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Station will stay open despite changes, say police

21 October 2013
Station will stay open despite changes, say police

Police say there are no plans to close Sheppey and Faversham stations despite a major overhaul in how officers are deployed.

Mum-of-nine: 'Give us bigger house'

16 October 2013
Mum-of-nine: 'Give us bigger house'

A mother of nine is begging for a new council house because she claims her family are being treated worse than animals in "cramped" conditions.

Artist Jenny to show work at top gallery

14 October 2013
Artist Jenny to show work at top gallery

A Bredgar-based painter is set to achieve a lifetime's ambition by exhibiting her work in London.

“Newcomer now, but I’d love to become an honorary Swampy”

13 October 2013
“Newcomer now, but I’d love to become an honorary Swampy”

Will Palin’s on a mission improbable – to turn our humble isle into Destination Desirable for the nation’s hip brigade.

Outstanding achievements in regatta

13 October 2013
Outstanding achievements in regatta

Three Sheppey Sea Cadets came up trumps in a national regatta.

'Close beach' call as more asbestos washes up

12 October 2013
'Close beach' call as more asbestos washes up

More asbestos cement has been found washed up on a popular beach, leading to a call for it to be closed.

School’s car park has destroyed our privacy

12 October 2013
School’s car park has destroyed our privacy

Overhead vehicles rather than cables are causing concern to an Island neighbourhood.

Pupils help to drive home school parking message

11 October 2013
Pupils help to drive home school parking message

Youngsters held a placard protest over dangerous parking outside their school.

Consultation closes on housing scheme

10 October 2013
Consultation closes on housing scheme

A public consultation on a controversial housing scheme for Sheppey closed on Friday as campaigners stepped up their opposition to the development.

I’d rather work than listen to soundbites

10 October 2013
I’d rather work than listen to soundbites

Gordon Henderson proved himself a party pooper by refusing to attend the Conservative’s annual conference.

Tot's cancer battle inspires dad's marathon challenge

06 October 2013
Tot's cancer battle inspires dad's marathon challenge

The London Marathon is more than six months away, but it’s already looming large for one Sheerness man.

Club cries foul over state of playing field

05 October 2013
Club cries foul over state of playing field

The chairman of New Road FC, has criticised Swale council for failing in its duty to keep the grass in good condition at the Sheerness ground.

Housing scheme is given the go-ahead

04 October 2013
Housing scheme is given the go-ahead

A controversial housing development has been given the go-ahead in Minster.

Sadness at bulldozing of Island's industrial heritage

04 October 2013
Sadness at bulldozing of Island's industrial heritage

Bulldozers have moved in to dismantle the former home of one of the Island’s best-known employers.

More time to comment on controversial housing plans

02 October 2013
More time to comment on controversial housing plans

A petition containing more than 1,000 signatures was handed to Swale council in protest at plans for 500 new homes in Minster.

Clare’s prize bid shows her mettle

29 September 2013
Clare’s prize bid shows her mettle

A Sheerness woman hopes to give her career a lift in a contest run by a famous bra manufacturer.

Racing to fund study in Ghana

29 September 2013
Racing to fund study in Ghana

A Sheerness student is hosting a race night to help fund a fact-finding trip to Ghana.

Air gun warning as cat is shot

28 September 2013
Air gun warning as cat is shot

A Minster mum has warned pet owners to beware after her cat was shot with an air gun.

March warning over plans for 500 more homes

27 September 2013
March warning over plans for 500 more homes

Campaigners could take their protest to the streets over plans for 500 more homes in Minster.

Police at scene of town centre crash

26 September 2013
Police at scene of town centre crash

Officers are directing traffic around a three-car smash in Millennium Way, Sheerness.

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