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‘We share their pain’: Vigil held for victims of devastating Nepal floods
Members of community groups have gathered to remember those killed in the catastrophic floods and show solidarity with survivors.
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Serial fraudster who tried getting dodgy refunds back behind bars
A 62-year-old who repeatedly made up fake reasons for receiving refunds from shops has admitted a string of new offences.
‘Covering vast swathes of farmland with solar panels makes no sense’
MP Tony Vaughan says while generating solar energy is important it should not come at the cost of our farming communities.
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Plans to convert Grade II listed barn into homes
Plans for a children's home, two homes in a Grade II listed barn and a new digital advertising display are among the latest planning applications.
Man, 27, arrested after alleged indecent behaviour
An appeal has been launched after a man was arrested and taken into custody for alleged indecent behaviour.
‘There’s a negative stigma around homelessness - it needs to be approached with empathy’
MP Mike Tapp says far too many people are without a safe place to call home, and says Labour is working hard to tackle homelessness.
Big-name restaurant chain opens at major Kent shopping centre
One of Britain’s most popular food chains has officially opened its latest restaurant at a Kent shopping centre.
Plans to expand 24-hour gym among latest bids
Plans for a gym expansion and proposals relating to a housing development are among the latest planning applications submitted to a council.
Poppies allowed on taxis again after backlash causes council U-turn
A council has temporarily changed its taxi licensing policy to allow poppies and ‘Lest We Forget’ stickers after a row sparked abuse and threats.
Fly-tipping hotspot given go-ahead for 16 homes
A car park which has been plagued by fly-tipping will be redeveloped into 16 homes after approval was granted.
Long delays after car and van crash on A2
There were long delays on the A2 after a crash involving a car and a van
Ex-firefighter finally sees plaque to fallen colleague after 56-year wait
The last surviving crew member of a fire engine crash that claimed one colleague’s life and injured several others speaks of his experience.
‘It’s very, very dear’: Fears parking charges ‘driving people away from town’
Council bosses have been accused of “driving people away from the town” after introducing parking charges at a popular coastal beauty spot.
Paedophile jailed after being caught messaging underage ‘decoys’ by hunter group
A 37-year-old who sent grim messages to two people he believed were underage boys has been locked up after a paedophile sting.
Customers ‘devastated’ as cafe to close due to planning issue
Customers have been left “devastated” after a much-loved cafe announced it will close due to a planning permission issue.
‘No way’ bus driver could have seen boy, 4, before fatal crash
There was “no way” a bus driver could have seen a four-year-old who ran into the road before being fatally hit by the vehicle, an inquest has heard.
Cash in on Johnny and June's legendary love story in this new musical
Review: If you’re a country music fan, then this famous love story is a must-see at the theatre.
‘It’s heartbreaking to think someone could do that’: XL Bully tied up without food or water
A frightened dog was left tied to a barrier for more than 24 hours without food, water or shade.
Olympian opens revamped gym at leisure centre undergoing £1m makeover
A former Olympic sprinter has returned to his hometown to help unveil a new look gym at a leisure centre that is undergoing a £1million revamp.
Driver reached speeds of 137mph before crash which killed teenager
A 25-year-old motorist has been told to expect a long prison term after he admitted causing death by dangerous driving.