Croydon Council restarts recovery of unpaid council tax from benefit claimants Croydon Council is bringing back measures to chase unpaid council tax from some of the borough’s poorest residents after enforcement … by Ray Bonsall/ October 30, 2023/ Croydon, News/
Man charged with murder of Justin Henry after his disappearance in Croydon A man has been charged with the murder of Justin Henry after his disappearance in Croydon two weeks ago. Justin … by Kamilla Abuziarova/ October 27, 2023/ Croydon, News/
Police launch murder investigation after Croydon man goes missing Police have launched a murder investigation following the disappearance of Justin Henry, who was last seen in Croydon on October … by Selin Oztuncman/ October 25, 2023/ Crime, Croydon, News/
Met officer under criminal investigation over wrongful fare evasion arrest in Croydon A Metropolitan Police officer is under criminal investigation for alleged racially aggravated assault and false imprisonment after a black woman … by Memphis Lin/ October 24, 2023/ Croydon, News/
First Blue Plaques for women in Croydon honour two suffragettes Ethel Fennings and Mary Pearson have become the first two women ever to be commemorated on blue plaques in Croydon. … by Memphis Lin/ October 24, 2023/ Croydon, Events, Local News, News/
Israel-Palestine: Protests around London as violence escalates in Middle East Multiple rallies took place across the capital this weekend after a two-week Israeli bombing campaign in Gaza in response to … by Imogen Adam/ October 23, 2023/ Croydon, Lead Stories, News, People, Politics, Society, Tower Hamlets/
South London man is missing, last seen in Croydon Met Police revealed 34-year-old Justin Henry was last seen in Croydon on October 15- before being reported missing the next day. Henry was … by Selin Oztuncman/ October 23, 2023/ Crime, Croydon, Local News, News/
Ukrainian Symphony Orchestra perform at Fairfield Halls in first UK tour for 20 years The Ukrainian Symphony Orchestra took to the stage of Fairfield Halls in Croydon on Wednesday night to perform part of … by Ray Bonsall/ October 19, 2023/ Arts, Croydon, Music, News/
“We do it for the love of Croydon” Julia Woollams, an independent graphic designer by trade, and Angela Martin, the lead singer of disco-pop band Bugeye, are a … by Selin Oztuncman/ October 19, 2023/ Arts Features, Croydon, Features, People/
Government financial intervention panel announce plans to leave Croydon by July 2025 A government appointed financial watchdog has announced it will withdraw from Croydon by July 2025, saying the council, which has … by Ray Bonsall/ October 18, 2023/ Croydon, News/
Croydon proposes five per cent council tax rise for 2024-25 Plans to increase Croydon’s council tax by a total of 4.99 per cent have been announced as part of Croydon … by Ray Bonsall/ October 17, 2023/ Croydon, News, Politics, Uncategorized/
Croydon’s Maintained Nursery Schools may face closure Five council-run nurseries are facing closure or mergers as some of them are said to be running at a cumulative … by Selin Oztuncman/ October 17, 2023/ Croydon, Education, Local News, News/
Croydon Hospital workers vote to take strike action Outsourced porters and domestic workers at Croydon University Hospital have announced a 48-hour strike planned for the end of October. … by Selin Oztuncman/ October 11, 2023/ Croydon, Lead Stories, News/
Croydon’s Caribbean Influencers exhibition displayed at National Portrait Gallery An exhibition telling the stories of Croydon’s Caribbean community has gone on display at the National Portrait Gallery this week … by Ray Bonsall/ October 10, 2023/ Arts, Croydon, Events, Lead Stories/
Candlelit vigil for Elianne Andam: Thousands gather in Croydon to honour the life of 15-year-old stabbing victim Thousands gathered in Croydon to hold a vigil for Elianne, the 15-year-old girl who was brutally stabbed outside Whitgift Shopping … by Memphis Lin/ October 5, 2023/ Crime, Croydon, Lead Stories, News/
What’s On this month: Celebrating Black History Month across the boroughs October is Black History Month – a time to celebrate Black cultural heritage, African and Caribbean history and recognise the … by Alexander Entwistle/ October 5, 2023/ Croydon, Events, Hackney, Lead Stories, Lewisham, Society, Tower Hamlets, Upcoming, What To Do This Week/
‘When I’m writing I’m pulling on elements of Croydon and South London’ Croydon-based writer and performer Jeremiah 'Sugar J' Brown explains how he found his way in the London spoken word scene … by Annabel Martin/ April 26, 2023/ Arts Features, Croydon, Features, Lead Stories/
A decade since ‘I do’: celebrating same-sex marriage in London This week we are celebrating 10 years since the passing of the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act. We explore its … by ELL Admin/ April 13, 2023/ Croydon, Features, General Features, Hackney, Lead Stories, Lewisham, Tower Hamlets/
Church bells ringing out for same-sex marriage … at last Some religious establishments have flung open their doors to same-sex couples hoping to get married under the eyes of god, … by Edward Holt/ April 13, 2023/ Croydon, Features, General Features, Hackney, Lead Stories/
The Eastlondonlines Gay Wedding Directory Need a LGBTQ+ friendly photographer? A designer dress? A triple-layered rainbow cake? This exclusive local directory has everything you need … by ELL Admin/ April 11, 2023/ Business, Community, Croydon, Features, Hackney, Lead Stories, Lewisham, Tower Hamlets/
A local twitcher’s guide to birdwatching in London Naturalist Howard Vaughan tells ELL why there is no better way to connect with nature - and how you can … by Isabel Jackson/ April 6, 2023/ Croydon, Features, Hackney, Lead Stories, Lewisham, Tower Hamlets/
Step into spring with our favourite Eastlondonlines parks Dog walking, jogging or picnics, this definitive guide rounds up the best parks for you by Rebecca Robinson/ April 4, 2023/ Croydon, Environment, Hackney, Lead Stories, Lewisham, Summer, Tower Hamlets/
NatureELL: green space in the city Now spring has sprung, there is no better time to make the most of your local green spaces. Spending time … by Isabel Jackson/ April 4, 2023/ Croydon, Features, Hackney, Lead Stories, Lewisham, Tower Hamlets/
New ‘Superloop’ bus service proposed for outer London boroughs after ULEZ controversy Plans for a new express bus service covering London’s outer boroughs has been announced by TFL after plans to expand … by Ray Bonsall/ March 30, 2023/ Croydon/
Croydon libraries to end partnership with LGBTQ+ hate crime service An LGBTQ+ hate crime service is to leave Croydon on March 31 after the council cut its funding after three … by Memphis Lin/ March 28, 2023/ Croydon, News/
Petition launched to urge support for people facing high energy bills in Croydon A new petition has been launched by two NGOs, Croydon Community Energy and Croydon Climate Action, calling on local MPs … by Memphis Lin/ March 28, 2023/ Croydon, Data, News/
How Ria Patel becomes Croydon’s youngest councillor at the age of 20 Ria Patel, Croydon’s youngest councillor at the age of 20, never imagined she would be in politics when she was … by Selin Oztuncman/ March 28, 2023/ Croydon, Features, People/
Composer Tarik O’Regan: ‘Art and creativity are fundamental parts of any city’s economy’ Tarik O’Regan is a proud Croydonian and award-winning classical composer. His work with Croydon as this year’s London’s Borough of … by Ray Bonsall/ March 24, 2023/ Croydon, Features/
Four stabbings in three days in central Croydon Four teenagers were stabbed and four arrested in the span of three days in Croydon. The first incident took place … by Selin Oztuncman/ March 22, 2023/ Crime, Croydon, News/
Asylum seekers in Croydon denied access to local food banks Several food banks in Croydon are refusing to serve asylum seekers, saying they have access to food in their accommodation. … by Memphis Lin/ March 18, 2023/ Croydon, Lead Stories/
Percy’s Homeless Hub: the charity helping Croydon’s homeless one hot meal at a time. Ed Holt speaks to Jack Percival – the founder of the Croydon-based charity Percy’s Homeless Hub – about the community … by ELL Admin/ March 17, 2023/ Croydon, Features, People/
Cab driver sentenced to 13 years for rape at Croydon Crown Court A cab driver was sentenced to 13 years in prison and a further seven years on his license for rape … by Selin Oztuncman/ March 17, 2023/ Crime, Croydon, News/
Coronation celebration: When are deadlines for council funding? Residents in Croydon, Hackney and Lewisham have between two days and three weeks to apply for council funding for their … by Molly Smith/ March 17, 2023/ Croydon, Hackney, Lewisham, Local News, News, Tower Hamlets/
Croydon Borough of Culture events to feature Ukraine’s National Symphony Orchestra Croydon has announced its first line up of performances as it prepares for a year of cultural events, including the … by Ray Bonsall/ March 14, 2023/ Arts, Croydon, Music/
Croydon records highest number of violent offences Croydon saw the highest number of violent offences since the start of 2023 amongst all Greater London boroughs, according to … by Selin Oztuncman/ March 14, 2023/ Crime, Croydon, Data, News/
Croydon raises council tax by 15% A controversial 15% council tax rise has been approved by Croydon Council after a unanimous vote by Conservative councillors. The … by Ray Bonsall/ March 10, 2023/ Croydon, Local News/
Croydon A&E reopens after fire causes 100 patient evacuation The emergency department of Croydon’s biggest hospital has reopened after a fire on March 5 caused nearly 100 patients to … by Ray Bonsall/ March 7, 2023/ Croydon, News/
Metal detector at Croydon McDonald’s removed By Ray Bonsall & Selin Oztuncman A controversial metal detector installed at a McDonald’s on Croydon’s Church Street has been … by ELL Admin/ March 7, 2023/ Croydon, Lead Stories/
Croydon Mayor’s 15% council tax hike rejected A budget proposed by Mayor Jason Perry failed to pass through the Council late on March 1 due to the … by Ray Bonsall/ March 3, 2023/ Croydon, Lead Stories/
Council tax protest: “It’s our Croydon! Mayor Perry out!” Hundreds of people gathered outside Croydon Town Hall late on March 1 ahead of Croydon Council’s budget meeting to express … by Memphis Lin/ March 3, 2023/ Croydon/