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Friday, May 24 2013

Your local news for Ashford, Folkestone, Tenterden and Romney Marsh... powered by the Kentish Express.

Norman the 'dead' cat becomes an international star

A cat who 'rose from the grave' after his owners buried the wrong pet has become a worldwide sensation following our exclusive story last week.

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24/05/13

Man charged over 10 burglaries in one night

A 39-year-old man is due to appear in court charged with 10 burglaries committed in one night.

24/05/13

Perfick! Holiday home from home for Darling Buds fans

An entrepreneur plans to turn the Kent farm where Darling Buds of May was filmed into holiday accommodation themed on the hit TV show.

23/05/13

Planning inspector says development plan is 'sound'

Plans for up to 5,750 homes at Chilmington Green took a big step forward after Ashford Borough Council's local plan was approved by an inspector

23/05/13

Update: Man charged after mosque attack

A man has been charged with religiously aggravated criminal damage after a Kent mosque was attacked in the wake of the Woolwich terror murder.

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23/05/13

County councillors take pay freeze

All parties on Kent County Council are today expected to back a pay freeze for councillors, keeping their basic allowances at just more than £12,800

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23/05/13

Red Arrows boost for Folkestone

Despite the cancellation of full airshow, the world famous RAF aerobatic team will entertain the crowds above the Leas next month

22/05/13

Giant badger 'causing hysteria' at school

A giant stray badger in a school's grounds is leaving pupils terrified and hiding in classrooms, according to a parent.

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22/05/13

Commuters warned of rail chaos

Kent rail passengers have been warned to expect serious disruption on services to and from London... for up to two years.

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22/05/13

Police release CCTV image of suspected credit card fraudster

An image of a man who used a credit card at Ashford's Asda supermarket has been released by officers investigating a fraud case.

21/05/13

Today's Sport

Scally delighted with savings on medical bills

Manager Martin Allen's policy with injuries last season saved Gillingham around £50,000 in medical bills and club chairman Paul Scally is delighted.

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24/05/13

Northeast says Kent must remain positive

Opener Sam Northeast has reflected on Kent’s disappointing start to the season but insists the squad are working hard to get back on track.

24/05/13

Harmison hoping to grab his chance

Ben Harmison wants to take advantage of his recall to the Kent side and make the place his own.

24/05/13

Delo excited to be back at Bay

Jack Delo says playing for cousin and new Herne Bay boss Sam Denly is the big reason why he has returned to his old club.

23/05/13

Hythe get number one target Welford

Hythe Town boss has hailed the arrival of striker Shaun Welford as a massive signing for the club.

23/05/13

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