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Biosecurity checks to start - despite fears Kent site off M20 isn’t ready

There are fears a site off the M20 is not ready for new biosecurity checks coming in next week - which could lead to traffic delays.

COMPETITION: Five pairs of tickets to the Leeds Castle Concert to be won

Flats plan in former town centre bank

Plans have been unveiled to create flats in a town’s former bank building which shut earlier this year.

Man charged with arson following flat fire

A man has been charged following a fire at a block of flats which saw one resident taken to hospital.

The Children's Awards are back

We're searching for Kent's most courageous children plus the families, charities and individuals who support them

Anger as developer bids to cut all affordable homes from new estate

A developer’s bid to axe all affordable housing from a new estate has been branded "disgraceful" by angry neighbours.

Four arrested after five die in Channel tragedy

A total four people were arrested in an investigation into the deaths of five asylum seekers including a child.

'We need to take women's health seriously - too many are fobbed off'

A woman is running a free eight-week course in a bid to end the taboo around menopause and women’s health.

Man taken to hospital as police probe flat fire

The cause of a fire at a flat, which left one man needing medical attention, is being investigated.

Huge backlash amid fears McDonald’s will spoil view of castle

Controversial plans for a new McDonald's drive-thru have sparked a huge backlash - as residents fear it will spoil a view of a world-famous castle.

Revealed: Kent’s parking charge hotspots

New figures obtained by KentOnline have revealed which councils make the most money from parking and which street has dished out the most tickets.

People in Kent ‘living shorter, unhealthier lives’

Obesity, depression, mental health issues and domestic violence are all on the rise, according to a new report.

Panel set up to improve special needs provision faces axe

A sub-committee started in the wake of a damning report into Kent’s failures in SEND provision has been accused of doing ‘very little’.

Child among five dead in Channel tragedy

At least five people have died attempting to cross the Channel, according to reports.

Huge convoy of fire engines spotted on M20

A huge convoy of fire engines has been spotted travelling down the M20 as the largest number of emergency vehicles to date heads to wartorn Ukraine.

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The reality of being homeless in Kent

We spoke to people in Kent struggling to put a roof over their heads - and the charity workers trying to help them amid ever-increasing pressures.

D-Day hero who dodged enemy shells dies aged 98

A D-Day hero who dodged enemy shells and chronicled the suffering that day has died.

Plasterer left shopkeeper brain-damaged after cracking skull with tool and bat

A thug cracked a shopkeeper’s skull and left him brain-damaged as a row in a store ended in a bloody street fight.

2,000-year-old Roman house to reopen following £70k boost

A historic Roman monument is set to reopen to the public after £70,000 was put forward for essential repairs.

Sex offender jailed for 14 years

A sex offender has been jailed for 14 years for abusing two girls and a woman.

MoD honour for support of military

A local authority is one of just a handful to receive an award for being a military-friendly employer.

Covid-19 booster jabs for over 75s

Vulnerable residents are being urged to get a spring booster vaccination to help protect against coronavirus.

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‘We met at the pub - now we’re making award-winning gin together’

A pair of friends who began experimenting with making their own spirits have won gold for their gin at the first attempt.

Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex

Plans to host an outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at a £115 million leisure development have been unveiled.

New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed

Aerial photos show significant progress has been made on a new supermarket but the retailer says it’s not ready to open as planned.

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Secret Drinker lets his dog take the lead as they head to a seaside haven for those on two legs and four

Opening date revealed for new Zizzi

An Italian restaurant chain has revealed the opening date for its latest branch in the county.

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Bold new artwork a nod to Kent’s agricultural heritage

Prominent mansion’s price tag drops £3.5m

Where to see beautiful bluebells in Kent

Annual bluebell display to make early appearance

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Leberl’s plan for Whites

Manager Jake Leberl is hoping to avoid a complete rebuild at relegated Dover.

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Biosecurity checks to start - despite fears Kent site off M20 isn’t ready

COMPETITION: Five pairs of tickets to the Leeds Castle Concert to be won

Flats plan in former town centre bank

Man charged with arson following flat fire

The Children's Awards are back

Anger as developer bids to cut all affordable homes from new estate

Four arrested after five die in Channel tragedy

'We need to take women's health seriously - too many are fobbed off'

Man taken to hospital as police probe flat fire

Huge backlash amid fears McDonald’s will spoil view of castle

Revealed: Kent’s parking charge hotspots

People in Kent ‘living shorter, unhealthier lives’

Panel set up to improve special needs provision faces axe

Child among five dead in Channel tragedy

Huge convoy of fire engines spotted on M20

The reality of being homeless in Kent

D-Day hero who dodged enemy shells dies aged 98

Plasterer left shopkeeper brain-damaged after cracking skull with tool and bat

2,000-year-old Roman house to reopen following £70k boost

Sex offender jailed for 14 years

MoD honour for support of military

Covid-19 booster jabs for over 75s

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Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex

Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex

New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed

New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed

Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?

Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?

Opening date revealed for new Zizzi

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Bold new artwork a nod to Kent’s agricultural heritage

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