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Childhood sweethearts celebrate platinum anniversary
22 September 2024An 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
20 September 2024A 22-year-old shoplifter has been jailed after she admitted stealing from major supermarkets.
Decision to recommend closure of care home ‘shameful’
20 September 2024A decision to recommend closure of a care home has been condemned as “shameful and disappointing” by campaigners.
‘It’s unacceptable’: Footage shows refuse worker tipping food waste into recycling bin
20 September 2024The video has sparked outrage but the company behind the bin collection service says it was a “well-intentioned” mistake.
Cutting children’s centre funding shows ‘lack of understanding’
20 September 2024A letter warning of the “negative impact” of cuts to “crucial” children’s centre services has been sent to Kent County Council.
Former mayor and Labour councillor was a ‘one-off’
19 September 2024Tributes 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
19 September 2024An 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
19 September 2024An inventor who has raised £56,000 using converted mobility scooters has been put forward for the Pride of Britain Awards for his fundraising.
Popular inn to focus ‘exclusively on weddings’
18 September 2024A 16th century restaurant and pub has confirmed plans to focus almost exclusively on weddings and events.
Banking hub set for town hit by branch closures
18 September 2024A new one-stop shop for banking is set to launch in a town - despite the idea previously being ruled out.
‘19-month water leak is damaging our reputation’
17 September 2024A garage boss is calling for urgent action to fix a leak after being wrongly blamed for trips and falls outside his business.
Air ambulance called to three-car crash
16 September 2024Several people were injured following a pile-up on a main road.
Hopes ‘hand-me-down’ Christmas lights will create ‘friendly rivalry’
16 September 2024More 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.
McDonald’s denies rumours of new restaurant in Kent
15 September 2024McDonald’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
15 September 2024A dangerous drunk is seeking help for his addiction after waking in a police cell with no memory of attacking officers and carrying a knife.
Mice droppings in the ginger at Indian restaurant
15 September 2024An Indian restaurant has been given a zero-star food hygiene rating after a damning inspection which uncovered mouldy food and an infestation of mice.
Landlord put ‘tenants’ lives at risk’
14 September 2024A 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
13 September 2024A private ambulance driver died after his van drifted into the path of a lorry.
‘4,000 more homes is a disaster for the town’
13 September 2024Plans 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
13 September 2024Plans for a multi-million-pound college extension have been approved by the council.
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