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More new homes and community hub for garden city project

More new homes and community hub for garden city project

24 March 2024

One of the UK’s largest regeneration schemes could see its latest project become a “focal point” for the community.

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Cheers to the future! Micropub and homes plan approved for derelict boozer

Cheers to the future! Micropub and homes plan approved for derelict boozer

24 March 2024

The new owners of a once proud village pub left in ruins and “plagued by fly-tippers” have revealed their “exciting” plans for its future.

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‘We need to get on with the crossing’

‘We need to get on with the crossing’

24 March 2024

Despite growing concerns over costs, the government has been urged to press on with the controversial plan for a third Thames Crossing.

Nuclear test veterans march on Number 10 to demand compensation

Nuclear test veterans march on Number 10 to demand compensation

23 March 2024

Two ex-servicemen travelled to Downing Street in a bid to get justice after being used as ‘guinea pigs’ during Britain’s nuclear testing programme.

Toilets shut at play park for revamp to make them ‘easier to keep clean’

Toilets shut at play park for revamp to make them ‘easier to keep clean’

22 March 2024

The toilets at a pirate-themed playground have been closed to undergo a makeover to help make them easier to clean.

Huge haul of illegal cigarettes seized in shop crackdown

Huge haul of illegal cigarettes seized in shop crackdown

22 March 2024

More than 120,000 illegal cigarettes have been seized as part of a joint police and Home Office operation stubbing out illegal trade in two towns.

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Kent MP’s bill to overturn ‘unfair’ ULEZ expansion blocked

Kent MP’s bill to overturn ‘unfair’ ULEZ expansion blocked

22 March 2024

A Kent MP’s bill aimed at overturning the expansion of London's ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) has been blocked in the House of Commons.

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‘People are totally fed up with the political class’

‘People are totally fed up with the political class’

22 March 2024

This week the Kent Politics Podcast welcomes Dartford council leader Jeremy Kite who shares his views on the state of politics.

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‘We have to live on this land – there are no other options’

‘We have to live on this land – there are no other options’

22 March 2024

A family of Show People say they had no choice but to illegally move onto green belt land as the county’s Traveller sites are full.

Mum-of-four jailed after grandad killed in ‘horrific’ hit-and-run

Mum-of-four jailed after grandad killed in ‘horrific’ hit-and-run

21 March 2024

A mum-of-four who caused the death of a pensioner by dangerous driving after hitting him and “just driving off” has been jailed.

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Country lane shut for fly-tipping for third time in six weeks

Country lane shut for fly-tipping for third time in six weeks

21 March 2024

Fly-tippers have led to a road being shut again after trees and branch were spotted blocking the route.

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Calls to restore storm-damaged village sign

Calls to restore storm-damaged village sign

21 March 2024

A parish council is appealing for help to replace its village sign after it was damaged in a storm.

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Huge queues after accident closes tunnel

Huge queues after accident closes tunnel

21 March 2024

A crash on a major motorway is causing huge traffic jams.

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Pizza plans submitted for third time

Pizza plans submitted for third time

21 March 2024

Proposals to turn a derelict pub into a pizza takeaway have returned four years after they were first refused.

Roof replacement plans for ‘vital’ theatre after crumbling concrete scare

Roof replacement plans for ‘vital’ theatre after crumbling concrete scare

21 March 2024

Plans have been submitted to replace the roof of a town’s entertainment venue which was forced to shut following the discovery of unsafe concrete.

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Country lane shut after wooden posts fly-tipped

Country lane shut after wooden posts fly-tipped

20 March 2024

A large pile of wood with nails sticking from it has forced the closure of a country lane.

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Woman banned from having animals avoids jail for owning neglected dogs

Woman banned from having animals avoids jail for owning neglected dogs

20 March 2024

A 73-year-old pensioner who was banned from owning animals but found with neglected dogs, cats and a canary has avoided jail.

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Holi 2024: Where to celebrate the Hindu festival in Kent

Holi 2024: Where to celebrate the Hindu festival in Kent

20 March 2024

Hindus everywhere are preparing to celebrate Holi, the vibrant festival of colour. Here’s everything you need to know about the festivities.

Mother goose rescued after getting feet caught in fishing wire

Mother goose rescued after getting feet caught in fishing wire

20 March 2024

An animal rescue team leapt into an icy cold lake to help an Egyptian goose who had fishing wire wrapped around her feet.

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‘Dangerous’ lorry driver who was four times the limit on M25 avoids jail

‘Dangerous’ lorry driver who was four times the limit on M25 avoids jail

19 March 2024

A 34-year-old driver who was spotted driving erratically on the motorway has avoided a prison sentence but lost his licence.

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