Surrey Comet | Features

Son's death gives life to five others

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 13:50:03 +0000

While Irene Monem kept vigil by her dying son’s bedside, she had no idea his initiative to tick a donor box on his driving licence would save five lives and help many more.

Carer tells toll of dementia

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:01:55 +0000

In the latest on our series highlighting the bravery of carers in Elmbridge, Betty Wagstaff spoke to Louise Robertson about the trials and tribulations of looking after a loved one.

Waste that saves

Sat, 13 Sep 2008 09:40:00 +0100

Cleaning up after nearly 2,500 students at the end of a busy university term is no mean feat but Alita Howe finds out about a novel scheme diverting unwanted waste into local charities.

Human pets remembered in 'Hunt the Hermit'

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:10:00 +0100

An annual hunt commemorates the bizarre craze for keeping fake holy men as pets in eccentric England. Reporter Louise Robertson finds out more.

Tilston playing Rose Theatre benefit

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:10:00 +0100

When I ask Martha Tilston whether her popularity has taken her by surprise, she seems genuinely taken aback that she is considered famous.

Will kids beat parents behind the wheel?

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:11:19 +0100

With Mercedes-Benz World launching its summer Beat the Parent Driving Challenge, our reporter Louise Robertson tries the course to see if she can beat her dad, trained police driver Brian.

Baby bearcat's second chance

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:57:12 +0100

Rejected by her mum, baby bearcat Sunti got a second chance thanks to zookeeper Sonia Freeman. Louise Robertson meets the ball of fur now living like a king.

Dancing the night away

Fri, 24 Feb 2006 16:45:00 +0000

I never thought I'd come into the same category as camp comedian Julian Clary or super-fit rugby player Martin Offiah, but apparently I do.

Going downhill fast

Fri, 10 Feb 2006 11:18:00 +0000

Hidden behind the main stand of Sandown Racecourse, the ski centre is not visible from any road.