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Sign up now for lifeboat run

24 August 2014
Sign up now for lifeboat run

People are being invited to sign up for this year’s Sheerness Lifeboat Run.

Brother names baby after heroic soldier

23 August 2014
Brother names baby after heroic soldier

The baby nephew of a soldier killed in Afghanistan has been named in his honour.

Ian saddles up for Demelza challenge

22 August 2014
Ian saddles up for Demelza challenge

A well-known fundraiser is preparing to take on a 54-mile cycle ride for charity.

Arson arrest after third massive barn blaze

22 August 2014
Arson arrest after third massive barn blaze

A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a massive farm blaze destroyed three barns - in the third similar attack in weeks.

Doors open once again at historic dockyard church

22 August 2014
Doors open once again at historic dockyard church

Islanders have a rare opportunity to visit an iconic building which is the subject of a huge restoration project.

'Skull Cracker' accomplice jailed

21 August 2014
'Skull Cracker' accomplice jailed

A man accused of helping an escaped Kent prisoner dubbed the Skull Cracker has been locked up.

Neglected stray Buddy makes dramatic recovery

21 August 2014
Neglected stray Buddy makes dramatic recovery

A dog found wandering the streets in a seriously neglected condition is on the road to recovery and has learned to trust again.

Firefighter pair sign off after 60 years of service

19 August 2014
Firefighter pair sign off after 60 years of service

Two long-serving Island firemen are retiring after serving a combined total of more than 60 years.

Boy, 4, hurt after falling through damaged frame

17 August 2014
Boy, 4, hurt after falling through damaged frame

A mum whose son was hurt after falling through play equipment at a popular family spot says it needs to be checked more regularly.

It was scary but it hasn’t put me off

17 August 2014
It was scary but it hasn’t put me off

A charity worker has spoken about the frightening moment an angry client began throwing things around and threatening her.

Roll up for the carnival weekend

16 August 2014
Roll up for the carnival weekend

All the fun of the fair will be in Sheerness today for the Sheppey Summer Carnival celebrations.

Owners delighted with restoration of Art Deco icon

15 August 2014
Owners delighted with restoration of Art Deco icon

The father and son team who are working to restore an iconic Sheppey building have said things are progressing – slowly.

Asda bid unveiled

15 August 2014
Asda bid unveiled

It’s been revealed that supermarket giant Asda has plans to open a food store in the county – and with it the promise of dozens of jobs.

Stay close to nature at reserve

14 August 2014
Stay close to nature at reserve

If you want a room with a view there’s few better places on the Island than one of the newly installed shepherd’s huts at Elmley Nature Reserve.

Sunset stroll along the seashore helps people with cancer

13 August 2014
Sunset stroll along the seashore helps people with cancer

Almost 100 people took part in a five-mile walk to raise money for charity.

‘Confident’ on heritage centre future

12 August 2014
‘Confident’ on heritage centre future

It is hoped a new group will be found to take over a Sheppey museum which should reopen before the end of the year.

Volunteer learns from fighting poverty

12 August 2014
Volunteer learns from fighting poverty

A volunteer who is helping communities in South Africa says she has learnt so much in just a few weeks.

Artist swoops on cruelty with striking wall picture

11 August 2014
Artist swoops on cruelty with striking wall picture

A street artist who has painted a huge picture of a bird on a Sheppey building has revealed his reasons behind the image.

Quilt raises money for good cause

11 August 2014
Quilt raises money for good cause

The Poppy Patchers held a Quilts in the Garden display to raise money for the Harmony Therapy Trust.

Former steel workers’ riveting night

10 August 2014
Former steel workers’ riveting night

The Albion pub in Blue Town was the venue of choice for a group of former steel mill workers for their reunion.

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