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The real story behind enigma of Paper JackThe real story behind enigma of Paper Jack
11:24am Sat 29 Dec 07
Since the Croydon Guardian published a story about Paper Jack last month, the news desk has been inundated with telephone calls, letters and emails from those who remember the area's best-known tramp.
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Survivors of WWII bomb blast recall memoriesSurvivors of WWII bomb blast recall memories
2:41pm Fri 16 Nov 07
Our Heritage story about a World War II bomb blast in Wellesley Road, which killed 17 people, brought memories flooding back for three Croydon residents. KERRY McQUEENEY reports.
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‘Time to bow out’ for ye olde sausage shop‘Time to bow out’ for ye olde sausage shop
3:26pm Mon 24 Sep 07
A much-loved chain of local butchers is facing the chop after more than a century in business.
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Bombs may be falling but, hey...let’s danceBombs may be falling but, hey...let’s dance
11:36am Sun 9 Sep 07
During the dark days of World War II, the Croydon Palais provided a haven for waltzers, jitterbuggers and other dancin’ fools. BRIAN ROOTE looks back to the days of Gloria Gaye, tango and ladies’ ankle competitions.
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The exclusive jewel in the cuisine crownThe exclusive jewel in the cuisine crown
11:05am Fri 31 Aug 07
The Café Royal was the most exclusive restaurant Croydon has ever known. It was part of the social scene for more than 60 years and hosted many top class functions.

Did you work at this factory before WW2?Did you work at this factory before WW2?
10:31am Fri 24 Aug 07
Are you in this photograph? Did you work for the Korect Gauge Company in Croydon when this picture was taken 1938/39?

The Godfather – part 99 is here
1:27pm Thursday 23rd August 2007
Two sisters from Australia are searching for descendants of an Italian ice cream seller who may have escaped the Mafia to start a new life in Croydon.
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Therapy is no longer branded ‘witchcraft’Therapy is no longer branded ‘witchcraft’
1:06pm Sat 11 Aug 07
These days, hypnotherapy, tarot card reading and astrology are subjects many can enjoy at a number of educational centres across the country.

Hangar around
1:09pm Thursday 9th August 2007
Croydon South MP Richard Ottaway has called on English Heritage to re-inspect Croydon Airport Hangar B1.

When dad ruled World of SportWhen dad ruled World of Sport
10:13am Fri 3 Aug 07
Millions of children grow up believing their dads are invincible tough guys, but for Dean Borg this was closer to the truth than most.
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