Kris Witherington

@thecricketdraft 3 ducks meant I only got into positive points in the final hour of play!

My Cricket Draft Day: 😟 Backed out of (C) Chris Green ☹️ Didn't jump on the Rehan bandwagon 😢 Played my 12th Player Googly & Kellaway 🦆 😭 Have Harmer in my team & no cover on bench How did your TCD day go?

Today is my last day working for Merton Council. Thanks to everyone who has come to a meeting or responded to a consultation over the last 16 years. The passion people have for their community in Merton is simply the best.

🎭☀️ Library in the Park kicks off this July at Canons House & Grounds! Join us on Saturday 5 July for a family theatre performance by Magical Quests and a creative tote bag workshop for adults. Booking is essential! 📅 Discover these and more events:👉 buff.ly/rIcKhCE

📣 Customer notice: Due to essential building engineering work, Morden Library & the Heritage Centre will be closed from Monday 16 June to Monday 4 August 2025. Our other 6 Merton libraries will be open as usual during this time. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Help build the first ever men's health strategy. Men are more likely to get certain cancers, heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Share your experiences in order to improve men's healthcare and tackle these issues ➡️ orlo.uk/1uFMk #MensHealthWeek

Merton’s very own @AFCWimbledon are heading back to Wembley this Bank Holiday Monday for the League Two Play-Off Final, and we couldn't be prouder! A huge success for London’s #BoroughofSport.⚽ 🎟️ Tickets on general sale TODAY, 2pm: orlo.uk/jCYBK❗

London’s Nightlife Taskforce want to hear from you! Share your thoughts, ideas and experiences around the challenges facing London’s nightlife to help shape the future of our city at night🌃 #landing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">nightlife-research.london/#landing

🌿 Canons Sustainable Summer Fair is back! 🗓 Saturday 19th July | 🕚 11am–4pm 📍 Canons House, Mitcham– Free entry Celebrate summer, community, and climate action. 🎟️ No ticket needed – just show up and enjoy.

Last chance to have your say! Our consultation on flood risk management closes today. Don’t miss your opportunity to share your views. orlo.uk/QGmyV

@jamescdyer What would be your Mount Rushmore of possession movies or franchises?

It’s our 666th Empire podcast this week. If you have any suitably-themed questions for this week’s show, let us know below.

@NTLive Saw 'The Return' today. It is a very different take on The Odyssey, and it will come as no surprise that Ralph Fiennes is quite brilliant in it.

What's the best film you've watched in the cinema recently?🍿 It doesn't have to be an NT Live, we won't mind😉

Your voice matters! Our consultation on flood risk is open until 2 May 2025. Tell us how we can better manage flood risks . orlo.uk/EnRFf

Our plan to brighten and enliven Morden town centre is here! We've published our Meanwhile Action Plan for Morden, bringing to life the community’s ideas on refreshing the town centre including seating; art and murals; and planting and greenery. 👉 orlo.uk/fJxjl

Get support to help manage your finances at the next cost of living event: 📍 New Horizon Centre, Pollards Hill 🕙 Saturday 5 April, 10.30am–1.30pm Receive a £10 supermarket voucher when you attend (one per household). 👉 orlo.uk/4VhyL

@perhapsmaude @DrHelenFry She died in 2008, aged 93.

In late 1944, as Allied forces drove the German military out of France, Pearl Witherington orchestrated the surrender of over 18,000 German soldiers. She led the resistance network 'Wrestler', which was instrumental in forcing their capitulation.

A "River Wandle pollution incident factsheet" from @EnvAgencySE The hotline to report any signs of pollution or its impact on wildlife is 0800 80 70 60

Residents, businesses and community groups are encouraged to have their say on how flood risk is managed in Merton. Local knowledge is vital, and we want to hear from as many people in Merton as possible . Please tell us what you think by 2 May 2025 orlo.uk/NpG3N

Residents, businesses and community groups are encouraged to have their say on how flood risk is managed in Merton. Local knowledge is vital, and we want to hear from as many people in Merton as possible . Please tell us what you think by 2 May 2025 orlo.uk/VTGkA

Marking five years since lockdown, BBC Radio London is with @DonsLocalAction this morning, a COVID-born community group now among London's largest. Co-founder Craig Wellstead leads operations. Listen live now ➡️ bbc.co.uk/radiolondon

Morden Community Forum Join us at the Civic Centre tonight at 7.15pm for the latest local news and your chance to raise issues of concern. Hear about plans to make the borough more active and make Morden more resilient to flooding. orlo.uk/uKgK0