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Parachute leap will confront worst fears

28 May 2014
Parachute leap will confront worst fears

A mum's present for her son's 40th birthday has led to him embracing the challenge of a sky dive to raise money for a children's centre.

Centre manager made redundant in bid to save money

23 May 2014
Centre manager made redundant in bid to save money

A Minster community centre has decided to axe its manager as part of money saving measures.

Conservationist tells of dire winter for county’s bees

23 May 2014
Conservationist tells of dire winter for county’s bees

As environmentalists discuss ways of protecting Kent’s bee population, a Sheppey honey seller has spoken of a “dreadful” winter for her insects.

Driver 'attacked with spanner'

23 May 2014
Driver 'attacked with spanner'

Police are investigating a street brawl in which a man armed with an adjustable spanner is said to have hit a driver through a window.

Man crashes car after 'medical episode'

23 May 2014
Man crashes car after 'medical episode'

A motorist has been treated by an ambulance crew after being involved in an accident near Morrisons.

Brilliant teacher Amy is rewarded for dedication

22 May 2014
Brilliant teacher Amy is rewarded for dedication

A “truly remarkable” tutor at a Sheppey school came top of the class at the Kent Teacher of the Year awards.

Sad tribute after shock death of man on seafront

21 May 2014
Sad tribute after shock death of man on seafront

A family have paid touching tribute to a man who died after collapsing on a seafront on his way to the supermarket.

'Ghost of Michael Jackson appeared behind me'

21 May 2014
'Ghost of Michael Jackson appeared behind me'

A Michael Jackson impersonator from Kent was stunned when a picture of him showed what looks like the King of Pop's ghost in the background.

TV picks up bottle message story

18 May 2014
TV picks up bottle message story

An Islander who received a reply to a message in a bottle 15 years after she threw it in the water is to appear on the One Show.

Mum upbeat after tot’s operation for vomiting problem

16 May 2014
Mum upbeat after tot’s operation for vomiting problem

A poorly youngster has had an operation to prevent her persistent vomiting.

Apology over ‘mystery’ leak

15 May 2014
Apology over ‘mystery’ leak

Southern Water has apologised publicly after it failed to find a leaking pipe which was causing water to come out through the road.

Concern at mystery water bubbling out of the road

11 May 2014
 Concern at mystery water bubbling out of the road

The source of a strange leak, which has been bubbling through the road surface outside a Rushenden couple’s home for a fortnight, is still unknown.

Family pub dropped from Neats Court plans

09 May 2014
Family pub dropped from Neats Court plans

Plans for a family pub have been dropped from the Neats Court retail development.

Have a say on latest plan for homes on factory site

08 May 2014
Have a say on latest plan for homes on factory site

Residents have the chance today to find out more about plans to build 147 homes in Halfway.

Film star was my inspiration, says marathon runner

07 May 2014
Film star was my inspiration, says marathon runner

A fundraiser who has run more than 30 marathons worldwide dressed as Roger Rabbit has paid tribute to his inspiration – Bob Hoskins.

Countdown under way for 2014 Swale Film Festival

06 May 2014
Countdown under way for 2014 Swale Film Festival

The dates for this year’s Swale Film Festival have been announced.

Head makes move permanent

04 May 2014
Head makes move permanent

The head of Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey has become permanently based there after leaving his other leadership role at a school in Surrey.

Repairs planned for damaged road

02 May 2014
Repairs planned for damaged road

A pothole laden road is to be closed next week for repairs.

Empty venue could be nightclub and restaurant

01 May 2014
Empty venue could be nightclub and restaurant

A former bar could be given a new lease of life as a nightclub and restaurant.

Diehard football follower hoping for glory in Brazil

01 May 2014
Diehard football follower hoping for glory in Brazil

A former Islander and diehard England fan will be writing a blog when he jets off to the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

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