November 2008 Archives

Metal sheets have finally been restored to the roof of Heston's Grade II-listed Hermitage following a long stand-off between council chiefs and the building's owner.

The 15th-century thatched cottage in Upper Sutton Lane has been gradually decaying since being ravaged by a fire in 2003.

About 500 sporty youngsters from schools across Hounslow pitted themselves against each other at Brentford Leisure Centre last Tuesday.

St Lawrence Primary School in Feltham triumphed at the huge sports day, involving youngsters from 49 primary schools.

A major campaign has been launched in Heston to help Hounslow's over-60s keep in good health during the winter months.

Leaflets will be sent out to thousands of households as part of the 'Keep Warm, Keep Well' scheme.

A mum-of-four's petition to curb firework usage during the Diwali period has had a positive impact upon inconsiderate firework users.

Although Meena Hans was dreading the 'festival of light', which was celebrated on October 28 by Hounslow's Sikh community, she says her petition has really made a difference.

Council bosses are urging more people to join the battle against Heathrow expansion, claiming three quarters of Hounslow's residents could belong to 'minority groups'.

Cllr Barbara Reid, who is spearheading the council campaign against airport expansion, says under government guidelines up to 75 per cent of local people could be eligible for inclusion in a last-minute Equalities Impact Assessment survey.