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112 homes set for former Pfizer site - but none will be ‘affordable’
02 December 2024Plans to build 112 homes on land once occupied by Pfizer have been granted - but none of the properties will be classed as ‘affordable’.
Housing developer threatens to pull £50m funding including for major road and schools
02 December 2024A developer wants to slash more than £50m worth of new infrastructure and community facilities - putting a £30m road scheme and new school in doubt.
‘I just want to fix my sinking house – but council blunder has caused months of anxiety’
02 December 2024A pensioner whose Grade II-listed house needs critical repairs says a council mistake has caused months of worry and cost him thousands of pounds.
Staff in tears as 'much-loved' community shop rocked by £25K rent bill
02 December 2024A ‘lifeline’ second-hand charity store which helps people with autism and challenging backgrounds has closed after a rent review left it in arrears.
What does Labour's 'bus revolution' with 'London-style' services really mean for Kent?
02 December 2024The government has announced a £27 million boost for bus services in Kent and Medway. Here we look at how things could change…
‘Homes decision is government signalling our precious countryside is now fair game’
01 December 2024Labour has approved plans for 165 rural homes turned down by Conservative housing minister Michael Gove.
Shoppers stuck in gridlock after crash outside supermarket
01 December 2024Shoppers at an outlet centre got stuck in long tailbacks after a crash which gridlocked a busy tunnel.
90 homes approved despite fears of ‘concreting over the countryside’
01 December 2024Residents battling to stop up to 90 homes being built in a village have been defeated - despite fears the countryside is being “concreted over”.
Farmer’s plan for micropub and campsite given green light by council
01 December 2024A farm has been given the go-ahead to open a 45-pitch campsite and micropub as owners say “diversification is key” to staying alive.
Festive bus delights hundreds of children on the school run
01 December 2024A bus driver has turned her vehicle into a festive grotto and is serenading her young passengers with seasonal songs.
'We've got big boots to fill - but have a unique selling point'
01 December 2024Two young entrepreneurs who have taken over a well-known fishmonger shop plan to breathe new life into the business with an entirely Kentish twist.
Private school to open SEN centre for 60 students
01 December 2024An independent school for secondary students is taking in special needs children in the new year.
Zookeeper loses tip of finger after cutting tiger’s food ‘too small’
01 December 2024A zookeeper lost the tip of his finger to a Siberian tiger after hand-feeding it meat in small chunks which he had prepared.
‘It’s more a refurb than a new build’: Work at ‘abandoned’ town flats scheme back on track
01 December 2024We take a behind-the-scenes look at how work at a controversial new homes development is progressing as it edges closer to final completion.
End of an era as popular Italian restaurant to be sold after 47 years
01 December 2024The boss of a popular Italian restaurant is retiring after almost 50 years and has put the business up for auction.
‘It’s more a refurb than a new build’: Work at ‘abandoned’ town flats scheme back on track
01 December 2024We take a behind-the-scenes look at how work at a controversial new homes development is progressing as it edges closer to final completion.
MMA fighter left neighbour with fractures after ‘jumping over fence and repeatedly punching him’
01 December 2024An amateur fighter jumped a fence to attack his neighbour and rain down “at least 10 blows” while he was “pinned” to the ground.
The bracing Kent winter walk across world-famous golf course to cosy pier cafe
01 December 2024If you’re looking for fresh air and stunning views this weekend, this could be a great place to start - no matter the weather.
Tributes to ‘local legend’ who lived for the sea
01 December 2024The last of Kent’s traditional oyster fishermen has died aged 95.
Biscuits, fish and chips and copious cups of tea - how to get to 104
30 November 2024A retired nurse who still lives in her own home at the age of 104 says she has been “very lucky” in life as she celebrates around family and friends.
