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Changes at old Sevington Homebase store

The owners of Ashford's former Homebase store have applied for permission to demolish its garden centre extension.

Alpacas mauled to death by rampaging terriers

A police investigation has begun after two Staffordshire bull terriers killed prized alpacas as they grazed in their field.

Valuable statues stolen from Wye

A pair of 18th century marble figures were stolen from Olantigh Gardens at Wye near Ashford

Norman the cat rises from the dead

A family held a funeral service for their pet cat Norman and 'buried' him in the garden - before he turned up for breakfast the next day.

Plans submitted to demolish former Homebase structures

Owners of the building formerly occupied by Homebase have applied for permission to demolish the garden centre structures on the Ashford site.

BAFTA joy for ex-Ashford schoolboy Alex

Former Norton Knatchbull pupil Alex Brooker has collected a BAFTA for Channel 4's coverage of the London 2012 Paralympics.

Councillor calls for safety measures after crash

Borough councillor Chris Clark wants the speed limit in Beaver Lane reduced to 20mph after a 16-year-old boy was hit by a car last Tuesday.

Chance to view new flats at former Charter House

Potential home buyers can take a first look this weekend at the new apartments being created inside the landmark Charter House.

Weight-loss star aiming to inspire more slimmers

An office worker from Ashford has set up a slimming group after losing an amazing five and half stone in weight.

Man assaulted in 'race attack'

A 21-year-old man was left with cuts and bruises to his face after being assaulted outside an Indian takeaway

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