June 2010 Archives

SMALL businesses could suffer when a new branch of Lidl opens in West Ealing, according to a local residents association.
Eric Leach, vice-chairman of West Ealing Neighbours (WEN), said the supermarket chain, which specialises in low-cost goods, could end up taking business away from small retailers

Saturday 3rd July from 12 -7pm

Why not get to Ravenor Park, Greenford with various acts and live performances for the whole family. It's the place to be..

Were you aware that every month at the Grosvenor Tavern, Oaklands Rd, Hanwell, local musicians have an opportunity to showcase their talent on the 1st Thursday of every month, one of those who have been participating lately is Delwin Walles who will be at this year's Greenford Carnival,

A-level student at Ealing&West london college, 18 year old Dewin Walles who is a self taught piano and keyboard player will be playing acoustic and electric guitar as well as singing on the day. "I love performing music, playing and recording my own music and backing tracks. I am so grateful to the Greenford Carnival and W7 edge group for giving me the opportunity to make myself known. Music is a passion besides a hobby of mine and I want to continue my Uncle's music legacy and make him proud, it's been a year on since he passed away"

Families visiting this year's carnival can take their pick from a series of talented musicians playing everything from jazz, RnB and hip hop to indie music. Kids and adults alike can enjoy a series of arts and crafts activities and live performances. There are going to be community stalls too.

Activities for children
Several exciting workshops will keep the kids entertained all day, with chances to get to grips with the likes of street dance and arts and crafts. Children can also join in with sports and games too.

This is a great time to support local talent in the Borough so please support our youth and local community event.

Make it a date in your diary and join the fun at the Greenford Carnival, Saturday 3rd July 12-7pm.

A MAJOR meeting to protest against Government cuts to public services will take place at Ealing Town Hall on Thursday.

West London Trade Union has lined up three guest speakers for the event, including National Union of Teachers executive Nick Grant.

THE 2010 Summer Reading Challenge will have an interstellar theme when it takes place in Ealing next month.

With Father's Day fast approaching I was really delighted to be contacted by Ma Ma's on Northfield Avenue who wanted to give something back to the community by offering a complimentary free meal for a family of four for Father's Day to someone who really deserves it. - Sounds good to me. Would be great if other restaurants in the Borough could follow Ma Ma's lead.
The restaurant is just lovely and the food delicious so highly recommended. Here are the details of what Ma Ma are offering that special someone.

Ma Ma's wants to treat Papa on Sunday 'Fathers Day' 20th June 2010

To all Ealing Gazette Readers would you like the opportunity to have your Dad to be wined and dined at Mama's Nepalese Restaurant, Northfield Avenue, W13 on Father's Day - (offer for a family of four)

All you have to do is write a brief message on a postcard why your Dad deserves a dinner out.

The best response will be selected on Friday 18th June 2010 and invited to a complimentary dinner at Mama's for four people.

Please include your daytime/evening contact number and full address,please send your postcard to: (You can hand deliver)

My Dad Deserves a Night out
Ma Ma's Nepalese Kitchen
36 Northfield Avenue
Ealing
London
W13 9RL

Closing Date: 18th June 2010 (Winning Entrant will be notified on Friday 18th June 2010 after 7pm by telephone)

A high school has taken part in a national first aid competition and has come out on top form.

Pupils of Drayton Manor High School in Drayton Bridge Road, took part in a St John Ambulance national first aid competition where they treated nose-bleeds, shock and burns during a mock emergency scenario set at Scout Park, Bounds Green.

More than 600 guides and brownies from Ealing and Hounslow took part in activities, from African drumming to wall climbing, to celebrate the Girlguiding centenary.

The Deputy Mayor of Ealing, John Gallagher and Ealing North M.P. Steve Pound watched youngsters take part in street dance, crafts and circus skills,Roller Disco, Didgeridoo and falconry at the guiding Spectacular at the Trailfinders Sports Club, Vallis Way, West Ealing on Saturday (12) The wide range of activities was held thanks to £9,995 from the Big Lottery Fund's Awards for All.

Memories of the past are being preserved for the future as people share their experiences living on an estate which is earmarked for demolition.

As part of the Green Man Lane Estate community history project, people have been remembering what it was like living and growing up in the West Ealing area, before the £137million regeneration works take hold.

Work is about to start on a scheme to provide Hanwell with more than £2 million of affordable housing.

Developer Lovell is about to begin work on creating 10 flats and five houses for affordable rent provided through Ealing Council.

Two conniving brothers were hauled before the courts for illegally dumping rubbish.

Leslie Price, 42, of Somerset Road, West Ealing, appeared before Isleworth Crown Court on Tuesday and was jailed for 12-months for a string of fly-tipping offences across west London.