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rail tragedy A RETIRED firefighter died after he was hit by a train at West Malling station just two days after his 67th birthday. Gary Cook, of Falcon Green, Larkfield died from multiple in- juries, it was stated when an in- questwas opened and adjourned. The tragedy happened shortly
downsmail.co.uk Ex-fireman in Stones stadium deal
THE Gallagher Group has ex- tended its naming rights’ agree- ment two years early to support Maidstone United’s plan to double the size of its main stand. Gallagher has paid £100,000 to-
after 3.30pm on Sunday, May 17. Mr Cook had been a retained fire- fighter at the Larkfield base inNew Hythe Lane for 21 years until his re- tirement in 2003. His funeralwas due to take place
on Friday, June 12 at Vinters Park Crematorium. He leaves a wife and two sons.
Driving charge
A KINGS Hill motorist is the first in Kent to be charged under new drug-driving legislation. Alex Young (23), of Victoria
Drive was stopped and arrested in QueensAvenue, Maidstone. He was charged with driving a
motor vehicle with a proportion of a controlled drug (cannabis) above the specified limit and was bailed to appear at Maidstone Magis- trates’ Court on Friday, June 12, after the Downs Mailwent to press.
wards the club’s £600,000 project to provide an extra 350 seats, support- ers’ lounge and extra terraces behind both goals. The sponsorship deal means the home of Maidstone United will be known as the Gal- lagher Stadium until at least 2022. Maidstone FC chief executive Bill
Williams said: “The company’s sig- nificant contribution has boosted our fundraising efforts for thissummer’s stadium improvement work. “Adding extra seats is a priority but this work will also increase the
MORE than £400,000 has been spent on equipment for Maidstone Hospi- tal by the League of Friends. The league donated £443,000 in
the last year, raised at quiz nights, coffee mornings, prize draws, its bookshop and a fete. Items bought include an ultrasound machine, a scanner for the stroke unit, recliner chairs and wifi.
From left, property manager Stephen Gallagher with Maidstone United co-owner Terry Casey, Pat Gallagher and Bill Williams
capacity. On a number of occasions during the past few yearswe’ve had sell-outs, so by going up to 3,000 it will give more families the opportu- nity to come and enjoy our big games.”
Gallagher Group chairman Pat Gallagher said: “Maidstone United returning to the town was always going to be great, but you would
Friends’ help for hospital Over the last seven years, the
league has contributed more than £1.5 million towards equipment for Maidstone Hospital. The League of Friends has just un-
veiled its shop in the reception area of the hospital in Hermitage Lane, and presented a cheque for almost £268,000 to buy a laser urology ma- chine.
have struggled to imagine the enor- mity of their impact. It was clear to us very early on that Terry, Oliver and the team around them were worth backing and so it has proved. “It is a privilege and a pleasure to
be associated with the club and to bring forward our sponsorship to help them take the next step in their development.”
Treasure trail
FAMILIES are invited to join in the fun of a treasure hunt around Aylesford’s sites of interest from 3pm on Saturday, June 28. The trail will start and end at St
Peter’s and St Paul’s Church where cream teas will be available. The treasure hunt is free but do- nations are requested for the church. For more details, call 01622 717434.
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