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Historic high street pub up for sale

Historic high street pub up for sale

31 May 2024

A Grade II listed town centre pub is on the market.

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By-election called after councillor quits his post

By-election called after councillor quits his post

31 May 2024

A Green councillor has resigned, prompting a by-election which will coincide with the general election.

‘Voters need to be given the chance to quiz election candidates’

‘Voters need to be given the chance to quiz election candidates’

31 May 2024

A resident is looking to organise his own general election hustings so voters can “ask the questions they want answers to”.

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Morrisons staff praised for handing out chocolate biscuits to stuck drivers

Morrisons staff praised for handing out chocolate biscuits to stuck drivers

31 May 2024

Workers at a supermarket branch were seen handing out sweet treats and cheering up children during a traffic jam at three-way temporary lights.

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Teen gangs terrorising 'frightened' customers at shopping centre

Teen gangs terrorising 'frightened' customers at shopping centre

31 May 2024

Traders say “persistent” anti-social behaviour is putting off “frightened” customers from visiting an already struggling out-of-town shopping centre.

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TV Hotel Inspector returns to ‘worst’ B&B and leaves ‘pretty impressed’

TV Hotel Inspector returns to ‘worst’ B&B and leaves ‘pretty impressed’

31 May 2024

A family-run B&B once described as “the worst place ever” has seen its fortunes reversed following the help of Channel 5’s Hotel Inspector.

Villagers boycott shop amid claims it is ‘too big’

Villagers boycott shop amid claims it is ‘too big’

31 May 2024

Some villagers are boycotting a new shop and takeaway in a former pub amid claims the owner “misled” residents over its size and change of use.

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Sudden closure at popular outdoor swimming pool

Sudden closure at popular outdoor swimming pool

30 May 2024

The UK's only saltwater, riverside outdoor pool has shut unexpectedly with no reopening date on the cards.

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Substance find leads to ‘no swim warning’ return for same beach

Substance find leads to ‘no swim warning’ return for same beach

30 May 2024

A ban advising beachgoers to stay away from the water on a popular coastal stretch has returned - just a day after precautions were lifted.

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Arrests after huge response at block of flats

Arrests after huge response at block of flats

30 May 2024

Three men have been arrested following a huge emergency response at a block of flats.

‘We’re all behind you Syd’: Kent singer through to Britain’s Got Talent final

‘We’re all behind you Syd’: Kent singer through to Britain’s Got Talent final

30 May 2024

A singer who hasn’t yet had her “big break” is through to the final of the hit ITV talent show after receiving a standing ovation.

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Family-run freight firm is an ‘export champion’

Family-run freight firm is an ‘export champion’

30 May 2024

A freight company has been given a royal honour in recognition of its overseas sales.

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‘Appointments show utter contempt for hospitality industry’

‘Appointments show utter contempt for hospitality industry’

30 May 2024

A row has erupted over a council leader’s choice of appointments to chairman and vice chairman roles in a newly elected council.

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Gregg Wallace’s pub visit to raise funds for son’s special needs school

Gregg Wallace’s pub visit to raise funds for son’s special needs school

30 May 2024

A well-known TV presenter will take part in an exclusive event to fundraise for a special needs school close to his heart.

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Gas leak at crossroads causes chaos for drivers

Gas leak at crossroads causes chaos for drivers

30 May 2024

A gas leak has resulted in diversions and delays for drivers as emergency closures clash with planned water works.

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‘We pay our council tax - but we’re living in a slum’

‘We pay our council tax - but we’re living in a slum’

30 May 2024

Some residents have taken to spraying their bins with disinfectant every day as rubbish piles up amid the ongoing Suez waste collection crisis.

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‘You wouldn’t get this in Europe’: The harsh reality of cycling on Kent’s roads

‘You wouldn’t get this in Europe’: The harsh reality of cycling on Kent’s roads

30 May 2024

From being hit by a swinging car door to getting dragged along by a car trailer, cyclists reveal the shocking reality of riding on Kent’s roads.

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Beach ban warning lifted after ‘toxic’ fears

Beach ban warning lifted after ‘toxic’ fears

29 May 2024

Seaside visitors advised to stay away from popular beaches have now been given the green light to enter the water again.

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Review launched after caravans return to swimming pool car park

Review launched after caravans return to swimming pool car park

29 May 2024

Council bosses say they are ‘assessing options’ to prevent unauthorised encampments after caravans returned to a town centre car park.

Missing man found after police appeal

Missing man found after police appeal

29 May 2024

Police have confirmed a missing man has been found after appealing for help from the public.

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