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Witnesses are needed after a four-year-old boy was hit by a car when crossing the road.A black Range Rover was involved in a collision with the young pedestrian on Nelson Road, Gillingham, at around 4.12pm yesterday (Friday).Nelson Road in Gillingham. Picture: Google MapsA police spokesperson said: “The boy was reported to have been crossing the road prior to the collision.”Officers and paramedics attended the scene, and the boy was taken to a London hospital for treatment to serious injuries.He remains in hospital at this time.The road was closed while an investigation was completed. Officers from Kent Police’s Serious Collision Investigation…

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Jim Dickson MP has written to Cllr Peter Osborne, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, raising long-standing safety concerns about the junction of Princes Road and Darenth Road. Mr Dickson warns that the latest crash “adds to a growing number of accidents” at the site. In his letter, Mr Dickson says he is “increasingly concerned that the current road layout and traffic arrangements present an ongoing risk to motorists, pedestrians, and other road users”. READ MORE: Three escape blaze after fire breaks out at Woolwich flat He also insists the issues residents have “repeatedly raised” about the junction must now…

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The Bromley house at 4 Plaistow Grove is where the iconic musician lived from age eight to 20 and began writing the songs that would later define his career. It is now being restored by the Heritage of London Trust with plans to open it to visitors by late 2027. To mark the occasion, the Trust hosted a special event at Ravens Wood School in Bromley, which Bowie attended during his youth, featuring artist and musician George Underwood, Bowie’s childhood best friend. George Underwood (Image: Heritage of London Trust) Read more Eltham burrito restaurant up for Uber Eats food award…

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England’s World Cup game against Mexico on Sunday could be moved to a more fan-friendly time this weekend.According to local media reports, the round of 16 tie in the Azteca, which was due to kick off 6pm local time (1am Monday in the UK), could be brought forward to an earlier time on Sunday.Pubs and bars will now be able to say open until 5am to allow revellers to watch the England game against Mexico. Photo: Steven Paston/PAWeather forecasts suggest there could be thunderstorms and heavy rain around that time.However, the tournament’s organisers FIFA are yet to confirm or provide…

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