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Let it snow. December 2009
Its been a busy few days. I have the ‘kids on sledge’ pictures but thought I’d like to share some of my personal favorites from the hours on icy roads, coffee from a flask, stuck in a lane, stalking dear week.
May I also take this opportunity to thank you for visiting the site and hope that you will join me again in the new year when hopefully we can be inspired and supported to take this wobbly multimedia bicycle on a bit more of a ride.
Merry Christmas. may we see peace break out all over.
IPHONE HAPPY VERSION.
Emotional Baggage. A personal view of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp
A more personal view of the trip to Auschwitz. To see better quality photographs please see the soundslide show below. (its Flash)
This version is the highest quality photographs and it is preferable to watch this rather than the UTube version
and this version (below) is for those iPhone users with no support for Flash (poor us)
Charity shop Autumn fashion challenge. October 2009
The challenge for the 5 charity shops was to come up with a stunning Autumn outfit. Here is what they gave us.
Cancer Research, British Heart Foundation, Marie Curie, Oxfam and Scope. Which is your favorite?
Please cast your votes via email.
I am a video journalist. March 2009.
We met up with David Dunkley Gyimah yesterday afternoon to shoot some photos of him. He is a guru when it comes to video delivery on the web. He took time from his busy schedule to spend time with us before jetting off to yet another conference in the US.
(David’s website)
2008 in pictures.
A bit late due to somebody breaking the office. A selection of our photographs that we feel are the reason we love local news. No need to push and shove with the pack, the opportunity to take some time to meet interesting people

Photographs by: David Berman, Danny Fitzpatrick, Paul Martyniuk and Kevin Shaw
George Hoole. Retrospective. December 2008
George Hoole, photographer, has decided to hang up his cameras after 34 years. He started his career in the 1960’s and documented life in and around London for various publications before joining the Advertiser. George suffered a serious stroke 30 years ago but continued his career becoming the Croydon Advertiser archivist. George has been offering us his opinions on the news and our photography for many years. Both a friend and a mentor, he spoke to me about some of his memories and favorite images. Happy retirement George.

Photographs by: David Berman
George Hoole. Retrospective. December 2008. documenting the interview.
George Hoole Bio. The shoot. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Rugby. John Fisher vs Wimbledon College. 5th November 2008 (video)
John Fisher school vs Wimbledon College Daily Mail cup. Under 18’s
RUGBY. John Fisher School vs Wimbledon College. 6th November 2008 from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Credit Crunch. 29th October 2008 (video)
With the recession deepening the only shops that seem to be doing well are ones like this, the 61st 99p store to open in the UK. Many people waited in the cold for this mornings opening in North End Croydon.
Credit Crunch. 29th October 2008 from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Walk in the woods. Croham Hurst. 3rd October 2008. (video)
Join me in a stroll through this lovely wood which has been used by man since Neolithic times. Popular with dog walkers, horse riders and families it really is a haven of green just a short way from the centre of Croydon.
Walk in the woods. Croham Hurst. 3rd Octonber 2008. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
EBar murder. BREAKING NEWS 13th September 2008 (video)
BREAKING NEWS - Teenage boy stabbed to death in South Croydon - Saturday.
EBar murder. BREAKING NEWS from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Oxford choral scholars. 4th September 2008 (video)
Caroline and Ellie are off to Oxford University after winning choral scholarships. Filmed in the chapel of Old Palace School Croydon.
Oxford choral scholars. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Knife crime. Nilanthan Murddi. (video) 21st August 2008
Nilanthan Murddi died on the 16th August 2008. These thoughts are from his Sister Santhiya and cousins Ramya Muraliidaram and Vinisha Mahniuasaghan following the Croydon Advertiser Knife crime conference on Tuesday.
Knife crime. Nilanthan Murddi. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Knife crime. Billy Ward. (video) 21st August 2008
Billy Ward died on the 8th December 2007. These thoughts are from his mother Jenny following the Croydon Advertiser Knife crime conference on Tuesday.
Knife crime. Billy Ward. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Knife crime. Evren Anil. (video) 21st August 2008
Evren Anil died on the 13th August 2007. These thoughts are from his cousin Yasemin Aray following the Croydon Advertiser Knife crime conference on Tuesday.
Knife crime. Evren Anil. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Knife crime. Eugene Attram. (video) 21st August 2008
Eugene Attram died on the 4th November 2006. These thoughts are from his father Isaac following the Croydon Advertiser Knife crime conference on Tuesday.
Knife crime. Eugene Attram. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Knife crime. Gavin Brown. (video) 21st August 2008
Gavin Brown died on the 14th October 2005. These thoughts are from his mother Anita following the Croydon Advertiser Knife crime conference on Tuesday.
Knife crime. Gavin Brown. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
REVIEW. Inspect A Gadget. *2 19th August 2008. (VIDEO)
The second in our new series of gadget reviews
REVIEW Inspect A Gadget. 19th August 2008 from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
West Croydon Murder. **BREAKING NEWS**16th August 2008. (video)
** BREAKING NEWS****
A teenage boy stabbed in the neck during a brawl in Croydon in the early hours of the morning has died.
The boy, believed to be 17 years old, was attacked after a scuffle broke out between six to eight men on Sumner Road near the junction with London Road at about 1.30am this morning.
West Croydon murder. from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Grease to Greece. 16th August 2008
Esther and Andy Pag set off with 9 other cars to drive from London to Greece using only cars powered by vegetable oil or bio-diesel made from used chip fat.
REVISIT. The Croydon Park Hotel Crane collapse June 2007 (VIDEO)
An interview with Daryl Strawbridge. Eyewitness to the Crane collapse at Croydon Park Hotel. June 2007. Daryl was in the park with his girlfriend when he witnessed and photographed this dramatic accident. He recounts his experience with us and we reshow the Soundslide made in the hours following the incident.
REVISIT. The Croydon Park Hotel Crane collapse June 2007 from Sitbonzo on Vimeo.
Fashion Show at Riddlesdown School. May 2008 (video)
Fashion at Riddlesdown School from Sitbonzo on .
The Shoe maker. March 2007
Jane Saunders and Manning Ltd have been making orthopaedic footwear and manufacturing orthoses for 35 years. We have an exclusive behind the scenes tour of their factory in Thornton Heath which supplies most of the south of Englands demand for specailised footwear.
Photographs by: David Berman.
Click on the picture to play. Duration 3:40mins
Cane Hill. 23rd November 2007
We were granted exclusive access to the former Victorian insane asylum at Cane Hill. Since its closure in 1991, the 81 hectare site has been left undisturbed, except for security guards and urban explorers. The buildings are rapidly decaying and redevelopment plans are due to be released next month.
23rd November 2007.
Photographs by: Danny Fitzpatrick / David Berman / contributed.
Click on the picture to play. Duration 2:00mins
“God, it’s so Croydon” David Bowie quote. 14th November 2007
Everybody seems to have been having a go at our poor old town. This week more than ever. Calling it a concrete jungle and comparing it to the worst of Russian architecture of the Soviet era. Well, I’m just not having any of it. I spent the afternoon having a wander about. This is what I saw! I hope you enjoy my tongue in cheek look.
14th November 2007.
Photographs by: David Berman.
Click on the picture to play. Duration 1:30mins
Terry Chaudhry speaks about the sentence passed on his father’s attacker 25th October 2007. IT APPEARS AS THOUGH THE AUDIO ON THIS SHOW MAY ONLY AVALIBLE VIA HEADPHONES. APOLOGIES FOR THIS ERROR.
After being attacked on the tram, Shah Chaudhry lost his sight in one eye. Weeks later he suffered a stroke and now lives in a care home. Following the shock that accompanied his attacker walking free from court, Shah’s son Terry Chaudhry speaks about the sentence.
Photographs by: Fergus Burnett.
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Duration 1:22mins
Sunrise Gathering. Scouts from 25th Purley (St. Mark’s) mark the centenery of the Scouting movement.
28 million Scouts around the world celebrate the 100th Birthday of the organisation by gathering at 8am (local time) to renew their Scout Promise and celebrate the dawn of a new century of scouting. Join us at the 25th Purley (St Mark’s) Scout Group as the gather. Followed of course by a slap up full English breakfast! .
Photographs by: David Berman.
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Duration 2mins
Croydon Harriers Athletics - 20th May 2007
Croydon Harriers National Young Athletes League Meeting at The Croydon Arena.
Photographs by: Ian Stratton
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Duration 2:30 mins
To view more images from this event and order prints go to www.photography365.com or download this show from the itunes Store.
The Sharmanka Travelling Mechanical Circus
The Farrier
Photographs by: Danny Fitzpatrick,
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Duration 2:10mins
The singing lesson.
Happy Birthday Mrs Goddard. 11thMay 2007
Race for Life. Lloyd Park. Sunday 13th May 2007

2,800 women ran Race for Life in Lloyd park, Croydon to raise money for Cancer Research charity.
Photographs by: Ian Stratton and David Berman, click on the picture to play.
Duration 6:08mins
The Kate Moss collection launched 1st May 2007
EXPLOSION. 18th April 207
Photocall for Peter Pan on Ice. 11th April 2007.
The Ice Rink. Tuesday 10th April 2007
The Oracle. Tuesday 10th April 2007
Good Friday procession. 6th April 2007

photos by: David Berman
2min 52sec
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Happy Birthday Mr Clark. 28th March 2007
Wally Clark has just celebrated his 100th birthday
photos by: David Berman
3min
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Footballers Frock Fun
Drinkers from the Cricketers Arms put on some frocks and take part in a fundraising football match.
photos by: Ian Stratton
1min 36sec
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London BreakBeat Orchestra
The London BreakBeat Orchestra visits Old Palace School and gets feet tapping
Photographs by: Danny Fitzpatrick
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1min51sec
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The Boxing Club

Photographs by: Fergus Burnett
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1min47sec
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Sing and Sign Tuesday 8th March 2007

Photographs by: David Berman
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1min 25sec
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The Bouncers
The Bouncers Skipping Club
Photographs by: Danny Fitzpatrick
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Testing 1-2-3, Friday 9th February 2007
Testing 123 – Competition at the Braithwaite Hall, Croydon to find the best unsigned talent in Croydon.
The competition was won by Four Kornerz with punk group Kitty Hudson voted the runners up.
by: Ian Stratton.
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3min40sec
test
Drumming workshop. Thursday 15th February 2007

Forestdale Primary School have a visit from IROKO African theatre company.
by: David Berman
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1min07sec
drumming
The Boxer
Police Community Support Officer Sarah Alderman is in training to continue her unbeaten record.
By: Danny Fitzpatrick.
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1min31sec
Boxer
The Animal hospital. 7th February 2007

The London Wildlife hospital is 10 years old this weekend.
By: David Berman
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2min12sec
wild
The fashion designers. 8th February 2007

Year 10 students at Addington High School prepare for a very special show.
By: David Berman
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1min11sec
fash
The dance school. Monday 29th January 2007

‘Dance With Grace’ dance school may not be able to put on its annual performance
By: David Berman
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2min20sec
dance
Snow. Wednesday 24th January 2007

Photos by:
David Berman, Fergus Burnett, Picture Partnership.
Commentary by: Sarah Bailey
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59sec
snow
Organist. Jeremy Cole.
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At 15 years old Jeremy Cole may be the youngest church organist in the country.
By: David Berman
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1min08sec
organ
Music you can touch.

Beanos record shop has been on the brink of closing for some while. The Advertiser whent to interview owner David Lashmar. He told us of his plans to revitalise this Croydon landmark.
By: David Berman
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1min 44sec
beano
Sharp shooter.
Creating a diamond.
Phillip and Queenie celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary.
4th January 2007
By: Danny Fitzpatrick.
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diamond
The Victorian house.
As pressure for new homes in the South East continues to grow, more and more old housing stock is being demolished to make way for new dwellings.
Charles Brooking manages to recover interesting and historically valuable architectural items. This fine Victorian house in Ewell is just about to be pulled down
By: David Berman
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house
The Jukebox Shop.
Rob Edwards has been selling Jukeboxes for the past 25 years. His shop in Thornton Heath caught my eye as I drove past.
By: David Berman
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4min28sec
jukebox
Mayday hospital kitchen visit.
Morris Men

Ewell St Mary’s Morris Men’s traditional Boxing day parade and performance of the Mummers play in Ewell.
The Mummers play depicts The killing of St George and his resurection.
By: David Berman
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3mins55sec
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