Bensham Manor records most fly tip reports across Croydon
Croydon Council has insisted its “zero tolerance” approach to fly-tipping is “not a slogan” as new figures reveal that, despite thousands of incidents being…
Croydon rail bottleneck improvement scheme receives fresh boost from Burnham
Plans to fix the Croydon rail bottleneck received a significant boost this week after the Prime Minster promised to get the scheme “back on…
South Croydon suffering ‘smelly water leaks all summer long’
Water leaks have flowed onto pavements and roads in South Croydon “all summer”, with residents saying some trails have become slimy and smelly, forcing…
Outrage after vandals destroy beloved guide dog’s memorial tree
A visually impaired man has said the vandalism of a memorial tree dedicated to his beloved former guide dog felt like “someone destroying a…
Croydon shopkeepers support plans to tag repeat shoplifters
“If you are seen as soft here they will batter you,” says Benedict Selvaratnam, speaking on the shop floor where he and his staff…
Decision on Croydon Flyover funding expected this autumn
A decision on whether the Croydon Flyover will receive the government funding needed for a major refurbishment is expected this autumn, Transport for London…
Croydon Council approves retrospective changes to ‘monstrosity’ flats
Croydon Council has approved retrospective planning permission for changes to a block of flats which critics say have made it almost entirely different from…
Croydon care home downgraded by watchdog after residents ‘felt isolated by staff shortages’
Vulnerable elderly residents at a Croydon care home have been left feeling isolated in their bedrooms because of chronic staffing shortages, inspectors have found.…
Could we see the revival of Croydon’s historic Old Town?
Croydon locals want to see the town’s most historic area reach its full potential. With buildings dating back to the 14th Century, Croydon’s Old Town…
Murder charge after man found dead in Crystal Palace car park
A man has been charged with murder following the death of Ion Radu – who was found unresponsive in a Crystal Palace car park.…
