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Carer shortage fears after homes forced to lay off unjabbed staff
05 December 2021Care firm bosses forced to lay off unvaccinated staff because of new government rules fear the move will exacerbate massive worker shortages.
Patients heading for booster jabs stuck in hour long traffic queues
03 December 2021Patients who have booked booster jabs are being caught in traffic for up to an hour because of roadworks near a medical centre.
Extras wanted for new big-budget film in Kent
03 December 2021A casting agency is on the lookout for a range of different people to star in a big-budget Sam Mendes movie which will be filmed in Kent next year.
Man arrested after six shops raided
01 December 2021A man has been arrested on suspicion of burglary by police investigating six raids on shops.
A sack load of festive treats this weekend
01 December 2021From markets with seasonal goodies to the arrival of Santa, there's some fabulously festive events on this weekend across Kent.
Lanterns to lead the way
01 December 2021A lantern parade will be the centrepiece of one seaside town's Christmas lights celebrations this weekend.
'I don't talk about trans rights because it's not my place'
29 November 2021A Kent MP says it is not her place to speak on trans issues since it is not her “lived experience”.
Cannabis farm unearthed after blaze
25 November 2021A cannabis farm has been unearthed by police following a fire.
Burst water main shuts road outside retail park
25 November 2021A main road is expected to be shut until Monday due to a burst water main.
'People putting migrants in boats are murderers'
24 November 2021People smugglers facilitating perilous crossings to the UK have been slammed as 'murderers' after more than 30 asylum seekers died in the Channel.
Passengers restrain man on train as others flee in terror
24 November 2021Brave commuters restrained a 'screaming and ranting' man as others huddled in fear during a terrifying incident on a train.
Seagull and rat fears over plans to replace bins with sacks
23 November 2021A council is replacing black bins with purple bin bags after a complaint over a bad smell - sparking 'outrage' from residents.
Tragic mums could have been infected with herpes during C-sections
22 November 2021Two mums from Kent who died of herpes after giving birth could have been infected with the virus by the same surgeon, an investigation has found.
100 days missing: Search continues for musician, 31
22 November 2021On the 100th day since a talented artist and musician went missing, police have renewed their appeal for information as to his whereabouts.
Archive pictures of celebs switching on Christmas lights in Kent
21 November 2021People have flocked back to our towns to mark the festive run-up - to celebrate here's some famous blasts from the past.
Kent council elects first ever Green
19 November 2021A local authority in Kent has elected its first ever Green Party representative after a historic victory.
'You’re from Herne Bay? It’ll cost you 10% more'
19 November 2021A popular pub has defended its 10% discount for locals after a customer from Herne Bay complained it is being subsidised by out-of-towners.
A&E 'like warzone' as 158 left waiting 12 hours
18 November 2021EXCLUSIVE: More than 150 people were left waiting 12 hours in A&E last month – as a Kent hospital trust comes under increasing pressure.
Litter wardens 'spying on people' as they target smokers
15 November 2021The role of council-hired litter wardens has been criticised after it was revealed they dished out 96% of fines to people dropping cigarette butts.
Burglars swipe chocolate and Capri Suns in botched cash raid
12 November 2021Raiders caused more than £2,000 of damage when they smashed their way into a cake business – only to walk away with soft drinks and chocolate.
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