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‘Bullet through your head’ test for primary pupils

08 May 2015
‘Bullet through your head’ test for primary pupils

An angry mother has criticised a grammar test paper aimed at primary school pupils that includes a question related to shooting someone in the head.

Gallery date for artist Amber

05 May 2015
Gallery date for artist Amber

A primary school student’s work is to be displayed at the acclaimed Turner Contemporary gallery.

Island nomination for green scheme

03 May 2015
Island nomination for green scheme

A Sheppey project has been shortlisted for an eco-friendly award.

Chaplain happy to serve "quirky" Sheppey

29 April 2015
Chaplain happy to serve "quirky" Sheppey

New Sheerness Town Centre Chaplain, Rev Jeanette McLaren, on a community-building mission.

Firms being urged to fetch a pail for charity

25 April 2015
Firms being urged to fetch a pail for charity

It's hoped a bucket challenge ahead of next month's Paul Trigwell Island Run will take this year's fundraising total to more than £10k.

Puppy sparks fire trying to reach hamster on hob

24 April 2015
Puppy sparks fire trying to reach hamster on hob

A puppy leapt onto a cooker to reach a hamster cage, causing a fire which killed the rodent and a pet parrot - and left the house badly smoke-damaged.

Scooter gift from kind-hearted boss

21 April 2015
Scooter gift from kind-hearted boss

A Sheerness man, whose disabled wife was stolen from, has said the response to the theft has restored his faith in humanity.

Controversial plans back on the table

19 April 2015
Controversial plans back on the table

The firm behind a proposal to construct a wind farm on Sheppey is appealing against a decision not to grant planning permission.

Plans unveiled for new-look remembrance site

16 April 2015
Plans unveiled for new-look remembrance site

Proposals have been submitted for a £100,000 memorial wall to honour those killed in conflicts over the past 100 years.

20,000 mile journey to remember tragic ship’s crew

14 April 2015
20,000 mile journey to remember tragic ship’s crew

A visitor from Australia is travelling to take part in a gathering to mark the 100th anniversary of one of Kent's worst naval tragedies.

Ribbon cutting marks reopening of hall

13 April 2015
Ribbon cutting marks reopening of hall

A medieval building which closed its doors nine years is once again a visitor attraction thanks to a registered charity.

Tony happy to see it’s groundhop day

12 April 2015
Tony happy to see it’s groundhop day

TV and radio football commentator Tony Incenzo went to Sheppey United’s ground last month on his quest to visit every league and non-league ground.

Mum told to take down her children’s trampoline

11 April 2015
Mum told to take down her children’s trampoline

A mum has spoken of her frustration at being forced to take down her children’s trampoline.

‘Nasty’ raiders steal from mobility scooter

09 April 2015
‘Nasty’ raiders steal from mobility scooter

Thieves have stolen batteries from a pensioner's mobility scooter.

Fire crews fight blaze in Kemsley

05 April 2015
Fire crews fight blaze in Kemsley

A detached bungalow was severely damaged by fire in Grovehurst Road, Kemsley, after a blaze is thought to have broken out in the roof.

Bikers’ 3,000-mile tribute to RAF wartime heroes

05 April 2015
Bikers’ 3,000-mile tribute to RAF wartime heroes

Dave Muckle from Sheerness is among eight motorcyclists taking part in a fundraising tour of Britain and Europe's Second World War airfields.

Town bandstand taking shape

05 April 2015
Town bandstand taking shape

Performers will soon be making use of a £40,000 building at The Spinney in Leysdown.

Charity run will remember VE Day

02 April 2015
Charity run will remember VE Day

Organisers have revealed that this year's annual Paul Trigwell Island Run will have a wartime theme.

Signs of progress in school's report

02 April 2015
Signs of progress in school's report

Although there are areas which still "require improvement", Ofsted inspector have pointed to improvements at the Isle of Sheppey Academy.

Making the ultimate sacrifice – no chocolate!

30 March 2015
Making the ultimate sacrifice – no chocolate!

A six-year-old boy has given up sweet stuff as he aims to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation in support of his sister.

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