Top Acton stories from 2009
January
It's Back to Acton for Emilia Fox
After news of divorce from Jared Harris
Council Publications Are "A Threat to Democracy"
MPs urge councils to support local media, not compete with it
Bay Watching Again as the Plot Thickens
Visit to Churchfield Road by Ealing Council brings developments
February
Tallest Snowman in Acton
Mine's a can of Foster's
Getting Married the Acton Way
Angela Jullings and Ken White make it a local event
Four Arrested after Tram Depot Drugs Bust
Lorry haul of 260 kilos thought to be cannabis
March
Vanilla to Leave Acton
Ethical deli/coffee shop to close
Toby Young compares Churchfield Road with Downtown Detroit
Standard piece blames Ealing Council for over-zealous parking enforcement
Banned Big Issue Seller "Is a Gent"
But who's to blame for Luca's limbo?
Beauty Base Owner Involved in Incident
Police and ambulance called to scene
April
Banned Big Issue Seller "Is a Gent"
But who's to blame for Luca's limbo?
Acton Venue is Consolation Prize for Apprentice Contestants
We take a trip to the losing team's hangout
May
Local Policeman Was "Predatory Paedophile"
Former Ealing officer lived in Acton
Much-loved Local is Missed by Community
Jenny Kwan was a talented and active member of SASAC and other groups
"We Apologise for Any Inconvenience Caused"
Ealing Council web site unavailable for three days after virus alert
By Hook or by Crook
Sons of Abu Hamza Jailed on several counts by Southwark Crown Court
June
Get On Your Bike To Beat The Tube Strike!
"Don't stress, cycle!" says London Cycling Campaign
Town Centre: Local Councillors Give Views
What do they really think of the regeneration plan?
Shop Found Selling Knives to Children for £1
But shop owner gets low fine after Council sting operation
July
Customs Raid on Million Pound Council House
Twelve Officers emerge with documents and suitcases
What Does The Future Hold For Acton Baths?
Public meeting today to discuss plans to rebuild swimming pool on alternative site
The Tale of the Honest Acton Teenager
Woman Reunited with her Wallet Wants to Thank her Helper
Resident Reaches Milestone Royal Telegram Birthday
Flo Hebditch celebrates with friends and family
August
Man Hailed as Angel after Acton Town Rescue
Mystery tube traveller saves child from underneath train
Toby Young Outlines Plans for Acton School
Local writer wants to set up 'Comprehensive Grammar'
'Fat Cat' Salaries on the Increase in Ealing
While numbers of park rangers cut across the borough
September
Lead Thieves on the Climb Again
After gang targets local garage roof
Biggest Live Music Lesson Ever at Twyford CE High School
Ed Balls launches campaign with Jamie Cullum, VV Brown and Killa Kela
Blood on the Pavement Mystery Explained
Victim discharged from hospital after Horn Lane incident
"Deterioration Will Escalate if Nothing is Done"
Saving trees in Gunnersbury Park could sabotage regeneration
October
Fast Food Outlet Brings Large Portion of Concern
Cottage Chicken franchise unpopular with parents and local politicians
Police Clamp Down on Crown Street Dealers
Seven arrests made after operation this week
Gang Ringleader Imprisoned for 10 Years
Operation uncovered West London drugs network
Chief Executive Named at Ealing Council
'Personality Clash' at Tower Hamlets was behind his departure
November
Michael Barrymore: Acton's Newest 'Celeb'?
Reports of disgraced star purchasing flat in June
Council Tractor Kills Chihuahua in Acton Park
Leaving owner shocked, bereft and angry
West London Free School Steering Committee
Developments and meetings this week move Toby Young's project forward
Residents Allege Dirty Tricks Campaign
As communal garden featured in Around Ealing is threatened
December
Acton Primary School Key Stage 2 Results
Impressive results from St Vincent's and Berrymede
"Acton Regains its Independence from Ealing"
As Waitrose announces it will be returning to Acton
Afghanistan, Copenhagen and W3
A busy week for Gordon Brown but still time to launch white paper in Acton
December 30, 2009
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