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Mum in quest to pay for her own funeral

29 March 2021
Mum in quest to pay for her own funeral

A mother with terminal cancer is trying to raise funds for her own funeral so she can ease pressure on her family when she is gone.

Homes pelted with glass jars during damage spree

29 March 2021
Homes pelted with glass jars during damage spree

More than 25 homes being pelted with glass jars has led police to arrest a man on suspicion of criminal damage.

Attempted murder charge over town centre stabbing

26 March 2021
Attempted murder charge over town centre stabbing

A teenage suspect has been charged with attempted murder after a man was left in hospital with serious stab wounds.

Privacy fears over flats plan

26 March 2021
Privacy fears over flats plan

Developers are seeking permission to build 44 new homes in two four-storey blocks in a residential area of a town.

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Woman threatened with 'screwdriver' in attempted carjacking

26 March 2021
Woman threatened with 'screwdriver' in attempted carjacking

A gang of four men forced a VW Golf to stop suddenly before they threatened its occupants and tried to steal the car.

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Bag stolen from ambulance responding to emergency

26 March 2021
Bag stolen from ambulance responding to emergency

A thief swiped a bag containing personal possessions from an ambulance while paramedics cared for a patient.

Town is among best places to live

26 March 2021
Town is among best places to live

A leafy commuter town has been recognised by a national newspaper as one of the best places to live in the south east.

'His victim endured relentless mental anguish'

25 March 2021
'His victim endured relentless mental anguish'

A man who subjected his victim to 'a number of horrific attacks' including an assault with a knife has been jailed.

Theatre launches new membership scheme

25 March 2021
Theatre launches new membership scheme

A town centre venue is hoping to bring the crowds flocking back post-pandemic with a series of special benefits.

Town to get its own edition of Monopoly

25 March 2021
Town to get its own edition of Monopoly

People are being urged to suggest landmarks to feature on one town's special edition of the iconic board game Monopoly.

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Garden village could be approved by summer

24 March 2021
Garden village could be approved by summer

Controversial plans for a new community of up to 1,750 homes could soon be considered by councillors.

Bookshop a winner at top awards

22 March 2021
Bookshop a winner at top awards

An independent book store has been crowned the best of its kind in the south east at a major publishing awards.

'Someone may die in gridlock'

19 March 2021
'Someone may die in gridlock'

Controversial proposals for 118 new homes approved despite fears over increased traffic on roads close to a major hospital.

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Guilty plea over town centre killing

18 March 2021
Guilty plea over town centre killing

The killer of a 55-year-old who died following an assault last summer is to be sentenced after admitting his manslaughter.

Fraudster who preyed on the elderly is jailed

18 March 2021
Fraudster who preyed on the elderly is jailed

A con artist stole thousands of pounds from people after targeting victims by pretending to be calling from their bank.

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Horror of war to be brought back to life

18 March 2021
Horror of war to be brought back to life

Historical advisor to Hollywood directors Steven Spielberg and Sam Mendes to recreate First World War trenches here in Kent.

Two arrests over 'violent attack' near station

17 March 2021
Two arrests over 'violent attack' near station

A man suffered serious injuries after allegedly being attacked by two people near a railway station.

Tent restaurant ready to relaunch outdoor dining

17 March 2021
Tent restaurant ready to relaunch outdoor dining

A couple behind a new venue housed in a set of tipis say they can't wait to welcome back guests as lockdown eases.

Flats planned for former surgery site

16 March 2021
Flats planned for former surgery site

Developers are seeking to demolish a former medical practice and build a block of 14 flats.

Plans for huge egg farm revised after opposition

16 March 2021
Plans for huge egg farm revised after opposition

Environment Agency criticism of a proposed chicken farm has led the firm behind the plans to amend the scheme.

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