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First look inside new cross-Channel ferry
21 June 2021Irish Ferries launches on the Dover to Calais route later this month - here's what to expect.
Striking plans to give town centre ‘new lease of life’
21 June 2021Plans to build shops and flats on the site of a burned-out pub will breathe new life into a town centre, a developer believes.
Much-loved cafe put up for sale
19 June 2021The owners of a popular eatery are retiring after 25 years and putting the premises on the market.
How to fight back against cybercrime
18 June 2021A major new initiative to tackle online crime will be officially launched during a free online forum later this month.
Ambitious plan for old theme park cinema site unveiled
18 June 2021Theme park bosses have unveiled ambitious plans for "world-class" 365-day a year entertainment centre and hotel at an old cinema site.
'We don't need work from home law'
17 June 2021A leading business figure has hit out at claims a law could be passed to allow staff to work from home - even after restrictions are lifted.
‘So many roles to fill... but we just can’t get the staff’
17 June 2021A massive recruitment drive for hospitality workers has been launched - as the industry deals with staff shortages following the Covid lockdowns.
Theme park giants argue rival's £2.5bn plan should be dropped
16 June 2021A battle between theme park bosses is brewing as one of the world's biggest operators takes legal advice about plans for a rival venue in Kent.
Just days left to get your free tickets
16 June 2021There's just a few days left to enter the Kent Bigger Weekend ballot, which has more than 5,000 free tickets to county attractions up for grabs.
Plans revealed for 'revolutionary' winery designed by Wembley architect
16 June 2021Proposals have been unveiled for a multi-million pound winery in the Kent countryside designed by one of the world's most famous architects.
'Night venues could close forever if government doesn't act now'
15 June 2021A nightclub manager has said the county is at risk of losing some of its most iconic venues following the delay of freedom day.
Freedom Day delay a 'hammer blow' for firms
15 June 2021Many businesses will be counting the cost of a delay to the easing of restrictions - after Boris Johnson's announcement last night.
Life's a beach - at Leysdown on the Isle of Sheppey
15 June 2021Kent has some wonderful beaches so our team of reporters have been testing them out armed with sunscreen, shorts and funny hats.
'Freedom delay will cost me £500k'
14 June 2021Those running bars in a Kent town, set to lose thousands because of the delayed easing, have blasted the lack of information on safe revelling.
Cruise giant prepares 'contingency plans' if Covid easing delayed
14 June 2021A leading cruise ship operator holds its AGM this morning - just hours before Boris Johnson is expected to announce a delay to 'freedom day'.
'World's smallest ice cream parlour' to open in phone box
12 June 2021A tiny ice cream parlour promising massive, Instagram-worthy ice creams is set to launch in an old phone box outside a Wetherspoon pub.
'Please don't cancel my wedding for a third time, Boris'
12 June 2021As the nation waits to find out if the end to lockdown is delayed, a bride-to-be is facing the prospect of another wedding cancellation.
£20 million hotel opens after eight-year project
11 June 2021A long-awaited hotel standing six-storeys high and boasting 129 beds has opened its doors to guests for the very first time.
Eurotunnel to open duty-free store
11 June 2021The return of duty-free shopping for cross-Channel travellers continues as Eurotunnel confirms it will open a new store.
Deadline looms for apprenticeship awards
11 June 2021A leading apprenticeship award scheme takes places later this year - but time is running out to enter your nominations.
