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Thousands breathe easier after kicking the habit

Thousands breathe easier after kicking the habit

Natalie Meehan, Stop Smoking Service team leader in Sheppey,said they have helped more than 60,000 people quit the ciggies.

Campaigners’ bid to make road safer

Campaigners’ bid to make road safer

A group has been founded to work towards improving safety on one of the Island's busiest routes.

Disused church going under the hammer

Disused church going under the hammer

More than a year after it closed its doors for good, a place of worship is set to be sold at auction.

Friends and family gather to say farewell

Friends and family gather to say farewell

The funeral service has taken place of Julia Baker, a much-loved Sheppey character. Bel Austin pays tribute to the 66-year-old.

Popular Island businessman calls it a day

Popular Island businessman calls it a day

Company owner and Monster Raving Loony, Chris Driver, is to retire after 25-years running his own firm.

Has sex pest struck again?

Has sex pest struck again?

A mum fears a predator who targeted a teenager asking for sex may have struck again.

Marina plan floated again but fears over its viability surface

Marina plan floated again but fears over its viability surface

The possibility of a marina in Queenborough is back on the table after a government U-turn.

Site meeting over plan for homes on filling station site

Site meeting over plan for homes on filling station site

A meeting was held to decide whether to allow 14 homes to be built on the site of a former garage.

Praise for new VC's "amazing" bravery

Praise for new VC's "amazing" bravery

The Sheppey father of the previous recipient of Britain's highest military honour has paid tribute to the latest soldier to be awarded the medal.

Dengate: The bigger, the better

Dengate: The bigger, the better

Coach Rob Dengate claims big games bring out the best in Sheppey rugby players ahead of a key clash at promotion rivals Beccehamians.

Factory's bad smell 'making workers feel ill'

Factory's bad smell 'making workers feel ill'

Tests have been carried out at a disused factory after workers complained of feeling unwell.

'Irresponsible photographers to blame for owl deaths'

'Irresponsible photographers to blame for owl deaths'

A wildlife photographer is blaming irresponsible snappers for causing the injuries and deaths of at least seven owls in recent weeks.

Stone Age fun for Island school pupils

Stone Age fun for Island school pupils

Youngsters at one primary went way back in time when they learnt all about life 8,000 years ago.

Ukip U-turn as rogue member returns

Ukip U-turn as rogue member returns

Just days after he appeared to have been booted out of his party, a veteran councillor has been welcomed back to Ukip.

Jet skier saves kayaker's life

Jet skier saves kayaker's life

A businessman who spotted three men in trouble raced to their rescue after the coastguard asked for his help.

Fresh plans for homes labelled ‘too high’

Fresh plans for homes labelled ‘too high’

The people behind the controversial Seager Road development have submitted new proposals after existing buildings broke planning permission rules.

Displays look at church’s long history

Displays look at church’s long history

Visitors flocked to Holy Trinity, Queenborough, to find out more about its past, present and future.

Council slammed over hike in rates

Council slammed over hike in rates

Angry users have hit out at plans to increase the cost of buying or leasing beach huts on Minster Leas.

Prison recruitment 'can't keep up'

Prison recruitment 'can't keep up'

Staff shortages, inmate overcrowding and one of the highest sickness levels in the country continue to affect a Kent jail, a report has found.

Scarlet fever case reported at school

Scarlet fever case reported at school

A primary school has sent letters to parents after a child was struck down with scarlet fever.

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