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Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100Sutton Poundland closing FOR GOOD – and it’s going sooner than you think
A Poundland store in Worcester Park is set to close this month with a final sale underway.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:58:15 +0100LIVE updates as Mitcham Junction road shut for hours after crash
Carshalton Road in MItcham Junction is cordoned by police today (July 2). Follow our blog for live updates.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:22:39 +0100How to secure Whatsapp username as new update rolling out to over 3 billion users
WhatsApp's new feature will mean you can message others without using phone numbers but through username.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:22:09 +0100Tesco announces major change coming to 3,000 UK supermarkets
The scheme will eventually expand to around 3,000 Tesco stores nationwide over the next two years.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:50:48 +0100Major high street chain announces social media return after vanishing in 2021
In 2021, Lush quit Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Snapchat, taking what it called a "firm stand"
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:55:59 +0100LISTED: Popular 89-year-old bakery chain closes across Croydon, Sutton and Surrey
A bakery business dating back to the 1930s has announced the closure of all of its stores, with 14 branches across Croydon, Sutton and Surrey affected.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100‘I went back to Eco Cheam for breakfast – and I can’t decide which menu is better'
When I first visited Eco in Cheam on its opening night, I remember thinking the village had just gained something special.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:33:17 +0100Recap: Road blocked due to emergency services incident in Croydon
Live updates as Cherry Orchard Road in Croydon road is blocked due to an emergency services incident.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:03:59 +0100Wimbledon Morris dancers celebrate 100 years of annual tradition
Greensleeves Morris Men marked their 100th anniversary with a Day of Dance on June 27.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:57:27 +0100Council pledges to help residents find well-paid, meaningful work
Column: Meaningful, fairly paid work is the foundation for so much in life to enable people to financially support themselves.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:41:30 +0100Croydon sea cadets appeal for new volunteers amid exciting changes
Croydon Sea Cadets, based at the Territorial Army barracks on Mitcham Road, is calling on adult volunteers from all backgrounds.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:26:55 +0100Halifax brand to vanish after 173 years as Lloyds confirms major banking overhaul
Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed the Halifax brand will be phased out. Here's what it means for your account, sort code, bank cards, branches and app.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:25:18 +0100Kitchen firm to shut 15 stores around the UK in bid to prevent collapse
Magnet Kitchens has shared it will shut 15 stores around the UK in order to secure the group's future
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0100‘Loving and doting’ Sutton dad dies just months after double cancer diagnosis
A "loving and doting" father has tragically died just months after being diagnosed with stomach and liver cancer.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:41:00 +0100Sutton has over 400 St George’s flags removed – what do residents think?
Over 400 St George’s flags were removed from Sutton Council in just one year, but what do the borough’s residents think?
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:33:12 +0100Woman rushed to major trauma centre with serious injuries after being hit by train
A woman was hospitalised with 'life-threatening' injuries after being hit by a train at Belmont Railway Station, causing major delays to Southern Railway services on Monday.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:04:01 +0100Person in hospital with life-threatening injuries found on Sutton railway tracks
A person is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after being found on railway tracks in Sutton.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:53:50 +0100Sutton and Croydon Southern trains affected this week by engineering works
Several Croydon and Sutton Southern trains will be affected this week due to engineering work.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:26:22 +0100M&S brings back school uniform sale - exact date to beat the back to school rush
Marks & Spencer is launching 20% off its entire school uniform range from July 2, in one of the biggest school uniform discounts of the summer.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:17:10 +0100Van driver says he was blamed for motorway crash due to 'white van man' stereotype
Michael Hill feared he faced a costly blame battle until dashcam footage showed another motorist cut in front of him moments before an A12 crash.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:37:44 +0100EastEnders star was close to 'nervous breakdown' as daughter rushed to hospital again
EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy said her nine-year-old daughter has broken her arm for a third time, just eight weeks after having metal removed from it.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0100Comedian Joe Lycett to open his own pub as part of brand new Channel 4 series
Comedian Joe Lycett is set to open his own pub as part of a new Channel 4 series.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:47:58 +0100Notorious EastEnders villain returns to BBC soap in shock twist to fans
EastEnders villain Grey Atkins will return to the BBC soap for a short stint.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0100The Sutton secondary schools that most families put down as their first choice
New figures show which secondary schools in Sutton were most popular with families applying for places for the 2026-27 school year.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:23:16 +0100Croydon hospital: Shocking report reveals patients waiting over FIVE days in A&E
Croydon University Hospital has come under fire after a shock visit by the CQC found it is still in breach of legal regulations over the use of ‘corridor care’.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:35:45 +0100Cable theft causes delays and cancellations to King's Cross trains
Train delays and cancellations hit King’s Cross after signalling cable theft near Newark Northgate. LNER and Grand Central services affected; check latest travel updates.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:44:15 +0100Sutton-born star of The Good Life Dame Penelope Keith dies aged 86
Dame Penelope Keith, star of The Good Life and To the Manor Born, has died aged 86 at her Surrey home. The BAFTA-winning British actress had cancer.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:45:55 +0100Ambulance service records busiest day in its history
On Friday (June 26) a total of 8,869 emergency 999 calls were taken, with more than 500 calls per hour between 6pm and midnight.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:27:10 +0100Cllr Gareth Roberts - Burnham's Mayoral power grab
Cllr Gareth Roberts - Andy Burnham has only just returned to Westminster and already I’m beginning to get a sinking feeling about what it will look like.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:17:34 +0100Croydon backyard tree faces drastic measures beyond routine trim
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Croydon Council.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:08:17 +0100Terraced houses near Sutton town centre could become a children's home
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Sutton Council over the past week.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:07:59 +0100TfL wildflower verge project doubles to equivalent of 72 football pitches
Transport for London (TfL) has doubled the area of wildflower verges on its land to 520,000 square metres across the capital.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:45:00 +0100Wimbledon drink prices revealed - what you'll pay for Pimms, pints and more in 2026
Drink prices have been revealed for Wimbledon 2026 - see what you'll be paying for drinks including beer, Pimms, wine and spirits.
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:23:30 +0100The Good Life star and TV presenter Dame Penelope Keith dies aged 86
Dame Penelope Keith, who was known for her work on The Good Life and To the Manor Born, has died at the age of 86
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:21:07 +0100Tributes to ‘thoughtful’ south London headteacher who died after decades as leader
Tributes have been paid to a “dedicated” headteacher of a Southwark school for 35 years who has died.
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:12:40 +0100Hunt for suspects after ‘men in balaclavas try to break into Wandsworth home’
Police are hunting for suspects after reports of two men masked with balaclavas trying to break into a home on Routh Road in Wandsworth.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:38:46 +0100Flowers laid for girl, 3, found dead after 'concerns for safety'
The first flowers have been laid outside a building in Chertsey following the death of a three-year-old girl.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:50:49 +0100Three-year-old girl found dead in suspected 'family setting' incident
A murder investigation has been launched after a child’s body was discovered in Chertsey earlier this evening (25 June).
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:50:13 +0100RECAP after 'murder' probe launched after girl, 3, found dead at property
A 'murder' investigation has been launched following the death of a three-year-old girl in Chertsey.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:16:55 +0100Man arrested on suspicion of murder after girl, 3, found dead at property
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a three-year-old girl was found dead at a property in Chertsey.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:27:16 +0100Plans in Kingston area include two storey extension and loft conversion
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Kingston Upon Thames Council this week (June 26).
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:42:51 +0100The biggest hotel guest faux pas have been revealed
The biggest hotel guest faux pas have been revealed - including jumping the breakfast buffet queue, washing undergarments in kettles and stealing from rooms.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:40:38 +0100A third of renters are facing a 35-year slog to get on the property ladder
A third of renters are saving £100 a month or less and face a 35-year slog to get on the property ladder – with the goalposts moving if house prices climb.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:37:33 +0100One in six adults feel the summer never quite lives up to expectations
One in six adults feel summer never quite lives up to expectations - despite it still being the nation’s favourite season.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:35:39 +0100Bill payers face a £221 bill hike if they fail to switch to a fixed energy tariff
Bill payers could face a £221 bill hike if they fail to switch to a fixed energy tariff in the next seven days.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:57:33 +0100Oscar-nominated Hollywood movie star who acted with Joan Crawford dies aged 98
The Oscar-nominated Ann Blyth, who appeared alongside Joan Crawford in Mildred Pierece, has died aged 98.
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Record-breaking June heatwave would be 'virtually impossible' in 1976, scientists say
The recent heatwave that has shattered records has intensified warnings about the pace and impact of climate change across Europe.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:56:16 +0100Waitrose and M&S to shut down for MONTHS near busy Clapham station
Locals have shared their frustration as two major supermarket chains are set to close their stores at the same time for around eight to nine weeks.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:43:08 +0100Water supply disruption hits Thornton Heath and Streatham during hot weather
Residents in South London are experiencing low water pressure and supply disruption amid scorching temperatures.
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0100Waitrose and M&S to shut down for MONTHS near busy Clapham station
Locals have shared their frustration as two major supermarket chains are set to close their stores at the same time for around eight to nine weeks.