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Village with no pavements has plea for 20mph zone rejected

10 February 2024
Village with no pavements has plea for 20mph zone rejected

A plea for a 20mph zone in a village with no pavements has been rejected by Kent Council Council, which says it’s “inappropriate and not feasible”.

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Six months on - is Kent’s new £44m station worth the money?

08 February 2024
Six months on - is Kent’s new £44m station worth the money?

We spoke to commuters at Kent’s pricey new railway station as figures reveal just how busy – or quiet – it has been in the first six months.

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‘Revealing our dark secret was so hard – but it was worth it’

05 February 2024
‘Revealing our dark secret was so hard – but it was worth it’

Two sisters sexually abused for years by their “kindly” grandad have told how seeking justice changed their lives.

'Most of the food goes to my daughter - I don't eat some days'

03 February 2024
'Most of the food goes to my daughter - I don't eat some days'

A professional woman forced to "swallow her pride" and use a food bank is among the thousands more turning to handouts to keep their families fed.

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‘I didn't know XL Bully I rescued was pregnant - now I’ve got nine!’

02 February 2024
‘I didn't know XL Bully I rescued was pregnant - now I’ve got nine!’

A dog lover who rescued a young XL Bully from poor conditions now has nine of them after it gave birth to a surprise litter of adorable pups.

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‘They had everything to live for – we wish they had opened up to us’

01 February 2024
‘They had everything to live for – we wish they had opened up to us’

Two women who have lost loved ones to suicide tell their stories in the hope it will encourage others struggling to open up.

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‘£100 fine? If I had that sort of money I wouldn't be begging!’

29 January 2024
‘£100 fine? If I had that sort of money I wouldn't be begging!’

A crackdown on “intimidating” beggars will see wardens dish out £100 fines – but those in genuine need fear they might be caught in the crossfire.

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‘Delivery rider almost knocked down my son – then stuck two fingers up at us’

26 January 2024
‘Delivery rider almost knocked down my son – then stuck two fingers up at us’

An angry mum says a takeaway delivery rider almost knocked down her son on the pavement - then gave her a ‘V’ sign when she complained.

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McDonald’s disturbance prompts teen knife arrest

24 January 2024
McDonald’s disturbance prompts teen knife arrest

Police seized a knife after a disturbance erupted at a McDonald’s restaurant involving a group of youths.

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Mystery as ‘devoted’ couple found dead in bed together

22 January 2024
Mystery as ‘devoted’ couple found dead in bed together

Police discovered a devoted couple dead in their home after they had not been seen or heard from for nine days.

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The giant ‘green’ energy station set for Kent and why people are so worried

21 January 2024
The giant ‘green’ energy station set for Kent and why people are so worried

A new electricity converter station the size of 22 football pitches is aimed at boosting ‘green’ energy. So why are environmentalists up in arms?

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Tributes to ‘true gent’ who led iconic Kent department store

18 January 2024
Tributes to ‘true gent’ who led iconic Kent department store

A popular businessman whose name was synonymous with one of Kent’s biggest department stores has died.

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The ‘sleep pods’ which could save lives of Kent’s homeless

16 January 2024
The ‘sleep pods’ which could save lives of Kent’s homeless

A revolutionary life-saving tent is being deployed on the streets of Kent to protect homeless people from the freezing weather.

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Why Kent's priciest two-bed terrace will cost you almost £1m

14 January 2024
Why Kent's priciest two-bed terrace will cost you almost £1m

The most expensive two-bed terrace on the market in the county has an eye-watering price tag of £900,000 – but agents say its value is justified.

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Village store staff in shock after ram-raid

03 January 2024
Village store staff in shock after ram-raid

Thousands of pounds of damage has been caused to a convenience store after ram-raiders crashed through a window to snatch cigarettes and a till.

Fears woodland wildlife haven could be hacked down for housing

03 January 2024
Fears woodland wildlife haven could be hacked down for housing

Residents are concerned a plot of mature woodland described as a town’s “green lung” could be hacked down to make way for new housing.

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Landlords shut pub ‘with heavy hearts’ after just five months

02 January 2024
Landlords shut pub ‘with heavy hearts’ after just five months

A pub has closed just five months after re-opening with new hosts who were “instantly smitten” by the inn.

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‘Our pub was struggling - so we’ve turned it into a tearoom’

01 January 2024
‘Our pub was struggling - so we’ve turned it into a tearoom’

A historic 17th century village pub which fell on hard times now has a new future as a vintage tea room.

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Police probe after human jawbone found on beach

24 December 2023
Police probe after human jawbone found on beach

An investigation was launched after a man found human remains on a Kent beach.

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‘Only 40 homes should be built in our village in next 15 years’

24 December 2023
‘Only 40 homes should be built in our village in next 15 years’

A Kent village is trying to put a lid on new housing expansion by creating its own neighbourhood plan with legal clout to resist “over-development”.

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