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'Shambles' as 20 cars queue for disabled spaces at hospital

'Shambles' as 20 cars queue for disabled spaces at hospital

29 September 2023

Disabled parking at a Kent hospital has been described as “shambolic” after more than 20 cars were pictured queuing for spaces.

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‘Unviable’ micropub could be turned into home

‘Unviable’ micropub could be turned into home

27 September 2023

A micropub that struggled in the wake of the pandemic could be converted into a home as bosses say the business is “no longer viable”.

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Horrific close shave as train goes through level crossing with barriers up

Horrific close shave as train goes through level crossing with barriers up

27 September 2023

A car driver had to reverse off a level crossing when a train came through while the road barriers were up.

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Farm shop submits plans for holiday let cabins

Farm shop submits plans for holiday let cabins

24 September 2023

Plans have been submitted to create three new overnight glamping pods next to a popular farm shop and cafe.

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‘My clever, brilliant boy seemed so happy – and that’s the frightening thing’

‘My clever, brilliant boy seemed so happy – and that’s the frightening thing’

22 September 2023

The heartbroken mum of a teenager who took his own life has spoken of the tragedy in the hope it will save others from going through the same agony.

Town in a pickle as Ham Sandwich sign sparks 'trip hazard' complaint

Town in a pickle as Ham Sandwich sign sparks 'trip hazard' complaint

21 September 2023

A handmade sign popular with tourists which had to be moved following complaints has been given a new home.

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'Swarms of mosquitoes are eating us alive'

'Swarms of mosquitoes are eating us alive'

19 September 2023

A mosquito infestation is causing misery for residents in a Kent town – with some staying inside to avoid “being eaten alive”.

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'Woman who took her own life has given me mine back'

'Woman who took her own life has given me mine back'

18 September 2023

A father-of-five’s health has been transformed after receiving an organ transplant from a woman who took her own life.

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Second bid for luxury hotel and spa at country park

Second bid for luxury hotel and spa at country park

08 September 2023

Developers 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

Kent castle set to be lit up this Christmas

07 September 2023

A colourful trail with thousands of twinkling lights is set to transform a historic Kent castle and gardens this Christmas.

Biker in hospital after crash with lorry on A-road

Biker in hospital after crash with lorry on A-road

07 September 2023

A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital following a crash with a lorry on an A-road.

Historic mill's renovated cap lifted into place after five years

Historic mill's renovated cap lifted into place after five years

06 September 2023

A 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

10 free days out at unique Kent attractions

06 September 2023

Heritage 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.

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Man and woman ‘assaulted’ in seafront fight

Man and woman ‘assaulted’ in seafront fight

04 September 2023

Ambulance crews and police were called to a beach after a reported fight, in which two people in their 50s were allegedly assaulted.

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McDonald’s applies to open new restaurant 24 hours a day

McDonald’s applies to open new restaurant 24 hours a day

02 September 2023

A new McDonald’s – set to open in the coming weeks and create 120 jobs – could be a 24/7 operation.

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A2 to stay shut all day after large fuel spillage

A2 to stay shut all day after large fuel spillage

02 September 2023

A key road is expected to remain closed all day following a large fuel spillage.

The 11 Kent bus services being cut back or completely axed

The 11 Kent bus services being cut back or completely axed

30 August 2023

A list of bus service set to be completely axed or reduced next week has been revealed, as Stagecoach continues to slash costs.

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Green light for new village estate despite ‘rat-run’ fears

Green light for new village estate despite ‘rat-run’ fears

24 August 2023

Plans for a 53-home estate branded a “recipe for disaster” by villagers have cleared the first hurdle.

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Arsonist faces jail after three cars set alight

Arsonist faces jail after three cars set alight

23 August 2023

A man has pleaded guilty to arson after setting three cars alight in one road overnight.

Video shows dog off lead chasing sea birds at nature reserve

Video shows dog off lead chasing sea birds at nature reserve

21 August 2023

Footage of a dog chasing sea birds while off the lead in a protected area has prompted calls for owners to keep their pets under control.

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