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‘Back to basics’ policy is what makes garden centre popular
21 August 2013Meet another entrant to our Dartford and Gravesham Business Awards 2013.
Businesswoman could be forced to close her shop
19 August 2013A businesswoman fears she is going to have to shut down her shop as not enough people are aware it exists.
Countdown on for Morrisons opening date
02 August 2013The countdown is now on for the opening of Sheppey’s Morrisons store, and its manager thinks the supermarket will be the start of good things to come.
Stop mucking us about!
02 August 2013Tesco is in the 'last chance saloon' with its latest application to build in Dartford town centre, according to the council leader.
Boyband are suited and booted by Kent tailoring firm
01 August 2013Three piece vocal group Blake visited T.M.Lewin at Bluewater to be fitted for new suits ahead of their performance at the centre's Glow arena
Work progressing at £30m Neats Court transformation
25 July 2013A drive-through restaurant and petrol station at the £30m transformation of Neats Court could be open within weeks.
Shopkeepers in limbo as Tesco thinks again
25 July 2013Business owners affected by Tesco’s delayed plans for Lowfield Street have complained they are being kept in the dark.
Developers to announce £500,000 town centre investment
22 July 2013The company behind plans for a Sainsbury's on the outskirts of a Kent town are expected to announce a major investment for the next three years
Cheers to more hot weather!
21 July 2013Rising temperatures will mean a bumper crop for Meopham Valley Vineyard.
Tesco submits plans to breathe life into 'derelict' parts of Dartford
18 July 2013A multi-million pounds scheme to transform Dartford town centre is finally taking shape... after 11 years and four planning applications.
Mystery buyer puts in bid for prime retail site
14 July 2013The Royal Star Arcade in Maidstone poised to change hands - but at a massive £8m loss in just six years
Next’s hopes of building a large store outside of the town centre have been thrown into doubt
08 July 2013Next’s hopes of building a large store outside of the town centre have been thrown into doubt, despite receiving planning permission.
Looking to win the regeneration game
05 July 2013Councillor sets sights on one of Maidstone's busiest streets as town centre revamp continues.
Next faces opposition from town centre businessman
01 July 2013Opponents of the new Next store off junction 7 of the M20 say the chain should have used empty space in the town centre instead.
Tesco store plans under threat
24 June 2013Doubts have been cast over plans for a Tesco on the outskirts of a Kent seaside town after developers stalled a planning application.
Debbie’s creating a stir with chocolate business
21 June 2013Dieting Debbie Carter battles temptation every day – she makes and sells her own chocolates, and they’re going down big in Parliament.
Spend 10% and 50% will stay with the local economy, shop owners say
20 June 2013Celebrate Independents' Month by shopping with local businesses, say traders in Maidstone.
Council's urgent plea... for 1,200 elf hats!
19 June 2013Bosses at a Kent council are looking for someone to supply them with 1,200 elf hats in time for Christmas.
Newsagent turns to the USA for inspiration
17 June 2013Sweet success as Kent businessman imports root beer, Tootsie Rolls, Oh Henry and Lucky Charms to improve takings
Next gets go-ahead for controversial store
17 June 2013139 jobs promised as £9m out-of-town shop gets green light despite opposition
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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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