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Developer drops homes scheme after ‘very clear’ message from community

Developer drops homes scheme after ‘very clear’ message from community

A developer has been praised for its ‘refreshing’ approach after scrapping unpopular plans to build in a village.

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‘My family’s mystery illness took years to be diagnosed’

‘My family’s mystery illness took years to be diagnosed’

A carer whose mum and grandfather developed a mystery illness that initially stumped doctors has discovered it is a rare genetic condition.

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Drone images reveal progress on homes and nurses’ digs

Drone images reveal progress on homes and nurses’ digs

Aerial images show construction underway on 30 new homes next to a hospice.

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Village plagued by poor signal to get phone mast

Village plagued by poor signal to get phone mast

A village ‘in the dark ages’ when it comes to phone signal is to get a new 5G mast to tackle connectivity problems.

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‘We don’t need new rugby HQ – we have enough sports facilities’

‘We don’t need new rugby HQ – we have enough sports facilities’

A rugby club’s bid to build its first permanent home has been criticised by neighbours who say there is no need for the facilities.

Brickies seek big support for league opener

Brickies seek big support for league opener

Sittingbourne are hoping for a bumper weekend crowd as supporters can pay what they can.

Traffic chaos after crash near M2 lorry fire

Traffic chaos after crash near M2 lorry fire

Delays are building after a blaze broke out on a busy motorway.

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Tributes paid to ‘absolutely brilliant’ doctor following death

Tributes paid to ‘absolutely brilliant’ doctor following death

A GP who founded a doctor’s surgery and treated thousands of patients has died.

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New CCTV released in bid to trace suspected conman

New CCTV released in bid to trace suspected conman

Police are urging people with information about a double burglary to get in touch.

Pan of oil sparks kitchen fire

Pan of oil sparks kitchen fire

Firefighters spent an hour putting out a fire which started in a kitchen.

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CCTV tip off lands former ‘Spoons worker in court

CCTV tip off lands former ‘Spoons worker in court

A former Wetherspoon’s worker was pulled over after CCTV operators told police they thought she was under the influence.

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Thief didn’t appear in court because he was on holiday – 11 miles away

Thief didn’t appear in court because he was on holiday – 11 miles away

A meat thief who targeted three supermarkets in one day was arrested after failing to attend court because he was on holiday.

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‘Precious countryside’ might be saved from 8,400 home plan

‘Precious countryside’ might be saved from 8,400 home plan

Highways bosses have asked that plans for thousands of houses in part of the county, which could impact major routes, are put on hold.

Six firms moving into new £1m business studios

Six firms moving into new £1m business studios

Church grounds have undergone a £1 million transformation with the official opening of six new business studios.

Cyril still has what it takes!

Cyril still has what it takes!

At 84-years-old Cyril Davey reckons he’s the oldest player in the Kent Cricket League.

Campaign for speed humps after family lose second cat in ‘hit-and-run’

Campaign for speed humps after family lose second cat in ‘hit-and-run’

A family left “devastated” after seeing a second cat of theirs mowed down by a motorist have called for speed bumps to be put in place.

Bus company announces fare increases

Bus company announces fare increases

Bus fares are to rise by as much as £120 for an annual ticket as a company seeks to deal with rising costs.

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Young businessman opens high street vape shop

Young businessman opens high street vape shop

The owner of a new vape shop hopes providing recycling bins for disposable vapes means his business will “help the community”.

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Brickies boss has confidence in his squad ahead of FA Cup tie

Brickies boss has confidence in his squad ahead of FA Cup tie

Sittingbourne boss Ryan Maxwell is dealing with a number of injuries - but won’t panic ahead of their season opener in the FA Cup this Saturday.

KFC bans teens from restaurant at weekends

KFC bans teens from restaurant at weekends

Youngsters in an area over-run with antisocial behaviour are being ID’d by a fast food chain.

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