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13k new homes a year needed in Kent - as districts with biggest targets revealed

13k new homes a year needed in Kent - as districts with biggest targets revealed

14 December 2024

More than 13,000 homes need to be built in Kent every year under new government targets - including some on areas of the green belt.

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Our pick of the best and brightest Christmas homes

Our pick of the best and brightest Christmas homes

14 December 2024

Discover some of the most festive homes in Kent with our bumper guide of Christmas displays which won’t break the bank.

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Backlog of crown court cases soars

Backlog of crown court cases soars

13 December 2024

New figures show more than 3,261 crown court cases are waiting to be heard in Kent with the police commissioner calling it a “real problem”.

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Victory for campaigners as open spaces protected from housing with village green status

Victory for campaigners as open spaces protected from housing with village green status

11 December 2024

Kent residents who want to protect their communities against future development are turning to village green status to beat the bulldozer.

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‘Social care is in such a precarious position - it’s almost at breaking point’

‘Social care is in such a precarious position - it’s almost at breaking point’

09 December 2024

Social care in Kent is on the brink of collapse because of tax hikes and under-funding, say major players in the sector.

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The 12 films of Christmas: festive favourites on the big screen

The 12 films of Christmas: festive favourites on the big screen

09 December 2024

Catch classics like It’s a Wonderful Life, Home Alone, Die Hard and Love Actually in cinemas this Christmas.

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Road and rail delays as heavy winds batter Kent during Storm Darragh

Road and rail delays as heavy winds batter Kent during Storm Darragh

08 December 2024

Heavy winds brought by Storm Darragh continue to impact Kent today.

‘Major disruption’ to train services in Kent

‘Major disruption’ to train services in Kent

08 December 2024

Southeastern is reporting “major disruption” to train services in Kent this morning.

One in eight people in Kent do not have a dentist

One in eight people in Kent do not have a dentist

07 December 2024

New figures have revealed that the number of people who don’t have a dentist across Kent and Medway is the highest in the south east.

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10 festive family shows to get you in the Christmas spirit

10 festive family shows to get you in the Christmas spirit

07 December 2024

Introduce your kids to the magic of the theatre with a charming Christmas show. Here’s our top picks for the festive season.

Services return to normal after morning of train delays

Services return to normal after morning of train delays

06 December 2024

Train services have returned to normal across the county after a morning of disruption due to a radio system fault.

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Storm Darragh set to bring two days of strong winds as warning issued

Storm Darragh set to bring two days of strong winds as warning issued

06 December 2024

The Met Office has warned strong winds are predicted to hit Kent this afternoon and throughout the weekend.

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Weather warning for all of Kent as storm could bring 80mph winds

Weather warning for all of Kent as storm could bring 80mph winds

04 December 2024

A weather warning is set to be in place for the whole county - with a storm bringing 80mph winds and heavy rain.

The number of e-scooters seized by police where you live

The number of e-scooters seized by police where you live

04 December 2024

The number of e-scooters being seized by police is rising but in some parts of Kent it remains in single figures.

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Joy to the world! It’s time for Kent’s Christmas concerts

Joy to the world! It’s time for Kent’s Christmas concerts

02 December 2024

Join in with classic carols and festive hits at the county’s delightful Christmas concerts.

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What does Labour's 'bus revolution' with 'London-style' services really mean for Kent?

What does Labour's 'bus revolution' with 'London-style' services really mean for Kent?

02 December 2024

The government has announced a £27 million boost for bus services in Kent and Medway. Here we look at how things could change…

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Mum-of-two wins £1k on kmfm just in time for Christmas

Mum-of-two wins £1k on kmfm just in time for Christmas

29 November 2024

One lucky kmfm listener has won £1,000 in kmfm’s final Thousand Pound Friday of the year.

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How Kent MPs voted in assisted dying debate

How Kent MPs voted in assisted dying debate

29 November 2024

A total of 10 Kent MPs voted against today’s assisted dying bill as it was passed in the House of Commons – while eight supported it.

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Countdown to Christmas: Family days out every weekend in Kent

Countdown to Christmas: Family days out every weekend in Kent

29 November 2024

Make the most of the festive season with our pick of fantastic family events every weekend from now until Christmas.

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Kent MPs confirm which way they will vote on assisted dying bill today

Kent MPs confirm which way they will vote on assisted dying bill today

29 November 2024

Three Kent MPs have confirmed they will vote in favour of today’s assisted dying bill, while five will oppose it - with several yet to decide.

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