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• Former Crystal Palace midfielder makes move to Holland - Croydon Advertiser

  02-07-2016 14:14 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Former Crystal Palace midfielder makes move to Holland
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  The attacking midfielder, who was released by Palace in 2015, has signed a two-year deal with the Dutch club, having spent last season with Notts County. De Silva signed a two-year contract with Notts County last season, but only made six appearances ...and more »
  
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• Medic who trekked up Kilimanjaro with foot injury wins NHS...

  02-07-2016 10:16 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A medic whose life fell apart after she fainted in the stifling NHS laboratory where she worked has won a secret compensation payout in the courts.Helen Stidwill is plagued by chronic pain due to the foot injury she suffered in the lab at King's College Hospital in March 2009.Despite "extensive treatment", the 38-year-old mum-of-two now relies on crutches, Central London County Court heard.She is afflicted by "ongoing pain, functional limitations and associated fatigue", her...
  
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• Heart of the Community awards return to reward Croydon's local heroes - Croydon Advertiser

  02-07-2016 10:15 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  Heart of the Community awards return to reward Croydon's local heroes
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  Heart of the Community Awards ------ MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Residents are encouraged to nominate groups and organisations... SHARE PICTURE. Copy link to paste in your message. Heart of the Community Awards ------ MAKING A DIFFERENCE: ...
  
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• Heart of the Community awards return to reward Croydon's local...

  02-07-2016 10:06 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  THE Advertiser's Heart of the Community awards is back in a bid to reward community groups and projects that make a difference in Croydon.Aprize fund of £8,000 will be split between organisations to help them make the borough a better place.When entries open on July 8, we need you to nominate the people and groups dedicated to Croydon for a chance to win.The overall winner will receive £3,000, with £2,000 for second and £1,000 for third. Two further runners-up will...
  
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• BREAKING VIEWS: How will Brexit affect Croydon, and does it put Westfield in jeopardy? - Croydon Advertiser

  02-07-2016 10:03 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  BREAKING VIEWS: How will Brexit affect Croydon, and does it put Westfield in jeopardy?
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  National politics and the decision to leave the European Union has dominated the headlines since last Thursday's vote, with many wondering about the knock-on financial effects Brexit will have. How will the historic decision affect Croydon? Political ...
  
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• BREAKING VIEWS: How will Brexit affect Croydon, and does it put...

  02-07-2016 10:00 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  ONLY one thing has been on the minds of the nation this week.National politics and the decision to leave the European Union has dominated the headlines since last Thursday's vote, with many wondering about the knock-on financial effects Brexit will have.How will the historic decision affect Croydon? Political figures in the borough have expressed concern about the vote. Croydon, much like London as a whole, voted to remain in the EU, with 54 per cent in favour of staying, whereas the national...
  
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• Southern insists passenger experience award was 'well deserved' - Croydon Advertiser

  02-07-2016 09:44 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Southern insists passenger experience award was 'well deserved'
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  Clockwise from top left: Commuters stuck at East Croydon on Monday; MP Chris Philp; a Southern train and the team from... The restaurants, cafés and takeaways with the worst food... The restaurants, cafés and takeaways with the worst... 1 · Croydon ...
  
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• The restaurants, cafés and takeaways with the worst food...

  02-07-2016 09:20 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  If you've eaten your way round all of Croydon and fancy a meal over the border in Sutton you'll probably be interested in knowing which food establishments have the worst hygiene ratings in our neighbouring borough.A total of 14 eateries in Sutton have only been given a rating of one for their hygiene, which means major improvement is necessary.The hygiene ratings, which can be found on the Food Standards Agency website, were awarded following inspections by the local authority.The food safety..
  
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• Croydon Council appoints its first ever woman chief executive - Croydon Advertiser

  02-07-2016 09:11 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Croydon Council appoints its first ever woman chief executive
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  The top job at Croydon Council has been given to a woman for the first time ever, it has been announced. Jo Negrini will be appointed as the new chief executive having spent three months as acting chief executive following the announcement of Nathan ...
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• Southern insists passenger experience award was 'well deserved'

  02-07-2016 09:00 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Commuters were left stunned by news this week that the company which runs Southern had been given an accolade for 'passenger experience'.Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), which also runs the Gatwick Express, Thameslink and Great Northern services, was highly commended in the passenger experience category of the Railway Industry Innovation Awards last Friday.But the award came amid a dispute between GTR and rail union RMT which has caused severe disruption for passengers and left them surprised to.
  
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• Croydon Council appoints its first ever woman chief executive

  02-07-2016 09:00 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  The top job at Croydon Council has been given to a woman for the first time ever, it has been announced.Jo Negrini will be appointed as the new chief executive having spent three months as acting chief executive following the announcement of Nathan Elvery's departure.Formerly the council's executive director of place since the start of 2014 Ms Negrini paved the way for Westfield's development of the town centre.Ms Negrini said she is privileged and honoured to take on the new role."I really...
  
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• Acting CEO confirmed as permanent Croydon Council boss - Your Local Guardian

  02-07-2016 06:04 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
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  Acting CEO confirmed as permanent Croydon Council boss
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  Jo Negrini, the first woman to hold the top job, will be formally confirmed in the position at a full council meeting on July 18 after spending three months as interim chief executive. RELATED: Senior Croydon Council officer Jo Negrini set to become ...and more »
  
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• Croydon Council appoints first female chief executive

  02-07-2016 06:00 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  The acting chief executive of Croydon Council has been appointed to the role permanently.
  
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• Acting CEO confirmed as permanent Croydon Council boss

  02-07-2016 06:00
  
  The acting chief executive of Croydon Council has been appointed to the role permanently.
  
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