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Murder charge as ‘kind-hearted’ man found dead after days missing
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a "kind-hearted" and "genuine human being” who was reported missing for several days.
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Bid for new housing estate on derelict school site set to be decided
Plans to build 150 homes on a long-abandoned school site plagued by vandalism and fires are set to be voted on by councillors.
New drone photos reveal progress on 900-capacity fan zone
Fresh aerial images reveal the latest progress on an eagerly anticipated fan zone as work continues on the 900-capacity attraction.
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‘Blow to Putin’: Russian shadow fleet oil tanker intercepted by British forces in Channel
A Russian shadow fleet oil tanker has been intercepted in the English Channel during a six-hour operation involving Royal Marines and the RAF.
Beloved primary school head ‘never left any pupil behind’
A beloved primary school head teacher who left her mark on generations of children will be remembered as someone “who never left any pupil behind”.
Trouble-hit town to get new Scout hut after years of waiting
Work has started on a new Scout hut for a troop which has spent 12 years without a home - and it’s a tribute to an avid supporter.
'We didn't just not pay our bills': Bar owners bounce back after £18k energy debt dispute forced closure
The owners of a popular cocktail bar are relaunching the venue almost a year after they were forced to shut over a disputed £18,000 energy bill.
Five alternative (but awesome) brand new TV shows to watch this week if you’re avoiding the World Cup
Not into footie? There’s still plenty of great TV to look out for this week
Horoscopes: Ready for a fresh start? It could time to make it happen…
Here’s what the next seven days have in store for every star sign.
‘It’s absolutely atrocious - nobody cares about children in the road'
A pub landlord is among scores of residents calling for speed limits to be introduced outside his boozer before a child is run over.
'I was UK’s youngest landlord - now our pub is busier than ever'
A landlord dubbed Britain’s youngest when he took over his village pub says that after two years, the risk has paid off and it’s busier than ever.
Property firm set to take charity to court over unpaid rent
A legal advice charity is embroiled in court proceedings with a property management firm after leaving its town centre offices.
School teacher stole from Co-op to save money to buy own home
An English teacher has ruined her career after going out to her local store to steal items from the shelves.
Delays on A2 after crash
Drivers are facing delays on a major A-road following a crash this afternoon.
Arrest after protests in town centre
An arrest has been made after anti-immigrant protesters marched through a Kent town centre this afternoon.
Swarm of thousands of bees descends on coastal residential road
A hive of bees caused a buzz in a coastal town this morning after swarming down the side of a house.
Man seriously injured after crash near supermarket
A man has been taken to a London hospital with serious injuries after a crash near a supermarket.
Old School Ravers win World Custard Pie Championships
Hundreds of spectators have watched teams compete to be the cream of the crop at the World Custard Pie Championships.
Rusty-spotted cat adored for his ‘sassy’ personality, dies aged 15
Keepers at a Kent animal park have paid tribute to a cat known for his “sass” and “fearless personality” following his death.
Police appeal after boy, 9, airlifted to hospital following serious crash
Police have launched an appeal after a serious collision left a nine-year-old boy needing to be airlifted to hospital.