Times Series | Local History

And the beat goes on

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:11:00 +0100

Percy Reboul and John Heathfield remember the powers of previous police forces and the crimes that reflect the values of the time

Golden age and beyond

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 15:03:00 +0100

Percy Reboul and John Heathfield revisit previous leaders of the borough and find what they achieved.

It’s water under the bridge

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:17:00 +0100

Percy Reboul and John Heathfield revisit the popular spots for a summer dip, including one that needed a rationing system

Awash with technology

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 08:41:00 +0000

If we are to believe the television advertisements, there are few greater pleasures than wallowing in a warm bath, deep enough to cover any sensitive parts, with scented candles to complete the delight.

The stories of our fallen heroes

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 16:10:00 +0000

There is a human story behind every name inscribed on our war memorials, say PERCY REBOUL and JOHN HEATHFIELD The war memorials around our borough are a permanent reminder of those who died in the two world wars.

Supermarket forces

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 13:08:00 +0100

Percy Reboul and John Heathfield acknowledge the contribution made to shopping by the organic markets of old.

School 'bad for your health'

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 14:21:00 +0100

Children starting school aren't just going to make new friends, they will also encounter new germs and a variety of ailments.

Back to the old school

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 11:40:00 +0100

Percy Reboul and John Heathfield compare the merits of a modern education with that of the 19th Century.

Talent search in tough times

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 14:55:00 +0100

PERCY REBOUL and JOHN HEATHFIELD set the scene for young love in Victorian times when social class influenced where people would meet their match.

‘Sell by’ is not a fresh idea

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 15:38:00 +0100

PERCY REBOUL and JOHN HEATHFIELD give a variety of products from the Victorian era a squeeze to see if they have gone off yet.