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Road closed after car overturns in icy conditions

Road closed after car overturns in icy conditions

18 January 2023

An icy country road was sealed off by emergency services after a car flipped onto its side.

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Hearse driver stopped by police for talking on mobile phone

Hearse driver stopped by police for talking on mobile phone

18 January 2023

A hearse driver has been caught talking on a mobile phone while at the wheel.

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Neighbour who played loud music told to wear headphones

Neighbour who played loud music told to wear headphones

18 January 2023

A man who played loud music late at night and made countless 999 calls was told by a judge to put some headphones on.

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The basics in your basket with the biggest price rises

The basics in your basket with the biggest price rises

18 January 2023

The cost of buying basic food items such as milk and jam have leapt again and it's the budget supermarkets with the highest overall price rises.

Man dies weeks after funeral savings stolen in burglary

Man dies weeks after funeral savings stolen in burglary

18 January 2023

Tributes are pouring in for a man following his death just weeks after his funeral savings were stolen in a burglary that shocked the community.

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Woman who stole 53 chocolate bars from Co-op jailed over shoplifting spree

Woman who stole 53 chocolate bars from Co-op jailed over shoplifting spree

18 January 2023

A sweet-toothed shoplifter who stole more than £200 of chocolate and whisky was caught after being spotted in a car parked on double yellow lines.

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CCTV image released after pair try to mug man in high street

CCTV image released after pair try to mug man in high street

18 January 2023

A man was left injured after being attacked by a pair of would-be robbers who ordered him to hand over cash.

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'Penguin' spotted walking along seafront

'Penguin' spotted walking along seafront

18 January 2023

Residents have been left stunned at the sight of what appeared to be a penguin on the seafront.

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Changes to MOT tests could bring later dates for drivers

Changes to MOT tests could bring later dates for drivers

18 January 2023

A consultation wants people's views on issues including the future frequency of MOT tests and whether measures are needed to tackle loud engines.

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Pensioner hit with £700 bill for walking with dog off lead

Pensioner hit with £700 bill for walking with dog off lead

18 January 2023

A dog walker was fined after allowing his pet to roam without a lead, despite being warned by a council official.

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Chase and Status to headline huge Kent drum and bass concert

Chase and Status to headline huge Kent drum and bass concert

18 January 2023

DJ duo Chase and Status and jungle music legend Shy FX will perform at the huge summer concert.

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Man found dead near road

Man found dead near road

18 January 2023

Police have confirmed a man in his 50s was found dead after being called to concerns for his welfare.

The unique 50p coins featuring beloved children's characters

The unique 50p coins featuring beloved children's characters

18 January 2023

Winnie the Pooh, who celebrates his official day today, is among the characters to appear on a 50p coin alongside these other very famous faces.

'Wedding venue plans will shatter peace of our village forever'

'Wedding venue plans will shatter peace of our village forever'

18 January 2023

Villagers have spoken out against divisive plans to turn the grounds of an 18th century Grade II*-listed country house into a wedding destination.

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Firefighters seen tackling smoking packages in van

Firefighters seen tackling smoking packages in van

17 January 2023

Fire crews were seen dealing with smoking packages in the back of a van.

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Passenger hurt in row over disabled parking space

Passenger hurt in row over disabled parking space

17 January 2023

A woman was injured after a disagreement between three people over a disabled parking space.

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Airport plan set for take-off after legal challenge fails

Airport plan set for take-off after legal challenge fails

17 January 2023

A second bid to ground plans to reopen an has been rejected by a judge giving clearance for the plans to go-ahead.

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Town centre car park to close for 18 months

Town centre car park to close for 18 months

17 January 2023

A town centre car park will be shut off to drivers for more than a year due to a £10.5m renovation project.

The rise of 'make do and mend'

The rise of 'make do and mend'

17 January 2023

First came TV programmes like the Repair Shop and Great British Sewing Bee and now a UK retailer says haberdashery items are flying from shelves.

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Gritting routes and tip times: The 9 services facing funding cuts

Gritting routes and tip times: The 9 services facing funding cuts

17 January 2023

As councillors consider the budget for the year ahead, we take a look at which frontline services could see cuts to their funding.

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