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Struggling shop to ‘cut losses’ and shut after 25 years
23 August 2024A couple behind a craft store say they are “cutting their loses” and closing after 25 years amid struggles to make a profit.
Big fish steals the show at popular water festival
23 August 2024Colourful fish, dancing robots and a firebreather were just some of the sights on show at the popular Hythe Venetian Fete.
90-minute delays at Dover as Bank Holiday travel warning issued
22 August 2024Drivers are facing 90-minute delays at the Port of Dover - as travel experts issue a warning over congestion ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.
‘Horrifying’ arson attack destroys school’s grounds as £2k raised
20 August 2024Pictures show the aftermath of a "horrifying" arson attack which decimated a primary school's grounds as a fundraising campaign is launched.
Model shares snaps after 'incredible' stay at wildlife park
19 August 2024Model-turned-presenter Kelly Brook showed off her curves during an ‘incredible’ break at a Kent safari park.
Why beautiful walk along one of ‘UK’s best beaches’ is perfect for summer’s day
18 August 2024We’ve found the perfect walk for a summer’s day in Kent - taking in pricey properties, one of the UK’s ‘best beaches’ and some fascinating history.
Bus driver denies causing death of pensioner
14 August 2024A bus driver accused of killing a pedestrian will argue there was a mechanical problem with his vehicle when it crashed into a shelter.
Biker dies in crash with lorry on route to busy beach
13 August 2024A motorcyclist has died following a crash with a lorry on a road leading to a popular beach.
‘I thought someone had snatched him’: Mum’s terror as son, 5, goes missing at beach
13 August 2024A mum has told of the terrifying moment her five-year-old son went missing at the beach, sparking a frantic 90-minute search.
Beach road shut as landslide investigations begin
12 August 2024A beach access road has closed for three days as investigations into a series of landslides begin.
‘Summer storm turned our lives upside down – it was a force of nature’
12 August 2024We look back on huge summer storm which dropped two months rainfall in just two hours and saw people rescued from first floor windows.
Future of award-winning visitor centre still unknown
11 August 2024The fate of a country park’s visitor centre, which closed due to rising costs, is still to be decided, council bosses confirmed.
Missing teen, 15, found safe and well
08 August 2024A 15-year-old missing since Wednesday has been found safe and well, police have confirmed.
‘It had something for everyone - we just can’t believe it’s gone’
07 August 2024We trace the history of one of Kent's best-loved leisure centres as its sudden closure leaves 144 staff without a job.
Biker, 36, dies after crash with horse box and SUV
06 August 2024A motorcyclist has died following a crash involving a horse box and an SUV.
‘Inappropriate’ holiday let approved at Paul O’Grady’s former home
05 August 2024Paul O'Grady's widower has gained permission to turn a security office at the late TV star's home into a holiday let amid opposition.
Gorilla born in Kent animal park achieves amazing first in the wild
05 August 2024A silverback born and reared at a wildlife sanctuary has become the first in the world to breed with others in the wild.
‘Beach barbecues must be banned - people should bring picnics instead’
02 August 2024Barbecues should be banned at all beaches in a Kent district before someone is badly injured, a councillor believes.
‘144 staff have lost their jobs - it's a terrible time for all of us’
01 August 2024Scores of jobs have been lost following the sudden closure of a popular leisure centre, leaving staff "extremely upset".
‘We're not closing - but need to raise £30m’
01 August 2024Bosses at a popular attraction need to raise £30m over the next decade to keep facilities up to scratch - but insist it is not in danger of closing.
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‘Plumbers charged my elderly relatives £8,560 but settled on £765 when challenged’
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Video captures panic as fireworks display goes wrong and ‘boy’s face burnt’
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Where 11,000 new homes could be built in district
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Family-run garage closes for final time after 92 years of trade
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Kent pub 'surrounded by sheep' named one of UK's best to visit in autumn
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