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Memorial to victims of Lanfranc air disaster to re-open this July
NEIL BENNETT reports on the fund-raising success and hard-work – even by some doing community service – to make a garden in Croydon Cemetery a fitting memorial to the 39 people killed when their aeroplane crashed into a Norwegian mountain … Continue reading
CQC inspectors rate maternity unit as ‘requires improvement’
The maternity department at Mayday, Croydon’s largest hospital, where close to 4,000 babies are born each year, has been rated as “requires improvement” by the Care Quality Commission. Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, which runs what is sometimes referred to … Continue reading
Farthing Downs and Happy Valley Quiz Night, The Fox, Apr 13
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Individuals and single candidates seek votes in splintered field
Nominations for candidates for the May 7 local elections close later today, and the final forms will include independents and single candidates from new parties looking to win a seat at the Town Hall. WALTER CRONXITE, Political Editor, looks at … Continue reading
Green wins at local elections not a ‘shock’, says Underwood
Columnist ANDREW FISHER, in his monthly podcast, sits down with the Green Party’s mayoral candidate for the latest in our series of in-depth interviews with the candidates at next month’s Town Hall elections One of the candidates for Croydon Mayor … Continue reading
Croydon sites among best places in London for bluebell walks
The London Wildlife Trust has recommended two of its nature reserves in Croydon as among the best places in the capital to find springtime displays of bluebells. But you need to hurry if you are to enjoy this springtime spectacular. This … Continue reading
History of Kenley Airfield, free talk, East Surrey Museum, Apr 22
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Corbyn’s party has 1 candidate across Croydon’s 70 seats
With candidate declarations to close tomorrow, even some of the biggest political parties are scrambling around for last-minute volunteers to appear on ballot papers on May 7. By our Town Hall reporter, KEN LEE Your Party, the leftist grouping backed … Continue reading
Perry’s latest climbdown as his Purley banner is ruled unlawful
Fewer than 5% of Inside Croydon readers consider the Croydon Mayor’s banner to be ‘honest’, as the biased messaging is removed from outside council-owned leisure centre. By our Political Editor, WALTER CRONXITE Contractors have been ordered to remove a banner … Continue reading
How the cost-of-living crisis is changing the way we buy cars
SPONSORED CONTENT The price of almost everything has gone up lately. From energy bills to the weekly food shop, households across the UK are feeling the squeeze. This financial pressure is having a major impact on the motor industry. Many … Continue reading
Labour forces Davis to erase ‘genocide’ from her manifesto
With Croydon’s Town Hall elections to be held one month today, one mayoral candidate has been ordered to censor her election brochure by party bosses, with MP Reed suspected of being behind move. EXCLUSIVE by STEVEN DOWNES Labour’s candidate for … Continue reading
Newcastle’s Brown puts charity in the picture with Ted Lasso
By NADIA AZIZUDDIN For fans of Ted Lasso, portraiture and charity, artist Davey Brown is hosting a charity art exhibition and auction of his work in Richmond and Crystal Palace this summer. The exhibition is taking place at two of … Continue reading
NHS urges public to use its services during doctors’ strike
The NHS in south London has issued a health safety warning, as thousands of resident doctors start a week-long strike today. “People needing medical help or advice should go to 111.nhs.uk, their GP or pharmacy unless it is a life-threatening … Continue reading
Crystal Palace’s Jurassic perk offers kids holiday adventures
Crystal Palace Park’s dinosaur playground has roared into action. The playground is now open to all park visitors. “It’s already buzzing with energy and adventure,” says the Crystal Palace Park Trust. Designed to be welcoming and inclusive, the playground features … Continue reading
From Sloane Square to Penge, choirs are making sweet music
PETER GILLMAN sings the praises of local choirs Streatham Choral does not lack ambition. The 150-strong amateur community choir, which rehearses every Monday at St Leonard’s Church, has hired one of London’s prime concert venues for its next concert. The … Continue reading
Langley Vale conservation talk, Honeywood Museum, May 28
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The day Dr Bookless took the wicket of the great WG Grace
CROYDON CHRONICLES: A long career in medicine based at Croydon General Hospital and on Harley Street followed for a sporting young man who, when a student at Guy’s Hospital, once enjoyed a cricket moment of a lifetime. DAVID MORGAN explains … Continue reading
Purley’s purdah banner is a matter of integrity and honesty
Which of these banners do you consider to provide the most honest messaging?
Streatham Choral: Haydn’s The Creation, Cadogan Hall, Apr 11
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Perry makes no formal intervention as Mayor over Vue closure
Tory Mayor fails to act over doomed multiplex cinema, as he uses latest blow to ‘evolving’ town centre as an opportunity for a bit of late-term cosplaying. SANDRA STEAD reports Jason Perry, Croydon’s impotent and out-of-touch Mayor, had no idea … Continue reading
Important public announcement: the climate emergency is real
COPSE – the Croydon Outdoor Pursuits and Social Events – is staging a global premiere of a film this Tuesday – possibly the most important documentary produced in our lifetimes. And a limited number of tickets are free for all to … Continue reading
Housing and benefits advice sessions, free, South Norwood
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‘Modern-Day Art’ Exhibition at Croydon Art Space, to Apr 30
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CEO accused of spending public cash for Perry’s benefit
A banner in council colours has appeared outside the Purley Pool this week lauding Jason Perry’s role in the (non-)development of the site in what rival politicians have described as a clear breach of election law. EXCLUSIVE by STEVEN DOWNES … Continue reading
