A grandmother’s coffin has been shattered and one of her murdered grandchildren’s remains allegedly lost by a funeral firm. The incident has heaped misery upon Mary Adekoya, who had hoped to unite her mum, Judith, and her tragic children in one grave at South London Crematorium in Streatham Vale. Croydon – South London News …
Motorists in Crystal Palace will have to show a utility bill to drive into their own street as Wireless Festival descends on the area. A total of 20 roads will be closed off this Friday, Saturday and Sunday (September 10-12). But residents can only drive to their own homes by showing a utility bill – or another document with their name and address on. Croydon – South London News …
A four-year-old girl and her mother have spent almost a year living in a tiny studio flat so damp mushrooms are growing on the wall. Nilza Araujo was placed in the flat in Thornton Heath, Croydon, by Lambeth Council last July. The 24-year-old is from Portugal and has no family in the UK. Croydon – South London News …
Four people have been charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of a teenager in Prentis Road, Streatham on Thursday. The Met said, although formal identification is yet to take place, the family of the deceased has been informed and he has been named as 17-year-old Denardo Samuels-Brooks. Croydon – South London News …
A beloved concert stage, once performed on by Bob Marley, could be restored after hundreds of people back a crowdfunding campaign. The striking outdoor sculptural stage in Crystal Palace Park has been dormant for more than a decade and has fallen into a state of disrepair over recent years. Croydon – South London News …
Four major South London hospital trusts are preparing to give residents vaccinations in the coming days. Croydon – South London News …
Urged by the supporters’ group the Holmesdale Fanatics, fans donated to the food bank instead of paying £14.95 to watch the Eagles’ Premier League game against Fulham on Saturday. Croydon – South London News …