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Pier will be open in time for school holidays
17 May 2015A new leisure pier hoped to attract thousands of people to Folkestone will be ready in time for summer holidays, harbour owners say.
The Kingsmead transformation revealed
14 May 2015The shape of things to come with cinema, shops and housing planned for 10-acre Kingsmead site in central Canterbury.
Lovin' it? McDonald's plans new restaurant
13 May 2015Fast food giant McDonald's has submitted a planning application for a new Kent restaurant and drive-thru.
Multi-million pound revamp complete
13 May 2015The largest refurbishment ever undertaken by Kent brewery Shepherd Neame has been completed at a hotel.
Saga owners bank £239m
13 May 2015The private equity owners of Saga have raised millions by selling off shares in the over-50s holiday and insurance business.
Paramount problems for hospital?
11 May 2015Darent Valley's maternity manager fears services could be overstretched if a £2 billion entertainment resort is opened on the Swanscombe Peninsula.
UK's first cycling pub opens its doors
10 May 2015A unique boozer which specialises in beers and bikes has opened in a Kent village.
Protests at plans for new 24k-seater Gills stadium
04 May 2015Plans for the Gills to move to a new ground twice the size of the current stadium have caused protests among residents living near the proposed site.
Business combines gaming with night out
04 May 2015Two young entrepreneurs have come up with a unique concept, combining clubbing and video games.
Eyesore development plans delayed by red tape
04 May 2015Plans to transform former pub which has been derelict have been delayed following changes to government regulations.
Saga profits up 'ahead of expectations'
30 April 2015The over-50s holiday and insurance business has made a "strong" start to life on the stock market as it reports its first full-year results.
Fashion queen Vivienne launches community cafe
30 April 2015Dame Vivienne Westwood officially opened a cafe and showed her support for the East Kent Reality Party on a visit to the county.
Restaurant's F-word blunder
30 April 2015Restaurant chiefs were red-faced after accidentally sending a four-letter laden email to a customer.
'Better' Father Christmas World revealed
29 April 2015A controversial Christmas attraction is hoping to reopen again this year - as plans are revealed for this year's 'better' event.
Positive reaction to Paramount Park
29 April 2015New plans for London Paramount Park have enjoyed a positive reaction as many hope the complex will boost the economy and provide jobs.
Mythical castle unveiled for London Paramount park
28 April 2015The latest details and illustrations for a proposed world-class entertainment resort to be built in Kent have been released.
Rogue ice cream traders frozen out
28 April 2015Rogue ice cream sellers are being given the cold shoulder by licensed traders who say they are stealing business.
Board changes at tourism group
28 April 2015Two executives have taken top roles at an organisation which encourages people to visit the county.
Maidstone Utd gets cash boost for stadium update
24 April 2015Maidstone Utd were handed a welcome investment from local businessman Pat Gallagher to improve its stadium - just days after securing promotion.
Stones won't be splashing the cash
24 April 2015Terry Casey will continue to run Maidstone United as a business after criticising Margate’s big-spending ways.
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