Controversial plans to fell trees in a 'wildlife corridor' near Twickenham Green have been approved despite fierce opposition from residents.

The decision was made by Council planning officials under delegated powers without any involvement from elected councillors.