Author: Blake Foster

The shocking attack happened to David Amos on Shirley Church Road on Monday, July 21 at 6pm as he was slowly cycling uphill. Two people on a scooter allegedly crept up behind him without a number plate visible, before the passenger delivered a hard kick to his hip. “I had a boot mark on my jersey as they gave me hell of a whack,” Dave told the News Shopper. Dave, who lives in Shortlands, was left bruised and shaken but otherwise uninjured after the incident. David Amos (pictured). (Image: David Amos)Dave explained: “I was cycling uphill going slowly and I…

Southern and London Overground trains will be severely disrupted this weekend. This is due to planned engineering works on various routes. The disruption will affect routes between East Croydon, Clapham Junction, and Watford Junction, as well as Southern services between London Victoria, Oxted, East Grinstead, London Bridge, East Croydon, and Uckfield. Some lines will be closed, and trains will be replaced by buses, with some services operating on amended timetables. The engineering works will also mean that from approximately 8pm on Saturday, August 2, until the end of the service, and from the start of the service until 12pm on…

The station was shut after reports of a casualty on the track yesterday (July 31) after 6.40pm. Emergency services were at the scene and a person was pronounced dead. The incident is not thought to be suspicious, the British Transport Police has said. All lines – the Thameslink, South Western Railway and District – were disrupted due to the death. Services on the Thameslink began to return to normal from around 8.30pm. The South Western Railway was impacted until quite late into the night. Severe delays lasted on the District line between Edgware Road and Wimbledon for hours too. A…

Getting into central London quickly and reliably is a top priority for commuters across south east London. So, we asked readers of the News Shopper on Facebook: “Which area in south east London has the best transport links to central London?” One area stood out above the rest – Woolwich – with locals praising its impressive range of transport connections. While suggestions spanned several boroughs, Woolwich came out on top thanks to its multiple high-speed options, including the Elizabeth line, DLR, and national rail services. That combination of speed, flexibility, and convenience made it a clear favourite among readers who rely…

We asked readers what they miss most about Sutton. The answers ranged from favourite shops and markets to long-gone cafés and ice cream parlours. There were memories of nightclubs, childhood days out and a quieter, more community-focused place. Here is what people told us they want back: Shops and the changing high street “Having a High Street, that has decent shops again. Not loads of places to eat and drink” “A High Street with a decent variety of shops as well as a butchers, a greengrocer and bakery” “Wilkinsons, Morrisons, BHS and Debenhams” “Morrisons as it was with the café.…

Richmond and Surrey-based artisan company, Made by Adele, was given the accolade at the Guild of Fine Food’s Great Taste Awards, the highest possible rating. The judges, a panel featuring chefs, food critics, writers, and producers, hailed the pistachio, raspberry, and rose cake as “beautiful, decadent, and indulgent.” They added: “It tastes as good as it looks,” and was “an utter delight.” Pistachio, raspberry & rose cake hailed as “utter delight” by expert judges (Image: Adele Hing) Founder Adele Hing’s creation, a pistachio and raspberry sponge cake with raspberry and rose curd and pistachio Swiss meringue buttercream, was one of…

The festival will take place on Sunday, August 31, from 12pm to 7pm, in South Croydon’s vibrant Restaurant Quarter in South End. It will once again celebrate the diverse culture of Croydon through its food, live music, and community spirit. The festival is free to attend and will feature local bands and musicians, as well as traders from Croydon and beyond. The event offers a range of family-friendly activities including face painting, making it an ideal outing for all ages and families. In 2023, the event had 45 stalls to choose from, including 35 food and drink traders, a vibrant representation…

Ricky Champ played Stuart Highway in the BBC show from 2018 to 2022. During his time on the show, the actor was nominated for various awards, including Villain of the Year and Best Newcomer in 2019. Fans of the show had described the exit as “perfect”, although they said at the time they would like to see him return. Football’s not coming home, it’s staying home! Huge congratulations to the @Lionesses from everyone here at #EastEnders. 😀♥️🏆⚽ @BBC @BBCSport @BBCiPlayer pic.twitter.com/KURv6Ffsrw — BBC EastEnders (@bbceastenders) July 28, 2025 BBC EastEnders star Ricky Champ returning to soap According to The Sun, Stuart…

Mark Stavrou, of Sherwood Close, has been charged with 41 counts of theft, two counts of burglary and one count of criminal damage. The 32-year-old was arrested last week Thursday (July 21) in connection with multiple shoplifting offences at supermarkets and petrol stations across Chingford. According to the Metropolitan Police, these incidents occurred between May 10 and July 31. Stavrou will appear at Thames Magistrates’ Court today (August 1). He has previously bene charged with 67 burglary offences and will enter a please next Thursday (August 7) for these at the same court. Source link

From superhero blockbusters and quirky comedies to family animations and Bollywood epics, Vue Bromley’s screens will have something for everyone from August 1–3. Here’s a full list of every film showing across the weekend. Friday, August 1 The Fantastic Four: First Steps: 9.45am, 11.35am, 12.15, 1:45pm, 3:05pm, 3.55pm, 5pm, 5.50pm, 6.50pm, 7.45pm (3D), 8.35pm, 9.25pm, 11.10pm, 12am (Sat) The Bad Guys 2: 9am, 9.30am, 11.20am, 1:30pm, 2.50pm, 4.20pm, 5.20pm, 6.35pm Jurassic World Rebirth: 2.25pm, 9:10pm Superman: 11.50am, 2:10pm, 3.20pm, 6.30pm, 8.30pm, 10.05pm Smurfs: 10.35am, 11:40am, 12.50pm, 4:10pm Saiyaara (Hindi): 11:25pm F1: The Movie: 10:40pm I Know What You Did Last…