Sam Cooper

1 week ago | kentlive.news | Sam Cooper

JD Sports, one of the UK's largest sports retailers, has announced plans to close around 50 stores next year. According to a business update released on April 9, the company will also open 150 new locations and relocate or convert 100 existing ones. With a total of 4,800 stores across 36 countries, including 412 in the UK, JD Sports expects the closures to mainly affect branches in Eastern Europe. The company stated, "We anticipate c.150 new stores and c.100 conversions/relocations in the year.

1 week ago | kentlive.news | Sam Cooper |Benedict Tetzlaff-Deas

A resurgence of yellow fever, a disease with origins in the 17th century, has prompted a South American nation to declare a national health emergency. Colombia has reported at least 34 fatalities due to yellow fever since the outbreak's onset, with the number of confirmed cases on the rise.

1 week ago | kentlive.news | Sam Cooper |Rory Poulter

Scores of drivers may be overlooking a crucial detail that could land them with a £1,000 fine - all for the simple mistake of not informing the DVLA about a change of address. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency has issued a stark reminder, cautioning motorists that updating personal details is more than just ticking a box - it's a requirement by law. An online alert from the DVLA said: "New home? Congratulations! Don't forget, you can use our online service to tell us you've moved.

1 week ago | lincolnshirelive.co.uk | Sam Cooper

In just a matter of weeks, Lincolnshire will elect its first ever mayor. Voters will go to the polls for the Greater Lincolnshire mayoral election on Thursday, May 1. Lincolnshire Live, Grimsby Live and Scunthorpe Live has teamed up with Iliffe Media to give voters a chance to hear from those hoping to be elected. We will be streaming a live hustings event to give candidates the opportunity to debate key issues and respond to questions from Local Democracy Reporters Jamie Waller and James Turner.

1 week ago | lincolnshirelive.co.uk | Sam Cooper

A 71-year-old man, under the influence of monkey dust, set fire to bedding in a street predominantly inhabited by elderly residents in their bungalows. Walter Harrison was spotted earlier in a state of undress on Churnet View, Leek, causing a commotion and disturbing neighbours with his erratic behaviour. The resulting blaze caused damage estimated at £100,000.