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How JFK inspired thousands to walk across Kent
05 April 2023Thousands of people took part in legendary 50 mile walks in the 1960s, organised by the Kent Messenger and inspired by the president of the USA.
'My sister is missed every day – she was super brave'
03 April 2023A woman whose sister died of breast cancer is running the London marathon to raise money for charity.
Boy, 8, becomes ambassador for charity that helped save his dad's life
31 March 2023A young boy has been appointed as a Young Ambassador for an air ambulance charity that responded to more than 3,000 incidents last year.
Young musicians' gala concert proves to be glittering success
29 March 2023A medieval castle provided the historic backdrop for the first gala concert of the Kent and Medway Young Musicians Trust.
'I couldn't concentrate and it felt like I was in hell'
27 March 2023A young woman who has autism is fighting to change what she says is a "broken" education system after suffering through school.
Children's Awards open for nominations
20 March 2023Kent's Children's Awards are back and here's how you can nominate a child, family or charity for an award and the chance to win a fantastic prize.
'All you know is you are helping someone somewhere'
10 March 2023An emergency service run entirely by volunteers has helped the air ambulance save countess lives over the past 10 years.
'We are doing everything we can to avoid closure'
09 March 2023A charity's staff have been warned about redundancies but the chairman of its trustees says all hope is not lost.
'MBE follows hard work, determination and a little bit of luck’
07 March 2023An artistic director from Kent has received a top honour for his services to the arts and the community.
Quirky museum appeals for new volunteers
13 February 2023New volunteers and trustees are needed for a quirky museum when it reopens to the public in April.
Turkey and Syria donation point to open at Designer Outlet
10 February 2023A pop-up donation point is opening at a shopping centre to help those affected by the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
Warning over fake quake appeals as DEC launches disaster fund
09 February 2023An appeal is being started by the Disasters Emergency Committee to help victims of the Turkey-Syria earthquakes but there's a warning for UK donors.
Town's carnival axed as 'unpopular with shoppers'
02 February 2023An annual parade due to return after the pandemic has been cancelled due to complaints over road closures and car park access.
'We want to be world champions'
28 January 2023They are just nine years old but two boxing sisters hope to one day be crowned national champions.
Schoolboy's sock mission for homeless people
27 January 2023A nine-year-old has been inspired to help others after he won an award for his involvement in promoting mental health and wellbeing.
George's Army raises thousands in memory of popular teenager
27 January 2023Family and friends of a teenager who died aged 15 have raised thousands of pounds in his memory for a cancer charity.
Teacher to have head shaved in fundraiser for pupils
27 January 2023A primary school teacher has vowed to shave her hair off in a bid to raise £15k towards specialist equipment for her pupils.
'I've been teetotal for six months and never felt better'
20 January 2023A mum says quitting alcohol has given her more energy as she looks to push herself further by taking on the national three peaks challenge.
Kent’s charity runs to sign up for in 2023
04 January 2023Whether you want to hit your fitness goals, beat your PB or raise money for charity, these runs and races are the perfect place to start.
The Kent people recognised in New Year Honours list
30 December 2022Find out who from Kent features on the New Year Honours list, including a mum who helped set up a food bank during the pandemic and a foster carer.
