Tenants’ champion leaves legacy of selfless work
One of Croydon’s leading tenant representatives, who had more than 20 years’ experience, has died. Michael Hewlett, of Longheath Gardens, Ashburton, became involved in tenant affairs in 1994 when he responded to a council call [...]
Works to improve South Norwood street scene get under way
Major improvement works that will boost the street scene in South Norwood are now under way. The work programme will firstly focus on Station Road, followed by Market Parade on Portland Road and will help [...]
New year, new tree planting on Croydon’s Streets
As spring approaches the council will once again be planting new trees on streets across the borough. The built-up central part of the north of the borough has been identified as being in particular need. [...]
Plans for Fairfield and College Green go to committee
The plans for Croydon’s new cultural quarter – including the refurbishment of Fairfield Halls – go before the council’s planning committee next week (Thursday 23 February). Enabling works for the ambitious project, which is being [...]
Saatchi Gallery artist adds signature neon flourish to Surrey Street
An artist whose work has featured in the Saatchi gallery has added her signature neon flourish to Croydon’s Surrey Street. Lauren Baker’s quotation design was installed on Surrey Street footbridge yesterday evening. The quote, which [...]
Town’s WWI VC hero to be honoured
Croydon’s only recipient of the Victoria Cross during World War I is to be honoured at a ceremony on Friday (17). The Mayor of Croydon, Councillor Wayne Trakas-Lawlor, will unveil a specially commissioned paving stone [...]
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