Urgent search for woman, 61, with Alzheimer’s last seen in South London

Urgent search for woman, 61, with Alzheimer’s last seen in South London

Police are appealing for help to find a 61-year-old woman suffering with Alzheimer’s. Karen, 61, has been missing from South London since 8.30pm last night (Friday, March 11). She was last seen... Read more »
Croydon has lost 113 pubs since 2000 and locals fear town has ‘lost its vibrancy’

Croydon has lost 113 pubs since 2000 and locals fear town has ‘lost its vibrancy’

Croydon has lost 113 pubs across the borough since 2000, and locals fear the town has “lost its vibrancy”. The 31 per cent decline in pubs can be blamed on high property... Read more »
Women in business awarded £50,000 each for their game-changing innovations – South London News

Women in business awarded £50,000 each for their game-changing innovations – South London News

Four female entrepreneurs from South and West London whose businesses cover education, beauty, design and healthcare have been recognised in national awards. Mira Nameth, Elodie Draperi, Reeda El-Saie and Winnie Awa are... Read more »
Make a splash for Diabetes UK by swimming 22 miles – South London News

Make a splash for Diabetes UK by swimming 22 miles – South London News

By Roz Rosenblatt, Diabetes UK Diabetes UK is inviting people to dive into a sponsored swimming challenge that raises vital funds for diabetes research and helps us support people living with the... Read more »
Ukraine war: Croydon MP vows to ‘fight in the streets’ if Russia attacks

Ukraine war: Croydon MP vows to ‘fight in the streets’ if Russia attacks

A Croydon MP has vowed to ‘fight in the streets’ if Russia were to ever attack the South London area. Chris Philp, who represents Croydon South, said that Ukrainians were right to... Read more »
‘Bring in the Army to help get Ukrainian refugees safely into the UK quicker’ says Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey

‘Bring in the Army to help get Ukrainian refugees safely into the UK quicker’ says Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey

The Home Office should mobilise troops to tackle the backlog in visa applications, the leader of the Liberal Democrats has told MyLondon. It comes after criticism of “chaos” as Ukrainian refugees scramble... Read more »
TfL’s fastest bus route which ends up at Winston Churchill’s country retreat in Kent

TfL’s fastest bus route which ends up at Winston Churchill’s country retreat in Kent

Transport for London (TfL)’s 700 route-strong bus network has a solid reputation for frequent, reliable and well connected service. With the capital’s streets more congested than ever, it’s unfortunately also gained a... Read more »
Another Wetherspoons in Croydon shuts forever after 1,000 people tried to save it

Another Wetherspoons in Croydon shuts forever after 1,000 people tried to save it

A popular Croydon pub will close for good despite more than 1,000 people signing a petition to save it. The Skylark in South End will be closing on March 27. Staff at... Read more »
Fly-tipper fined £4k for dumping rubbish across several sites – South London News

Fly-tipper fined £4k for dumping rubbish across several sites – South London News

A fly-tipper has been ordered to pay out a total of almost £4,000 for dumping piles of rubbish across South London. The Environment Agency prosecuted Martin Ward, who was fined £2,400 and... Read more »
Network Rail to upgrade South London tunnel as part of £1.25bn project

Network Rail to upgrade South London tunnel as part of £1.25bn project

Network Rail will shut down the railway between Brixton and Beckenham Junction in South London for nine days this summer as it replaces the tracks through the 2km Penge Tunnel. The £4.55M... Read more »