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Return of cycle lane would face 'significant opposition'

16 February 2021
Return of cycle lane would face 'significant opposition'

Businesses and residents have warned they will oppose efforts to re-introduce an "active travel" scheme in the town if planned in the same form.

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Lorry fire on A2

15 February 2021
Lorry fire on A2

Motorists had to queue while firefighters dealt with a blaze on a lorry on a major route in the county.

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Hospital's mental health patients relying on takeaways

12 February 2021
Hospital's mental health patients relying on takeaways

A mental health hospital has been found to be providing safe care to patients but concerns remain over nutrition and the upkeep of the buildings.

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Easter stock shortage fears as warehouse workers strike

12 February 2021
Easter stock shortage fears as warehouse workers strike

A major supermarket says it is putting in contingency measures to avoid stock shortages this Easter after warehouse workers voted to strike.

Mass vaccine centre confirmed for Medway

12 February 2021
Mass vaccine centre confirmed for Medway

A group of MPs say they have been successful in securing a mass Covid-19 vaccination centre for one of the most hardest hit parts of the county.

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'Ditch flytipping is threatening my livelihood'

11 February 2021
'Ditch flytipping is threatening my livelihood'

A company has called for action over fly-tipping in roadside ditches after its factory floors flooded causing mass disruption and substantial losses.

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Man spared jail after vehicle break-in attempts

08 February 2021
Man spared jail after vehicle break-in attempts

A man who attempted to break into and steal from cars has been handed a suspended sentence.

Mysterious roadside tribute to Captain Tom

08 February 2021
Mysterious roadside tribute to Captain Tom

A new soldier-style silhouette depicting iconic NHS fundraiser and war veteran Captain Sir Tom Moore has appeared near a roundabout.

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Construction starts on new £29m secondary school

08 February 2021
Construction starts on new £29m secondary school

Work is underway to build new facilities for a recently opened and oversubscribed secondary school.

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New free school approved by the government

05 February 2021
New free school approved by the government

A new secondary school has been green lighted to open by the Department for Education.

Plans to seize former nightclub used as a church

05 February 2021
Plans to seize former nightclub used as a church

A council has authorised powers to compulsory purchase a former nightclub building wanted as part of major town regeneration plans.

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Station arrest after sword discovery

05 February 2021
Station arrest after sword discovery

A wanted man has been arrested after officers responded to reports of a weapon being discarded at a town train station.

Crews battle motorway van fire

05 February 2021
Crews battle motorway van fire

Firefighters were called after a van containing large amounts of furniture and other items went up in flames.

Sport and socialising set to return soonest

05 February 2021
Sport and socialising set to return soonest

Sport and social activities held outdoors are set to return after children are back to school next month, it is understood.

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Plans mooted for £1.3m park revamp

04 February 2021
Plans mooted for £1.3m park revamp

A parish council has put forward proposals to revitalise and improve park facilities as part of a million pound plus recreation ground scheme.

'Classes online have been an absolute life saver'

04 February 2021
'Classes online have been an absolute life saver'

A personal trainer is encouraging people to workout with others virtually and reap the benefits for their own mental health.

Council retains control of children's services

29 January 2021
Council retains control of children's services

A government adviser brought in to review a local authority's services for vulnerable children has been stood down in light of progress made.

Views sought on Crossrail extension to Kent

29 January 2021
Views sought on Crossrail extension to Kent

A consultation has been launched exploring multiple options for bringing Crossrail into Kent and improving existing transport connections.

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'Yeah bruv, but it's fresh that's why it is red'

29 January 2021
'Yeah bruv, but it's fresh that's why it is red'

A family has shared images of their takeaway online after claiming it arrived "red raw" in the middle and made one of them feel unwell.

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Domino's Pizza franchisee appeals pub plan refusal

29 January 2021
Domino's Pizza franchisee appeals pub plan refusal

Government planners will consider whether a fast-food takeaway chain can open a new branch on the site of a historic pub.

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