frontpage

Site navigation

Croydon tram crash could have been caused by faulty traffic lights, report says

CRASH: The tram came to rest in George Street, and a blue tent was erected where Andrzej Karcz fell from the bus

The fatal bus and tram crash in central Croydon could have been caused by a broken traffic light casing and changed phasings, an official report suggests.

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) issued a report today confirming the bus driver DID jump a red light just before crashing into the tram at the junction of George Street...

Comment on this story Pictures


Flood closes New Addington bank

FLOODED: Lloyds TSB was forced to close because of severe water damage

The Central Parade branch of Lloyds TSB bank was forced to close its doors to customers this week due to "severe water damage". It is...

Comment on this story

Addington High cautious over future plans

CAUTIOUS: Addington High headteacher Tim Davies wants more information on how proposed changes could affect his school

Addington High's headteacher is calling for more information over proposed changes that will drastically affect the future of the schoo...

Comment on this story

Croydon could lose yet another high street name

CONFIDENT:  Allders director Max Menon is optimistic a buyer will be found for Viyella

More misery has been heaped on Croydon traders with the news that clothing brand Viyella has gone into administration. The company,...

Comment on this story

South Norwood flats plan set for approval

Another plan to build flats in South Norwood is to be considered by Croydon Council tonight. A proposal to create 14 two-bedroom flats at 1 to 9 South Norwood Hill, opposite Cumberlow...

Comment on this story

Special night in memory of Croydon mayor

REMEMBERED: Cllr Jonathan Driver

A tribute night will be held at the end of January in memory of the mayor. The Cause2000, one of his two chosen mayoral charities, had...

Comment on this story

Customers boycott charity over Caterham hospice closure

FURIOUS: Richard Holloway with the empty collection boxes  Photo No: RSMkw070109

A charity which plans to close a much-loved hospice is being boycotted by furious residents. Dozens of angry shoppers have been snubbin...

Comment on this story

Valley Park Croydon among axed M&S stores

CLOSING: The Valley Park Marks and Spencers  Photo No: CCRdb070109D04 by David Berman

The Valley Park branch of Marks and Spencer is set to close with the loss of 68 jobs as the troubled retail giant shuts stores across...

Comment on this story

Croydon police to investigate happy slapping attack

ON THE RAMPAGE: This image from the video shows the youth walking along Brighton Road

A shocking "happy slapping" attack in Coulsdon's high street posted on the internet has sparked a police investigation. After the Adver...

Comment on this story





News From Your Area Norbury Upper Norwood South Norwood Selhurst Addiscombe Shirley New Addington Forestdale Kenley Caterham Coulsdon Purley Selsdon Sanderstead South Croydon Waddon East Croydon West Croydon Thornton Heath




Exclusive: Warnock considering McSheffrey swoop

Palace are contemplating joining Coventry City in the race for Birmingham forward Gary McSheffrey, the Advertiser can reveal.
The Palace boss has been forced to rethink his transfer options this week after top targets Scott Sinclair and Craig Beattie were ruled out of moves to Selhurst Park.
Former Palace central defender Chris Coleman has...

Comment on this story


Two top-flight clubs make Watson contact

Crystal Palace have confirmed two Premier League club's have been in contact over midfielder Ben Watson, one of which is understood to be Middlesbrough.Watson, whose contract expires later...

Comment on this story

I'm bracing myself for Clyne bids, says Warnock

Eagles boss Neil Warnock will be shocked if he receives no Premier League interest in teenage sensation Nathanial Clyne during January.The 17-year-old has been a breath of fresh air since...

Comment on this story

Exclusive: Griffit released by Palace

Griff

Winger Leandre Griffit has been released by Crystal Palace, the Advertiser can reveal.Griffit signed a six-month deal in August after...

Comment on this story

Butterfield: It'll be hard to hold on to Clyne

Butterfield

Versatile Danny Butterfield admits he has a major fight on his hands to regain the right-back spot due to the emergence of academy...

Comment on this story





 

Other services




 

Traffic & Travel

The current traffic & travel situation across the region.




 

Weather

cloudy
High:5°C | 41°F
Low:-3°C | 26°F
Outlook:cloudy



Have your say

Parkling prices are being cut in Croydon over Christmas. Will this encourage you to shop locally?


   

Christmas Cards

Christmas Card promo box copy

View all the entires in this years Christmas Cards competition

Christmas Cards





Katona moment 'most cringeworthy'

Kerry Katona's TV appearance made the UK audience cringe last year

Kerry Katona's erratic appearance on live television has been voted the Most Cringeworthy Moment of last year.

In MSN's Review of 2008 poll, reality TV star Katona's interview on ITV's This Morning, in which she appeared to be slurring and had difficulty following questions, was chosen by 41 per cent of 5,000 voters as the most difficult...

Comment on this story


Jackson renting Bel Air mansion

Michael Jackson is renting in swanky Bel Air

Michael Jackson is back -- in LA, that is. The King of Pop has signed a year-long lease on a mansion in the swanky Bel Air area of the...

Comment on this story

Dark Knight is People's Choice

Christian Bale accepted the award for The Dark Knight

Christian Bale paid tribute to late star Heath Ledger as their film The Dark Knight swept the boards at the People's Choice Awards. The...

Comment on this story

Peter Andre 'forced into cheese'

Pete Andre was unhappy with his last record

Peter Andre has complained that he was "forced down the cheesy route" when he recorded his last album. The singer was catapulted back...

Comment on this story

Queen guitarist to rock theatre fans

Brian May will appear in We Will Rock You

Brian May has promised to appear in Queen musical We Will Rock You - as the show declared: "We are the champions." The musical achieved...

Comment on this story





News In Depth
Read all the latest news in depth:
999 News
Education News
Health News
Business News
Politics News
People News
Who's in Court
Planning





Site navigation

Ancillary Navigation