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GP surgery once named among worst in country rated ‘good’

20 August 2024
GP surgery once named among worst in country rated ‘good’

A GP practice that was put in special measures twice has been rated “good” by the health watchdog.

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Shoplifter posed as Big Issue seller

19 August 2024
Shoplifter posed as Big Issue seller

A woman posing as a Big Issue seller had been shoplifting from stores nearby, say police.

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Sandwich shop owner opens second branch despite arson setback

19 August 2024
Sandwich shop owner opens second branch despite arson setback

The owner of a sandwich shop says customers have helped him launch a second branch after his trailer was set on fire.

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‘One branch for 40,000 people - but still we’re not eligible for banking hub’

17 August 2024
‘One branch for 40,000 people - but still we’re not eligible for banking hub’

A community plagued by bank closures has been told it is not in line for a new initiative designed to make up for the loss of services.

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Casualty taken to hospital after prison incident

16 August 2024
Casualty taken to hospital after prison incident

Several incident response units were called to a prison where a person was in need of medical attention.

‘Massive fireball’ engulfs derelict school

16 August 2024
‘Massive fireball’ engulfs derelict school

Firefighters were sent to fight a huge blaze at a former school site after residents reported seeing thick black smoke billowing into the air.

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Dramatic photo shows graveyard engulfed in flames

16 August 2024
Dramatic photo shows graveyard engulfed in flames

Firefighters were called after a blaze was spotted in a church graveyard.

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Mum-of-three had just 5% chance of surviving cardiac arrest

14 August 2024
Mum-of-three had just 5% chance of surviving cardiac arrest

A mum who had to be shocked 10 times with a defibrillator has been reunited with the ambulance crew that saved her life.

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Tesco cafe faces backlash after going cashless

14 August 2024
Tesco cafe faces backlash after going cashless

Customers say a supermarket cafe has “shot themselves in the foot” following changes which mean people can’t pay with cash.

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Farmer stars in new M&S advert with TV chef

12 August 2024
Farmer stars in new M&S advert with TV chef

A cherry grower is featuring alongside a Michelin-starred chef in a TV advert for a national chain.

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Boy, 4, with tennis ball-sized tumour fights for life

10 August 2024
Boy, 4, with tennis ball-sized tumour fights for life

The heartbroken mum of a toddler who has a rare kidney disease says she is watching him “fight for his life”.

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Dispersal order in town after antisocial behaviour

09 August 2024
Dispersal order in town after antisocial behaviour

Police will have additional powers to tackle disorder in a town centre this weekend.

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Suspected burglar charged after ‘dangerous’ police chase in stolen car

09 August 2024
Suspected burglar charged after ‘dangerous’ police chase in stolen car

A suspected burglar has been charged after driving “dangerously” in a stolen car during a police pursuit.

Primark to open first store in town

09 August 2024
Primark to open first store in town

A multinational fashion retailer is launching its first ever branch in a town’s shopping centre.

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‘Dangerous’ manhole cover causes town centre jams

08 August 2024
‘Dangerous’ manhole cover causes town centre jams

Repairs to a “dangerous” manhole cover are causing delays for drivers heading into a town centre.

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‘Urgent maintenance’ on road after water seen spilling out

07 August 2024
‘Urgent maintenance’ on road after water seen spilling out

Water has been spotted erupting onto a residential street following a “four-day” leak.

‘I've been in war zones but the closest I’ve come to death was a swim at the beach’

06 August 2024
‘I've been in war zones but the closest I’ve come to death was a swim at the beach’

A former Royal Marines Commando who nearly drowned during a swim at the beach had an emotional reunion with the three children who saved his life.

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Major beauty retailer to open first store in Kent

06 August 2024
Major beauty retailer to open first store in Kent

A multinational beauty retailer is set to open its first store at Kent’s largest shopping centre.

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Tributes to former mayor and teacher ‘who did so much and inspired so many’

06 August 2024
Tributes to former mayor and teacher ‘who did so much and inspired so many’

A popular figure, described as a ‘local legend’ who taught thousands of children and represented his community with distinction has died.

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Pick it up! Dog poo highlighted by spray painter in park

03 August 2024
Pick it up! Dog poo highlighted by spray painter in park

A mystery park user has taken the time to highlight the number of dog poop left by their owners.

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