Trinity School Croydon expansion plans for girls revealed
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.
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Poet and mother Renee Macklin Good killed by ICE agent
Renee Nicole Macklin Good, a 37-year-old poet and mother of three, was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. A vigil was held as questions mount over her death.
Driver jailed for killing 'larger-than-life' Croydon barber
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.
Brown University shooter planned attack 'for a long time'
US authorities release video transcripts of the suspected Brown University shooter, who admitted planning the campus attack for a long time. Read the latest details on the investigation.
Snowmobiler killed in Sierra Nevada avalanche
A snowmobiler has died after being buried by an avalanche in California's Truckee area. Rescuers warn of further avalanche risk. Read the full report.
Person dies after being hit by train at Croydon station
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.
Croydon crash: Two in hospital, two arrested, road closed
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.
Pensioner dies after being carried on car roof for a mile
A man in his 80s died after being hit by a car and carried on its roof for up to a mile in Gillingham, Kent. Two men have been charged. Read the latest on this tragic road traffic accident.
A23 London Road closed after Thornton Heath crash
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.
Croydon's Biggest Projects Set for 2026 Progress
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.
Australian killed fighting with Ukrainian forces
An Australian man has reportedly died while serving with Ukrainian forces against Russia. The incident highlights the ongoing international involvement in the conflict. Read the full report.
Third arrest after fatal Kent hit-and-run kills man in 80s
A man in his 80s was killed in a hit-and-run involving a Mercedes on the A289 in Gillingham. A third suspect from North London has been arrested. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Tributes to retired midwife killed in Asda car park
Margaret Crichton, 78, died after being hit by a van in an Oldham supermarket car park. Her family remembers a 'beautiful soul' as police investigation continues.
Major Croydon road closures in Jan & Feb 2026
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.
Three arrests after fatal Kent hit-and-run
Three men have been arrested after an elderly man was struck and carried for nearly a mile in a horrific hit-and-run in Gillingham, Kent. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Purley's new leisure centre and homes get GLA green light
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.
Police seek two men after fatal Gillingham car collision
Kent Police release CCTV of two hooded men after a pedestrian was killed in a collision on the A289 in Gillingham. Officers urge witnesses to come forward.
Three police killed in Turkey anti-IS raid
Six militants also dead after Turkish police storm house in Yalova. Interior Minister details nationwide crackdown following the fatal shoot-out. Read the latest.
9 Croydon areas proposed for special conservation status
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.
Gaza ceasefire fails to stop journalist killings
Months after the Israel-Hamas truce, Palestinian journalists in Gaza remain in peril. Over 247 media workers have been killed since 2023, with the UN condemning targeted attacks. Read their harrowing testimonies.
Asylum seekers train for construction jobs in Croydon
Asylum seekers in Croydon are learning vital construction skills to gain employment and leave temporary hotel accommodation. A local initiative provides training and qualifications, fostering integration and hope.
Mitcham workshop gives asylum seekers skills and hope
A community workshop in Mitcham is helping asylum seekers escape hotel isolation by teaching construction skills and offering a path to employment. Discover how this initiative is building futures.
German family stabbed to death on Cape Verde holiday
Three German family members found stabbed on Saint Vincent island. The suspect, a son with a history of psychological disorders, has fled. Read the latest on the investigation.
Dave's Hot Chicken opens new Croydon restaurant
US fast-food chain Dave's Hot Chicken launches its sixth UK location on Croydon High Street, bringing its signature spicy Nashville-style chicken and a competition for free meals for a year.
Teenagers killed in Surrey Tesla crash named
Jake Neaves and Jenson Seal died after a Tesla taxi crashed into a tree in Hurst Green. The driver has been arrested. Police appeal for witnesses.
Croydon drug dealer jailed for nine years
A key county lines drug dealer from Croydon has been sentenced to nine years after police found a firearm wrapped in a scarf. Videos showed him firing an identical weapon.
Three dead in Moscow car explosion, officials say
Two police officers and a civilian are killed in a Moscow car bombing. The incident follows the assassination of a Russian general in a similar attack earlier this week.
Croydon's £600k streetscape upgrades for four areas
Coulsdon, Addiscombe, Norbury and South Croydon to share £600k UKSPF funding for signage, greening and safety works from January 2026. Residents shape the plans.
Guardian Readers Reveal Their Top Albums of 2025
Guardian readers share their favourite albums of 2025, highlighting Clipse's acclaimed rap return, Lily Allen's personal storytelling, and breakthrough acts like Geese. Discover the year's essential listens.
Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Attack
Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov assassinated in southern Moscow. Russia's investigative committee suggests Ukrainian intelligence orchestrated the blast. Read the latest developments.
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