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Filthy beach cleared of litter by prisoners

11 October 2013
 Filthy beach cleared of litter by prisoners

A stretch of beach which was branded a disgrace has been cleaned up by a team of prisoners who are giving something back to the community.

Top award for commitment to life saving

10 October 2013
Top award for commitment to life saving

A grandad has been recognised for his hard work and dedication to life saving and swimming.

Dad wins £6m payout after horror crash

09 October 2013
Dad wins £6m payout after horror crash

A young father seriously hurt and left needing 24-hour care after being knocked down by a car has been awarded £6.1million in compensation.

Docks star in action-packed TV advert

09 October 2013
Docks star in action-packed TV advert

A fast-paced car chase TV advert for Audi with the backdrop of Kent docks has taken the internet by storm.

Dedication pays off with gold award

07 October 2013
Dedication pays off with gold award

The managing director of a Sheppey firm has been recognised for his hard work and dedication.

Photos capture bygone industry

07 October 2013
Photos capture bygone industry

A keen photographer and former dock worker is exhibiting some of his work.

Campaign to help you stop smoking

06 October 2013
Campaign to help you stop smoking

Smokers in Swale are being encouraged to quit as part of a national drive as figures reveal one in five adults in the borough regularly light up.

Fundraiser was a piece of cake

06 October 2013
Fundraiser was a piece of cake

Red velvet, lemon drizzle and Victoria sponges were among the homemade cakes on offer at a fundraiser.

Schools receive museum treasure chests

05 October 2013
Schools receive museum treasure chests

Hoards of artefacts telling the story of Sheppey’s past have been given to primary school children to help them learn about their home.

Town history remembered in every page

05 October 2013
Town history remembered in every page

A book about the history of a Sheppey town has been finished by members of a charity after a labour of love lasting more than three years.

Red show for church anniversary

04 October 2013
Red show for church anniversary

A church was filled with displays of red flowers to celebrate its 40th anniversary.

Gardeners celebrate Minster in Bloom wins

03 October 2013
Gardeners celebrate Minster in Bloom wins

This year’s Minster in Bloom contest has been described as the best ever.

Gypsy home refusal is welcomed

03 October 2013
Gypsy home refusal is welcomed

A councillor says it’s ‘bonkers’ gypsies have been given a year to move after their application for planning permission was refused.

'I hope arsonists have learned lesson'

02 October 2013
'I hope arsonists have learned lesson'

A woman who cheated death when arsonists struck at a block of flats has spoken of her disappointment as police release three suspects without charge.

Mum finds venomous 'false widow' spider hanging from ceiling

02 October 2013
Mum finds venomous 'false widow' spider hanging from ceiling

A mother was shocked to find what experts believe could be one of Britain's most venomous spiders hanging from a ceiling at her home.

Decision-maker seeks views on cuts to children’s centres

30 September 2013
Decision-maker seeks views on cuts to children’s centres

Islanders have until Friday to give their views about a planned shake-up of children’s centres.

Last chance to have say on new parish councils

30 September 2013
Last chance to have say on new parish councils

Only 104 people in the whole borough have had their say about the possible creation of new parish and town councils.

Knitters’ gifts for the homeless

28 September 2013
Knitters’ gifts for the homeless

Dozens of hats, gloves, scarves and mittens have been donated to charity by a group of keen craftswomen.

Beavers need recruits!

27 September 2013
Beavers need recruits!

The leader of a new beaver group is hoping more youngsters will sign up.

Wetherspoon’s planned on site of old electrical shop

25 September 2013
Wetherspoon’s planned on site of old electrical shop

National pub chain Wetherspoon has confirmed it has bought an empty shop in Sheerness and hopes to create 40 jobs in the town.

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