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• Beloved Croydon man dies tragically young in Vietnam motorbike accident - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 20:05 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Beloved Croydon man dies tragically young in Vietnam motorbike accident
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  A beloved brother and son from Croydon tragically lost his life in a motorbike crash in Vietnam, an inquest has heard. Nicholas "Nick" Papanistasiou was a popular and adventurous 27-year-old who was travelling in South East Asia when he was cruelly ...
  
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• This is why the Australian cricket team were in Croydon yesterday - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 19:08 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  This is why the Australian cricket team were in Croydon yesterday
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  A Croydon school got a very special visit from England's oldest cricketing rivals, when the Australian team popped in for a spot of training. Australia's cricket team enjoyed the clear skies and blazing sun yesterday (Monday, May 22) to work on their ...
  
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• Beloved Croydon man dies tragically young in Vietnam motorbike...

  23-05-2017 19:02 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A beloved brother and son from Croydon tragically lost his life in a motorbike crash in Vietnam, an inquest has heard. Nicholas "Nick" Papanastasiou was a popular and adventurous 27-year-old who was travelling in South East Asia when he was cruelly taken from his friends and family.The death of the young man prompted an "outpouring of love" online for the civil engineer, who was praised as "loyal, wonderful and loving".READ MORE: Guard of honour held ahead of...
  
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• Iceland is hiring in south London and you could pocket a...

  23-05-2017 19:00 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Popular supermarket chain Iceland is recruiting for a new store manager in south London - and you could earn up to £38,000 a year if you are the successful candidate.The salary, in the job advert for the permanent position, is between £32,000 and £38,000 a year.READ MORE: If you love Five Guys – this could be your dream jobThe advert says: "Are you a store manager or department manager looking for an exciting new challenge in a hands-on and fast-paced retail...
  
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• Reports: Sam Allardyce shocks Crystal Palace with quit threats - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 18:50 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Reports: Sam Allardyce shocks Crystal Palace with quit threats
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  Sam Allardyce has reportedly told Crystal Palace he is ready to quit as manager after the club's board failed to give him assurances regarding their ambitions. According to reports in the Daily Mail, Allardyce was due to meet with Crystal Palace ...
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• 19-year-old 'raped grandmother in her Thornton Heath home after a...

  23-05-2017 18:24 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A Croydon youngster raped a 56-year-old grandmother in her Thornton Heath home after she was locked out when returning home from a night out drinking, a court has heard.Rhys Ferguson denies raping the woman, who was a stranger to him, after a chance encounter on the street outside her home.He was 19 when the alleged sex attack took place in the early hours of September 5, 2015, and his trial got under way at Croydon Crown Court today (Tuesday, May 23).Before the alleged attacker arrived on the..
  
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• This is why the Australian cricket team were in Croydon yesterday

  23-05-2017 18:19 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A Croydon school got a very special visit from England's oldest cricketing rivals, when the Australian team popped in for a spot of training. Australia's cricket team enjoyed the clear skies and blazing sun yesterday (Monday, May 22) to work on their game at the Whitgfit School, which is known for its top class sporting facilities. As if watching the likes of David Warner and Mitchell Starc in action wasn't enough, some of the students at the independent day school even got the chance to bowl at
  
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• Croydon University Hospital doctor sacked amid a toxic working atmosphere wins right to compensation - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 18:07 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
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  Croydon University Hospital doctor sacked amid a toxic working atmosphere wins right to compensation
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  A heart consultant who was sacked amidst a toxic working atmosphere at Croydon University Hospital has won the right to a big compensation payout. Dr Kevin Beatt was given his marching orders after "blowing the whistle" on what he believed to be unsafe ...
  
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• The third annual Brothers of Mothershovel charity barbecue - The Croydon Citizen

  23-05-2017 18:00 via thecroydoncitizen.com
  
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  Saturday 3rd June 2017 marks the third annual Brothers of Mothershovel (BoMs) charity BBQ event held at the Oval Tavern. Nestled between the hotly-contested East Croydon/Addiscombe ward border on Oval Road, the Oval Tavern is Croydon's foremost ...
  
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• Croydon University Hospital doctor sacked amid a toxic working...

  23-05-2017 17:38 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A heart consultant who was sacked amidst a toxic working atmosphere at Croydon University Hospital has won the right to a big compensation payout.Dr Kevin Beatt was given his marching orders after "blowing the whistle" on what he believed to be unsafe practices in the cardiology department he founded.In particular, he believed that a senior nurse's suspension in the middle of a working day had contributed to a heart patient's death.Dr Beatt has been fighting for justice ever since his...
  
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• Penge grandfather threatened with deportation after living in UK for more than 50 years

  23-05-2017 17:30 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  A family could be split apart after a Penge grandfather was threatened with deportation when the Home Office sent him a letter telling him he could be removed “without further notice”.
  
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• Peace vigil to be held in Croydon after Manchester terror attack

  23-05-2017 17:14 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  A peace vigil is being held tonight at the Queens Gardens following the Manchester terror attack.
  
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• More armed officers to be deployed at London events, including FA Cup final and Twickenham rugby final

  23-05-2017 16:38 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  More armed officers will be deployed at events across London, including the FA Cup final, following the Manchester bomb attack.
  
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• ​Book of condolence opens at Croydon Town Hall for Manchester terror attack victims - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 16:09 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  ​Book of condolence opens at Croydon Town Hall for Manchester terror attack victims
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  A book of condolence has been opened at Croydon Town Hall for residents to pay their tributes to the victims of the Manchester terror attack. At least 22 people, including children, have died and 59 people injured after a suicide bomber detonated an ...and more »
  
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• Plans for 514 new homes in Croydon have been approved to 'revitalise' Queen's Gardens

  23-05-2017 15:40 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Croydon's Queens Gardens is set to change, after a new regeneration project was approved by councillors.
  
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• ​Book of condolence opens at Croydon Town Hall for Manchester...

  23-05-2017 15:40 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A book of condolence has been opened at Croydon Town Hall for residents to pay their tributes to the victims of the Manchester terror attack.At least 22 people, including children, have died and 59 people injured after a suicide bomber detonated an improvised explosive device at Manchester Arena on Monday night. Families and youngsters had been to watch pop star Ariana Grande and were leaving through the foyer of the arena when the explosion happened.READ MORE: Croydon Central election hustings.
  
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• Croydon has a new mayor and she has created a little bit of local...

  23-05-2017 15:36 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Croydon officially has a new mayor after Toni Letts OBE was sworn in yesterday (Monday) evening alongside new deputy mayor Mike Selva.She becomes the first woman to serve as the Mayor of Croydon twice. The Labour councillor for Selhurst has spent the last year as deputy mayor.READ MORE: Activists point to Croydon councillor's IRA past as Conservatives claim Corbyn refused to condemn terrorists She will replace Wayne Trakas-Lawlor, Croydon's first openly gay mayor, who had served in the...
  
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• RMT Union suspends Southern Rail strike following Manchester...

  23-05-2017 15:09 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  The RMT Union has announced a decision to suspend strike action, which was due to take place across the Southern Rail network next week.On-board supervisors and drivers were set to walk out for 24 hours on Tuesday, May 30 along with members of the union who work for other train operating companies.The union's general secretary, Mick Cash, explained the decision was taken as a mark of respect in light of the horrific terrorist attack at Manchester Arena on Monday night - which claimed the lives..
  
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• Poundworld admits failing to tackle mouse infestation at Croydon shop - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 13:29 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Poundworld admits failing to tackle mouse infestation at Croydon shop
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  Poundworld has pleaded guilty to a string of charges relating to poor food hygiene at its Croydon store – having admitted to failing to deal with an active mice infestation. At Croydon Crown Court this morning (Tuesday, May 23), it was heard that staff ...
  
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• #WeStandTogether: ​It's the acts of kindness after tragedies...

  23-05-2017 13:17 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Hope and solidarity – in the wake of any disaster, this is what prevails from the darkness as communities rally together to support anyone who has been affected.
  After a suicide bomber set off an explosive at an Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena last night - killing at least 22 people, many of whom are expected to be children - kind residents opened up their doors to people stranded in the city, offering any kind of help that was needed to complete strangers.The smallest acts of...
  
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• Poundworld admits failing to tackle mouse infestation at Croydon...

  23-05-2017 13:05 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Poundworld has pleaded guilty to a string of charges relating to poor food hygiene at its Croydon store – having admitted to failing to deal with an active mice infestation.At Croydon Crown Court this morning (Tuesday, May 23), it was heard that staff at the North End store knew about the issue which had spread throughout the shop floor and basement storage areas of the shop.Earlier this year the Poundworld store in question was revealed to be one of 18 food outlets in Croydon to be given.
  
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• Croydon Central Hustings closed as a mark of respect for victims of the Manchester Terror attack

  23-05-2017 12:54 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Croydon Central hustings have been postponed, after the fatal attack in Manchester last night.
  
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• General Election campaigning suspended after deadly terror attack in Manchester

  23-05-2017 12:43 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Jeremy Corbyn said he had spoken to Prime Minister Theresa May and they had agreed that all national campaigning would be suspended until further notice.
  
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• Prime Minister praises Manchester's spirit as she condemns 'callous terrorist attack' at Ariana Grande concert

  23-05-2017 12:16 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  Theresa May has condemned the suicide bombing following an Ariana Grande concert at the Manchester Arena as a “callous terrorist attack”.
  
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• Brad Pitt filmed his latest blockbuster War Machine in Croydon

  23-05-2017 12:08 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  A Hollywood blockbuster opening in cinemas this week features scenes shot with Brad Pitt in Croydon.
  
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• ​Croydon Central election hustings cancelled to respect Manchester terror attack victims - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 11:18 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  A debate set to be held tonight between candidates for the Croydon Central seat in the general election has been cancelled as a mark of respect to those affected in the Manchester terror attack. At least 22 people, including children, have died and a ...and more »
  
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• Crystal Palace and ex-Manchester United star Wilfried Zaha shares...

  23-05-2017 11:07 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha has shared his condolences to all those affected by last night's terrorist attack in Manchester. It comes after at least 22 people were killed, including children, and 59 people were injured last night after a suicide bombing at the Manchester Arena. The winger, who played in the city for Manchester United between 2013-2014, tweeted his support this morning for all those affected by the attack.
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• This is how to mark yourself safe following the terror attack at Manchester arena

  23-05-2017 10:39 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  If you are concerned whether your loved one is safe following yesterday’s explosion at Ariana Grande’s concert in Manchester then our guide may be able to help you.
  
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• Met chief condemns 'appalling' terrorist attack in Manchester

  23-05-2017 10:33 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  The Metropolitan Police Commissioner has made a statement condemning the “appalling” terrorist attack in Manchester.
  
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• ​Croydon Central election hustings cancelled to respect...

  23-05-2017 10:19 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  A debate set to be held tonight between candidates for the Croydon Central seat in the general election has been cancelled as a mark of respect to those affected in the Manchester terror attack. At least 22 people, including children, have diedand a further 59 injured after a bomb exploded at the the Manchester Arena on Monday night. Families and young people had been to watch Ariana Grande and were leaving when they were killed by a suicide bomber in what police are treating as a...
  
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• Ariana Grande 'suspends' tour including London O2 shows after...

  23-05-2017 10:16 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Ariana Grande has reportedly suspended the rest of her tour, including two shows at The O2 in London, following the suspected terrorist attack at her Manchester concert.
  At least 22 people were killed, including children according to Greater Manchester Police, in a suspected terrorist attack the singer's concert at the Manchester Arena last night (Monday, May 22).Thousands of gig-goers were packed into the venue to see Grande perform when the explosion ripped through a foyer between the arena...
  
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• Extra police to patrol streets of Croydon and London after terrorist attack in Manchester - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 10:05 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Extra police to patrol streets of Croydon and London after terrorist attack in Manchester
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  Extra police will be on the streets of Croydon and across London today in the wake of last night's terrorist attack in Manchester. At least 22 people were killed when a suicide bomber detonated a device at the Manchester Arena last night (Monday, May 22).and more »
  
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• Mayor of London: There will be more police on the capital's streets after terror attack in Manchester Arena

  23-05-2017 09:59 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  The Mayor of London said there will be more police on the streets in London today after a suicide bomber killed at least 22 people and wounded 59 at a pop concert by US singer Ariana Grande in Manchester last night.
  
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• Children among dead as death toll rises after Manchester bombing

  23-05-2017 09:53 via yourlocalguardian.co.uk
  
  A suicide bomber has killed 22 people, including children, as an explosion tore through fans leaving a pop concert in Manchester.
  
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• Extra police to patrol streets of Croydon and London after...

  23-05-2017 09:37 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Extra police will be on the streets of Croydon and across London today in the wake of last night's terrorist attack in Manchester.
  At least 22 people were killed when a suicide bomber detonated a device at the Manchester Arena last night (Monday, May 22).Thousands of gig-goers were packed into the venue to see Ariana Grande in concert when the explosion ripped through a foyer between the arena and a train station.This morning the Metropolitan Police tweeted to confirm that they will be...
  
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• Victoria coach station evacuated as police investigate suspect package - latest updates - Croydon Advertiser

  23-05-2017 09:22 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
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  Victoria coach station evacuated as police investigate suspect package - latest updates
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  Victoria coach station in London was evacuated this morning as police investigated after a suspect package was found and reported. A police cordon was temporarily put in place around the coach station during the morning rush hour, next to the major ...and more »
  
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• Victoria coach station evacuated as police investigate suspect...

  23-05-2017 08:55 via croydonadvertiser.co.uk
  
  Victoria coach station in London was evacuated this morning as police investigated after a suspect package was found and reported.A police cordon was temporarily put in place around the coach station during the morning rush hour, next to the major train and Tube stations which hundreds of people from Croydon were using to get to work today (Tuesday, May 23). Buckingham Palace Road and other roads around the station had to be closed off as the Metropolitan Police investigated and made sure a...
  
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