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Ooh Betty… did you see stunt unfold?

15 January 2015
Ooh Betty… did you see stunt unfold?

It's four decades since Islander Michael Crawford drew crowds to the beach when he filmed an episode of Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em here.

Fears for homes by cliff edge

10 January 2015
Fears for homes by cliff edge

A worried resident who fears up to 30 homes could disappear over a cliff due to erosion has started a group calling for urgent action.

Care home's first resident dies

09 January 2015
Care home's first resident dies

Anne Dear, who enjoyed a near-four decade occupancy at The Mount in Sheerness, has passed away, aged 61.

Tributes to Island's Soul Man

08 January 2015
Tributes to Island's Soul Man

Friends and colleagues have spoken of their shock at the death of popular Sheppey FM DJ, Chris Luck.

Islander's crusade for safe cycle track

06 January 2015
Islander's crusade for safe cycle track

Cyclist Helen Knell is campaigning for a bike-friendly lane to be installed in one of Sheppey's busiest roads.

Boy's football dream comes true

04 January 2015
Boy's football dream comes true

Arsenal supporter Luke Allen is counting down the days until he runs out on to the pitch with his beloved team.

Burglars pay high price for targeting homes

04 January 2015
Burglars pay high price for targeting homes

Twelve people arrested in Swale for burglary and theft offences since June have been jailed for a total of 31 years, police figures show.

Performers shine at school show

02 January 2015
Performers shine at school show

West Minster primary's annual talent contest was described as the "best yet" by staff.

Youngsters' frighteningly good show

01 January 2015
Youngsters' frighteningly good show

Students at Katie Jane Dance Academy wowed audiences with a series of spooky-themed performances.

Optimistic about changing times for town centre stores

01 January 2015
Optimistic about changing times for town centre stores

The chairman of Sheerness Town Team said he welcomes competition from Neats Court retail park.

Barmy bathers' festive dip

31 December 2014
Barmy bathers' festive dip

Swimmers took to the icy sea for a post-Boxing Day plunge organised by Minster Beach Huts Association.

Project launched to honour blast victims

31 December 2014
Project launched to honour blast victims

Blue Town Heritage Centre is appealing for information on workers killed in a dockyard explosion to mark the 100th anniversary of the tragedy.

Share your memories of the big freeze

27 December 2014
Share your memories of the big freeze

People who remember the days when the sea froze off Sheppey are being asked to come forward.

Year ends on a high note as dole queues shrink

25 December 2014
Year ends on a high note as dole queues shrink

Since January, the number of people claiming job seeker's allowance has dropped by 36% across Sittingbourne and Sheppey.

Station car park campaign steps up a gear

24 December 2014
Station car park campaign steps up a gear

Talks are due to start on a scheme to convert railway sidings in Queenborough.

Young Gunner's dream comes true

24 December 2014
Young Gunner's dream comes true

Sheppey youngster Luke Allen will come face-to-face with his football idols when he runs out as Arsenal's match day mascot next month.

Supermarket giant plans Island move

23 December 2014
Supermarket giant plans Island move

Up to 75 jobs could be created on Sheppey if proposals for a new store at Neats Court retail park get the go ahead.

Inmates moved from prison to avoid trouble

23 December 2014
Inmates moved from prison to avoid trouble

The Ministry of Justice has moved up to 150 prisoners from a Kent prison to avoid trouble as tensions rise over the festive period.

"Santa" bikers' Xmas mission

22 December 2014
"Santa" bikers' Xmas mission

About 30 motorcyclists hit the road to deliver presents to Island care homes.

Burst water main brings delays

21 December 2014
Burst water main brings delays

Town centre-bound drivers continue to face tailbacks.

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