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• The shocking damage 'petrol bomb' caused to Croydon home as ... - Croydon Advertiser

  26-02-2017 19:20 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  The shocking damage 'petrol bomb' caused to Croydon home as ...
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  These images show the damage caused to a house in Croydon town centre which was attacked by arsonists using a "petrol bomb". Metropolitan Police (Met) ...
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• 'They made a trail of petrol and ignited it' - Neighbours shock...

  26-02-2017 19:15 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Neighbours who witnessed the front of a house in Croydon get engulfed in flames have described the shock at what they saw as police investigate the arson attack.People living in Edridge Road, in the centre of Croydon, have reported seeing two people approach a house in the early hours of this morning (Sunday, February 26) and dousing the front door with petrol - or a similar substance - being poured from a plastic bottle.READ MORE: The shocking damage 'petrol bomb' caused to Croydon home as man.
  
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• The shocking damage 'petrol bomb' caused to Croydon home as man...

  26-02-2017 18:37 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  These images show the damage caused to a house in Croydon town centre which was attacked by arsonists using a "petrol bomb".Metropolitan Police (Met) officers are investigating the shocking incident after they were called, along with firefighters, to reports of a fire at the home in Edridge Road in the early hours of this morning (Sunday, February).When a crew from Croydon Fire Station arrived shortly after 3am, Met officers were already on the scene and the fire had been...
  
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• The secret locations where Brad Pitt and Matt Damon filmed in Croydon - Croydon Advertiser

  26-02-2017 18:31 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  The secret locations where Brad Pitt and Matt Damon filmed in Croydon
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  They are two of the most recognisable faces in the world of Hollywood but many people will be surprised to know Brad Pitt and Matt Damon spent time in Croydon to shoot scenes for films they star in. Film makers have long-recognised the borough's ...
  
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• Tougher rules on using mobile phones while driving come into force this week

  26-02-2017 18:28 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Tougher penalties for those who use their mobile phones while driving are to come into force next week.
  
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• Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish hails fans after important Middlesbrough victory - Croydon Advertiser

  26-02-2017 17:41 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish hails fans after important Middlesbrough victory
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  Steve Parish called for the fans to show their passion, get behind the team and help them to victory over Middlesbrough on Saturday. The Crystal Palace fans did just that, and then some. Selhurst Park is always revered for its special atmosphere, but ...and more »
  
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• The secret locations where Brad Pitt and Matt Damon filmed in...

  26-02-2017 17:07 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  They are two of the most recognisable faces in the world of Hollywood but many people will be surprised to know Brad Pitt and Matt Damon spent time in Croydon to shoot scenes for films they star in.Film makers have long-recognised the borough's potential as the perfect location to make movies and Croydon is fast becoming the go-to place for location managers looking for a gritty back drops with an edgy feel.READ MORE: Films you may not know have links to CroydonScenes for Pitt's upcoming film...
  
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• WEATHER: Thunderstorms and heavy rain to hit London as spring approaches

  26-02-2017 15:24 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Stormy weather and heavy showers are to hit the capital in the early part of next week as spring approaches.
  
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• 'Accelerant' used to fuel house fire near town centre

  26-02-2017 14:36 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Police believe an accelerant was used to fuel a house fire near Croydon town centre.
  
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• Missing motorway: We have the M23 and M25 but why is there no...

  26-02-2017 14:25 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  There has been mystery surrounding the strange absence of an M24, a motorway which seems to have been oddly missed out when the connecting network of roads were built.The M23 runs north to south through Surrey into Croydon, and the M25 runs south of the borough as it loops around London.But there is a strange and illogical gap between the roads names, with no M24 to be found.It seems that road-naming customs are to blame, and if there was an M24, it would probably be quite tricky to...
  
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• All you need to know about using your mobile phone while driving...

  26-02-2017 14:19 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  If you are caught using your phone while driving it is about to cost you a whole lot more as fines and penalty points on your licence as about to double.As of March 1 this year, the current punishment of a £100 fine and 3 points will double to £200 and 6 points.It means that anyone who already has points on their licence could be at risk of losing it all together and drivers who passed their test less than two years ago with have it automatically revoked.READ MORE: The new DVLA car..
  
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• Is this young rapper Stormzy rhyming at 8 years old? | Croydon ... - Croydon Advertiser

  26-02-2017 14:05 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  A remarkable rap has emerged reportedly created by Croydon's homegrown grime star Stormzy rhyming at the tender age of eight. The Thornton Heath ...and more »
  
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• Watch: Stormzy's mum reveals home footage of Thornton Heath grime star rapping at eight years old

  26-02-2017 14:04 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Thornton Heath grime star Stormzy’s mum has revealed a rap the artist made at the age of eight years old.
  
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• Croydon Council vows to help Crystal Palace's redevelopment ... - Croydon Advertiser

  26-02-2017 13:39 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Croydon Council vows to help Crystal Palace's redevelopment ...
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  Crystal Palace have been given the backing of Croydon Council in their ambition to redevelop Selhurst Park. Palace chairman Steve Parish has spoken of his ...and more »
  
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• Isis poses 'greatest terror threat since IRA London bombing campaign 40 years ago'

  26-02-2017 13:03 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Islamic State militants pose a threat to London as great as the IRA's during its bombing campaign in the 1970s, the new terror laws watchdog has said.
  
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• Driver arrested after five pedestrians injured in south east London - Croydon Advertiser

  26-02-2017 12:59 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Driver arrested after five pedestrians injured in south east London
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  Five people have been rushed to hospital after a car reportedly ploughed into a group of pedestrians in south east London. The driver was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, and the road was closed as investigations were carried out by police.and more »
  
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• Is this young rapper Stormzy rhyming at 8 years old?

  26-02-2017 12:47 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A remarkable rap has emerged reportedly created by Croydon's homegrown grime star Stormzy rhyming at the tender age of eight.The Thornton Heath youngster displays the lyrical skills which would lead him to a Brit Award nomination this year.READ MORE: This was what it was like inside Boxpark Croydon for Stormzy's secret homecoming gigHe performed live on stage with Ed Sheeran at the awards ceremony at The O2 last week, but a more low-profile performance has now been revealed.It has been widely...
  
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• 'Petrol bomb' thrown at house in Croydon town centre | Croydon ... - Croydon Advertiser

  26-02-2017 11:17 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  A 'petrol bomb' was thrown at a house in the early hours of this morning with police and firefighters rushing to the Croydon town centre home. Emergency ...and more »
  
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• 'Petrol bomb' thrown at house in Croydon town centre - Croydon Advertiser

  26-02-2017 11:17 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  'Petrol bomb' thrown at house in Croydon town centre
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  A 'petrol bomb' was thrown at a house in the early hours of this morning with police and firefighters rushing to the Croydon town centre home. Emergency services were called to Edridge Road after reports of a fire at a property on the street. READ MORE ...
  'Accelerant' used to fuel house fire near Croydon town centreCroydon Guardianall 4 news articles »
  
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• 'Petrol bomb' thrown at house in Croydon town centre

  26-02-2017 10:54 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A 'petrol bomb' was thrown at a house in the early hours of this morning with police and firefighters rushing to the Croydon town centre home.Emergency services were called to Edridge Road after reports of a fire at a property on the street.READ MORE: Jailed this week: The 12 criminals locked up in LondonFirefighters arrived at around 3am this morning (Sunday, February 26), but Metropolitan (Met) Police officers were already on the scene when they arrived and the flames had been put out.A...
  
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• How one New Addington schoolgirl's tragic death has now 'saved...

  26-02-2017 09:58 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  The family of a New Addington girl who was hit and killed by a drug-driver seven years ago have been rewarded for their work in the community at the Heart of the Community awards. Lillian's Law, a road safety campaign set up by the family of Lillian Groves, along with the Advertiser, was launched after the 14-year-old schoolgirl died outside her home after being hit a driver who was under the influence of cannabis in June 2010.The road safety campaign was a driving force in changing the law so..
  
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