Firefighters were called to a fire at a coffee shop in Boston town centre this morning (Wednesday, April 17). Appliances from Boston and Leverton, including one equipped with an aerial ladder platform, attended the outbreak at Caffè Nero, in Strait Bargate. They were called to the incident – a fire in an air conditioning unit – shortly after 9am.Moderate damaged was caused by heat and smoke to the unit, a spokesman for the fire service said.Caffè Nero has been approached for a comment, but yet to respond. Free, interactive furries workshop for children at Boston pet shop … [Read more...] about Fire at Boston town centre coffee shop
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Exeter murder investigation: Woman found dead at home and man arrested at shop
A 35-year-old woman has been found dead at an Exeter home as a murder investigation continues, police have confirmed. A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the suspicious death of a woman in Exeter this morning. Emergency services were called to a property on Chancellor's Way at 4.30am this morning, where the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The man was arrested at the Spar shop in Pinhoe shortly after, and has been taken into custody. A police spokesperson said: "A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the suspicious death of a woman in Exeter this morning. "Police and ambulance were called to an address in Chancellors Way at 4.30am following concern for the welfare of the woman at the property. "The 35-year-old woman was pronounced deceased at the scene. "A 35-year-old man was arrested at the Spar shop in Pinhoe a short time later. He has been taken into custody at Torquay. "The pair are known to each other. "Police are not … [Read more...] about Exeter murder investigation: Woman found dead at home and man arrested at shop
Driver arrested after shop crash
A 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving after a van crashed into a convenience store.Police were called to Chris’s Food & Wine in Tonbridge Road in Maidstone just before 1am last Wednesday (April 10). Officers attended the scene and the man, from County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, was taken to a local hospital as a precaution.He was later arrested before being released from custody pending further enquiries.The store was forced to shut for 24 hours while the damage was assessed, before reopening to the public on Thursday morning.A temporary front door has since been installed before a permanent replacement is delivered over the coming fortnight.Shop owner Ravi Shankar said last week: “I actually had a ram-raid at another store in Barming 10 or 15 years ago, when thieves tried to use a jeep to steal a cash machine, so compared with that, this is pretty minor.“But it’s certainly frustrating, we’re losing sales today and a lot … [Read more...] about Driver arrested after shop crash
Littlehampton chip shop owner criticises seafront development plans
The owner of a chip shop on Littlehampton seafront has voiced his concerns over plans to redevelop the area. Arun District Council has submitted plans to change the use of parts of the seafront to allow temporary food and drink outlets, watersports facilities and attractions on the promenade east of Harbour Park and south-east of Banjo Road during peak seasons.But Charlie Williams, who runs Williams & Sons fish and chip shop in Coastguard Road in Arun Parade, said the plans would damage his livelihood.He said: “My family has worked on the seafront for over 50 years over three generations, and these plans would have huge impact on my business.“It’s a double whammy – more traders, less customers. “I simply cannot understand the poorly thought out plans that have been put forward.”According to the plans, the temporary food outlets could include a pizza oven, ice cream, crepes and waffles, burgers and sausages, gin and prosecco, cakes and pastries, … [Read more...] about Littlehampton chip shop owner criticises seafront development plans
Free, interactive furries workshop for children at Boston pet shop
A Boston pet shop is holding free, interactive workshops this Easter for children aged 5-11. The My Pet Pals sessions at Pets at Home, in Queen Street, will focus on caring for ‘small furries’, such as rabbits, gerbils, and guinea pigs.They will take place every day at 11.30am until Sunday, April 28, and be hosted by Pets at Home pet care advisors.Catherine Marks, store manager at Pets at Home, said: “The My Pet Pals workshops demonstrate how rewarding pets can be and how to care for them, making sure parents and kids understand pet welfare and responsible pet ownership. “It’s a great way of learning how to keep small furries happy and healthy during a fun and hands-on experience!”Each workshop lasts 30 minutes and is free to attend.Bookings can be made at petsathome.com/petworkshops.All children attending workshops will receive an exciting activity book, pet stickers, and colouring sheets. New painting and drawing course in Boston … [Read more...] about Free, interactive furries workshop for children at Boston pet shop