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Cafe bosses make ‘hard decision’ to close

Cafe bosses make ‘hard decision’ to close

21 August 2023

Bosses at a town centre cafe, which was recently visited by members of the Sidemen group, have made the “extremely difficult decision” to close it.

Drifter dodges driving ban – as petrolheads blast lack of Kent track

Drifter dodges driving ban – as petrolheads blast lack of Kent track

20 August 2023

A BMW driver whose car was seized by police after he was seen “drifting” around public roads is to undertake a third safer driving course.

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‘It’s unsustainable – Kent should not have to shoulder a national problem’

‘It’s unsustainable – Kent should not have to shoulder a national problem’

18 August 2023

Kent County Council says the number of vulnerable children arriving after crossing the Channel is placing the authority under unsustainable strain.

Man, 80s, dies after car smashes into building

Man, 80s, dies after car smashes into building

18 August 2023

A man in his 80s has died after a car smashed into a building.

Huge emergency response as car collides with house

Huge emergency response as car collides with house

17 August 2023

A woman has been taken to hospital after a car collided with a building.

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Floral tribute for woman killed in fatal crash

Floral tribute for woman killed in fatal crash

15 August 2023

Flowers have been tied to a lampost along a dual carriageway where a woman in her 40s died in a car crash.

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'They've replaced cobbles with cobbles - it's not worth £1.25m!'

'They've replaced cobbles with cobbles - it's not worth £1.25m!'

15 August 2023

A £1.25 million transformation of a town centre square has divided opinion, with some branding it a waste of money and others liking the new look.

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Woman in 40s killed in tragic crash

Woman in 40s killed in tragic crash

14 August 2023

A woman in her 40s was tragically killed in a crash on a dual-carriageway.

Serious crash shuts dual carriageway in both directions

Serious crash shuts dual carriageway in both directions

13 August 2023

A dual carriageway has been closed in both directions following a serious crash.

Crew rescued after yacht capsizes

Crew rescued after yacht capsizes

11 August 2023

Coastguard rescue teams were called after a yacht capsized off the coast of Kent and was pulled to shore.

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Operation launched to protect seals from disruptive jet skis

Operation launched to protect seals from disruptive jet skis

11 August 2023

Police have released a warning to jet ski riders following reports they have disturbed seals and other wildlife.

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McDonald’s unveils opening date for latest drive-thru

McDonald’s unveils opening date for latest drive-thru

08 August 2023

A fast food giant has revealed plans to create more than 100 jobs in Kent.

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Rewind with nostalgic 1950s festival

Rewind with nostalgic 1950s festival

07 August 2023

After a successful debut last summer, the Kent ‘50s Festival returns with a classic car show and music from a rock ‘n’ roll legend.

Potentially life-saving defibrillators installed in son’s memory

Potentially life-saving defibrillators installed in son’s memory

28 July 2023

Three defibrillators have been installed in memory of a man who died from cardiac arrest aged just 40-years-old.

‘Devastating blow for patients' as ‘super’ hospital snubbed

‘Devastating blow for patients' as ‘super’ hospital snubbed

27 July 2023

A bid for £460 million to be spent on a new Kent hospital or much-need upgrades to existing sites has been snubbed by the government.

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BMW ‘drifter’ gains support with petition for dedicated Kent track

BMW ‘drifter’ gains support with petition for dedicated Kent track

23 July 2023

A ‘drifting’ enthusiast whose car was seized after being caught on public roads is calling for a dedicated Kent track for fellow fans to practice.

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‘Please don’t ruin our lovely village with more homes’

‘Please don’t ruin our lovely village with more homes’

21 July 2023

A council has approved plans to build 37 homes on empty land, despite pleas from residents, who fear their village is morphing into a town.

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Man charged after three car fires in village

Man charged after three car fires in village

21 July 2023

A man has appeared in court, charged with arson, after three cars blazes.

Princess Anne visits Kent village

Princess Anne visits Kent village

18 July 2023

Princess Anne arrived in Kent by helicopter to officially open a development for affordable homes, and received a tour of the houses.

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The 46 Kent parks given prestigious status

The 46 Kent parks given prestigious status

18 July 2023

Some of the county’s best parks and green spaces have been revealed, as they are awarded Green Flag status.

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