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University staff vote to strike over job losses and cut courses

University staff vote to strike over job losses and cut courses

05 April 2024

Staff at a Kent university have voted to strike over courses being cut and in defence of jobs.

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High Street loses another bank

High Street loses another bank

05 April 2024

A high street has lost another bank after serving customers for the final time yesterday.

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JD Gym bids to open 24/7 offering non-stop access

JD Gym bids to open 24/7 offering non-stop access

05 April 2024

A major high street gym chain has submitted a bit to operate one of its fitness centres around the clock from a shopping centre.

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‘People worry about the cost of living not gimmicks like Rwanda…’

‘People worry about the cost of living not gimmicks like Rwanda…’

05 April 2024

The man hoping to become Dover’s next MP says the government has lost touch with what ordinary people actually want.

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Dad cleared of murdering rapist

Dad cleared of murdering rapist

04 April 2024

A dad who beat a child rapist to death has been cleared of murder after admitting manslaughter.

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Murder investigation after man dies in hospital

Murder investigation after man dies in hospital

04 April 2024

A man in his 30s has died and another arrested after an incident in a town centre.

University vice-chancellor resigns

University vice-chancellor resigns

04 April 2024

The vice-chancellor of the University of Kent is stepping down, following a turbulent year for the institution, which has recently axed six courses.

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‘I hope it encourages people to explore what we have here’

‘I hope it encourages people to explore what we have here’

04 April 2024

An award-winning designer inspired by her young nephew has launched a children’s activity book showcasing her corner of Kent.

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Drivers facing rush-hour delays following motorway crash

Drivers facing rush-hour delays following motorway crash

04 April 2024

There have been delays on a busy stretch of motorway following an incident this morning.

Body of soldier, 25, found trapped under boat, inquest hears

Body of soldier, 25, found trapped under boat, inquest hears

04 April 2024

An inquest opening into the death of a young soldier has revealed he was found in the mud of a riverbank with rope tied around his torso and legs.

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Pupils have ‘bright and happy future’ at school rated ‘Good’ again

Pupils have ‘bright and happy future’ at school rated ‘Good’ again

03 April 2024

A special needs school described as a “very happy place to be” has received another glowing report from the education watchdog.

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Vital health service to return after abrupt removal

Vital health service to return after abrupt removal

03 April 2024

A stroke service which was abruptly removed from a hospital last year is set to return.

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Families reaching ‘crisis point’ trying to navigate SEND services

Families reaching ‘crisis point’ trying to navigate SEND services

03 April 2024

There are “inconsistencies" in the way children with special education needs in one part of Kent are treated, an inspection has uncovered.

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Pokémon Gone: Sadness after postbox topper ‘selfishly’ stolen

Pokémon Gone: Sadness after postbox topper ‘selfishly’ stolen

03 April 2024

Volunteers have been left “disappointed” after six crotched Pokémon went missing from their free Easter trail for children.

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Council seeks climate strategy ‘refresh’ after declaring emergency

Council seeks climate strategy ‘refresh’ after declaring emergency

03 April 2024

Five years after declaring a climate emergency, a local authority is seeking views on updating its action plan to ensure it is meeting its goals.

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Bid to overturn plans to axe free swimming rejected

Bid to overturn plans to axe free swimming rejected

03 April 2024

A cash-strapped council has rejected a motion to review its controversial decision to axe free swimming for children.

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Historic naval building which starred in hit Netflix series receives £2.3m funding boost

Historic naval building which starred in hit Netflix series receives £2.3m funding boost

02 April 2024

A filming location for a hit period drama has been awarded a large cash sum to “safeguard the building for future generations”.

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‘It was awful’: Neighbours describe devastating garden shed blaze

‘It was awful’: Neighbours describe devastating garden shed blaze

02 April 2024

Eyewitnesses have described the “scary” moment a huge shed blaze destroyed their neighbour’s garden and threatened to engulf their homes too.

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Arrest after man found with serious injuries

Arrest after man found with serious injuries

02 April 2024

A man remains in a critical condition in hospital following a serious assault.

African and Caribbean society to welcome TV soap star to mark 40 years

African and Caribbean society to welcome TV soap star to mark 40 years

02 April 2024

A charity representing Kent's African and Caribbean community has kicked off its 40th anniversary celebrations.

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