The hospital where a necrophiliac carried out his sick crimes cannot be turned into a “police state”, says an NHS trust boss.

A litter picker has been left shocked after discovering what she believes is a hazardous material dumped at a nature reserve.

A man has been charged after Lego sets and food were repeatedly stolen in two Kent towns.

A grammar school has been awarded the best in the UK for the International Baccalaureate by a popular parents’ guide.

Secret Drinker joins the A-Team at a pub that’s ditched being posh and pricey.

Missed appointments, cards going AWOL and a Gills season ticket arriving three months late – we lift the lid on Royal Mail delays.

A town centre fashion retailer has been forced to temporarily close its doors after asbestos was found in the building.

Members of the public called police after finding an injured woman in a town street.

A grammar school has sent out a warning to parents after its internal email system was hacked.

The mother of one of David Fuller’s victims has called for a hospital boss to resign following an inquiry into “serious failings”.

A pensioner stalked a woman he met at a Christian function, sent unwanted letters and gifts to her home and even phoned her workplace.

A council has launched a survey as the first stage in plans to help women feeler safer on the streets.

From candlelit carols to big band concerts, we’ve got some of the best music to get you in the festive spirit this December.

A council plans to bring in charges at three free car parks and to increase fees elsewhere.

Police officers including those who helped to find a missing man and another who intercepted a possible hammer attack have been presented with awards.

A council is consulting on its plans for 33 acres of woodland described as a valued community asset.

A road remained open while officers dealt with a collision involving a person and a vehicle.

A cash machine fraudster who told his elderly victims ATMs were not working before stealing cards and pocketing cash has been jailed.

A trucker has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a 75-year-old died following a crash.

From gingerbread decorating to film screenings and ice skating, there’s lots to keep everyone happy this Christmas. Here’s our top picks.