Putney Bridge, Parson's Green, West Kensington and East Acton have all entered the contest, which involves brightening up platforms and stations with plants and flowers over the summer months.
]]> The winners of eight categories from around the city will be announced after judging finishes on August 7.Rosie Boycott, chair of London Food, said: "These gardens are showcasing to millions of people the pleasure of gardening and even, in some cases, showing how easy it is to grow fruit and vegetables in the heart of an urban environment."
The OCUK team, who are taking part in the Paddle round the Pier event, hope to raise thousands of pound for charity and encourage more people to learn about the gruelling sport of outrigger racing.
]]> The two-day event includes a long-distance 10 mile race and a sprint, and more information about the event can be found at www.paddleroundthepier.comThe four charging points, paid for by Transport for London, are part of a £1 million programme to create extra power sources across London. Two more will be placed in the Fulham Broadway by the end of the year.
]]> The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, said: "London already has more electric vehicles on its streets than anywhere else in the UK, but this is just the start. We are working to ramp up the provision of charge points across the capital so in a few years time, eco-friendly, electric vehicles can be an easy option."]]>And the number of reported crimes on the bus network has dropped steadily over the past three years, from 913 in 2005/06 to 646 in 2008/09.
Crime leader Greg Smith said: "The falls in bus crime are very welcome but there is still a lot of work to be done. The council and the Mayor of London are both ploughing more resources into cracking down on crime and we will be working tirelessly to build on this success."
]]>The Fulham 'FEASTival' at Fulham Island, on the junction of Fulham Broadway and North End Road, will run from 12pm to 4.30pm and will include street performances, live cookery demonstrations and food tasting.
Health officials decided not to hand out antiviral drugs or close Canberra Primary School, where the child is a pupil, because no-one there is thought to have been exposed while the disease is infectious.
]]> It follows two confirmed cases in nearby Bentworth Primary, where the infected children are recovering quickly at home.Anyone who spots symptoms of the flu-like illness should contact their own GP or call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47.
]]>Caroline Stephens, 28, of West Kensington, provided medical help as the Raleigh International team built houses and put-up elephant-proof fencing in temperatures of up to 40ºC.
"There were so many personal challenges and I learned a lot about people," said Caroline, who raised £1,500 to fund the trip. "It was inspiring. Now, I want to do it again in different country."
]]>Traditional songs, music and dance will be performed at the Blacks Road venue between 4pm and 7pm on Thursday (25), with authentic food from Somalia and Iraq on offer and stalls providing information on jobs, education and training.
Emad Al-Hamadani, of Hammersmith and Fulham Refugee Forum, said: "Refugee Week is an opportunity to celebrate the contribution of refugees to the UK, and encourages a better understanding between communities.
"We hope this event will contribute to that improvement in understanding and we welcome anyone who is interested in local refugee community organisations."
]]>Traditional songs, music and dance will be performed at the Blacks Road venue between 4pm and 7pm on Thursday (25), with authentic food from Somalia and Iraq on offer and stalls providing information on jobs, education and training.
Emad Al-Hamadani, of Hammersmith and Fulham Refugee Forum, said: "Refugee Week is an opportunity to celebrate the contribution of refugees to the UK, and encourages a better understanding between communities.
"We hope this event will contribute to that improvement in understanding and we welcome anyone who is interested in local refugee community organisations."
]]>Police are hoping to speak to people who were on board a 237 bus which was near the scene of the shooting in Chiswick High Road at around 8.15pm on Saturday (13).
One man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, and officers from Operation Trident are investigating.
Anyone with information should call the incident room on 020 8733 4774 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
]]>Lee Dzbenski will take time out from behind the bar at the Dartmouth Castle for the two-day trek on July 3, and is hosting a series of quiz nights to raise cash in the run-up to the 25-mile challenge.
One of the boys faces two charges of trespassing on the railway, two of causing criminal damage and one charge of throwing stones at trains. The second faces one charge of each offence, and the third is charged with trespassing.
]]> The youths, who are all from White City, are due to appear at West London Youth Court on June 25.]]>Sacha Nacouzi has already raised nearly £6,000 for the Over the Wall charity, which she became involved with after watching a presentation on its work.
For more information or to sponsor Sacha visit www.justgiving.com/sacha-nacouzi
]]>Members of Hammersmith and Fulham Council's planning committee also feared that the 4,000 square metre development would be too big for the area and would lead to a loss of trade at nearby shops.
]]> The plans were also turned down because an archaeologically significant site, which includes part of the medieval moat that once surrounded Fulham Palace, would have been destroyed to make way for a 181-space car park.The man's head hit the ground when he was struck while walking along Fulham Palace Road, near the junction with Gowan Avenue, at around 8.30am yesterday (2).
]]> His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.The accident also caused a motorcyclist to hit a red Ford Fiesta parked on the road. He was also taken to Charing Cross Hospital but was discharged with minor injuries.