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Year: 2012

Charities

Tide of support for soldiers

06/10/201226/02/2013Mort SmithComment(0)

A trip along the Thames in the Richmond Venturer a healing tonic for ex-servicemen and women

Section of the bridge supports
Recent developments

It’s all going swingingly

30/09/201226/02/2013Mort SmithComment(0)

Walton Bridge: The riverside community is getting a great view a the long-awaited crossing takes shape

Recent developments

Two hours: It’s not much to ask you to give up…

16/09/201219/12/2012Mort SmithComment(0)

Chance to have your say on protecting one of our finest assets – our beloved stretch of the river

Dunkirk Little Ships
History

Dunkirk spirit of heroic Little Ships

09/09/201214/01/2013Mort SmithComment(0)

Tribute to boats that rescued trapped soldiers from under Hitler’s nose

Izzi Mitchell
Local people Recent developments

It’s time for a new wave to rush in

02/09/201213/01/2013Mort SmithComment(0)

Search for young sailor of 2012

D’Oyly Carte Island
History

Operatic past for riverside home

28/08/201204/01/2013Mort SmithComment(0)

I seem to be on something of a roll here with articles about islands – but, hey, there are loads of islands on our stretch of the Thames, so why not?

Thames Ditton Island
History

A Thameside calling: To live by the river

18/08/201219/12/2012Mort SmithComment(0)

Living beside the water has always acted as a magnet – particularly for those who can afford to pay the premium for having a view out onto the river.

Association of Thames Yacht Clubs
Events

Everyone welcome at annual boating rally

08/08/201219/12/2012Mort SmithComment(0)

Lots of boaters I know don’t belong to a boat club of any description. They simply like to potter around on the river with family and friends, taking in the sights and sounds of the Thames in all its beauty.

Jenny Beagle
Local people

Jenny embodies the camaraderie of the river

03/08/201203/12/2012Mort SmithComment(0)

Woman selflessly helps desperate father facing tragedy with Fuzz

Dongolas racing at Wargrave
Events

Fierce competition at annual regatta

29/07/201203/12/2012Mort SmithComment(0)

With so much attention focused on Olympic events, I wanted to remind readers that we have our own unique local competitive action coming up on Saturday, August 11 in the shape of Sunbury amateur regatta.

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To contact Mort, email him at mortsmith32@gmail.com or call him on 01787 226974. He’s always pleased to hear from old friends who provided such a wealth of information and great stories for Riverwatch.

These columns appeared in the Surrey Herald.

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