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New signing should soften the blow from Sheppey’s injury setback

New signing should soften the blow from Sheppey’s injury setback

Sheppey United are hoping things fall into place this week after a significant injury blow at the weekend.

Drones delivering drugs a ‘major problem’ at prison

Drones delivering drugs a ‘major problem’ at prison

A prison where drug taking, self-harm and violence is on the rise has been described as “not safe enough” in a new report.

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Town centre bank to stay open….for now

Town centre bank to stay open….for now

One of the last town centre banks is set to remain open for longer than first thought in a move branded as “reassuring”.

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Childhood sweethearts celebrate platinum anniversary

Childhood sweethearts celebrate platinum anniversary

An inseparable couple celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary says the secret is to “never go to bed on an argument”.

Decision to recommend closure of care home ‘shameful’

Decision to recommend closure of care home ‘shameful’

A decision to recommend closure of a care home has been condemned as “shameful and disappointing” by campaigners.

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Cutting children’s centre funding shows ‘lack of understanding’

Cutting children’s centre funding shows ‘lack of understanding’

A letter warning of the “negative impact” of cuts to “crucial” children’s centre services has been sent to Kent County Council.

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Former mayor and Labour councillor was a ‘one-off’

Former mayor and Labour councillor was a ‘one-off’

Tributes have been paid to a former mayor and long-serving Labour councillor who has been described as a “real gentleman” and a “one-off”.

Sixth person charged after drugs and guns found

Sixth person charged after drugs and guns found

An investigation which stemmed from police pulling over a vehicle without a front number plate has seen a sixth person charged.

Quirky fundraiser nominated for prestigious award

Quirky fundraiser nominated for prestigious award

An inventor who has raised £56,000 using converted mobility scooters has been put forward for the Pride of Britain Awards for his fundraising.

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Wyborn’s chance to shine with Sheppey

Wyborn’s chance to shine with Sheppey

Sheppey United didn’t need a scouting report to tell them that former Bromley defender Rhys Wyborn might be worth a punt.

Banking hub set for town hit by branch closures

Banking hub set for town hit by branch closures

A new one-stop shop for banking is set to launch in a town - despite the idea previously being ruled out.

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‘19-month water leak is damaging our reputation’

‘19-month water leak is damaging our reputation’

A garage boss is calling for urgent action to fix a leak after being wrongly blamed for trips and falls outside his business.

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Air ambulance called to three-car crash

Air ambulance called to three-car crash

Several people were injured following a pile-up on a main road.

Hopes ‘hand-me-down’ Christmas lights will create ‘friendly rivalry’

Hopes ‘hand-me-down’ Christmas lights will create ‘friendly rivalry’

More than £17,000 will be spent on installing second-hand Christmas lights for the first time in a bid to boost an area’s economy.

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McDonald’s denies rumours of new restaurant in Kent

McDonald’s denies rumours of new restaurant in Kent

McDonald’s has denied it has plans to build a new restaurant on an eight-mile stretch of road which already boasts two of its eateries.

Police attacker was so drunk he couldn’t remember committing crimes

Police attacker was so drunk he couldn’t remember committing crimes

A dangerous drunk is seeking help for his addiction after waking in a police cell with no memory of attacking officers and carrying a knife.

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Mice droppings in the ginger at Indian restaurant

Mice droppings in the ginger at Indian restaurant

An Indian restaurant has been given a zero-star food hygiene rating after a damning inspection which uncovered mouldy food and an infestation of mice.

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Private ambulance driver killed in crash after drifting into path of lorry

Private ambulance driver killed in crash after drifting into path of lorry

A private ambulance driver died after his van drifted into the path of a lorry.

College expansion approved as part of seaside town revival

College expansion approved as part of seaside town revival

Plans for a multi-million-pound college extension have been approved by the council.

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New roll on, roll off shipping routes linking Kent to Finland

New roll on, roll off shipping routes linking Kent to Finland

A shipping company is to start a new freight service linking Kent to the Continent.

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