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Veteran striker Stefan Payne struck twice to dump Sittingbourne out of the FA Cup on Saturady (5th September) afternoon, as SCEFL leaders AFC Greenwich Borough recovered from a two-goal deficit to earn a place in Monday’s draw with a super strike in stoppage time.

Sittingbourne returned to form by edging Ashford United in a five-goal Bank Holiday Monday (31st August) thriller at the Staxson Stadium. 

After one of the most bizarre and ridiculous FA Trophy ties in the Clubs history, Sittingbourne crashed out of this season's competition on Friday (28th August) night in a tie that had just about everything against Aylesbury United. 

For the fourth game in a row, Sittingbourne found a stoppage time goal, on Saturday (22nd August) afternoon, this time to break the hearts of SCEFL Premier Erith & Belvedere who deserved a second crack at the Isthmian side after a terrific Cup-tie. 

Jordy Mongoy's last gasp equaliser earned Sittingbourne what seemed for long spells to be an unlikely point against Cray Valley in a game of few chances on Saturday (15th August) afternoon. 

Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall signs a new contract with the club that runs until 2031.

Soon-to-be world number one Elena Rybakina will face Aryna Sabalenka in a blockbuster US Open final between the tournament's top two seeds.

The inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship begins on Friday. From the global stars competing to how it all works - here is everything you need to know.

San Francisco 49ers record dominant 27-7 victory over Super Bowl favourites Los Angeles Rams in front of a crowd of more than 100,000 at Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Leeds United managing director Robbie Evans says the club and boss Daniel Farke are "on the same page" as they look to agree a new contract.

The head of MI5 has issued a "call to arms" for the whole of society to treat national security as a shared challenge.

Five people have been killed and 40 others injured in a Dutch tour bus crash in eastern Switzerland, police said.

The UK economy recorded 0.4% growth in July, partly on the back of artificial intelligence (AI) investment, according to early official figures that outperformed expectations.

Andy Burnham wants to expand support for fan-owned sports clubs, reviving a policy he helped pioneer under New Labour.

The RNLI has advised its staff and volunteers to choose carefully when to wear its uniform after what it described as "unacceptable abuse" endured in recent weeks.

A police dog has assisted officers in tracking down a suspected motorbike thief minutes after the report was made in Sittingbourne on Friday (4th September).

Workers at the UK's largest paper mill, DS Smith in Kemsley, are facing potential redundancies following proposals to shut down one of the machines based there.

Families are invited to join Demelza for its annual open day and help the hospice continue to provide expert clinical care to children with serious or life-limiting conditions.

The RPM (Reaching People Through Music) Record Shop, on West Street here in Sittingbourne, is celebrating after securing funding to purchase a new point-of-sale (POS) till system, helping this much-loved local charity; the Fenner Frost Foundation, improve its operations and customer care.

Faversham's East West Cross Town Walking Route has been recognised with a prestigious national award, highlighting the success of a partnership project that has improved opportunities for walking across the town.

The UK economy recorded 0.4% growth in July, partly on the back of artificial intelligence (AI) investment according to early official figures that outperformed expectations.

One of Britain's most troubled water suppliers has called off plans to raise hundreds of millions of pounds from investors amid the ongoing regulatory and political uncertainty engulfing the industry.

The John Lewis Partnership (JLP) has sounded a note of caution over its outlook after surging costs and weaker consumer confidence contributed to deeper half-year losses.

The EU has drafted new rules which could lead to more restrictions for Airbnb and other short-term home rental companies.

There is mounting concern over the impact of intensifying hostilities in the Middle East on the global economy, as oil prices topped $100 a barrel again.