Eastlondonlines

  • About
  • Contact
Menu
  • Hackney
  • Tower Hamlets
  • Lewisham
  • Croydon
  • News
    • Local News
    • Sports
    • Arts
    • Music
    • Business
    • Education
    • Employment
    • Environment
    • Health
    • Housing
    • Crime
    • Society
    • Transport
  • Coronavirus
    • Community
    • Lockdown lifestyle
    • Covid news
  • Features
    • General Features
    • People
    • Meet The Traders
    • Arts Features
    • Reviews
    • Podcasts
  • Events
    • Twitterboard
    • Upcoming
    • What To Do This Week
    • Summer
  • ELL+

Croydon Archive

Residents fear new greener parking scheme will hit poor hardest

From January 1 drivers with cars that produce more pollution will be charged more to park in Croydon, as part …
by Isabelle Walker/ December 17, 2020/ Croydon/

Croydon Commons debate a ‘political stunt’ says Labour MP

Croydon Labour MP Sarah Jones has attacked a Commons adjounment debate on Croydon Council’s financial crisis as ‘a political stunt.’ …
by Fiona Holland/ December 10, 2020/ Croydon, News, Politics/

‘More consistent support’ needed for local homeless says Big Feed charity

Rough sleepers in Croydon need “100% backing” from the council says Jack Percival, founder of the non-council funded Percy’s Homeless …
by Fiona Holland/ December 10, 2020/ Croydon, Uncategorized/

Nostalgia for the future: Exploring Croydon’s past and present through six buildings

In these virus-stricken times getting outside is, in fact, just what the doctor ordered. If you have exhausted your local …
by Samuel Shaw/ December 9, 2020/ Croydon, Features, General Features/

Croydon seeks private sector developers to fund Purley regeneration scheme

The private sector will have to step in to redevelop Purley Town Centre because Croydon Council cannot afford to pay …
by Isabelle Walker/ December 3, 2020/ Croydon/

Croydon in talks with Government over financial bail out

Croydon council have issued a second Section 114 notice and have said it will continue to do so every 21 …
by Isabelle Walker/ December 3, 2020/ Croydon, Politics, Society/

Hundreds protest as five Croydon libraries threatened with closure

More than 1,000 people have signed a petition to save South Norwood Library from closure since Croydon council proposed cutting …
by Fiona Holland/ December 2, 2020/ Croydon, Education, Local News, News, Society/

Purley pool set to remain shut despite 4,000-strong petition

Purley Pool and Leisure Centre, closed due to the pandemic, is unlikely to reopen because of Croydons financial crisis, despite …
by Niamh Houston/ December 1, 2020/ Croydon, Uncategorized/

Croydon postpones decision on Brick by Brick as top executives are replaced

Two new executives have moved to take over controversial Croydon Council owned housing company Brick by Brick as the councillors …
by Samuel Shaw/ November 30, 2020/ Croydon, Housing, Local News, News/

Rugby foundation launched in memory of police officer shot in Croydon station

A fund raising charity foundation to support grass roots rugby has been launched in memory of Sergeant Matt Ratana, the …
by Fiona Holland/ November 25, 2020/ Crime, Croydon, News, Sports/

Top executives at council housing body ‘to be removed’ down after damning report

The two senior executives of Croydon Councils’ controversial and debt-struck housing offshoot Brick by Brick are expected to leave their …
by Isabelle Walker/ November 23, 2020/ Croydon/
headshot of Hamida Ali on a red background

Tories accuse Croydon leadership of ‘recklessness’ with public money

Despite strong criticism from opposition councillors, Croydon’s extraordinary council meeting voted in favour of the proposed action plan to work …
by Niamh Houston/ November 20, 2020/ Croydon, Lead Stories/

Residents left in the dark over plans to demolish their homes

Residents of the social housing that will be demolished for Crystal Palace’s Selhurst Park stadium expansion have called Croydon council’s …
by Niamh Houston/ November 19, 2020/ Croydon, Housing/

Tories attack shelving of key flood protection projects

The shelving of flood protection measures by Croydon Council in order to cut costs following its declaration of bankruptcy, has …
by Samuel Shaw/ November 19, 2020/ Croydon, Environment, News, News, Politics/

Online outreach is key to tackling hate crime in Croydon, says charity

A strong virtual connection with Croydon’s LGBTQ+ community is needed in order to help reduce hate-crime, a new charity has …
by Fiona Holland/ November 18, 2020/ Community, Coronavirus, Crime, Croydon, Health, News/

Everything you need within a 15 minute walk – the post-pandemic ideal for Croydon

Speedy access to green spaces and “thriving town centres” are essential in a post-pandemic era, say campaigners who are hoping …
by Fiona Holland/ November 17, 2020/ Croydon, Features, General Features, Local News, News, Society, Transport/

Free directory for Croydon’s creatives launched

A free directory has been launched as an “online home” for dozens of creatives across Croydon to showcase their work. …
by Isabelle Walker/ November 13, 2020/ Croydon/

Homes to be demolished for Crystal Palace stadium expansion

Social housing will be demolished to make way for Crystal Palace’s Selhurst Park stadium expansion, Croydon Council confirmed last Thursday. …
by Niamh Houston/ November 12, 2020/ Croydon, Housing, Local News, News/

Campaign group takes legal action over Croydon’s low traffic neighbourhood scheme

A campaign group has taken legal action against Croydon Council over new Low Traffic Neighborhoods in Crystal Palace and South …
by Isabelle Walker/ November 10, 2020/ Croydon, Transport/

Community garden receives award from Royal Horticultural Society

Love Lane Green community garden in South Norwood was awarded a reputable certificate of recognition for their work from the …
by Fiona Holland/ November 10, 2020/ Croydon, Environment, Local News/

Croydon schoolgirl stabbings: Teenage boy charged

A teenage boy has been charged with two separate attacks on schoolgirls in Thornton Heath, Croydon last week. The boy, …
by Isabelle Walker/ November 9, 2020/ Crime, Croydon, Local News/
pic: Robin Barr

Croydon’s photography club boosts members across the UK

Members of a Croydon photography group have spoken out about how it has helped forge community bonds during lockdown. Lenses …
by Tiffany Adepoju/ November 9, 2020/ Community, Croydon, Lockdown lifestyle/

Potent Palace power past Leeds to move up

Crystal Palace produced a clinical attacking performance against Leeds United to win 4-1 at Selhurst Park today (7 November) and move …
by Rainer Brittain-Catlin/ November 7, 2020/ Croydon, News, Sports/

Newcomer Mitchell making his mark at Palace

The breakthrough of Tyrick Mitchell into the Crystal Palace team has gone somewhat under the radar this season, however, his …
by Rainer Brittain-Catlin/ November 5, 2020/ Croydon, News, News, Sports/

Croydon Tram crash inquest delayed until spring 2021

The inquest into the Croydon tram crash that killed a total of seven people has been delayed until spring due …
by Lana Sargeant/ November 5, 2020/ Croydon, Lead Stories, Local News/

Brick by Brick speaks out amidst Croydon Council financial crisis

The Croydon Council-owned building development company at the centre of  a row over huge council debts that have pushed the local …
by Malaurie Accrombessi/ November 4, 2020/ Croydon, Housing, Lead Stories, News/

Environmental campaigners face jury trial over alleged attacks on charity HQs

Environmental campaigners are to face crown court trials after a series of charity buildings were targeted and vandalised with paint, …
by Claudia Rivas/ November 4, 2020/ Croydon, News/
Fireworks

Bonfire Night at home – our lockdown guide to enjoying the 5 November

With another lockdown starting on November 5, many Bonfire Night get-togethers have had to be cancelled. Larger events had already …
by Grace Higgins/ November 4, 2020/ Coronavirus, Croydon, Features, General Features, Hackney, Lewisham, Lockdown lifestyle, Tower Hamlets/

Croydon bomb scare sees George Street evacuated

Scores of people in Croydon were evacuated yesterday after a suspect package was investigated on George Street around 5.30pm.  The …
by Claudia Rivas/ November 4, 2020/ Croydon, News/

Councils defy government decision to not extend free school meals scheme

Councils in Lewisham, Hackney, Tower Hamlet and Croydon have decided to extend free school meals schemes over the current half …
by Grace Higgins/ October 28, 2020/ Community, Coronavirus, Croydon, Hackney, Lead Stories, Lewisham, News, Tower Hamlets/
Credit: Lenses of Croydon- Robin

Croydon photography group’s fresh take on Macmillan coffee mornings

When a Croydon photography group had to move its activities online due to Covid, they weren’t sure how they were …
by Tiffany Adepoju/ October 27, 2020/ Community, Croydon, Lockdown lifestyle/

Croydon volunteering charity Gig Buddies adapts to offer online support

“It’s been tough for us, as it has for everyone,” says Cherilyn Yeates of charity initiative Gig Buddies. “Our whole …
by Lana Sargeant/ October 21, 2020/ Coronavirus, Croydon, Features, General Features, Society/

Assessing Crystal Palace’s transfer window

With the transfer window shutting on October 5, it is time to analyse the business that Crystal Palace have made …
by Rainer Brittain-Catlin/ October 19, 2020/ Croydon, Sports/

How to celebrate Black History Month

Black History Month honours Afro-Caribbean history and heritage and tells the stories of a community that is often marginalised. During …
by Malaurie Accrombessi/ October 12, 2020/ Arts Features, Community, Croydon, Events, Hackney, Lewisham, News, Tower Hamlets/

Crystal Palace set for mid June return as provisional date agreed for Project Restart

Crystal palace are set to return to Premier League action on the weekend commencing June 19 after a meeting yesterday …
by Damali George/ June 1, 2020/ Croydon, News, News, Sports/

We need to talk: About life after lockdown

Over the past four weeks, EastLondonLines has examined different aspects of mental health under lockdown that might be causing people …
by Joshua Lamb/ May 30, 2020/ Coronavirus, Croydon, Features, General Features, Health, Lockdown lifestyle/

Residents struggling to pay council tax due to Covid-19 can apply for support

Residents struggling to pay their council tax bills as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic can apply for support from …
by Georgia Saunders/ May 27, 2020/ Coronavirus, Croydon, Local News, News, News/
Palace training

Crystal Palace return to training after new safety measures announced

Crystal Palace returned to small group training on Tuesday May 15 in the first major step towards a return to …
by Damali George/ May 20, 2020/ Croydon, News, Sports/
homemade facemasks

Croydon baker shares home-made facemasks tips

A local Croydon baker has shared a step-by-step tutorial for making face-masks in the light of government guidance that they …
by Candela Orobitg-Baena/ May 18, 2020/ Community, Coronavirus, Croydon, Lockdown lifestyle/

Croydon community-led online radio service awarded FM licence

An online community radio station in Croydon was celebrating this week after gaining an official FM radio licence from Ofcom …
by Georgia Saunders/ May 18, 2020/ Croydon, Local News, Music, News, News/
  • Previous

ELL On Social Media

Popular Posts

    Latest Tweets

    Tweets by @eastlondonlines

    Meta

    • Log in
    • Entries feed
    • Comments feed
    • WordPress.org

    Eastlondonlines

    Eastlondonlines Copyright © 2021.
    ©East London Lines 2015
    This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Accept Read More
    Privacy & Cookies Policy

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled

    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

    Non-necessary

    Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.