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• Crystal Palace boss admits Eagles were second best at Southampton - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 23:39 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Crystal Palace boss admits Eagles were second best at Southampton
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  Alan Pardew had no complaints over the result as Crystal Palace bowed out of the EFL Cup at Southampton tonight (Wednesday). A penalty from Charlie Austin and a Jake Hesketh strike sealed the Saints' progression as a lacklustre Palace exited at the ...and more »
  
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• New Addington mother runs through mud and water in aid of her son...

  21-09-2016 22:46 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A New Addington mother has taken part in an extreme obstacle mud run in aid of her eight-year-old son who has a rare condition which causes heart and kidney problems..Roz Norman, 42, of Castle Hill Avenue, ran through mud, water and other obstacles to raise awareness for Williams Syndrome, which affects one in 18,000 people in the UK - including her son Nathan Still.After a hernia operation and a blood and cardiac tests at six months old, Nathan was diagnosed with Williams Syndrome with upper...
  
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• Station staff at East Croydon praised after holding train for man...

  21-09-2016 21:36 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A Southern commuter has praised East Croydon station staff for halting his train when he suffered a mid-journey diabetic attack.Robert Kenward, who lives in Brighton and recently set up an executive search company there, was travelling home from London when he began to have a diabetic attack on the train at about 3.30pm yesterday.
  Mr Kenward said: "I'm a type one diabetic and I must have put too much insulin in around lunch time. When I was on the train I realised I was having a hypo,...
  
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• Croydon minority group asks for help as people do amazing things with new plastic fivers - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 21:27 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Croydon minority group asks for help as people do amazing things with new plastic fivers
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  As the first plastic £5 notes begin to make their way into our pockets, a Twitter trend has gone viral urging people to perform wonderful acts of kindess with the shiny new notes - and an organisation supporting minority groups in Croydon is ...and more »
  
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• Purley 'Fake Sheikh' reporter 'plotted to change Tulisa evidence'...

  21-09-2016 21:21 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  An undercover reporter tampered with evidence in a plot to secure a drugs conviction against former X Factor judge Tulisa Contostavlos, the Old Bailey has heard.Mazher Mahmood, from Purley, who has been dubbed the "Fake Sheikh" misled the court during the collapsed drugs trial of Miss Contostavlos, a jury was told today (Wednesday, September 21).The 53-year-old and his driver, Alan Smith, are accused of conspiring together, intending to pervert the course of justice, to change a...
  
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• Croydon minority group asks for help as people do amazing things...

  21-09-2016 20:58 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  As the first plastic £5 notes begin to make their way into our pockets, a Twitter trend has gone viral urging people to perform wonderful acts of kindess with the shiny new notes - and an organisation supporting minority groups in Croydon is encouraging people to take part. The trending hashtag #firstfiver is urging people to donate their first plastic fiver to charity. READ MORE: The new currency came into circulation last week and the charitable idea was first suggested by John...
  
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• Croydon cancer survivors share experiences and how they are now coping with life - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 19:44 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Croydon cancer survivors share experiences and how they are now coping with life
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  More than one hundred Croydon cancer survivors have come together to share inspirational stories what they have gone through and how they are coping with life after the disease. Survivors, their carers and hospital workers attended the first 'Life ...
  
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• 17 pictures that prove Croydon has the best street art in Britain

  21-09-2016 19:07 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  In years gone by the majority of graffiti you would find on the streets of Croydon would be ugly tags, scrawled without permission and with no artistic merit whatsoever. But that was before an incredble initiative which means Croydon now arguably has a reputation for being home to the best street art in Britain. It all began in and around St George's Walk but the Croydon Mural Project has since spread throughout the town centre.The streets around St George's Walk are now known as Croydon's Arts.
  
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• One of Croydon Council's departments is forecast to spend £7 million more than it was supposed to - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 19:01 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  One of Croydon Council's departments is forecast to spend £7 million more than it was supposed to
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  Croydon Council is projected to overspend by £700,000 overall but one department is currently headed for being... New Addington mother runs through mud and water in aid of her son... New Addington mother runs through mud and water in aid of... 1.
  
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• PICTURED: Take a look at the refurbished Greyhound pub in Carshalton

  21-09-2016 18:27
  
  The Greyhound in Carshalton has reopened following an extensive refurbishment.
  
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• Croydon cancer survivors share experiences and how they are now...

  21-09-2016 18:26 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  More than one hundred Croydon cancer survivors have come together to share inspirational stories what they have gone through and how they are coping with life after the disease.Survivors, their carers and hospital workers attended the first 'Life After Cancer' event hosted by Macmillan Cancer Support at Croydon University Hospital earlier this month.Guests heard inspirational patient stories from survivors young and old about how their illness and treatment had affected them, and how they have..
  
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• Upper Norwood primary school 'requires improvement' according to...

  21-09-2016 18:22 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  An Upper Norwood primary school has been told to improve by Ofsted for the second time in two years.All Saints CE Primary, on Upper Beulah Hill, has been given the 'requires improvement' rating, as it did in 2014.The primary school, which has had three head teachers since its last inspection, requires improvement in the effectiveness of leadership and management and in the quality of teaching, learning and assessment, according to the report. The report, which was published on September 12, also
  
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• Purley painted purple for cancer centre charity effort

  21-09-2016 18:21 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Purley has been swathed in purple this week as local businesses, schools and organisations support the South East Cancer Help Centre's (SECHC) Paint Purley Purple (PPP) campaign.This is the second year SECHC has held its PPP campaign with a view to raising awareness and funding. Croydon South MP Chris Philp, who launched the campaign at Purley Tesco on Monday, said: "SECHC does fantastic work helping cancer sufferers in the neighborhood and I am delighted to support PPP."NOW READ:...
  
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• ​Heathfield Academy delays opening of permanent school in South...

  21-09-2016 18:08 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Heathfield Academy has delayed the opening of its permanent school in South Croydon.The primary school was due to open in Aberdeen Road this September after being housed in The Robert Fitzroy Academy since launching the new school in 2015.However, an update on the school's website says it will instead be located in Chestnut Park Primary School, in St James's Road, this academic year.In a newsletter to parents, Isabelle Dennigan, chair of governors, said there were "unexpected delays"...
  
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• One of Croydon Council's departments is forecast to spend...

  21-09-2016 17:52 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A department at Croydon Council has spent more than £7million more than it budgeted for on services including social care and housing.The overspend in the 'people department', which runs public services, was revealed in a report discussed by the council's cabinet on Monday.The report blames the overspend on cuts to the council's grants from central government and an increased demand for services.Thankfully, other departments have managed their budgets with more ease and the council as a...
  
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• Man, 26, rushed to hospital after being shot in Balham

  21-09-2016 17:34 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Police are appealing for information after a man was shot in south London on Tuesday.The 26-year-old man suffered a single gunshot wound after the attack at a property in Bedford Hill, Balham at 9.20pm.The victim's injuries are described as non life-threatening.Officers were called out to the address to reports of a man being shot. Police found evidence of a discharge of a firearm outside, and the injured man inside the property.NOW READ: Police yet to charge anyone in connection with Ricardo...
  
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• 'Fake Sheikh' reporter tampered with evidence in bid to secure Tulisa drugs conviction, court hears

  21-09-2016 17:27
  
  An undercover Sun journalist who dubbed himself "the king of sting" has gone on trial accused of tampering with evidence in the collapsed drugs trial of Tulisa Contostavlos.
  
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• Crystal Palace supremo pleads for patience over Selhurst Park redevelopment plans - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 17:03 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Crystal Palace supremo pleads for patience over Selhurst Park redevelopment plans
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  Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish says he understands fans' frustrations over the progress of plans to redevelop the main stand at Selhurst Park. However, he has called for patience from supporters as the club looks to get past a number of issues ...and more »
  
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• Woman who sent picture of lover's erect penis to his wife not...

  21-09-2016 17:02 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A Purley woman who sent pictures of a man's penis to his wife after he broke off their affair has been cleared of a revenge porn charge.A jury at Croydon Crown Court found Janice Mansfield, 59, not guilty on Monday.They had earlier been told that Mrs Mansfield, of Selcroft Road, sent the six pictures of his erect penis, which he had sent her, via recorded post addressed to the man's wife.But he intercepted the pictures and informed the police.She was charged under laws brought in last year in an
  
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• Mum of Croydon teen who died after taking ecstasy visits PM in attempt to make school PSHE mandatory - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 16:32 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Mum of Croydon teen who died after taking ecstasy visits PM in attempt to make school PSHE mandatory
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  Mum of Croydon teen who died after taking ecstasy visits PM in attempt to make... X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message. /. Pictures: dsmfoundation. Fiona with Sacha Langton-Gilks and Lorin LaFave. New Addington mother ...and more »
  
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• Vulnerable children recruited as drug mules for Croydon gangs - Croydon Guardian

  21-09-2016 16:16 via croydonguardian.co.uk
  
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  Andy Tarrant, Croydon police's borough commander, said gangs were using Facebook and Twitter to recruit children. / Andrea Downey, Reporter - Croydon. 1 comment. Vulnerable children in care are being recruited by gangs on social media to ferry drugs ...and more »
  
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• Vulnerable children recruited as drug mules for Croydon gangs

  21-09-2016 16:12 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Vulnerable children in care are being recruited by gangs on social media to ferry drugs across the country.
  
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• Fraudster who took other people's driving theory tests is jailed - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 15:32 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  A fraudster who took other people's driving theory tests, allowing unqualified drivers to be on the roads, has been jailed for two years. Davinder Singh was caught after he tried to sit a theory test at the theory test centre in Park Street in Croydon.and more »
  
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• Croydon teenager, 18, arrested after two men stabbed in Brighton - Croydon Guardian

  21-09-2016 15:16 via croydonguardian.co.uk
  
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  Croydon teenager, 18, arrested after two men stabbed in Brighton
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  The 18-year-old was yesterday held on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, affray and possession of a knife after a violent row erupted in the centre of the city. The two men were stabbed outside the Metro Bank in Churchill Street following an argument ...
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• Fraudster who took other people's driving theory tests is jailed

  21-09-2016 15:14 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A fraudster who took other people's driving theory tests, allowing unqualified drivers to be on the roads, has been jailed for two years.Davinder Singh was caught after he tried to sit a theory test at the theory test centre in Park Street in Croydon.The 34-year-old from Hounslow was handed the jail term at Croydon Crown Court on Friday after an investigation by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) discovered he had taken car, lorry and motorcycle theory tests in Chatham, Southgate,...
  
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• Teenager, 18, arrested after two men were stabbed in Brighton

  21-09-2016 15:07
  
  A Croydon teenager has been arrested after two men were stabbed in Brighton.
  
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• Croydon teenager, 18, arrested after two men stabbed in Brighton

  21-09-2016 15:07 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  A Croydon teenager has been arrested after two men were stabbed in Brighton.
  
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• Croydon man charged with shining laser at a police helicopter - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 14:12 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  A man will appear in court tomorrow charged with shining a laser light at a police helicopter. Florin Sandoiu, 29, is alleged to have committed the offence on September 6 in Canterbury Road, where he lives. Sandoiu is charged with recklessly or ...
  
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• Concerns £30m for Fairfield Halls revamp is 'under...

  21-09-2016 14:12 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  The £30 million budget for the refurbishment of Fairfield Halls may not cover the "ambitions" of the original proposal by Croydon Council, according to an advisory report.The council asked the Theatres Trust to analyse plans for the refurbishment scheme including how it should be run when it is expected to reopen in two years time.A panel of experts put forward a number of recommendations to the authority including how to spend the budget – of which £12 million is...
  
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• Croydon man charged with shining laser at a police helicopter

  21-09-2016 13:49 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A man will appear in court tomorrow charged with shining a laser light at a police helicopter.Florin Sandoiu, 29, is alleged to have committed the offence on September 6 in Canterbury Road, where he lives. Sandoiu is charged with recklessly or negligently acting in manner likely to endanger an aircraft or person in an aircraft, contrary to the Air Navigation Order 2016.He is due to appear a hearing at Croydon Magistrates' Court tomorrow morning.Do you have a story? Email...
  
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• Man jailed for two years after being caught taking driving tests for other people

  21-09-2016 12:29 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  A man has been jailed for two years after being caught taking driving theory tests on behalf of other people.
  
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• Mum of Croydon teen who died after taking ecstasy visits PM in...

  21-09-2016 11:40 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A mum whose son died after taking ecstasy at an illegal rave is urging Prime Minister Theresa May and Education Secretary Justine Greening to make changes to the curriculum in order to educate children about the dangers of drugs. Fiona Spargo-Mabbs' son Daniel was 16 when he died after taking ecstasy on the way to an illegal rave in January 2014. Fiona and husband Tim, Daniel's father, set up the Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation in his memory to raise awareness of the risks drugs pose. READ...
  
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• ​Council's transport chief to speak to Lambeth about 'confusing'...

  21-09-2016 11:22 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Croydon Council's transport chief has pledged to speak to neighbouring Lambeth Council about a small stretch of 20mph on the boroughs' boundaries. Motorists in Norbury are currently faced with entering a 90m 20mph zone in Green Lane, from 30mph Streatham High Road, before returning to 30mph as they drive over the Croydon boundary border. Stuart King, Croydon's cabinet member for transport and environment, will speak to his opposite number Jenny Brathwaite at Lambeth to tackle the...
  
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• Bryan at the double as Crystal Palace Ladies thump West Ham - Croydon Advertiser

  21-09-2016 11:09 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Bryan at the double as Crystal Palace Ladies thump West Ham
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  Crystal Palace Ladies rounded off a testing period of three games in a week with a 4-0 win against West Ham on Sunday. The Eagles, fresh from fighting back from three goals down for a point against Charlton Athletic in midweek, went into the game in ...and more »
  
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• 'Now its war': Parents vow to fight plans to close Croydon's only respite centre for adults with learning disabilites

  21-09-2016 10:43
  
  A care centre for adults with learning difficulties is set to be shut down by Croydon Council.
  
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• 'Now its war': Parents vow to fight plans to close borough's only respite centre for adults with learning disabilites

  21-09-2016 10:43 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  A care centre for adults with learning difficulties is set to be shut down by Croydon Council.
  
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• Labour leadership contest: Jeremy Corbyn and Owen Smith's campaigns enter final hours

  21-09-2016 09:39 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Voting ends today at 12pm, with the result set to be announced at a conference in Liverpool this Saturday.
  
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• Police called after 'suspicious' car fire in Woodside

  21-09-2016 09:05 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  An investigation is underway following a "suspicious" car fire in Woodside last night.Fire crews were called to Manning Gardens at 9.34pm, where they found a white Nissan Micra "100 per-cent alight" along with a nearby bin.Both blazes were extinguished and a fire investigation is underway into the cause, but a spokesman for Woodside fire station described it as "suspicious".Residents of a property one metre from the blaze were alerted to the fire when the smoke...
  
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• Southern Rail: Commuters face more frustration after services between Epsom and central London are disrupted

  21-09-2016 08:52
  
  Numerous services between Epsom Downs and London Victoria have been disrupted this morning, with the 7.35am train having been cancelled.
  
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