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Vandalism fears as ‘thought-provoking’ sound mirror set for seafront
11 September 2023A bronze sound mirror could be installed on a seafront – but there are concerns the artwork will be targeted by vandals.
Shocking footage shows mob attack on Calais beach
11 September 2023Two asylum seekers caught on camera as they took part in an attack on police trying to stop them crossing the Channel have been jailed.
'Our town needs a new leisure centre'
10 September 2023Council bosses say "doing nothing is not an option" as plans to revitalise an ageing swimming pool are to finally move forward this year.
Picture-perfect pumpkin patches to visit this autumn
09 September 2023Pick your own pumpkins and take the perfect autumnal Instagram picture at these stunning patches.
Second bid for luxury hotel and spa at country park
08 September 2023Developers have submitted amended plans for a 120-bed hotel at a popular park, after it was previously rejected due to concerns over the environment.
Kent castle set to be lit up this Christmas
07 September 2023A colourful trail with thousands of twinkling lights is set to transform a historic Kent castle and gardens this Christmas.
Dog festival cancelled as temperatures to soar
07 September 2023A festival for four-legged friends has been postponed over welfare fears as temperatures are set to reach the high 20s
Delighted nun reunited with ring lost 60 years ago
07 September 2023A metal detectorist who discovered a gold ring in a field has reunited it with its owner – who lost it in the 1960s!
Historic mill's renovated cap lifted into place after five years
06 September 2023A historic windmill is one step closer to being restored to working order after its cap was hoisted into place following five years of renovations.
10 free days out at unique Kent attractions
06 September 2023Heritage Open Days are back so we’ve picked 10 unique days out, from WWI trenches to Victorian cemeteries - and you don’t even need to book.
Man and woman ‘assaulted’ in seafront fight
04 September 2023Ambulance crews and police were called to a beach after a reported fight, in which two people in their 50s were allegedly assaulted.
Asylum seeker paid for crossing with humanitarian aid funding
04 September 2023An asylum seeker caught piloting a dinghy in the Channel after paying for his crossing with aid funding has now been jailed.
'I left my bar job and opened my own in a horsebox'
03 September 2023An ex-bar manager who missed the buzz of working in a pub has set out on her own by converting a horsebox into a bar.
McDonald’s applies to open new restaurant 24 hours a day
02 September 2023A new McDonald’s – set to open in the coming weeks and create 120 jobs – could be a 24/7 operation.
A2 to stay shut all day after large fuel spillage
02 September 2023A key road is expected to remain closed all day following a large fuel spillage.
‘She said many times that respite was all she needed’
31 August 2023A mum seeking to honour her daughter's memory is set to hold a festival to raise money for important mental health facilities.
‘If housebuilders get off the hook, who else will get a free pass to pollute?'
31 August 2023Campaigners have branded plans to “rip up” safeguards protecting rivers “a disgrace” – as several Kent housebuilding schemes could now be kickstarted.
The 11 Kent bus services being cut back or completely axed
30 August 2023A list of bus service set to be completely axed or reduced next week has been revealed, as Stagecoach continues to slash costs.
Worrying pictures show popular pier's legs rusting away
30 August 2023Concerning pictures show how some of the legs holding up a popular pier which is home to a busy cafe are rusting away.
New Christmas light trail announced for Kent castle
30 August 2023The dazzling new event will be in addition to the festive trails at Tonbridge Castle, Leeds Castle and Bedgebury National Pinetum.
