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Explore Croydon's past during open weekend

Sunday, August 24, 2008

Historic Croydon buildings dating from the 13th century will be on display to the public next month.

A rare peep is being offered inside some of the town's fascinating buildings.

These include Airport House on the Purley Way which was one of the first purpose-bui...

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Shirley pub turns back time to attract customers

REFURBISHED: Drinkers enjoy the new look pub

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

A Shirley pub has reopened after a "homely" refurbishment to woo back customers lost during the smoking ban. The Crown, in Wickham Road, now...

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Gymnastic stunts land Alison role as Lara Croft

Saturday, August 16, 2008

The receptionist who has landed the job of playing video game heroine Lara Croft won the role thanks to the moves she learnt at her gymnastics...

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Pervert spared jail for sex attack on pensioner

Monday, August 11, 2008

A pervert has walked free from court despite admitting sexually assaulting a pensioner with severe learning difficulties. Colin Ford, 53, duped...

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Fresh young blood needed for Shirley play

Monday, August 11, 2008

A Shirley drama group is appealing for younger people to sign up in time for their November play. The Shirley Players, who rehearse and perform...

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The Big Interview: George Aldersley of Greenacre Homes

Bucking the trend: George Aldersley, chairman of Greenacre Homes, a company still thriving despite housing market downturn. CCRIS010808C04

Tuesday, August 05, 2008

While many major house building companies are floundering under the pressures of the credit crunch, one of the borough's best established...

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Passers-by save dying dog with the kiss-of-life

Friday, August 01, 2008

A dog nearly strangled to death by his own collar was given the kiss of life and heart massage by passers-by in a dramatic lifesaving...

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Fears of mass exodus of teachers at Edenham High

END OF THE LINE: Jacey Downes has resigned as headteacher of Edenham High School

Friday, August 01, 2008

As many as 14 teachers have quit Edenham High, according to rumours sweeping the school. Last week www.thisiscroydontoday.co.uk reported how...

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Mum says damp Shirley flat has given son bronchitis

IT ISN'T HEALTHY HERE: Jane O'Connor, son Kai and partner Max Quinnell, 21, in their council flat Pic by Ian Stratton

Friday, August 01, 2008

A distressed mum claims her baby has contracted bronchitis after being forced to live in a damp-ridden council flat. Jane O'Connor says...

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Shirley pub hosts fundraising weekend

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

A popular pub is hosting a fun weekend to raise money for St Christopher's Hospice. The action-packed extravaganza at the Shirley Inn, in...

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News from Shirley

Explore Croydon's past during open weekend

Shirley pub turns back time to attract customers

Gymnastic stunts land Alison role as Lara Croft

Pervert spared jail for sex attack on pensioner

Fresh young blood needed for Shirley play

The Big Interview: George Aldersley of Greenacre Homes

Passers-by save dying dog with the kiss-of-life

Fears of mass exodus of teachers at Edenham High

Mum says damp Shirley flat has given son bronchitis

Shirley pub hosts fundraising weekend

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