Seaside Award Winning Sandgate Beach: The Best in Shepway?
Sandgate Beach has been awarded a 2013 Seaside Award by "Keep Britain Tidy" - one of only 113 English beaches to gain the award this year.
23 May 2013
Kent Police update April 2013 - Sandgate, Cheriton, and surrounding areas.
Good News Stories: PCSO Mark Ball attended the One Stop in Cheriton Road in relation to a report of Robbery. From viewing the stores CCTV Officer Ball was able to ascertain the direction of travel before and after the event. From checking other local stores CCTV footage it was determined that the original target had been The Coop. Footage shows the male suspect attempting to enter the store just before they were scheduled to open and upon being unable to gain access proceeded to the One Stop. This investigation is currently on going.
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23 May 2013
Bus Time Changes Don't Go Far Enough
Local Lib Dem Gary Fuller has welcomed the additional Sunday and Bank Holiday services being introduced by Stagecoach buses between Folkestone, Sandgate and Hythe, but says the changes don't go far enough.
21 May 2013
Elderly advised to be on guard for bogus callers: Police investigating four incidents in Shepway
Kent Police are advising elderly residents to be on their guard after a number of bogus caller incidents in the Shepway area.
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15 May 2013
Shepway's Rubbish Collection from Flats: Put A Lid On It
Strong winds in Sandgate last night on the eve of a recycling collection has shown up the boxes issued to many as "not fit for purpose". Litter and waste was blown from boxes in Sandgate High Street, leaving the area looking devastated and in need of a major clear-up.
15 May 2013
UKIP If You Want Too...
Starting with the obvious: it must be said that UKIP did very well in the County Elections in May. Across Kent, they've formed the official opposition, inclusing 4 seats in Shepway: Folkestone West, Folkestone South, Folkestone North-East and Romney Marsh.
13 May 2013
Skylark Vintage Comes to Sandgate
Skylark Vintage has opened its doors on Sandgate High Street, selling lace crotchet dresses, tops, vintage accessories, shoes, bags - you name it, its there!
13 May 2013
Folkestone "Age Concern" Con Warning
Kent Trading Standards are warning about two people posing as Age Concern workers in the Folkestone area, but then robbing their victim.
13 May 2013
Public meeting to discuss the future of Prince's Parade
Venue: Hythe Bay School - Main Hall, Cinque Ports Ave, Hythe CT21 6HS
9 May 2013
National News
Mental Health
Whole-Person Mental Health: Care, Choice, Community, and Combatting Populism
The UK is facing a mental health emergency. Liberal Democrats have a proud record of pushing Britain’s mental health services forward. Now we are offering the bold solutions we need to fight the crisis unfolding in our communities.
DC
14 Mar 2026
Universities & Skills
From Local Roots to Global Reach: A Liberal Vision for Universities
British universities are a world-leading export and an engine for innovation, but today, the sector is at a breaking point. Liberal Democrats have passed a new plan to deliver a fairer deal for students and graduates and secure the future of the sector.
IS
14 Mar 2026
Economy & Business
Revitalising Town Centres and High Streets
Liberal Democrats are committed to building town centres that inspire pride for generations to come. It is time to stop ignoring the decline of our high streets and breathe new life into them as vibrant hubs for the future.
DC
14 Mar 2026
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