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This week we report on the story of planning application to install a 5G mast in St Leonards receiving backlash from local residents.

Many have expressed their disapproval and concern at the proposal with more than 100 comments submitted to Hastings Borough Council’s planning department.

For the full story and reaction, pick up today’s Observer.

In other news, three parks in Hastings have been recognised by an environmental charity and retained their Green Flag status.

St Mary in the Castle is set to close later this year as the charitable trust will be ending its lease with the council, as the latter said it ‘does not have the resources available’ to support the trust.

For the full story, see today’s Observer.

In other news, a man has also arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a collision in which two teenagers suffered life threatening injuries, say police.

A man has been sentenced after police seized 7kg of cocaine, 2kg of heroin and £300,000 in cash.

And in other news in this week’s paper, a GoFundMe campaign to help raise funds for a funeral for a Hastings woman has already surpassed its £3,500 goal.

Full details on how you can save up to 20 per cent on your Observer are also inside today’s paper.

For this and other stories, pick up a copy of today’s Observer.