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Outgoing council leader: 'Be careful what you wish for'

Outgoing council leader: 'Be careful what you wish for'

19 April 2023

As he prepares to call time on his political career outgoing Medway Council Leader Alan Jarrett has given his verdict on his tenure.

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Tapas chain owner speaks out after branches shut and bad hygiene rating

Tapas chain owner speaks out after branches shut and bad hygiene rating

01 April 2023

Brexit, staffing problems and red tape have caused the demise of a popular tapas restsaurant chain, says its owner.

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Train driver's benefits axed after 30 years because of his age

Train driver's benefits axed after 30 years because of his age

24 March 2023

A Eurotunnel train driver says he has suffered legal aged discrimination by losing work benefits because he has reached retirement age.

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Brewery and tap room opens in converted barn

Brewery and tap room opens in converted barn

24 March 2023

Entrepreneurs have fulfilled their dream after opening a brewery and a tap room in a converted barn on a farm.

'End of an era' as legendary pub chain boss dies

'End of an era' as legendary pub chain boss dies

22 March 2023

The man behind one of Kent's biggest pub chains has been described as a "true gentleman" and "legend".

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Saga confirms new hub locations

Saga confirms new hub locations

21 March 2023

Travel and insurance giant Saga has confirmed the locations of two new offices after shutting its huge main headquarters as more staff work from home.

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Ann Summers founder dies

Ann Summers founder dies

17 March 2023

The woman who founded lingerie brand Ann Summers has died seven years after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

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Chamber CEO announces retirement

Chamber CEO announces retirement

06 March 2023

A popular and well-known face of Kent business has confirmed she is stepping down.

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Reunion chop as hairdresser celebrates 35 years trade

Reunion chop as hairdresser celebrates 35 years trade

25 February 2023

A salon owner who has cut the hair of MPs and TV doctors is celebrating 35 years in business by lopping off the locks of his first customer again.

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How coffee van grew into multi-million pound chain spreading across Kent

How coffee van grew into multi-million pound chain spreading across Kent

20 February 2023

An entrepreneur has revealed how he transformed a coffee van that toured business parks into a growing chain turning over more than £2 million.

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Italian shuts due to 'catastrophic' inflation

Italian shuts due to 'catastrophic' inflation

13 February 2023

A popular town centre pizza and pasta restaurant has closed suddenly less than two years after opening.

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How the Godfather of English wine started a revolution in Kent

How the Godfather of English wine started a revolution in Kent

12 February 2023

He planted the first vines at Chapel Down and has left his mark on many of the county's top winemakers - we meet the Godfather of English wine.

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Kent's food and drink industry in crisis

Kent's food and drink industry in crisis

26 January 2023

A tsunami of challenges is pushing many food and drink producers in the county to the brink - but we can all play a part in saving them.

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Flights 'from Kent to Spain by 2028'

Flights 'from Kent to Spain by 2028'

24 January 2023

Flights could be taking off from Kent to popular holiday destinations such as Spain in the next five years, airport bosses hope.

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The multi-million pound firm which makes parts for Formula 1 cars

The multi-million pound firm which makes parts for Formula 1 cars

15 January 2023

A tech firm which makes parts for Formula 1 cars and space orbiters is now helping in the fight against epilepsy, autism and Parkinson's.

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Former hairdresser wins home surveyor award

Former hairdresser wins home surveyor award

10 January 2023

A former hairstylist has won an award after a career change saw her create a home surveying company.

Tributes to successful businessman

Tributes to successful businessman

20 December 2022

A businessman who ran a gentleman's outfitters as well as uniform and tie factories has died.

Notorious landlord plans to build 33 houses as part of ‘exit’ strategy

Notorious landlord plans to build 33 houses as part of ‘exit’ strategy

15 December 2022

Tycoon Fergus Wilson has unveiled a scheme for the village where he lives which he hopes will be a £25m route to retirement.

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Award-winning cafe and gallery to open fourth branch

Award-winning cafe and gallery to open fourth branch

14 December 2022

Fine-dining and a "wall of wine" will be on the menu at a new venue planned for a town centre.

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Delivery delays are 'astronomical'

Delivery delays are 'astronomical'

10 December 2022

Royal Mail bosses need to listen to their workforce and solve the pay dispute, says a businesswoman.

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