‘I can’t say I feel 20 but I feel, well, normal’: Former bus conductress turns 100 Submitted by daniel on Tue, 11/06/2024 - 14:10 A former bus conductress celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends last week. Lillian Stromdale, a resident at Mary Holben House in Thrale Road, Streatham, said: “I don’t feel 100, I feel as though I’m cheating! “I can’t say I feel 20 but I feel, well, normal. South London News
Questions, questions: General Election hustings dates (so far) Submitted by daniel on Tue, 11/06/2024 - 08:00 If you have a question to put to an election candidate, or to a political party which is seeking your vote in Croydon, here’s a way you can try to get some answers Inside Croydon
Penny Farthing returned Submitted by daniel on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 12:01 Image Robert Torto has successfully tracked down his beloved Penny Farthing, days after it was taken from out side his favourite barbers on Streatham Hill. Local shopkeepers were very sympathetic to Robert's cause and were able to assist him put him in touch with the thief. Streatham Life
Residents fear loss of last remaining bank and ‘further decline’ of high street Submitted by daniel on Thu, 06/06/2024 - 11:15 Residents are desperate to stop the proposed closure of their NatWest branch which would leave the area without a single bank. The NatWest branch in Norbury is relied upon by the area’s large elderly population, as well as charities and small business owners. South London News
That's a wheelie big theft! Suspected bike thief wheels away penny farthing - as desperate owner begs for its safe return Submitted by daniel on Wed, 05/06/2024 - 17:11 A man has issued a desperate appeal for his beloved penny farthing after it was stolen from outside a hair salon in London. Robert Torto, 44, was getting his hair cut when his Trotts and Son's penny farthing was stolen from a bike rack in Streatham Hill at around 1pm on June 3. Daily Mail
Appeal for return of Penny Farthing Submitted by daniel on Wed, 05/06/2024 - 11:59 Image A local resident has appealed for the return of his Penny Farthing last seen being pushed down Streatham High Road. Robert Torto had his beloved Trott & Sons Penny-Farthing stolen on Streatham Hill. Streatham Life
‘I just want my bike back’: Man searching for penny farthing stolen from Streatham Submitted by daniel on Wed, 05/06/2024 - 08:00 A man is searching for his beloved penny farthing after it was snatched outside a hair salon on Monday afternoon. South London News
Community group granted funding for projects to cut health inequality Submitted by daniel on Tue, 04/06/2024 - 13:50 A community group has been granted council funding for 12 new community projects aimed at reducing health inequality in the area. South London News
New Addington man found guilty of Mitcham fatal shooting Submitted by daniel on Fri, 31/05/2024 - 09:09 In April 2023, 22-year-old Tyrese Miller was shot in the chest at close range. Drug dealer Denzel Kwateng has been cleared of his murder but convicted of manslaughter after the jury deliberated for more than 41 hours. Sutton & Croydon Guardian
Director of Music and Music Outreach vacancy in London and Home Counties Submitted by daniel on Fri, 31/05/2024 - 00:23 St Peter’s Church, Streatham, wishes to appoint a Director of Music/Organist who can lead and develop our music outreach. Salary range £8,500 to £12,000 depending on participation level, skill etc. jobs.churchtimes.co.uk