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Town set for biggest week in a decade
13 July 2021Just days away from one of the biggest sporting events in the calendar, we find out how Sandwich is preparing for The Open.
'We'll run a casual restaurant and won't be demolishing things'
13 July 2021Those behind plans to open a fast-food restaurant in a historic part of Kent have defended their vision following criticism.
Opening of six-storey Hilton hotel delayed again
12 July 2021A 140-room Hampton by Hilton hotel originally set to open in December has postponed its launch again.
'We will keep restrictions in place - even after July 19'
12 July 2021A major hotel has confirmed it plans to keep Covid safety precautions in place - even if all restrictions are lifted on July 19 - as cases soar.
Historic ship to 'tower over Wetherspoon'
11 July 2021A famous ship will make a voyage around Kent next week before docking for restoration - where it will loom large over a Wetherspoon for weeks.
'This is not going to be a Wetherspoon'
10 July 2021Plans to host shows at a former cinema-turned antiques shop have been given the green light despite fears of anti-social behaviour.
Bid to save club facing closure after 100 years
09 July 2021A campaign has been launched to save a debt-ridden social club from closure after members were told it was to shut in its 100th year.
Alcoholic water brand teams up with brewer
08 July 2021Endorsed by one of the world's biggest stars, a new brand of alcoholic sparkling drinks are being launched in the UK.
Was champagne invented in Kent? A new star-studded film reveals all
08 July 2021A feature-length documentary looking at the making of champagne and sparkling wine in Kent will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.
A taste of cuisine and castles as cruise tourism returns
07 July 2021Passengers on the second cruise liner to visit Dover since Covid sampled top tourism attractions in the area.
Will you miss table service at our pubs and bars?
07 July 2021Opinion is split on whether scrapping table service in our pubs is a good or bad thing as Covid restrictions are eased. Vote in our poll...
Palace gardens ready for first picnic visitors
07 July 2021Buckingham Palace visitors will enjoy picnics on the royal lawns for the first time this Friday and there are still tickets on sale for the summer.
Coffee giant opens latest outlet
07 July 2021One of the world's biggest coffee shop chains has opened another outlet in the county.
Get on the trail of food and ale
07 July 2021A food and ale trail, encouraging people to visit pubs, breweries, cafes and markets in a town with rewards at the end, has launched in a Kent town.
Goodbye to old-look centre as food hall takes shape
07 July 2021It's farewell to the empty shell of a Gourmet Burger Kitchen, but bigger food plans are about to be served up.
Brewer tees up deal with The Open
06 July 2021One of Kent's biggest brands has signed up to be an official partner of golf showcase The Open which returns to the county this month.
What's on at this weekend's mini Kent County Show
06 July 2021This year's Kent County Show will be a mini two-day version, the Kent Summer Fayre, happening this weekend. Here's what's on:
Visitor economy grants available
05 July 2021Firms in the tourism sector hit by the pandemic can apply for a new grant of up to £3,000.
Hugely popular bakery café opens another Kent shop
04 July 2021A top chef behind a popular bakery café which became an overnight hit has opened another store.
18th century pub to be replaced by homes
01 July 2021Work has started on pulling down a former pub and replacing it with housing.
