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Crowds pack out hall to have say on ‘hated’ seafront traffic scheme

30 January 2024
Crowds pack out hall to have say on ‘hated’ seafront traffic scheme

Hundreds of residents have packed out a public meeting to debate a new “Spanish-style” seafront plaza and controversial traffic calming measures.

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Dealer caught with drugs stuffed in his clothing is jailed

30 January 2024
Dealer caught with drugs stuffed in his clothing is jailed

A drug dealer caught red-handed with 50 wraps of class A drugs including ‘crack’ cocaine and heroin hidden in his clothing is now behind bars.

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Vape users welcome ban on disposables – but traders fear impact

29 January 2024
Vape users welcome ban on disposables – but traders fear impact

Government plans to ban disposable e-cigarettes have been welcomed by vapers but businesses fear it’s not the best way of tackling their use by kids.

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Car crashes into police officer in ‘hit-and-run’

29 January 2024
Car crashes into police officer in ‘hit-and-run’

A police officer has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a reported hit-and-run while carrying out speed tests.

UFC star opening fitness centre says ‘gyms just want your money’

28 January 2024
UFC star opening fitness centre says ‘gyms just want your money’

A UFC star is opening a gym and wellness centre next to Kent train station complete with fighting rings, exercise equipment, and a cafe.

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We tried the Kent bowling alley branded ‘worst in the UK’

28 January 2024
We tried the Kent bowling alley branded ‘worst in the UK’

A “health hazard”, “simply dreadful”, “dire” and “an embarrassment” – surely this bowling alley couldn’t be as bad as the Tripadvisor reviews claim.

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‘Diabolical’ or ‘much-needed’? New estate plans split village

25 January 2024
‘Diabolical’ or ‘much-needed’? New estate plans split village

Plans for a new estate with 71 homes have divided villagers, with some calling for much-needed housing while others fear overdevelopment.

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Manhunt after thieves steal Salvador Dali sculpture

23 January 2024
Manhunt after thieves steal Salvador Dali sculpture

The limited edition menorah was snatched from a home along with precious jewels and other valuables.

‘I lost £50,000 to a scam but I’m stronger now for it’

21 January 2024
‘I lost £50,000 to a scam but I’m stronger now for it’

A successful businesswoman whose livelihood was snatched away in a sophisticated £50,000 scam has lifted the lid on her ordeal.

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'Our failing high street is empty - we're going to start a coffee shop'

20 January 2024
'Our failing high street is empty - we're going to start a coffee shop'

A duo have launched a fightback to revive a fading high street by overhauling a former fine-dining restaurant.

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Popular soft play centre to double in size

19 January 2024
Popular soft play centre to double in size

A popular soft play area has announced plans to double in size as it prepares to occupy the unit next door.

High street bakery and cafe permanently closes

19 January 2024
High street bakery and cafe permanently closes

A high street bakery and cafe has closed its doors after more than 10 years in the busy town centre.

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Counterfeit vapes and cigarettes seized from grocery store

18 January 2024
Counterfeit vapes and cigarettes seized from grocery store

Police have seized counterfeit vapes and tobacco from a city centre grocery store.

‘If you don’t recycle properly, we won’t collect your bins’

18 January 2024
‘If you don’t recycle properly, we won’t collect your bins’

A crackdown on rogue recyclers has been branded “heavy-handed” as refuse workers are snooping inside bins before deciding whether to empty them.

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Man in court over alleged thefts from Boots and Tesco Express

17 January 2024
Man in court over alleged thefts from Boots and Tesco Express

A man has been charged with a series of thefts after reportedly targeting shops in two towns, with items worth more than £1,000 taken.

Man charged with assaulting police officers in town centre

16 January 2024
Man charged with assaulting police officers in town centre

Police have named a man suspected of attacking two police officers during a town centre fracas.

‘I love my house’s new 1940s decor – even if trolls hate it’

16 January 2024
‘I love my house’s new 1940s decor – even if trolls hate it’

A mum-of-three has decorated her house in a 1940s style for just £3k - and says she loves it despite trolls saying it is “disgusting”.

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Man accused of ‘beating victim with baseball bat and setting fire to bedroom’

12 January 2024
Man accused of ‘beating victim with baseball bat and setting fire to bedroom’

A man who allegedly beat a person with a baseball bat before setting fire to their room has appeared in court.

Road closed by police

11 January 2024
Road closed by police

Traffic has been diverted as police attended an incident this evening.

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Emergency incident near football stadium

11 January 2024
Emergency incident near football stadium

Police and ambulances are dealing with an incident near a football stadium this evening.

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