Local News for 11 June 2008

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Cameras at last on road tragedy scene Jun 11 2008

Speed cameras have been activated on a stretch of road that claimed the life of a councillor's teenaged son.Read

Cool-headed George saves his drowning grandfather Jun 11 2008

A six-year-old boy whose quick thinking saved his grandad's life has been honoured by his school.Read

Teen saves mum and aunt after their oven blows up Jun 11 2008

A teenager has spoken of his fear and relief after his relatives were forced to escape from their home when a faulty oven exploded.Read

Coach firm paid for sign work with dud cheques Jun 11 2008

The owner of a coach travel company has apologised for the problems which left customers out of pocket and without their holidays.Read

Danger in black and white Jun 11 2008

A zebra crossing is an accident blackspot where pedestrians fear to tread because drivers refuse to stop.Read

Gran, 97, in 30ft plunge Jun 11 2008

A great great grandmother has amazed doctors and her own family by surviving a fall down a 30ft escalator at a shopping centre.Read

Why your curry could get a lot more expensive Jun 11 2008

THE global price of rice is soaring, causing some Hillingdon restaurateurs to feel the pinch and consider passing the increases on to customers.Read

Pawnbrokers prosper as rise in cost of living hits families Jun 11 2008

Spiralling house prices, surging energy bills and rising food and fuel costs are forcing debt-ridden residents to pawn their precious items in exchange for cold hard cash.Read

Promise held for 300 years Jun 11 2008

Fourteen new almshouses have been officially opened thanks to a shoemaker who bequeathed land to the people of Harefield more than three centuries ago.Read