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More asylum seekers to move into army barracks

More asylum seekers to move into army barracks

Hundreds of men are expected to move into army barracks set up to accommodate asylum seekers, despite fears about Covid-19 and living conditions.

Star-studded Danny Boyle series to film in Kent

Star-studded Danny Boyle series to film in Kent

A TV drama about the Sex Pistols, starring Game of Thrones actors, will film in Kent this month.

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Invicta announce return of the Mac

Invicta announce return of the Mac

Charity champion Kieron McCann has agreed a return to Folkestone Invicta next season.

CCTV image released as part of shoplifting investigation

CCTV image released as part of shoplifting investigation

A CCTV image of a man has been released by police following a shoplifting incident, which has been linked to a number of other reports.

Teenager is kicked before wallet and trainers stolen

Teenager is kicked before wallet and trainers stolen

An investigation has been launched after three men reportedly knocked a boy to the ground, before kicking him and stealing his wallet and shoes.

New high ropes adventure course opens

New high ropes adventure course opens

Families and kids are already enjoying a new high ropes obstacle course that has opened in Kent.

Asylum seeker barracks slammed in inspectors' report

Asylum seeker barracks slammed in inspectors' report

A full investigation into conditions at a government asylum seeker camp has revealed a number of serious failings.

Woman's battle for refund after gym's sudden closure

Woman's battle for refund after gym's sudden closure

A woman says she has lost out after her gym - which was shut throughout most of lockdown - closed without warning.

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Plans to bring back 'thriving market'

Plans to bring back 'thriving market'

Plans have been put in place to enhance a town centre market, such as reduced rates and improved parking.

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New dive bar opens in town centre

New dive bar opens in town centre

A new dive bar serving burgers, chips and beer is preparing to open this week in a town centre.

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Asylum seekers' barracks 'risk to life' claims to be heard in court

Asylum seekers' barracks 'risk to life' claims to be heard in court

The High Court will hear a legal challenge brought by six asylum seekers who say conditions at an army barracks posed a 'risk to life'.

Police seize £40,000 cash at border

Police seize £40,000 cash at border

Police seized £40,000 cash and arrested three men at the weekend following vehicle checks at the border.

The Kent district with lowest Covid rate in the country

The Kent district with lowest Covid rate in the country

One area of the county is now recording the lowest number of new coronavirus cases in England.

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CCTV appeal after 'distraction theft' at Co-op

CCTV appeal after 'distraction theft' at Co-op

The image of a man who could help police with an investigation into a suspected theft has been released by officers.

Car crashes into barrier on M20

Car crashes into barrier on M20

One person was taken to hospital and traffic was held after a car crashed into a barrier on a motorway.

Three town centre flats planned for vacant land

Three town centre flats planned for vacant land

Plans to build three 'sustainable and affordable' town centre flats on empty land have been submitted for consideration.

More asylum seekers to be accommodated at 'unsuitable' barracks

More asylum seekers to be accommodated at 'unsuitable' barracks

The Home Office has confirmed it will be moving more men into army barracks, despite the site being deemed unsuitable as accommodation.

Serial rapist jailed for 24 years

Serial rapist jailed for 24 years

A 42-year-old man who preyed on two young victims over a decade has been described as a 'sexual deviant' by a judge.

Town's beach 'al fresco dining' complete with palm trees

Town's beach 'al fresco dining' complete with palm trees

A new beach side dining experience is being created where customers will be able to 'wine and dine whilst soaking in the sunset'.

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Landlord fined £10k over safety hazards

Landlord fined £10k over safety hazards

A landlord from London has been fined for failing to make safety improvements to her Kent properties.

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