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‘We’ve got our hard hats on’: Kent businesses fear the worst from Budget

To say there is some trepidation among Kent’s business community over the upcoming Budget is an understatement. We look at what it could contain.

Green light for ‘much-needed’ housing estate after council admits ‘double counting’ error

Plans for a new estate have been given the go-ahead after a developer questioned why it was being asked to pay twice for community improvements.

Beloved puma with ‘soothing purr’ dies after 14 years at wildlife park

Keepers at a Kent animal park have paid tribute to a puma “who captured hearts” with his “soothing purr”.

Brothers who turned down Dragons’ Den deal unveil £3m social gaming centre

Two brothers who turned down a Dragons’ Den offer for a slice of their booming business are set to open a new £3 million “multi-activity centre”.

‘I've never seen anything like it’: One in three patients wait 12 hours for bed at two Kent trusts

Almost one in three emergency patients needing to be admitted to hospitals in east Kent and Medway are waiting at least 12 hours for a bed.

Owners of iconic yellow shop forced by council to paint it black

A newsagent has been forced to paint over its decades-old yellow façade after a council threatened legal action.

Greens win by-election as Labour vote collapses

The Green Party is celebrating a resounding win in a by-election that saw a dramatic drop in support for Labour.

Kent shop shuts as luxury bathroom chain plunges into administration

A luxury bathroom chain with a branch in Kent has plunged into administration after running up losses.

Hourly bus service launches due to rise in demand

A new hourly bus service connecting six villages will launch following a rise in demand.

Multiple arrests at Turkish restaurants after immigration raids

A restaurant chain has had several staff members arrested after immigration raids at multiple branches across Kent.

Free parking to be laid on for Christmas shoppers

Shoppers will be able to park for free on selected dates in the run-up to Christmas, council bosses have confirmed.

Two wildlife parks slash prices for Black Friday sale

Two of Kent’s biggest zoos are offering half-price entry and discounts on animal encounters for a limited time.

Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash on busy route

A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after a crash with a car on a busy route.

Forecasters issue warning as ‘prolonged and heavy rain’ set to batter Kent

Forecasters warn “prolonged and heavy” rain could lead to flooding and disruption in Kent later this week.

New fried chicken shop to officially open in Kent - with free food offer

A restaurant dubbed the “UK’s original fried chicken store” is set to give away free food when its first Kent branch launches this month.

‘This old story is being told in an exciting new way’

Our reporter went to see the multi-award-winning production of Fiddler on the Roof on its first UK tour in 12 years.

Man was found dead weeks after being reported missing by addiction service staff

A man was found dead weeks after being reported missing by workers at a drug and alcohol recovery service 400 miles away, an inquest has heard.

Three swans and several thousand fish killed in ‘pollution incident’

Three swans and several thousand fish have been killed in a “pollution incident”, the Environment Agency has confirmed.

Corner shop asks council for 24-hour booze delivery licence

A corner shop boss is asking permission for 24-hour alcohol deliveries despite concerns over street drinking and “intimidating gatherings”.

Missing woman, 34, is found

A 34-year-old woman who had been missing since Saturday has been found.

'Unacceptable' holiday let snubbed - despite 43 letters in support

Proposals for a new holiday let scheme were rejected despite a groundswell of support from neighbours.

Green light for 15 new homes despite warning 'village can't cope'

Fifteen more homes will be built in a small village despite fears of increased noise and traffic

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Follow festive trails at Kent’s historic estates

Historic houses will be decked out for the season with twinkling lights, Christmas carols and festive garden trails.

Follow the yellow brick road at castle’s Christmas event

A Kent attraction is hosting a Wizard of Oz-inspired experience, including a trip to the Emerald City and a visit from the Wicked Witch.

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‘We’ve got our hard hats on’: Kent businesses fear the worst from Budget

Green light for ‘much-needed’ housing estate after council admits ‘double counting’ error

Beloved puma with ‘soothing purr’ dies after 14 years at wildlife park

Brothers who turned down Dragons’ Den deal unveil £3m social gaming centre

‘I've never seen anything like it’: One in three patients wait 12 hours for bed at two Kent trusts

Owners of iconic yellow shop forced by council to paint it black

Greens win by-election as Labour vote collapses

Kent shop shuts as luxury bathroom chain plunges into administration

Hourly bus service launches due to rise in demand

Multiple arrests at Turkish restaurants after immigration raids

Free parking to be laid on for Christmas shoppers

Two wildlife parks slash prices for Black Friday sale

Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash on busy route

Forecasters issue warning as ‘prolonged and heavy rain’ set to batter Kent

New fried chicken shop to officially open in Kent - with free food offer

‘This old story is being told in an exciting new way’

Man was found dead weeks after being reported missing by addiction service staff

Three swans and several thousand fish killed in ‘pollution incident’

Corner shop asks council for 24-hour booze delivery licence

Missing woman, 34, is found

'Unacceptable' holiday let snubbed - despite 43 letters in support

Green light for 15 new homes despite warning 'village can't cope'

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