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Crisis charity expecting a busy time at Christmas

23 November 2013
Crisis charity expecting a busy time at Christmas

Organisers of a charity that supports needy families during the festive period is bracing itself for what could be its busiest year ever.

Comedy golfers dig deep for little girl’s wheelchair

21 November 2013
Comedy golfers dig deep for little girl’s wheelchair

Generous entertainers donated money towards a wheelchair for a disabled child that will help to improve her quality of life.

Need a seat? Pull up a pew

16 November 2013
Need a seat? Pull up a pew

Pieces of Sheppey history are up for sale as pews at a church are being removed to make way for new activities.

Hundreds back skate park petition

14 November 2013
Hundreds back skate park petition

A petition with more than 500 signatures has been presented to Swale council to show Islanders’ support for a skate park.

Sea Cadet volunteers honoured for loyalty

14 November 2013
Sea Cadet volunteers honoured for loyalty

A pair of volunteers have been recognised for their outstanding loyalty and commitment to Sheppey Sea Cadets.

What’s your favourite walk?

11 November 2013
 What’s your favourite walk?

Nature lovers are being asked to share their favourite Island walks for a new scheme aimed at encouraging tourism.

Inspectors warn cuts are a threat to prison safety

10 November 2013
Inspectors warn cuts are a threat to prison safety

A report into a Sheppey prison has warned that any further budget cuts are likely to create instability.

Tombstone salute to heroes

10 November 2013
Tombstone salute to heroes

A new piece of artwork in the style of a First World War grave has been made to commemorate our fallen heroes.

Plans for 250 homes delayed until next year

08 November 2013
Plans for 250 homes delayed until next year

The search for a developer to build up to 250 homes as part of a regeneration project has been put back until the new year.

Care home to undergo £5m transformation

05 November 2013
Care home to undergo £5m transformation

Investors in an ethical bank will raise money for a social care provider aiming to build a new dementia home.

Pub to change to supermarket

03 November 2013
Pub to change to supermarket

Twenty new jobs are to be created in Sittingbourne when a former pub becomes a supermarket.

Harsh winter could have devastating effect on bees

02 November 2013
Harsh winter could have devastating effect on bees

A Sheppey businesswoman has warned another harsh winter could be “devastating” to Kent’s bee population.

Scheme set up to help young entrepreneurs

28 October 2013
Scheme set up to help young entrepreneurs

A new venture, which aims to nurture a new generation of business talent, has been awarded funding of £120,000.

Determined and dignified teacher died in his sleep

27 October 2013
Determined and dignified teacher died in his sleep

Tributes have been paid to a former Island head teacher who passed away earlier this month.

Micropub hopes for stamp of approval

26 October 2013
Micropub hopes for stamp of approval

An application has been submitted for Sheppey’s first ever micropub on the site of a recently closed post office.

Plan to improve failing school is ‘not sufficient’

26 October 2013
Plan to improve failing school is ‘not sufficient’

An inspection into a failing school has found its plans to get out of special measures are “not fit for purpose”.

Eric on the oche at new betting shop

25 October 2013
Eric on the oche at new betting shop

Darts legend Eric Bristow cut the ribbon for a betting shop’s grand opening.

TV spotlight for stylish siblings

25 October 2013
TV spotlight for stylish siblings

A youngster will appear on TV after his haircut saw him interviewed by the presenter he models it on.

Clubhouse is approved – now they just need cash

22 October 2013
 Clubhouse is approved – now they just need cash

Sheppey Rugby Club’s plans for a new clubhouse have been given the go-ahead.

Last-ditch attempt to keep ‘eyesore’ as harbour office

21 October 2013
Last-ditch attempt to keep ‘eyesore’ as harbour office

A row over a controversial seafront office rumbles on after an appeal was issued against its removal.

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