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Weekend meteor shower promises celestial fireworks

Weekend meteor shower promises celestial fireworks

07 October 2022

A meteor shower will be visible in the skies above us this weekend and here's how you can see it.

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'He was enthusiastic about everything he did'

'He was enthusiastic about everything he did'

07 October 2022

Tributes have been paid to a former deputy mayor and district and town councillor who has died of cancer aged 66.

Traffic fears as new McDonald’s takes shape in Tesco car park

Traffic fears as new McDonald’s takes shape in Tesco car park

07 October 2022

Drone pictures show how a town's third McDonald's branch is nearing completion - but councillors have concerns about litter and traffic.

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Villagers' fury as four-month water leak still not fixed

Villagers' fury as four-month water leak still not fixed

07 October 2022

Residents say a water leak - which has become a 60-yard stream - has wasted a "massive" amount of gallons and is also a health and safety issue.

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Serious crash closes A21

Serious crash closes A21

06 October 2022

Part of the A21 was closed following a serious crash involving two vehicles.

Man seriously injured in street assault

Man seriously injured in street assault

06 October 2022

A man has been flown to hospital with a head injury after a suspected street attack.

Supermarket launches £1 meal deal in cost of living plans to help over 60s

Supermarket launches £1 meal deal in cost of living plans to help over 60s

06 October 2022

A £1 meal deal and a proposal to let hard-up groups use its cafes for free are among a supermarket's plans to help its older customers.

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Huge emergency response on clifftop

Huge emergency response on clifftop

06 October 2022

Police, ambulance, coastguard and search and rescue vehicles were called to a clifftop after concerns were raised for a man's welfare.

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House prices soar by £140k+ in three parts of Kent

House prices soar by £140k+ in three parts of Kent

06 October 2022

The cost of buying a property in three parts of Kent has doubled in a decade, new research has found.

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Puppy killed during robbery

Puppy killed during robbery

06 October 2022

An 11-month-old cockapoo was killed after suspected robbers targeted its owner.

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Shops confirm changes to opening hours at Christmas to give staff a break

Shops confirm changes to opening hours at Christmas to give staff a break

06 October 2022

Shops are beginning to confirm Christmas opening hours as retailers prepare for customers to begin festive shopping earlier to spread the cost.

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Heavy showers and blustery winds for Kent

Heavy showers and blustery winds for Kent

06 October 2022

Despite blue skies in large parts of the county today the Met Office says the county is in for some blustery weather as we reach the middle of autumn.

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Schoolboy hit by car taken to hospital

Schoolboy hit by car taken to hospital

06 October 2022

A secondary school pupil has been taken to hospital after he was hit by a car.

Damaged town centre car park set to finally reopen

Damaged town centre car park set to finally reopen

06 October 2022

Shoppers will finally be able to use a multi-storey car park again after a safety inspection was completed.

Air ambulance lands after cyclist and van crash

Air ambulance lands after cyclist and van crash

06 October 2022

Emergency crews are at the scene of a serious crash involving a van and a bicycle.

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The big red bus selling incredible breakfast everyone in Kent should try

The big red bus selling incredible breakfast everyone in Kent should try

06 October 2022

With "mumbled eggs", sourdough toast and a proper cup of tea - our reviewer had a five-star veggie breakfast experience at this unusual cafe.

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Horror as worker pulled into machine

Horror as worker pulled into machine

06 October 2022

A company has been fined thousands of pounds after an employee broke three bones in his shoulder, bruised his elbow and wrist and damaged his head.

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'Serious fly infestation’ found in pub kitchen

'Serious fly infestation’ found in pub kitchen

06 October 2022

A "serious" fly infestation, rotting food and dirty fridges were discovered in the kitchen of a village pub by a hygiene inspector.

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Petition to keep 'artery' path open at seafront scheme

Petition to keep 'artery' path open at seafront scheme

05 October 2022

A petition requesting a vital path is allowed to stay open while work continues on a seafront housing development has been discussed by councillors.

Catapult and uninsured car seized by police

Catapult and uninsured car seized by police

05 October 2022

A car was towed away after being found with no insurance and no tax, while a catapult found inside will be destroyed.

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