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Council ‘baffled’ by petition to stop trees being planted in orchard

15 June 2025
Council ‘baffled’ by petition to stop trees being planted in orchard

A campaign to stop more trees being planted in a historic riverside orchard has left council bosses “baffled”.

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'She was only 13 - now people will know full story behind tragedy'

15 June 2025
'She was only 13 - now people will know full story behind tragedy'

The full story of how so many lives were lost in one part of Kent 80 years ago is now displayed on a new plaque.

Third of swanky retirement flats still unsold - as prices slashed

14 June 2025
Third of swanky retirement flats still unsold - as prices slashed

Almost a third of the flats in a swanky Kent retirement living complex remain unsold - two years after they first went on the market.

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‘There are many alive today because of his courage’

12 June 2025
‘There are many alive today because of his courage’

Kent’s most decorated lifeboatman has died after 65 years of extraordinary bravery helping to save lives at sea.

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Bid to bring ‘Boris bikes’ scheme to Kent - but council can’t find operator

07 June 2025
Bid to bring ‘Boris bikes’ scheme to Kent - but council can’t find operator

Plans for a ‘Boris bikes’ type rental scheme aimed at cutting traffic congestion and pollution have failed to spark any interest from an operator.

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First look at new cafe in historic park - where large parts remain fenced off

06 June 2025
First look at new cafe in historic park - where large parts remain fenced off

A first glimpse shows how a new park cafe could look as part of a historic garden’s major revamp where large sections remain fenced off.

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‘Natural’ mentor who was passionate about his town dies aged 59

04 June 2025
‘Natural’ mentor who was passionate about his town dies aged 59

A former deputy mayor and driving instructor who was a “natural” mentor has sadly died aged just 59.

Widow reveals kebab shop to reopen after dad-of-five’s tragic death

03 June 2025
Widow reveals kebab shop to reopen after dad-of-five’s tragic death

The family of a “truly special” kebab shop owner and dad-of-five who died suddenly in April will reopen the business this week.

Nurse receives £5,000 boost from charity in Evie’s memory

31 May 2025
Nurse receives £5,000 boost from charity in Evie’s memory

A charity set up in memory of a teenager who died from a brain tumour is supporting the career of a paediatric nurse who has suffered a tragedy.

Bidding war to take over long-empty former restaurant and bar

31 May 2025
Bidding war to take over long-empty former restaurant and bar

A bidding war is underway to take on a prized commercial unit inside a historic seafront building after it underwent repairs and refurbishment.

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Future of one of Kent’s oldest pubs in doubt

30 May 2025
Future of one of Kent’s oldest pubs in doubt

The future of one of Kent’s oldest pubs is in doubt after a bid was launched to remove its protected status.

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Tournament to be held in teen’s memory after cancer battle

29 May 2025
Tournament to be held in teen’s memory after cancer battle

A sports-mad teenager who died of an aggressive bone cancer aged just 15 will be remembered at a new inter-schools cricket tournament in his honour.

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Tiger siblings settle into new home at Kent wildlife park

28 May 2025
Tiger siblings settle into new home at Kent wildlife park

Two tiger siblings are settling into their new home at a Kent zoo - but despite not travelling far, their move was still something of a challenge.

‘I’m still pinching myself because it’s such a huge honour’

26 May 2025
‘I’m still pinching myself because it’s such a huge honour’

A councillor says she is pinching herself after landing one of the most respected and historic roles in Kent.

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Vandals ruin historic water feature days after being switched back on

23 May 2025
Vandals ruin historic water feature days after being switched back on

Vandals ruined a town’s historic and iconic waterfall just days after it started flowing again following a lengthy and costly restoration.

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Drivers ignoring rules in pedestrian-only streets face fines as ANPR cameras planned

23 May 2025
Drivers ignoring rules in pedestrian-only streets face fines as ANPR cameras planned

A crackdown on motorists driving along pedestrian-only streets could soon lead to offenders being fined.

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‘His courage was inspiring’: Tributes after tragic death of 33-year-old

20 May 2025
‘His courage was inspiring’: Tributes after tragic death of 33-year-old

A young woman has shared a powerful tribute to her best friend after his life was tragically cut short by cancer at just 33 years old.

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High-speed trains benefit from £27m makeover

20 May 2025
High-speed trains benefit from £27m makeover

A staggering £27 million has been spent improving Kent’s high-speed trains, which are now back in service following the refresh project.

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‘It's a race against time - we need to get bums on seats!'

20 May 2025
‘It's a race against time - we need to get bums on seats!'

The new boss of Kent’s smallest theatre says she is “under no illusion of the challenge and responsibility” she is taking on with the iconic venue.

Bid to buy garden centre and create ‘Kent’s best community hub’ dashed

17 May 2025
Bid to buy garden centre and create ‘Kent’s best community hub’ dashed

Hopes of creating some of Kent’s best village community facilities have been dashed after a deal to buy a closed garden centre broke down.

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