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putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 10m

1,300 residents already completed a community survey on Putney Bridge junction. Now Wandsworth wants another—but this one avoids asking about traffic problems. No updated modeling was done before changes began (used pre-2019 data). Public meeting tomorrow. putney.news/2025/10/10/n...

New survey on Putney Bridge junction ignores its biggest problem - Putney.news

Council survey on Putney Bridge junction redesign angers residents who say questions avoid the scheme's main failure: gridlocked traffic.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 11m

East Putney police are stretched so thin they’re telling residents there’s little they can do about local thefts. Officers pulled to guard religious sites post-Manchester attack, no night patrols, and MoD land creating “blind spots.” The details are bleak.
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Overstretched East Putney police admit they’re powerless to stop thefts - Putney.news

East Putney police admit they're powerless to tackle theft, relying on residents for footage as resources are stretched protecting synagogues and mosques.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 41m

Wandsworth’s Cabinet Member for Housing has posted a video attacking our reporting on the Frances Bird case. Putney.News stands by its story — based on council emails confirming eviction action was being prepared. Read our full update: putney.news/2025/10/03/w...

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 13h

Six pointed questions from Putney Action Group will put Council Leader Simon Hogg on the spot Saturday over traffic chaos. One proposal draws on proven solutions from elsewhere—but will authorities listen, or will it be more assessments and delays?
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Fed-up Putney fires tough questions at authorities over traffic nightmare - Putney.news

Putney residents submit tough questions to council leader ahead of Saturday’s traffic meeting, demanding action over years of gridlock and inaction.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 14h

The dog-walking community on Putney Common was Jilly Cooper’s social laboratory. Every morning she watched “friends, acquaintances, enemies and detractors” interact, filling diaries with observations. That’s where she learned the skills that made Riders.
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The Common Years: How Putney made Jilly Cooper - Putney.news

Dame Jilly Cooper spent 1972-1982 on Putney Common, where daily walks and detailed diaries became research for Riders and shaped her legendary career.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 15h

Ostuni’s opening night: Full house on Tuesday, diners transferring money to the owner’s bank account because the payment system died, tiramisu MIA. Yet somehow the vibe worked. Sometimes restaurant charm is about how you handle disaster, not avoiding it.
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Ostuni’s daring transformation breathes fresh life into beloved Upper Richmond Road spot - Putney.news

Ostuni replaces La Casa Mia with upmarket ambitions and delivers on opening night. Premium Italian cooking, sophisticated surroundings, genuine warmth intact.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 23h

Putney’s had enough. Residents are firing tough questions at local leaders ahead of Saturday’s public meeting over traffic gridlock that’s reached “unbearable” levels. From air quality monitors to holding officials accountable—the community wants action, not excuses.
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Fed-up Putney fires tough questions at authorities over traffic nightmare - Putney.news

Putney residents submit tough questions to council leader ahead of Saturday’s traffic meeting, demanding action over years of gridlock and inaction.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 1d

The old yellow La Casa Mia sign still peeks out behind Ostuni’s new dark grey exterior—a visual metaphor for Upper Richmond Road’s upmarket shift. Opening night packed on a Tuesday despite payment chaos. The homemade pasta delivers on the ambition.
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Ostuni’s daring transformation breathes fresh life into beloved Upper Richmond Road spot - Putney.news

Ostuni replaces La Casa Mia with upmarket ambitions and delivers on opening night. Premium Italian cooking, sophisticated surroundings, genuine warmth intact.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 1d

Council Leader Simon Hogg’s Saturday meeting promises to discuss bulk collections. Putney residents have… other plans.
Top of their list: daily traffic chaos & bin collection failures. Plus questions about whether they’ll even be allowed to ask openly.
putney.news/2025/10/08/p...

Putney traffic chaos to take centre stage at Saturday showdown with council leader - Putney.news

Community coordination reveals deep frustration with council's "listening" claims while gridlock and bin collection failures go unaddressed.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 1d

How many hours did the illegal worker actually work? Depends who you ask—and when.
Shop owner’s contradictions pile up at hearing, plus a nearly £40K unpaid fine that officials say is unprecedented.
Licence decision due this week.
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Shop owner’s story fails the checkout in illegal worker case - Putney.news

Shop owner questioned over conflicting accounts and year-long delay in paying fine.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 1d

Wandsworth chasing £1m/year from park commercialisation while research shows these spaces deliver £34.2bn in wellbeing benefits nationally. The Gardens Trust: parks are “irreplaceable resources” - but did the council listen? putney.news/2025/10/08/w...

Wandsworth parks policy clashes with expert guidance on protecting green spaces - Putney.news

National charity's research published months after council pushed through commercialisation despite warnings.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 2d

Putney’s “Listening to You” meeting this Saturday might get awkward. Residents are bringing questions about traffic gridlock & bin failures – but neither topic appears in the council’s promotional materials.
“They are NOT listening to us,” says one local.
putney.news/2025/10/08/p...

Putney traffic chaos to take centre stage at Saturday showdown with council leader - Putney.news

Community coordination reveals deep frustration with council's "listening" claims while gridlock and bin collection failures go unaddressed.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 2d

Corner shop owner gave three different versions of the same story at a licensing hearing. Immigration officers weren’t buying it.
The unpaid £40K fine? “Never heard of this happening before.”
Decision coming within 5 days.
putney.news/2025/10/08/s...

Shop owner’s story fails the checkout in illegal worker case - Putney.news

Shop owner questioned over conflicting accounts and year-long delay in paying fine.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 2d

Weekend roadworks on Putney Bridge reignited a bigger conversation: residents say junction changes created daily gridlock that starts at 7:15am. The campaign for change is building.
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Your voices: Residents share traffic nightmare as campaign gains momentum - Putney.news

From trapped neighbours to business exodus - readers reveal junction impact.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 2d

what are the chances? 3 artists, 1 exhibition, same unlucky coincidence. but they’re not letting it stop them from showing their work at Wandsworth Artists’ Open House. free entry this weekend at Putney Arts Theatre

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Creativity can’t be broken: Putney artists defy injury to keep the show alive - Putney.news

Three Putney artists, all with broken arms, open their exhibition at Putney Arts Theatre for Wandsworth Artists’ Open House this weekend.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 2d

After seven decades, Brandlehow Primary’s iconic flat roof is leaking into classrooms.

Work has started but parents need to raise £20,000. A community rallying to save a school and architectural heritage.

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Race against the rain: Brandlehow’s £20,000 roof appeal - Putney.news

Brandlehow Primary School needs to raise £20,000 to fix its leaking roof. Help preserve this rare Goldfinger building and protect children's classrooms.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 3d

You know what they say about the show going on… three Putney artists prove it this weekend despite all facing the same bizarre injury before their exhibition. Curious what happened? catch them at Putney Arts Theatre Sat-Sun
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Creativity can’t be broken: Putney artists defy injury to keep the show alive - Putney.news

Three Putney artists, all with broken arms, open their exhibition at Putney Arts Theatre for Wandsworth Artists’ Open House this weekend.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 3d

Rain means umbrellas at Brandlehow Primary – except they’re inside Year 3’s classroom. The school’s 70-year-old roof is failing and parents are racing to raise £20,000 before winter storms arrive. £1,750 raised so far through community efforts.
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Race against the rain: Brandlehow’s £20,000 roof appeal - Putney.news

Brandlehow Primary School needs to raise £20,000 to fix its leaking roof. Help preserve this rare Goldfinger building and protect children's classrooms.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 3d

Got festive talent to share with your community?
Putney’s Ice Sculpture Trail (Nov 29) wants local performers to create musical moments as families explore frozen artworks. Perfect for gaining performance experience in a magical setting ❄️
putney.news/2025/10/06/s...

Share your talent: Putney seeks performers for spectacular Christmas event - Putney.news

Putney musicians wanted! Perform at the Christmas Ice Sculpture Trail on 29th November. Share your talent and bring festive magic to your community.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 3d

70,300 at Twickenham saw South Africa edge Argentina 29-27. Chelsea’s 18-year-old Estêvão scored a 95th-minute winner vs Liverpool, AFC Wimbledon stayed in playoff contention, but Fulham… well, you’ll want to read about that one 😬
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Twickenham thriller headlines week of stunning comebacks and crushing defeats - Putney.news

Springboks thrill at Twickenham, Estêvão rescues Chelsea, Fulham collapse and Wimbledon win away in dramatic week for Putney-area sport.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 3d

Update: Wandsworth Council confirms no eviction notice has been served on 71-year-old Roehampton resident Frances Bird. The council says it’s waiting for more info from police before deciding next steps.
Full story 👉 putney.news/2025/10/03/w...

Wandsworth Council threatens 82-year-old tenant with eviction over Facebook comment - Putney.news

Wandsworth Council threatens 71-year-old resident Frances Bird with eviction over a Facebook post, sparking outrage and claims of silencing dissent on the Lennox Estate.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 3d

Putney’s calling for local performers! 🎶
The Ice Sculpture Trail is back Nov 29th and needs singers, musicians & performers to bring the festive magic. Volunteer gig with time slots along the trail - all ages/experience levels welcome
Slots going fast!
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Share your talent: Putney seeks performers for spectacular Christmas event - Putney.news

Putney musicians wanted! Perform at the Christmas Ice Sculpture Trail on 29th November. Share your talent and bring festive magic to your community.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 4d

The Springboks made history at Twickenham, beating Argentina 29-27 for their first back-to-back Rugby Championship title. Teen sensation Estêvão rescued Chelsea in the 95th minute, but Fulham’s late meltdown spoiled their night. What a weekend of drama:
putney.news/2025/10/06/t...

Twickenham thriller headlines week of stunning comebacks and crushing defeats - Putney.news

Springboks thrill at Twickenham, Estêvão rescues Chelsea, Fulham collapse and Wimbledon win away in dramatic week for Putney-area sport.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 4d

Greenford station got step-free access for £2.2m using inclined lifts instead of the £10m estimated for traditional designs. East Putney could do the same and save £16m – if local leaders follow the playbook.
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How to actually deliver step-free access at East Putney – and save £16 million - Putney.news

Proven technology could cut costs from £20 million to £4 million. Here's the roadmap to stop studying and start building.

putneynews.bsky.social @putneynews.bsky.social · 4d

Third “progress” announcement in 6 months for East Putney station. Still no construction funding. Still 6.18 million annual journeys via stairs only. We’ve obtained the 2019 feasibility study that’s been gathering dust. See what they’re not telling you: putney.news/2025/10/05/g...

Groundhog Day at East Putney: We publish the feasibility study TfL already has - Putney.news

As TfL and Putney's MP announce feasibility study for step-free access, we publish the comprehensive 2019 report that was never acted upon. It's time to stop playing games with the electorate.