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The dancing years: has anything changed since I took my first steps?

The dancing years: has anything changed since I took my first steps?

8:23am Saturday 24th November 2012

DEDICATION, commitment, time and perseverance are just some of the qualities needed to succeed.

'Hidden' family practice that terrorises young girls in Ealing community

Laws are tightening, but the practice of female circumcision is still continuing

10:13am Wednesday 14th November 2012

A CHILD screams. Pain, isolation, terror, torture. The seven-year-old’s cries shatter against the cold, hard walls of a secluded room. The stench of blood and scorched flesh fills the air. The restraints tighten and rub her skin raw.

Hillingdon families reassured: adoption can be a two-way loving bond

Hillingdon families reassured: adoption can be a two-way loving bond

9:28pm Sunday 11th November 2012

“FOR children to find a stable, loving home in which they can grow up and feel a part of is the way in which they recover from the things that have happened to them in the past. It’s the way in which they will turn into adults that can make their way in the world, level and equal with all the other children that turn into adults.”

Hillingdon crackdown on fraud balanced by need to make genuine claimants more aware of benefits

Hillingdon crackdown on fraud balanced by need to make genuine claimants more aware of benefits

12:40pm Friday 9th November 2012

A CRACKDOWN on benefit fraud is taking place in Hillingdon this month.

From Ruislip Woods to a life of service in remote Thailand - it's what keeps Chiko buzzing

Friends: Chiko qith one of the resident dogs, Three Legs

10:54am Friday 9th November 2012

“IT really puts things into perspective, though I guess that can sometimes be a bad thing, making you realise how mundane and pointless everyday life is."

Weight of expectation on university students

St Mary's: popular destination for borough students

8:29pm Friday 2nd November 2012

ST MARY’S University College still provides good value for money for students despite a hike in tuition fees, according to the president of the students union.

Hypnotherapy: could this be the answer for smokers this Stoptober?

Hypnotherapy: could this be the answer for smokers this Stoptober?

8:31am Thursday 25th October 2012

THOUSANDS of smokers across the country are hoping to transform this October into Stoptober by rising to a Government-backed challenge to go without cigarettes for 28 days.

Reach Society awarded £5,000 to help work with black community

Inspirational: the Reach Society

8:32pm Thursday 18th October 2012

VOLUNTEERS trying to inspire young black men to fulfil their potential are celebrating after winning thousands of pounds to continue their work in and around London.

Acupuncture - now I get the point of it!

Relaxing: Corinna stretching out at the new Uxbridge Community Acupuncture centre

3:41pm Sunday 2nd September 2012

AS I survey the numerous needles protruding out of various parts of my legs, arms and feet, not forgetting the one sprouting from the top of my forehead, I wonder what to expect next.

Capital's wealthiest still looking for upturn in fortune

Capital's wealthiest still looking for upturn in fortune

6:22am Tuesday 20th March 2012

MORE than 70 per cent of London's millionaires have seen no improvement in their finances in the last 12 months - and they aren't expecting that statistic to change any time soon.

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It seems that WCHT are one of a very few organisations that have the guts and common-sense to bring back apprenticeships. Oh that more companies would do the same. At least some kids leaving school might be able to forge a career in such essential things as plumbing, bricklaying, electrician, etc. − pc49plod

Housing trust signs up construction work apprentices »

In 20 years of supporting the orns that was the best day and experience I've had as a fan. Amazing team display. Zola deserves so much credit for his team selection and changes!! A lot of fans were calling for MV to be taken off for FF but how wrong were they?? Incredible, amazing. − Joelage

Watford reach Wembley in unbelievable fashion »



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