Surrey weekly round-up: 17 August - 23 August 2024

The Prostate Project will take the van round the county and parts of Hampshire

The story about a mobile clinic which will allow men to get blood tests to help with the early detection of prostate cancer proved a popular read this week.

A variety of local issues featured on the BBC News website, BBC Radio Sussex and BBC South East Today.

We have picked five stories from the past week in case you missed them.

Family and friends of stabbed teen pay tribute at games

Martin Cosser (left) with Will Ransom, Charlie's best friend, at the charity event

The father of a teenager who died after he was stabbed on a crowded dance floor has paid tribute to his son at a charity games day named in his memory.

Martin Cosser, from Milford, Surrey, said it was moving to see so many people remembering his son’s life at the inaugural Charlie's Games.

He said: “My wife and I, we just found each other at one point, and we just couldn’t stop crying. It was moving to see so many people there, celebrating - or remembering, I should say - Charlie and his life.”

Charlie Cosser, 17, died two days after being attacked at a party in Warnham, West Sussex, in July 2023.

Read more here.

'I went from the streets to the snooker table'

Terry Teeman playing at Woking Snooker Centre

A man from Surrey who has experienced homelessness is a finalist in awards that recognise achievements in the community.

Terry Teeman, from Woking, was homeless for several years in and around Guildford but has now become a well-known figure in local snooker and cricket.

He is a Bravery finalist in the BBC Radio Sussex and Surrey Make A Difference Awards.

Mr Teeman said: "Bravery is when someone has a physical or mental reason that things are tougher for them but gets through it, gets past it, and makes a difference.”

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Olympic gold medal climber welcomed home

Toby Roberts won Olympic gold in the men's boulder and lead event

Toby Roberts has been welcomed home to Surrey after winning a gold medal at the Olympics.

The 19-year-old, from Elstead, said it "feels like a dream" to have won the men's boulder and lead event in Paris.

Roberts’ family organised a barbecue at The Mill pub in the village this afternoon to celebrate his return.

His sister, Emma, said: “Coming out of the car and seeing everyone was really emotional and overwhelming.”

Read more here.

Godalming boy's 'joy' at inclusive play area swing

Eve, from Godalming, has spoken of her son Nino's "joy" at a new inclusive swing

A Surrey mum has described her family's "joy" at her son getting an accessible swing in their local playground.

Eve, from Godalming, asked the council to install the equipment at Phillips Memorial Park play area after her son Nino, who is five years old, outgrew his favourite swing.

She told BBC Surrey: "He's so happy when he's in it and that gives us as parents so much joy to see that."

Waverley Borough Council has said it now plans to install more inclusive swings in playgrounds throughout the borough.

Read more here.

Woman celebrates 115th birthday in Surrey care home

Ethel Caterham celebrated her 115th birthday in Lightwater in Surrey

A woman believed to be the oldest person in Europe has celebrated her 115th birthday in a Surrey care home.

Ethel May Caterham (née Collins) was born on 21 August 1909 and is thought to be the last surviving subject of Edward VII.

She spent her special day at Lakeview Care Home in Lightwater celebrating with family and friends.

Mrs Caterham said "I don't know why there is all this fuss" but admitted she "had a great day".

Read more here.