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Two fire crews called to crash

17 September 2024
Two fire crews called to crash

People were being urged to avoid part of a town while emergency services dealt with a collision.

Thousands of waggy tails at one of country’s biggest dog shows

17 September 2024
Thousands of waggy tails at one of country’s biggest dog shows

Dow owners and their four-legged friends enjoyed a two-day canine extravaganza.

Mosque marks 10 years of uniting community

12 September 2024
Mosque marks 10 years of uniting community

An Islamic place of worship has marked a milestone anniversary which has seen community cohesion flourish and questions about beliefs answered.

Popular dessert cafe to re-open

11 September 2024
Popular dessert cafe to re-open

A dessert parlour which has sat empty in a town centre for years is making a comeback.

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The eyesores in Kent set for a rebirth

07 September 2024
The eyesores in Kent set for a rebirth

From abandoned department stores to old shopping centres, we’ve had a look at some of the big plans for Kent’s ugliest sites.

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Man punched and stamped on in town centre

06 September 2024
Man punched and stamped on in town centre

Police are appealing for witnesses after a ‘violent unprovoked’ assault in a busy street.

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‘Traffic problems are not of our making - but we’re trying to make it better’

05 September 2024
‘Traffic problems are not of our making - but we’re trying to make it better’

A council leader says six-month roadworks branded “stupid” by traders will ease congestion caused by a major neighbouring motorway in the long-run.

Global festival returns to park

03 September 2024
Global festival returns to park

An extravaganza of international music, food and dance is coming to Kent town this weekend.

CCTV appeal after Shaun the Sheep statues vandalised

30 August 2024
CCTV appeal after Shaun the Sheep statues vandalised

Police have released an image of three men after statues of an iconic children’s character created for a fundraising trail were wrecked.

First look at plans for leisure centre’s new soft play

30 August 2024
First look at plans for leisure centre’s new soft play

The Amazon-themed play area is set to have a Temple Maze, mine cart slides and a climbing volcano.

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Leisure centre changes SEN sessions after social media backlash

30 August 2024
Leisure centre changes SEN sessions after social media backlash

A leisure centre has changed its sessions for children with special educational needs after parents described the timings as ‘thoughtless’.

‘We won’t be beaten on this’: Incredible response after charity statue vandalism

30 August 2024
‘We won’t be beaten on this’: Incredible response after charity statue vandalism

A community is rallying together after Shaun the Sheep sculptures expected to fetch up to £10,000 for a hospice charity at auction were vandalised.

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New clothing outlet opens with everything £1

28 August 2024
New clothing outlet opens with everything £1

A charity shop has a new “pre-loved” addition with items selling at a bargain.

Opening date revealed for fast food restaurant

28 August 2024
Opening date revealed for fast food restaurant

A popular piri piri chicken franchise will be opening in a former TSB bank.

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Flats plan changed after 'slum' comment as demolition continues

24 August 2024
Flats plan changed after 'slum' comment as demolition continues

Plans for housing on the site of a former Royal Mail building that’s being demolished have been altered after concerns were raised by councillors.

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New splash pad attraction opens after £2.5m revamp

22 August 2024
New splash pad attraction opens after £2.5m revamp

A “mini-water park” has arrived at a leisure centre swimming pool following a multi-million-pound facelift.

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Thousands of Kent students celebrate GCSE results

22 August 2024
Thousands of Kent students celebrate GCSE results

Pupils across the country are finding out their long-awaited GCSE results today.

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Teen girl, 17, arrested after ‘colliding with several vehicles’ and traffic island

20 August 2024
Teen girl, 17, arrested after ‘colliding with several vehicles’ and traffic island

A teenage girl has been arrested following a police pursuit that saw other vehicles crashed into and a traffic island trampled.

Delays clear after Audi crash near Bluewater

20 August 2024
Delays clear after Audi crash near Bluewater

Motorists faced long delays after a crash on the A2.

‘We will continue to champion diversity in the face of those trying to divide’

20 August 2024
‘We will continue to champion diversity in the face of those trying to divide’

Hundreds turned out for a night celebrating dance, music and cultural diversity despite threats of violence in the county.

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