Indoor padel club with 6 courts proposed for Croydon
Plans submitted to convert a Croydon warehouse into a premium indoor padel facility with six courts, a bar, and business lounge. Council decision expected next month.
Plans submitted to convert a Croydon warehouse into a premium indoor padel facility with six courts, a bar, and business lounge. Council decision expected next month.
The 2026 World Sports Photography Awards winners have been unveiled, featuring stunning images from a record-breaking 23,130 entries across 24 sporting categories. Explore the gold-winning shots.
British Transport Police seek man after a woman was sexually assaulted on a Croydon tram in broad daylight. Call 0800 40 50 40 with information.
As the US Supreme Court considers bans on transgender athletes in school sports, five students from California speak out about the joy of participation and the toll of exclusion. Their stories highlight a national battle over LGBTQ+ rights.
A woman is in a stable condition after being stabbed multiple times in South Croydon. Police have cordoned off the scene and are urgently searching for a suspect. Call 101 with information.
Three Democratic Congress members, including Ilhan Omar, were ejected from an ICE detention centre in Minnesota, despite a federal judge's ruling. Read the full report on this controversial obstruction.
Crystal Palace FC has purchased the last private home needed to demolish six houses on Wooderson Close, clearing the path for the long-awaited Selhurst Park Main Stand upgrade. Read the latest on the 34,000-capacity plans.
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A deadly landfill collapse in the Philippines has killed one and left 38 missing under an avalanche of waste. Rescue efforts continue amid toxic air and hazardous conditions.
Trinity School in Shirley, Croydon, has unveiled major expansion plans to welcome girls for the first time, aiming for 1,400 pupils by 2031. Read the full details.
Premier Sports secures rights to broadcast five key Six Nations fixtures in the UK, starting with Scotland vs Italy in February. The deal strengthens its rugby portfolio without affecting free-to-air coverage.
David Haggard sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after fatal collision on Croydon Lane in March 2023. Read the full story.
Passengers on the Brighton Main Line face three weekends of closures in January for essential Network Rail work. Plan ahead for bus replacements affecting Gatwick Airport and East Croydon services.
A woman in her 20s and a baby were hospitalised after a hit-and-run on the A22 Godstone Road in Whyteleafe. Surrey Police appeal for witnesses and footage.
A South London drug dealer has been sentenced to over five years in prison after being stopped for a ticket issue at West Croydon station. Read the full story of the arrest and seizure.
A person has died after being struck by a train at Coulsdon South station in Croydon. British Transport Police confirm the incident is not suspicious. Services were suspended for hours.
A Barnet Council employee has been sentenced for fraud after working two full-time council jobs simultaneously. She must pay £10k compensation. Read the full story.
Green Party's Peter Underwood is running for Croydon Mayor despite criticising the role. He pledges to decentralise power and end decades of two-party dominance. Read his full platform.
A serious two-car collision on London Road, Thornton Heath, has left two men in hospital and two in police custody. The road remains closed for investigation. Read the latest updates.
A major collision has shut the A23 London Road in Thornton Heath, Croydon, causing significant disruption. Three London bus routes are on diversion. Get the latest traffic updates and details here.
From the long-awaited Westfield plans to a new town centre park and Crystal Palace's stadium expansion, discover the major developments shaping Croydon in 2026.
IMG expert Sam Galet reveals the three trends set to dominate sports sponsorship in 2026. Discover how AI, prediction markets, and women's sport will shape deals.
A complete guide to planned roadworks and closures across Croydon in early 2026, affecting major routes like the Flyover and High Street. Plan your journeys.
Police are investigating after a woman in her 40s was found dead at a property in Croydon. The death is being treated as unexpected. Call 101 with information.
Police are investigating the unexpected death of a woman in her 40s found at a Croydon address after a welfare call. Enquiries continue as next of kin are informed.
Plans for a new Purley leisure centre with a 25m pool and over 200 later-living homes have moved forward after the GLA decided not to intervene. Construction could start in 2026.
Relive the most surreal sports stories of 2025. From Donald Trump's golf communique to a fly that sank a birdie and viral mascot scandals, we review a year of unforgettable gaffes and glory.
From F1 glory to football frenzy, discover how photographers captured the year's defining sporting moments. See the skill and split-second decisions behind each iconic image.
Apple's landmark Formula 1 deal, worth $140m annually from 2026, signals a strategic shift in sports broadcasting, prioritising ecosystem engagement over traditional reach. Discover the implications for UK sports.
Croydon Council is considering creating nine new conservation areas to protect local heritage. Residents are invited to have their say on the plans, which would bring extra planning controls.