In this week's Gazette we bring you the news of a council U-turn over street lighting, is there now an end in sight for the blackouts? What do campaigners in Herne Bay think?

We bring you the the story of one grandmother's desperate appeal to raise awareness of asbestos threat at a former hospital where she worked, following her diagnosis with a deadly lung cancer.

Ukip leader made the headlines for the wrong reasons this week, but he has vowed to return to the town despite the security farce on Saturday.

Read about Bay Promo Team's latest bid to raise money to bring a historic Gloster Meteor jet fighter to the skies over Herne Bay this summer.

BT "regret" delay in repairing a telephone line after it was struck by a car two weeks ago, but a pensioner says she fears her life could be in danger because her phone Lifeline is still down.

Pupils from two of our primary schools had a great time at the O2 Arena in London as part of the Young Voices Concert. They were part of a massive 7,700 strong schools choir.

We also have the latest court reports, details about Herne Bay Festival's Victorian theme, our Herne Bay Hero Michael Hirst, and more.

You can also WIN £50 to spend at Waitrose in our What's On supplement. Plus, if you need inspiration for where to go for your holiday, check out our KM Travel supplement.

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