Someday I Will Treat You Good (Free subscription) | 05/16/2008
I’ve never been a big fan of graffiti, probably one reason I was such an active advocate of Love Lewisham as a councillor, but I did always recognise there was often differences in the intent of those doing the deed. That's been brought into sharp relief by a couple of pieces of stenciling I’ve seen on [...]
leepedia lite (Free subscription) | 05/15/2008
This Sunday the 18th May 2008 Meeting up at 11am at The Crown - top of Blackheath Village and 11.30 at Cutty Sark Gardens ROUTE Thames Path to Tower Bridge, over then return along the north side to Greenwich Foot Tunnel. Easy and flat. All welcome, suitable for children age 7+ who are confident cyclists and new or returning cyclists. Further details from Tom Crispin
andrewmilton (Free subscription) | 05/14/2008
Lewisham Council's Sustainable Development Select Committee is due to carry out an in-depth review of Empty and Under-Used Properties in the borough, with a focus on identifying the extent of the problem, and looking at ways to reduce numbers. They have asked ward councillors to list any problematic empty or under-used properties (either commercial or housing - this may also include lock-up...
andrewmilton (Free subscription) | 05/14/2008
This week the developers of the Loampit Vale complex that will include the replacement for Ladywell Pool alongside about 800 flats are presenting their plans to the public. All residents and users of Ladywell Pool are invited to attend and comment on the proposal. These events are held at Lewisham Bridge Primary School (entrance from Vian Street). Dates and times are: - Thursday 15th May 4:30...
leepedia lite (Free subscription) | 05/12/2008
Joanne Moulton, Lewisham's Children & Young Persons Librarian would like to hear what your favourite authors and books are, and what you'd like to see in Manor House Library when it re-opens either this December or January 2009. Now's your chance to email Joanne and nominate your favourite picture books, novels, graphic novels, manga and non-fiction books!
Maverecon (Free subscription) | 05/11/2008
Yesterday, Saturday 11th May 2008, a sixteen year old boy, Jimmy Mizen, was murdered in a bakery shop in Lee, Lewisham, South East London. He had turned 16 the day before, and this was his first day at work. I did not know him or his family, but this killing feels personal, because it [...]
andrewmilton (Free subscription) | 05/10/2008
The Safer Lewisham bus will be visiting five different locations across the borough from Monday 19 May until Friday 20 May. The Local Safer Neighbourhood Police Teams will be attending so that residents can report crimes or discuss local problems. Council Wardens and Crime Prevention Officers will also be available to offer advice and information. Residents will be able to find out about a police,...
leepedia lite (Free subscription) | 05/09/2008
Lewisham Press Release: Last chance for thousands of young Londoners to sign-up for free travel Applications at Post Offices must be made by this Saturday 10th May for new Oyster photocards to be issued in time for the 1st June Transport for London (TfL) is today (Thursday) issuing a final call to the families of up to 35,000 11 to 13 year olds in London to act before they lose their privilege...
Someday I Will Treat You Good (Free subscription) | 05/07/2008
As I was slightly early home this evening my eldest son and I dropped in to the Arthouse on Lewisham Way to take a look at an exhibition by Thion, a local artist. The paintings were all accompanied by a Haiku which I thought added to the experience. In the toilet men are pissing I discretely glance If this [...]
Brockley Central (Free subscription) | 05/07/2008
The arrival of a new juicer at Brockley Central prompted us to try Lewisham Market, in search of cheap fruit. Even a state-of-the-art centrifugal machine requires mountains of the stuff to muster a glass, so finding affordable fruit is the only way to make juicing an affordable hobby. Lewisham Market - open daily between Monday and Saturday along the pedestrianised section of the high...
Someday I Will Treat You Good (Free subscription) | 05/06/2008
The BBC had this back in April, which I’ve only picked up on today: In total, 386,374 people died of pneumonia during the eight years examined, but there were significant regional variations. Lewisham in London had the highest number of deaths per head, Berwick-on-Tweed the least. The researchers think the problems are caused by exhaust fumes, although lung specialists urge [...]
Brockley Central (Free subscription) | 05/06/2008
The Love Lewisham project is a celebrated case study of how local government can harness new technology to engage with the public - improving speed and access to council services and "democratising" information about the public realm. It means anyone with a mobile phone - even those who aren't given taxpayer-funded ones - can report a problem on their street instantly. It is a good idea. It's...
andrewmilton (Free subscription) | 05/04/2008
I won't comment on the recent Mayoral election result, but if Boris wants to visit Lewisham Central ward and see the issues facing us, I'd be more than happy to show him around. Or he might like to upstage Mayor Bullock by dropping in on the Ladywell Fields Fun Day on Saturday 10 May. I can just see him on the Bouncy Castle.
andrewmilton (Free subscription) | 05/03/2008
Here are the questions which I have submitted for answer at the next Full Council meeting: 1. Since May 2002 until present, what is the record of attendance of each of the councillors who have represented Lewisham Central ward at: - meetings of the Full Council - Select Committees of which they were members - Planning Committees of which they were members - meetings of other Planning Committees...
Someday I Will Treat You Good (Free subscription) | 05/03/2008
Terrible night and day for us and not even the silver lining of keeping the BNP from City Hall. Congratulations to Boris, commiserations to Ken. In Lewisham and Greenwich Len's back with an increased majority, congratulations to him. Well done to Sue who came a respectable fourth. Elsewhere it looks like James has a job for life should he [...]
