No Southern trains running to and from Sutton this weekend Submitted by daniel on Fri, 31/10/2025 - 05:00 The works will stop trains on Sunday (November 2) only. Trains will run as normal on Saturday (November 1). No Southern trains will run between West Croydon and Epsom Downs, Streatham and Suttonor Epsom via Mitcham Junction Replacement buses will run between West Croydon and Epson Downs via Sutton, calling at all stations. They will also run between Streatham and Epsom via Sutton, calling at Streatham Hill, Streatham Common and all stations via Mitcham Junction. Journey times will be increased when using replacement buses. Read more about No Southern trains running to and from Sutton this weekendAdd new comment
Woodbourne Avenue Streatham murder probe: Man charged Submitted by daniel on Mon, 27/10/2025 - 15:42 Police were called to Woodbourne Avenue on May 16 following the death of 81-year-old Robert Hill. At the time, his death was not believed to be suspicious. However new information then came to light, which led to a murder investigation being launched. David Souttar, 22, of Chelsham Road in Clapham, was charged with murder last Thursday (October 23) after being arrested on October 16. He appeared at Bromley Magistrates’ Court the day after (October 24), where he was remanded into custody. Read more about Woodbourne Avenue Streatham murder probe: Man chargedAdd new comment
Southern trains affected in Croydon and Sutton this week Submitted by daniel on Mon, 20/10/2025 - 17:00 This is due to engineering work and will affect trains from Monday to Thursday (October 20 to October 23). Trains will run as normal on Friday (October 24). We have broken down the details so you can plan ahead. Monday to Thursday (October 20 to October 23): Engineering work is taking place overnight between Streatham and Sutton via Mitcham Junction, closing some lines. The 11.15pm train from Dorking to London Victoria train will be diverted between Sutton and Balham and run non-stop. Read more about Southern trains affected in Croydon and Sutton this weekAdd new comment
Six injured after shootings and stabbings across London Submitted by daniel on Fri, 10/10/2025 - 19:30 The capital has seen bloodshed every day this week between Monday and Friday (October 6 to October 10). This includes knife incidents in Streatham, West Drayton, Kilburn, Waterloo and gun shots fired in New Southgate and Walthamstow. Information about each incident is from the Metropolitan Police and based on what Newsquest London is aware of. Man taken to hospital after stabbing outside Starbucks in Streatham Hill The first incident this week began in Streatham Hill, after a stabbing outside a Starbucks on Monday (October 6) at around 1pm. Read more about Six injured after shootings and stabbings across LondonAdd new comment
Croydon and Wandsworth trains cancelled this weekend Submitted by daniel on Fri, 10/10/2025 - 12:31 Engineering work will affect trains on Saturday and Sunday (October 11 and October 12). Trains will run as normal outside the affected routes. We have broken down all the details for you to plan your journey this weekend. Saturday (October 11): Replacement buses will run between Clapham Junction and Streatham Common, calling at Wandsworth Common and Balham. Trains will run to an amended timetable between Streatham Hill and Sutton via Crystal Palace and Norwood Junction, and between Selhurst and Epsom Downs via West Croydon. Read more about Croydon and Wandsworth trains cancelled this weekendAdd new comment
Streatham Hill stabbing near Starbucks: Suspect on the loose Submitted by daniel on Tue, 07/10/2025 - 11:29 Picture Image A man in his 20s was found injured outside Starbucks in Streatham Hill at around 1pm yesterday (October 6). He was taken to hospital where his injuries were assessed not to be life-changing or threatening. In the latest update, officers confirmed there have still been no arrests. A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: "Around 1pm on Monday, October 6, officers attended Streatham Hill, following reports of a stabbing. “A man, aged in his 20s, was treated at the scene for a stab wound. Read more about Streatham Hill stabbing near Starbucks: Suspect on the looseAdd new comment
Infernos Clapham stalker followed women home from nightclub Submitted by daniel on Tue, 07/10/2025 - 08:00 The two friends were at Infernos in Clapham on April 20 when they were approached by 26-year-old Abdullah Abdullah. Court documents state that after they “rejected” him he followed them around Clapham and then back to their home address. He then shouted at them before they went inside and waited outside their flat for approximately 12 hours to tell them he liked them, court documents state. Abdullah, of Streatham Road in Mitcham, was charged with two counts of stalking without fear, alarm or distress. Read more about Infernos Clapham stalker followed women home from nightclubAdd new comment
Who would south Londoners vote in the next general election? Submitted by daniel on Mon, 06/10/2025 - 17:00 Recent polling data suggests that if voters took to the ballot tomorrow, Reform UK could emerge as the largest party in the House of Commons, making Nigel Farage Prime Minister. Share your view in the Your Local Guardian poll below. In south London, Labour currently holds the majority of seats, including Croydon East, Croydon West, Streatham and Croydon North, Mitcham and Morden, Battersea, Putney, and Tooting. The Conservatives represent Croydon South, while the Liberal Democrats represent Carshalton and Wallington, Richmond Park, and Twickenham. Read more about Who would south Londoners vote in the next general election?Add new comment
Streatham Hill stabbing near Starbucks: Man in hospital Submitted by daniel on Mon, 06/10/2025 - 08:00 The incident happened outside a Starbucks in Streatham Hill at around 1pm today (October 6). Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a man who been stabbed. He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital where his injuries were assessed as non-life-threatening. No arrests have been made but police continue to investigate. A crime scene is in place, near to the Starbucks and a parade of shops. The cordon has been extended since being in place, stretching up to the Superdrug. Read more about Streatham Hill stabbing near Starbucks: Man in hospitalAdd new comment
Streatham actor Declan George Candiani Old Bailey trial Submitted by daniel on Tue, 30/09/2025 - 11:11 Actor Declan George Candiani, 26, from Streatham, is on trial at the Old Bailey after the material was uncovered on his iPhone and iPad after he was stopped by counter-terrorism police at Stansted airport as he attempted to go on holiday to Finland with his girlfriend on August 13 last year. Giving evidence on Monday, September 29, Candiani told jurors he developed an interest in Satanism after he began a theatre studies course at the Brit School of Performing Arts. Read more about Streatham actor Declan George Candiani Old Bailey trialAdd new comment