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‘We need everyone’s involvement’: Blueprint for housing to be unveiled

09 July 2024
‘We need everyone’s involvement’: Blueprint for housing to be unveiled

Thousands of homes could be built on rural land as part of a plan to reshape the look of a conurbation over the next few decades.

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Revised flats and ‘unsafe’ junction improvement plan to face public scrutiny

09 July 2024
Revised flats and ‘unsafe’ junction improvement plan to face public scrutiny

A revised plan to revitalise a rundown part of a historic town centre and improve a dangerous road junction is to go on display.

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‘No parent wants to be here, but it’s a place where miracles happen’

07 July 2024
‘No parent wants to be here, but it’s a place where miracles happen’

Parents, patients and doctors celebrate 25 years of a unit that has helped the tiniest babies back to health.

Band dropped from Kaiser Chiefs gig over ‘offensive posts’

05 July 2024
Band dropped from Kaiser Chiefs gig over ‘offensive posts’

A band has been axed after winning a competition to be a warm-up act at a festival amid homophobia allegations.

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Upset as ‘sacred’ memorial tree reduced to measly stump after 'safety fears'

04 July 2024
Upset as ‘sacred’ memorial tree reduced to measly stump after 'safety fears'

The sudden chopping down of a tree planted a quarter of a century ago as a tribute to people killed at work has provoked anger among some residents.

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‘It’s built on passion - everyone loves coming here’: The rising popularity of the repair cafe

02 July 2024
‘It’s built on passion - everyone loves coming here’: The rising popularity of the repair cafe

A repair cafe project is set to expand after a successful trial run which has seen residents save money, learn new skills and combat loneliness.

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Massive health club on the market for £3 million

27 June 2024
Massive health club on the market for £3 million

A health club and gym with about £3,000 members has been put on the market for £3 million.

Chart-topping rap star to headline day-time rave at town bar

26 June 2024
Chart-topping rap star to headline day-time rave at town bar

One of the key figures of a hip hop collective which stormed the charts over 20 years ago is to headline a town centre bar’s day-time music event.

Police called after Travellers set up camp at playing field

25 June 2024
Police called after Travellers set up camp at playing field

A council says it attempting to “move on” a group of travellers who have set up an unauthorised encampment at a recreation ground.

Dickens-inspired cocktail bar invites rock legend to try its new ‘Jaggers Gin’

25 June 2024
Dickens-inspired cocktail bar invites rock legend to try its new ‘Jaggers Gin’

A bar dedicated to selling Charles Dickens-themed drinks is inviting Rolling Stones legend Mick Jagger to try its latest licensed tipple.

War veteran died just days before D-Day 80th anniversary

25 June 2024
War veteran died just days before D-Day 80th anniversary

A D-Day veteran awarded international medals for his bravery died just days before the anniversary of the event that changed the course of history.

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Dickensian costumes for funeral of Fagin actor

24 June 2024
Dickensian costumes for funeral of Fagin actor

Mourners attending the funeral of the actor who played Fagin for 40 years are encouraged to wear Dickensian costumes as a fitting tribute.

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Fears kids bike riding on ‘dangerous’ barge could destroy historic pier

15 June 2024
Fears kids bike riding on ‘dangerous’ barge could destroy historic pier

A council has been warned it must take action over an abandoned ship which is crashing against a sea wall and causing a pier to crumble away.

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‘It’s not just a place to grab a drink - it’s a vital social hub’

14 June 2024
‘It’s not just a place to grab a drink - it’s a vital social hub’

Last orders may have been called at a community pub but a campaign to get it reopened is gaining momentum.

Pub landlords warn ‘monkey’ thief: ‘Bring him back or we’ll release the CCTV’

12 June 2024
Pub landlords warn ‘monkey’ thief: ‘Bring him back or we’ll release the CCTV’

Publicans have threatened to expose a thief caught on CCTV stealing a sentimental monkey ornament from their boozer.

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The Rochester and Strood constituency and the candidates standing

11 June 2024
The Rochester and Strood constituency and the candidates standing

We profile the Rochester and Strood constituency and the candidates vying for your vote on July 4.

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Shock as popular pub to shut today - but regulars vow to save it

08 June 2024
Shock as popular pub to shut today - but regulars vow to save it

A last-ditch attempt has been launched to save a popular community pub described as the ‘heart of the village.

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Controversial 'cathedral view' hotel plot on the market for £2m

07 June 2024
Controversial 'cathedral view' hotel plot on the market for £2m

A car wash site where plans for a 100-room budget hotel with a rooftop bar and restaurant were approved despite heavy opposition is up for sale.

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Huge dragon lands at cathedral

04 June 2024
Huge dragon lands at cathedral

A giant piece of artwork depicting an important piece of ancient writing is to go on display at one of the county’s biggest tourist attractions.

Tributes to ‘born fighter’ with cerebral palsy who ‘gave more than she took’

03 June 2024
Tributes to ‘born fighter’ with cerebral palsy who ‘gave more than she took’

A family has paid a touching tribute to a “funny and generous” sister and daughter who defied the odds and lived life to the full for 60 years.

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