Author: Benjamin

Plans for transforming a former golf course into a community parkland are one step closer to reality after more than £1million was set aside for its conversion.Proposals for the site, which is of the former Deangate Ridge Golf Course, were put out for public consultation in August 2023 with final designs approved in February.The former Deangate Ridge Golf Course will become a community parklandNow £1.16 million in funding has set aside by Medway Council for use in delivering the 43-acre site on the Hoo Peninsula with 2.5km of walking paths and cycle routes.The local authority has agreed the release of…

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Euro 2024 kicks off this week, and to celebrate, our KM Group newspapers feature a special supplement dedicated to top-class football this summer. In partnership with the Kent FA, we’re celebrating the Euros, which begin this Friday, and highlighting our own young footballers in the county. The supplement includes numerous team pictures and a souvenir wallchart. Don’t miss your copy of Euro Vision, where we celebrate the passion and dedication of grassroots youth teams across the county. Picture: Barry Goodwin Track the progress of European nations as they aim for the final in Berlin on Sunday, July 14. Germany, the…

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Saturday 15 June 2024 7:00 am Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email The business value of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has risen to $16.4bn while the brand value has increased in 2024, according to a report. The business value of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has risen to $16.4bn while the brand value has increased in 2024, according to a report. The Chennai Super Kings reportedly now have a brand value of $231m with all but one side – the Lucknow Super Giants – coming in above $100m. The data,…

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Brian Watt, 33, along with an accomplice, ambushed Connor Gallacher at Scotmid in Glasgow’s Budhill on March 31, 2024. The accomplice held a blade near Mr. Gallacher’s neck and threatened, “Open the till or I will slash your throat.” The pair escaped with £668 before Watt attempted to rob another convenience store later that same day. READ NEXT: Attempted murder suspect jailed after stealing £26k car and abandoning it In the second incident, Watt fled empty-handed. He admitted guilt at Glasgow Sheriff Court to charges of assault, robbery, and attempted robbery. The court was told that Watt and his accomplice arrived…

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Details regarding closure timings, diversions, and affected tunnels are provided below. Both the east and west tunnel at the Dartford Crossing will be closed on Saturday night from 9.30pm to 5am. The QEII bridge southbound will also be closed on Saturday night from 10pm to 5am for maintenance works. The Dartford Crossing, linking Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex, is a vital road crossing over the River Thames. This information is accurate at the time of publication, but may be subject to change, particularly in adverse weather conditions. Friday, June 7 – Saturday, June 8 A282 Northbound A282 northbound Dartford…

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Daniel Bell-Drummond remains optimistic about Kent Spitfires teammate Matt Parkinson’s ability to bounce back after a rare off day in their T20 Blast home defeat to Middlesex. Despite playing on a used pitch at The Spitfire Ground, Parkinson struggled to find his rhythm, ending with figures of 0-37. Bell-Drummond acknowledged Parkinson’s recent strong performances, including a hat-trick against Middlesex at Chelmsford and economical bowling against Hampshire. He attributed Parkinson’s challenges in the recent match to the difficulties posed by the left-hand-right-hand batting combination of the opposition. However, he expressed confidence that Parkinson will return stronger, echoing the team’s resilience. Spitfires…

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These will mainly be on the A27 in the early hours of the morning for maintenance work. If you are set to be travelling along these areas, it’s best to take note of different diversions that may be in place. Here’s a list of all the closures from Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 16 on Sussex’s main roads to be aware of. M23, A23 and A27 road closures for Friday, June 14 M23 On the M23 southbound way, there will be a carriageway closure between Junction 9 and 10 for surface works from 8pm to 6am. A23 On the A23 southbound way,…

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“Gillingham’s Players to Encounter Fresh Changes at Priestfield Upon Return When Gillingham’s players step back into Priestfield next month, they’ll find more than just new faces on the squad. The club has undergone internal developments, investing in facility upgrades to enhance the working environment for both players and staff. Gillingham’s Managing Director, Joe Comper, shared insights into the ongoing changes post-season. Among the transformations are improvements to the players’ lounge, aimed at creating a more comfortable and conducive space. Additionally, office renovations have taken place to foster a better working culture. Comper highlighted the emphasis on consolidating football staff on…

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Location : The M23 northbound exit slip at junction J9 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Broken down vehicle. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 05:30 and 05:45 on 15 June 2024. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 05:30 and 05:45 on 15 June 2024. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed. Source link

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