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Childhood sweethearts celebrate platinum anniversary

Childhood sweethearts celebrate platinum anniversary

22 September 2024

An inseparable couple celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary says the secret is to “never go to bed on an argument”.

Serial shoplifter targeted Aldi, Asda, Morrisons and Co-op

Serial shoplifter targeted Aldi, Asda, Morrisons and Co-op

20 September 2024

A 22-year-old shoplifter has been jailed after she admitted stealing from major supermarkets.

Decision to recommend closure of care home ‘shameful’

Decision to recommend closure of care home ‘shameful’

20 September 2024

A decision to recommend closure of a care home has been condemned as “shameful and disappointing” by campaigners.

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‘It’s unacceptable’: Footage shows refuse worker tipping food waste into recycling bin

‘It’s unacceptable’: Footage shows refuse worker tipping food waste into recycling bin

20 September 2024

The video has sparked outrage but the company behind the bin collection service says it was a “well-intentioned” mistake.

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Cutting children’s centre funding shows ‘lack of understanding’

Cutting children’s centre funding shows ‘lack of understanding’

20 September 2024

A letter warning of the “negative impact” of cuts to “crucial” children’s centre services has been sent to Kent County Council.

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Former mayor and Labour councillor was a ‘one-off’

Former mayor and Labour councillor was a ‘one-off’

19 September 2024

Tributes have been paid to a former mayor and long-serving Labour councillor who has been described as a “real gentleman” and a “one-off”.

Sixth person charged after drugs and guns found

Sixth person charged after drugs and guns found

19 September 2024

An investigation which stemmed from police pulling over a vehicle without a front number plate has seen a sixth person charged.

Quirky fundraiser nominated for prestigious award

Quirky fundraiser nominated for prestigious award

19 September 2024

An inventor who has raised £56,000 using converted mobility scooters has been put forward for the Pride of Britain Awards for his fundraising.

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Popular inn to focus ‘exclusively on weddings’

Popular inn to focus ‘exclusively on weddings’

18 September 2024

A 16th century restaurant and pub has confirmed plans to focus almost exclusively on weddings and events.

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Banking hub set for town hit by branch closures

Banking hub set for town hit by branch closures

18 September 2024

A new one-stop shop for banking is set to launch in a town - despite the idea previously being ruled out.

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‘19-month water leak is damaging our reputation’

‘19-month water leak is damaging our reputation’

17 September 2024

A garage boss is calling for urgent action to fix a leak after being wrongly blamed for trips and falls outside his business.

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Air ambulance called to three-car crash

Air ambulance called to three-car crash

16 September 2024

Several people were injured following a pile-up on a main road.

Hopes ‘hand-me-down’ Christmas lights will create ‘friendly rivalry’

Hopes ‘hand-me-down’ Christmas lights will create ‘friendly rivalry’

16 September 2024

More than £17,000 will be spent on installing second-hand Christmas lights for the first time in a bid to boost an area’s economy.

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McDonald’s denies rumours of new restaurant in Kent

McDonald’s denies rumours of new restaurant in Kent

15 September 2024

McDonald’s has denied it has plans to build a new restaurant on an eight-mile stretch of road which already boasts two of its eateries.

Police attacker was so drunk he couldn’t remember committing crimes

Police attacker was so drunk he couldn’t remember committing crimes

15 September 2024

A dangerous drunk is seeking help for his addiction after waking in a police cell with no memory of attacking officers and carrying a knife.

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Mice droppings in the ginger at Indian restaurant

Mice droppings in the ginger at Indian restaurant

15 September 2024

An Indian restaurant has been given a zero-star food hygiene rating after a damning inspection which uncovered mouldy food and an infestation of mice.

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Landlord put ‘tenants’ lives at risk’

Landlord put ‘tenants’ lives at risk’

14 September 2024

A landlord narrowly avoided jail when she appeared in court for failing to maintain gas appliances at a property in the county.

Private ambulance driver killed in crash after drifting into path of lorry

Private ambulance driver killed in crash after drifting into path of lorry

13 September 2024

A private ambulance driver died after his van drifted into the path of a lorry.

‘4,000 more homes is a disaster for the town’

‘4,000 more homes is a disaster for the town’

13 September 2024

Plans to roll out a sprawling network of 4,000 new homes have been labelled “a disaster” capable of “ruining a historic market town”.

College expansion approved as part of seaside town revival

College expansion approved as part of seaside town revival

13 September 2024

Plans for a multi-million-pound college extension have been approved by the council.

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