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Cut-price bikes recycled by prisoners go on sale

Cut-price bikes recycled by prisoners go on sale

19 December 2024

A scheme which gives inmates the chance to upskill and take steps toward rehabilitation will see discount-price bikes go on sale tomorrow.

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School closed as 118 homes left without power

School closed as 118 homes left without power

19 December 2024

A primary school has been forced to close and 118 homes left without power following an underground fault.

Heartbreak as town centre icon dies

Heartbreak as town centre icon dies

19 December 2024

An Elvis superfan who was a well-known character in his hometown has been remembered fondly by hundreds following his death.

‘Violent’ man bit stranger’s thumb during home invasion on day of release

‘Violent’ man bit stranger’s thumb during home invasion on day of release

19 December 2024

An “untrustworthy” man who carried out random and unprovoked attacks on two people in their homes upon his release has been sent back to jail.

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Tributes paid to ‘inspirational’ equality pioneer who was ‘always willing to help others’

Tributes paid to ‘inspirational’ equality pioneer who was ‘always willing to help others’

19 December 2024

A trailblazer who dedicated his life to supporting victims of racial harassment has died aged 84.

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Bargain hunters queue for hours for Poundstretcher opening

Bargain hunters queue for hours for Poundstretcher opening

19 December 2024

The launch of a new major discount store in a town drew much excitement as hundreds queued to get inside and grab a “good bargain”.

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£60m regeneration project taking shape

£60m regeneration project taking shape

19 December 2024

Phase one of a huge development project is ready to see the start of construction of the first affordable homes.

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'I wasn't sure I'd be able to run at all - now I'll represent Team GB'

'I wasn't sure I'd be able to run at all - now I'll represent Team GB'

19 December 2024

A hospital consultant living with a rare disease which left her doubting if she would ever be able to run again is set to represent Team GB.

People to have their say in overnight parking debate at two beach sites

People to have their say in overnight parking debate at two beach sites

19 December 2024

A consultation has been launched, with people being asked to give their views on how overnight parking is managed at two sites.

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Outlet ‘doing better than ever’ - but at what cost to town centre?

Outlet ‘doing better than ever’ - but at what cost to town centre?

19 December 2024

Bosses at Ashford Designer Outlet say the centre is performing better than ever as it nears its 25th anniversary - but not everyone is happy.

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‘That sign could have decapitated someone’

‘That sign could have decapitated someone’

19 December 2024

A mum is furious a damaged road sign was not fixed before smashing to the ground saying it could have decapitated someone.

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‘Highly ambitious’ primary school praised by Ofsted

‘Highly ambitious’ primary school praised by Ofsted

18 December 2024

A primary school has kept its “good” Ofsted rating following its first inspection in five years.

Huge delays as engineers struggle to find gas leak

Huge delays as engineers struggle to find gas leak

18 December 2024

SGN is working around the clock to repair a gas main on a busy route - and more roadworks are coming.

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Wimpy reopening delayed by ‘unforeseen circumstances’

Wimpy reopening delayed by ‘unforeseen circumstances’

18 December 2024

The reopening of a Wimpy restaurant that has sat empty for more than a year has been delayed.

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Kent man charged after protester in Santa suit scales Trafalgar Square tree

Kent man charged after protester in Santa suit scales Trafalgar Square tree

18 December 2024

A Kent man has been charged after a protester dressed as Santa climbed the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree.

‘I wouldn’t choose any other job’: charity boss celebrates 25 years

‘I wouldn’t choose any other job’: charity boss celebrates 25 years

18 December 2024

The boss of a children’s charity says she is “really proud” to be marking 25 years with the organisation.

Phase one of multi-million-pound healthcare unit opens

Phase one of multi-million-pound healthcare unit opens

18 December 2024

Part of a multi-million-pound healthcare facility has launched, providing a range of vital tests and scans for patients.

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Refunds promised as Xmas drive-in cinema event cancelled

Refunds promised as Xmas drive-in cinema event cancelled

18 December 2024

An America-inspired drive-in cinema costing £27 a ticket set to show old festive films has been cancelled at the last minute.

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‘This cot will help bereaved families during their time of need’

‘This cot will help bereaved families during their time of need’

18 December 2024

A couple who lost their baby to a stillbirth are helping give families going through the same devastating process precious more time with their child.

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Tourism soars past pre-pandemic levels in ‘fantastic’ boost

Tourism soars past pre-pandemic levels in ‘fantastic’ boost

18 December 2024

Tourism across a Kent district is booming with visitor numbers now surpassing pre-pandemic levels, according to a new report.

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