August 2008 Archives

Marketing consultant Rhys Morton will be fulfilling a dream when he attempts to climb Mount Everest in two years time.

Rhys, 35, of Queen Elizabeth Way, Kingfield, was inspired to get to the summit after reaching the Mount Everest in May this year after 12 days of trekking to an altitude of 5.200m.

TV detector equipment caught 114 people watching television without a licence in Woking between January and July.

They were among 209,000 licence dodgers caught nationally this year and risk a fine of up to £1,000.

TV Licensing spokeswoman Joanna Pearce said a powerful database shows exactly which properties are unlicensed, meaning enquiry officers can target addresses where they suspect people are watching TV illegally.

Future scientists could be encouraged by a holiday club held at New Life Church in Kingfield, Woking, this week.

The church was transformed into a science laboratory from Monday giving 140 children aged five to 11 an insight into the wonders of the modern world around them.

They enjoyed themed activities including hyperspeed games, test tube treats involving snack-making, 'wacky works' crafts and spotlight drama.

They also took part in the Bible Blast, where children entered into and acted out a story from the Bible and each day was based on a simple Bible verse.

Club organiser Matt Styles, children's worker, said more than 40 helpers from the church helped keep the fun going, many taking time off work.

He said: "It was loads of fun as always. I'm so grateful to everyone who helped."

A finale for the children and parents will be held at the church on Sunday, between 11am and 12 noon, followed by a barbeque.

Children who missed this year's holiday club can join the regular Kidz Klub at the church from September, which will be held once a month on Saturdays from 10am to 12 noon instead of Thursday evening.

For details call the church office, open 9am to 1pm, on 01483 725660.

Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood was spotted walking down Old Woking Road in the Byfleet/Pyrford area last week.

Starstruck passers-by stopped the rocker to chat and to take photographs, the Herald has heard.

Ronnie, 61, has been treated for drugs, alcohol, and sex addiction at the Life Works Community Centre in Old Woking, but made headlines recently when it was revealed he was cheating on wife Jo, 53, with a 20-year-old Russian, Ekaterina Ivanova.

Did you see Ronnie? Email the newsdesk or call 01932 573211.