Though we have high hopes for an Indian summer, the evidence is there that autumn is looming. Certainly in my garden it's the daily gathering of a seemingly endless supply of apples from just one tree! Time to turn all 'farmers wife' I think!

Whether you can give Lady Gaga or Pavarotti a run for their money, or need to make sure you stand next to someone louder than you, exercising those vocal chords has some surprising health benefits.

Macmillan Cancer Support's biggest fundraising event comes around again next month, giving everybody the opportunity to have some fun, arrange a get together at home, work or school and raise funds for one of the UK's most cherished charities.

However, what if your results aren't what you had hoped? There really is no need to panic - just be prepared and you'll find your journey doesn't end, just takes a different route.

As the track and field events get under way, Croydon has four athletes for whom this moment is the culmination of years of dedication and training. We have no doubt they will do Croydon proud.

From 1st to the 29th August, The Lee Wright Synergy Dance World Memorial Trust is offering a free dance course in memory of the former UK salsa champion who regularly taught in and around Croydon, and dreamt of starting his own dance academy.

Prepare to gather in Lloyd Park, Croydon on the 22nd July for this year’s Race for Life - not just a flagship event for Cancer Research UK but an event brimming with fun, inspiration, support and hope.

Croydon Council Cabinet is preparing to discuss plans to fine residents who fail to recycle their household waste in an effort to save in the region of £200,000 of taxpayers’ money.

There is a much publicised obesity problem in the UK, and Croydon has its fair share of 'chunkies' (including myself). But with so much temptation around it seems unfair to miss out on the goodies. With a bit of thought, that may not be necessary.

What if you could lose weight without changing your eating habits one bit – and no, we're not talking major surgery or boot camp here. What if it was free? What if it was easy? Read on...