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    <updated>2009-04-29T11:41:55Z</updated>
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    <title>Man attacked outside Kingsbury nightclub</title>
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    <published>2009-04-29T11:36:08Z</published>
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    <summary>A man was attacked outside a Kingsbury nightclub on Sunday (April 26). Police and London Ambulance were called at 2am to Tonky Gorilla in Kingsbury Road where they discovered the man in his 20s suffering with a head injury. He...</summary>
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        <name>Tara Brady</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>A man was attacked outside a Kingsbury nightclub on Sunday (April 26). <br />
Police and London Ambulance were called at 2am to Tonky Gorilla in Kingsbury Road where they discovered the man in his 20s suffering with a head injury. <br />
He was taken to hospital and is a stable condition. There is no description of the suspect and it is not yet known whether the victim had been in the club. No arrests have been made. <br />
Officers from Brent CID are investigation and are appealing for witnesses to call them on 020 8733 3397. </p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Hammer attack in Kingsbury park</title>
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    <published>2009-04-29T11:36:08Z</published>
    <updated>2009-04-29T11:39:37Z</updated>

    <summary>A 14-year-old boy is fighting for his life after his beaten over the head with a hammer. The youngster and his two friends were walking along Valley Drive in Kingsbury on Sunday (April 26) when two men wearing balaclavas got...</summary>
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        <name>Tara Brady</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>A 14-year-old boy is fighting for his life after his beaten over the head with a hammer. <br />
The youngster and his two friends were walking along Valley Drive in Kingsbury on Sunday (April 26) when two men wearing balaclavas got out of a black Corsa. <br />
The masked men told the boys to hand over their property and then chased them through Fryent Country Park, where they brutally struck the teenager over the head with the tool.<br />
He was taken to hospital with severe head injuries after the attack which happened around 8.10pm. <br />
The first suspect is described as black, between 16 and 20-years-old, who was wearing a black tracksuit top and jeans. The second suspect is described as black and around 19-years-old. <br />
DC Rod Taylor, officer in charge of the case, said: "This is a serious incident and police are looking for anyone in the area of Fryent Country Park who witnesses the incident to come forward."<br />
Anyone with information should call Brent CID on 020 8733 3709 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. </p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Have your say on improving children's lives in Brent </title>
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    <published>2009-04-17T07:43:48Z</published>
    <updated>2009-04-17T07:44:52Z</updated>

    <summary>The deadline is fast approaching for people to give their views on Brent Council's draft Children and Young People's Plan for the next two years. The plan has been developed with the help of NHS Brent and the borough's schools....</summary>
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        <name>Tara Brady</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>The deadline is fast approaching for people to give their views on Brent Council's draft Children and Young People's Plan for the next two years. <br />
The plan has been developed with the help of NHS Brent and the borough's schools.<br />
People have until April 24 to give their feedback on the plan, which sets out how public agencies will work together over the coming years to provide services for children and young people so they can make the most of life and achieve their full potential.<br />
Members of Brent Youth Parliament were closely involved in its development to ensure that issues important to young people were given a high priority.<br />
Download the Children and Young People's Plan 2009 - 2011 from the council's website by logging on to www.brent.gov.uk/childrenandfamilies where you will also find a simple questionnaire to give feedback.<br />
The final policy document will be published by the middle of May 2009 alongside a plain English version for younger residents.</p>]]>
        
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    <title>Wembley man died of head injuries on Easter Sunday, inquest hears</title>
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    <published>2009-04-15T12:49:00Z</published>
    <updated>2009-04-15T13:05:06Z</updated>

    <summary>THE inquest into a Wembley resident who suffered a fatal head injury after having apparently fallen over while walking was opened today at Hornsey Coroner's Court. John O'Brien, 50, of Eskdale Close, died at Northwick Park Hospital, Watford Road, Harrow,...</summary>
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        <name>Ian Proctor</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>THE inquest into a Wembley resident who suffered a fatal head injury after having apparently fallen over while walking was opened today at Hornsey Coroner's Court.</p>

<p>John O'Brien, 50, of Eskdale Close, died at Northwick Park Hospital, Watford Road, Harrow, on Sunday, April 12.<br />
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<entry>
    <title>Kenton cannabis factory busted</title>
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    <published>2009-04-08T15:06:15Z</published>
    <updated>2009-04-08T15:12:34Z</updated>

    <summary>A CANNABIS factory was discovered at an address in Kenton on Tuesday. Residents contacted police after they noticed the front door of the property had been left open. When officers from Kenton Safer Neighbourhoods Team entered they found around 50...</summary>
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        <name>Tara Brady</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>A CANNABIS factory was discovered at an address in Kenton on Tuesday.<br />
Residents contacted police after they noticed the front door of the property had been <br />
left open. <br />
When officers from Kenton Safer Neighbourhoods Team entered they found around 50 small cannabis plants inside. <br />
A number had already been harvested leaving just stumps in the pots. <br />
There was also indication that cannabis plants were going to be grown again because  <br />
fertiliser bags, running lights, ventilation systems and fresh bags of potting soil were <br />
also discovered. <br />
Sergeant Phil Malin, from Kenton Safer Neighbourhoods Team, said: "We are committed to tackling drug abuse and the growing and cultivation of cannabis will not be tolerated. <br />
"This discovery was achieved due to concerns from members of the community. We have built a strong relationship with the local community and if it was not for their help we would not have got this result".<br />
No arrests have been made but anyone with information should call 020 7372 1212, or visit www.met.police.uk/saferneighbourhoods/ or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.</p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Man robbed at knife-point in Harlesden</title>
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    <published>2009-04-08T15:06:15Z</published>
    <updated>2009-04-08T15:20:57Z</updated>

    <summary>A man was robbed at knife-point in Turnley Road, Harlesden, on Monday at 1am. One of the thieves ripped a necklace from the 20-year-old's neck while the other took his wallet and money. The first suspect is described as a...</summary>
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        <name>Tara Brady</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>A man was robbed at knife-point in Turnley Road, Harlesden, on Monday at 1am. </p>

<p>One of the thieves ripped a necklace from the 20-year-old's neck while the other took his wallet and money. </p>

<p>The first suspect is described as a black man, 5ft 11in and around 30-years-old. </p>

<p>He was wearing a baseball cap and black clothing. The second suspect is descrived as a black female, between 30-35-years-old and had short black hair. <br />
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<entry>
    <title>Traffic warden attacked by gang of teenagers </title>
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    <published>2009-04-08T15:06:15Z</published>
    <updated>2009-04-08T15:07:32Z</updated>

    <summary>A Traffic warden was hit across the face with a metal pole by a gang of teenagers which knocked him off his moped on Sunday (April 5). The warden was then kicked and punched several times in Homefield Close, Wembley,...</summary>
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        <name>Tara Brady</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>A Traffic warden was hit across the face with a metal pole by a gang of teenagers which knocked him off his moped on Sunday (April 5). <br />
The warden was then kicked and punched several times in Homefield Close, Wembley, at <br />
2.39pm before three of the yobs drove off on his bike. The 30-year-old was taken to <br />
hospital and treated for his injuries. The suspects are described as white and between 14 <br />
and 16-years-old. </p>]]>
        
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    <title>Flash mob in Wembley raises £2,000</title>
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    <published>2009-04-07T08:33:49Z</published>
    <updated>2009-04-07T09:24:20Z</updated>

    <summary>Staff at Brent Council who 'flash mobbed' for cash this month raked in almost £2,000 for charity. 'Shake the Winter Blues' was a dance event inspired by a well known TV advert. Workers gave up their lunch breaks for weeks...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>Tara Brady</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>Staff at Brent Council who 'flash mobbed' for cash this month raked in almost £2,000 for charity. </p>

<p>'Shake the Winter Blues' was a dance event inspired by a well known TV advert. </p>

<p>Workers gave up their lunch breaks for weeks to rehearse and made their way to the White Horse Bridge, in Wembley, where the 80 strong dance team spontaneously burst into a high energy routine. </p>]]>
        <![CDATA[<p>The money will be donated to Help a London Child and the Mayor's two charities, Age Concern and BANG Edutainment. </p>]]>
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<entry>
    <title>Deafblindness awareness day </title>
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    <published>2009-04-07T08:33:49Z</published>
    <updated>2009-04-07T08:36:27Z</updated>

    <summary>Information about deafblindness will be available during a special event at Kingsbury Library Plus in Stag Lane, Kingsbury, later this month. People will be able to learn how to communicate with older people who cannot see and hear very well...</summary>
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        <name>Tara Brady</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>Information about deafblindness will be available during a special event at Kingsbury Library Plus in Stag Lane, Kingsbury, later this month. <br />
People will be able to learn how to communicate with older people who cannot see and hear very well and get advice for deafblind people, families, friends and carers. <br />
Alison Asafu-Adjaye, a specialist deafblind access worker, will also be on hand to offer her expertise on April 20 between 10am and 1pm. <br />
For more details contact Sense on 0845 127 0076, minicom 0845 127 0078 or email alison.asafu-adjaye@sense.org.uk</p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Tributes to ex-Brent councillor Akber Khan Sarguroh </title>
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    <published>2009-03-19T14:27:33Z</published>
    <updated>2009-03-19T14:29:10Z</updated>

    <summary>Politicians from across the borough have paid tribute to former councillor Akber Khan Sarguroh who dedicated his life to helping the underprivileged. Mr Sarguroh, who suffered from a stroke earlier this year, died on February 27 at the Royal Free...</summary>
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        <name>David Tilley</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>Politicians from across the borough have paid tribute to former councillor Akber Khan Sarguroh who dedicated his life to helping the underprivileged. </p>

<p>Mr Sarguroh, who suffered from a stroke earlier this year, died on February 27 at the Royal Free Hospital, Hampstead aged 85. </p>

<p>Among mourners at his funeral, which took place at West Hendon Mosque this month, were his wife Jutta and two sons, Andrew and Haroon. </p>

<p>Mr Sarguroh was born in Maharashtra, India, and was the oldest son of a farmer. He was educated at the Royal Institute of Science in Bombay, where he gained a BSc in chemistry and physics. </p>

<p>In 1947 he began working in the UK as a sponsored research chemist and by the mid-1960s he had become an active member of the Labour party.  </p>

<p>Over the next 50 years Mr Sarguroh immersed himself in local politics, community and charity work, which included setting up the Kokni Muslim Welfare and Youth Organisation, which helped people from India who had settled in the UK. </p>

<p>Mr Sarguroh served as a Brent councillor from 1990-94 and 1998-2002 and sat on various council committees. </p>

<p>After retirement in 1992 Mr Sarguroh dedicated his time to assisting Asian and Muslim community groups, the Gladstone Park Sports Club and Anson Primary School, where he was a governor. He eventually took up the position of deputy mayor of Brent. </p>

<p>Councillor Ann John OBE, leader of the Labour group, said: "Akber founded the Kokni Muslim Welfare and Youth Organisation but he cared passionately for everybody in Brent's diverse multicultural community. </p>

<p>"He particularly championed the rights of young people and organised sports days for young people each year. </p>

<p>"His other great interest was in housing. He campaigned for more affordable housing in the borough. He was a kindly, modest man who preferred gentle persuasion to shouting the odds. He will be greatly missed and our hearts go out to his sons who survive him."</p>

<p>Councillor Paul Lorber, leader of the council, added: "Akber was a nice man and always keen to promote sporting activities for young people. I hope he would be proud of Brent Council now and all the extra investment we are providing for sport and other activities for young people, including the Youth Parliament."</p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Couple terrorised by bogus car salesmen</title>
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    <published>2009-03-18T16:53:28Z</published>
    <updated>2009-03-18T16:54:36Z</updated>

    <summary>A couple who went to buy a car advertised on the internet were terrorised by muggers when they went to pick it up on Saturday. The 29-year-old man arranged to meet the seller in Lansbury Close, Wembley at 2.40pm while...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>David Tilley</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>A couple who went to buy a car advertised on the internet were terrorised by muggers when they went to pick it up on Saturday.</p>

<p>The 29-year-old man arranged to meet the seller in Lansbury Close, Wembley at 2.40pm while his girlfriend waited in the car. But when they arrived three men threw bricks at the window shouting "get the money, she has the money". The pair managed to escape. </p>

<p>Suspect one is described as black, 18, wearing a grey hoodie, dark tracksuit bottoms, black and pink trainers and a black scarf around his face. The others are also described as black and in their teens. </p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Win designer glasses with Specsavers</title>
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    <published>2009-03-16T16:38:15Z</published>
    <updated>2009-03-16T16:38:45Z</updated>

    <summary>To celebrate the opening of its new Harlesden store, Specsavers has teamed up with the Observer to offer four lucky readers the chance to each win £150 worth of eyecare. The competition is part of the store's two-week celebration to...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>David Tilley</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>To celebrate the opening of its new Harlesden store, Specsavers has teamed up with the Observer to offer four lucky readers the chance to each win £150 worth of eyecare. </p>

<p>The competition is part of the store's two-week celebration to mark its launch.</p>

<p>Each prize includes a free eye examination and a pair of designer specs up to the value of £125.</p>

<p>The four winners can chose from well-known brands including Jasper Conran, Quiksilver, Red or Dead, Missoni and Specsavers' own best selling range of designer glasses - Osiris.  A trained store stylist will be on hand to advise  on the best frame style and shape to suit their face.</p>

<p>To enter email your name, address, and daytime telephone number to <a href="mailto:davidtilley@trinitysouth.co.uk"></a> or on a postcard to Specsavers competition, Gazette House, 28 Bakers Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 1RG.</p>

<p>The closing date is March 27.</p>]]>
        
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<entry>
    <title>Prince Charles celebrates Hindu festival at school</title>
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    <published>2009-03-10T16:26:53Z</published>
    <updated>2009-03-10T16:28:43Z</updated>

    <summary>The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall celebrated the Hindu festival of Holi at a Brent school. The royal couple visited The Swaminarayan School in Neasden to watch youngsters perform in white robes before throwing coloured dyes and...</summary>
    <author>
        <name>David Tilley</name>
        
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall celebrated the Hindu festival of Holi at a Brent school. </p>

<p>The royal couple visited The Swaminarayan School in Neasden to watch youngsters perform in white robes before throwing coloured dyes and water on each other while traditional Indian music was played. </p>

<p>Hindu's celebrate Holi to mark the arrival of spring and the change of seasons by spraying colour. </p>

<p>However the couple were spared being covered in dye and instead threw flower petals over the children once they'd stained themselves in vibrant colours.  </p>

<p>His Royal Highness and the Duchess of Cornwall were taken on a tour of the school which was founded in 1991 by Shri Pramukh Swami Maharaj, a spiritual guru of an international Hindu organisation known as BAPS (Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha).</p>

<p>The school is a non-profit making independent school for children aged from two-and-a-half to 18.</p>]]>
        
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    <title>Brent shop owner fined £2,000 for selling deadly toys</title>
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    <published>2009-03-09T12:11:20Z</published>
    <updated>2009-03-09T12:13:07Z</updated>

    <summary>A shop owner has been forced to pay more than £2,000 after selling deadly toys that children could have choked on. Last Tuesday at Brent Magistrates' Court, Ka Pak Lam, 48, who had a unit called Toko Home in Oriental...</summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>A shop owner has been forced to pay more than £2,000 after selling deadly toys that children could have choked on. </p>

<p>Last Tuesday at Brent Magistrates' Court, Ka Pak Lam, 48, who had a unit called Toko Home in Oriental City in Edgware Road, pleaded guilty to four offences of selling hundreds of dangerous items, including rubber ducks and toy guns. </p>

<p>He had been warned by Brent and Harrow Trading Standards officers in June 2007 that all toys sold in the shop should have the required CE marks on them. </p>

<p>The CE mark should be placed on all toys to show they conform to safety standards. <br />
But when officers returned in December 2007 they discovered their advice had been ignored. </p>

<p>After a thorough search the toys were seized and examined by safety experts. <br />
Worryingly, they found that all the toys examined contained small parts and sharp edges that presented serious hazards to children. </p>

<p>During the investigation Mr Lam, who is from Barnet, attended a formal tape recorded interview, in which he stated he had used his limited company to directly import toys from Japan into the UK. </p>

<p>He was fined £800 and ordered to pay a further £1,343 in prosecution costs. </p>

<p>Bill Bilon, director of Brent and Harrow Trading Standards Service, said: "I am delighted that the courts have sent such a strong message and have recognised the importance of protecting vulnerable consumers from harm. </p>

<p>"The protection of children from unsafe goods is a high priority from the service and we will continue to monitor local traders on a regular basis to ensure they are complying with the law."</p>]]>
        
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    <title>Father robbed at knife-point while child looks on</title>
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    <published>2009-03-04T15:23:56Z</published>
    <updated>2009-03-04T15:25:22Z</updated>

    <summary>A father pushing his child in a buggy was robbed at knife-point in Rupert Avenue, Wembley on Sunday (March 1). One of the men held a knife to the 31-year-old's back and demanded money while the other dragged the victim...</summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>A father pushing his child in a buggy was robbed at knife-point in Rupert Avenue, Wembley on Sunday (March 1). <br />
One of the men held a knife to the 31-year-old's back and demanded money while the other dragged the victim away from the pushchair taking a laptop which was hanging on the back of it. <br />
One suspect is described as white, about 18-years-old who was wearing a hooded top and black jeans. The other man is described as black, between 18 and 22, who was also wearing dark clothing. Anyone with information should call Brent CID on 020 8733 3159 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. </p>]]>
        
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