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Ukraine donation point opens at Designer Outlet

Ukraine donation point opens at Designer Outlet

13 June 2022

A Ukraine donation point has opened at Ashford Designer Outlet in a bid to encourage people to donate to the war-torn country.

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Not long left to nominate your chosen charity for a special award

Not long left to nominate your chosen charity for a special award

28 May 2022

The deadline for the Kent Charity Awards 2022 is fast approaching, so make sure you submit your entries soon.

Kent’s most inspiring teachers are recognised with awards

Kent’s most inspiring teachers are recognised with awards

21 May 2022

The Kent Teacher of the Year Awards celebrated the hard work of dedicated teaching staff from across the county.

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Sport and music-loving youngsters wanted for new award

Sport and music-loving youngsters wanted for new award

12 May 2022

Youngsters, tackling a sport or hobby regardless of illness or disability, are being sought for a new Children's Award.

Bucks Fizz's Cheryl opens charity shop

Bucks Fizz's Cheryl opens charity shop

21 April 2022

A well-known Kent singer has helped the hospice she is vice-president of open a new charity shop on a High Street.

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Feeling hot, hot, hot!

Feeling hot, hot, hot!

20 April 2022

More than 50 people braved the burn in a firewalk challenge to support youngsters with additional needs.

Back on your bike

Back on your bike

20 April 2022

A popular charity cycle ride which has been going 34 years and raised hundreds of thousands of pounds is back on the road again.

Ex-Prem stars line up for Ukraine appeal

Ex-Prem stars line up for Ukraine appeal

11 April 2022

A group of former Premier League footballers are lacing up their boots to help raise money for victims of the war in Ukraine.

Village church given community asset listing

Village church given community asset listing

10 April 2022

A campaign to save a redundant church has taken a step forward after the building was listed as a community asset by a borough council.

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Enter now! The Kent Charity Awards are open

Enter now! The Kent Charity Awards are open

31 March 2022

Recognise the incredible work of Kent charities, volunteers and trustees with these prestigious awards.

£100 picture found hidden in charity shop

£100 picture found hidden in charity shop

13 March 2022

A chance find in a charity shop has seen a picture by a 19th century Hungarian painter sold to a collector in his homeland.

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Brexit red tape sees Ukraine aid supplies held for days at Dover

Brexit red tape sees Ukraine aid supplies held for days at Dover

07 March 2022

Charity bosses say post-Brexit customs red tape at Dover has held up the transportation of aid shipments to Ukraine.

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'I got to 22 weeks before I was told my baby would die'

'I got to 22 weeks before I was told my baby would die'

23 February 2022

A mum who had to give birth to her stillborn son has spoken out about her heartbreak at losing him and is raising money in his honor.

'Real life super hero' is still helping others

'Real life super hero' is still helping others

20 February 2022

The family of a man who took his own life are determined to help those suffering from depression and stop others being devastated by suicide.

Strongman dedicates huge fundraising efforts to hospice

Strongman dedicates huge fundraising efforts to hospice

11 February 2022

A strongman who vowed to give back after his grandad died has now raised thousands of pounds for a hospice charity.

Rescue pups gifted with free meals

Rescue pups gifted with free meals

03 February 2022

Dogs at an animal rescue centre in Kent have received a generous donation of freshly prepared food.

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Runs to sign up for in Kent in 2022

Runs to sign up for in Kent in 2022

02 February 2022

What are your goals for the year? If getting fit and having something to aim for are part of them, we've found nine ways to get off the mark in 2022.

Calls to save homelessness service from KCC cuts

Calls to save homelessness service from KCC cuts

01 February 2022

Concerns have been raised about a plan to axe a service for homeless people just as more residents are at risk of losing their home.

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Girl's life-changing op to go ahead after last-ditch funding help

Girl's life-changing op to go ahead after last-ditch funding help

18 January 2022

A charity has offered to pay for the remaining funds so a one-year-old can have her life-changing heart operation.

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Volunteers honoured for their efforts for others

Volunteers honoured for their efforts for others

30 December 2021

People who volunteer to help others who need support across the county have been recognised for their tireless efforts.

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