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‘Damp’ flats to make way for new apartment block next to Aldi

‘Damp’ flats to make way for new apartment block next to Aldi

21 March 2024

Plans to replace “damp” and “inadequate” maisonettes with a new apartment block next to a major supermarket have been approved.

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‘They’re going to ruin our borough and make it like Milton Keynes’

‘They’re going to ruin our borough and make it like Milton Keynes’

21 March 2024

A council has approved controversial plans for thousands of homes, despite fears of the borough becoming “another Milton Keynes”.

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New school hopes to be ‘heart of new community’

New school hopes to be ‘heart of new community’

21 March 2024

A primary school building has officially been unveiled after its opening on a new housing estate was pushed back by challenges and financial problems.

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Major route near schools to close for roadworks

Major route near schools to close for roadworks

20 March 2024

A busy road is to be shut for two weeks for roadworks as a gas company upgrades its pipe network.

Holi 2024: Where to celebrate the Hindu festival in Kent

Holi 2024: Where to celebrate the Hindu festival in Kent

20 March 2024

Hindus everywhere are preparing to celebrate Holi, the vibrant festival of colour. Here’s everything you need to know about the festivities.

Missing teenage girls found

Missing teenage girls found

20 March 2024

A pair of teenage girls reported missing yesterday have now been found.

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Several charged after £80k cocaine haul uncovered in homes raid

Several charged after £80k cocaine haul uncovered in homes raid

20 March 2024

A police investigation into the supply of class A drugs has seen several hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of cocaine seized.

Parking fees due to rise in steep hike

Parking fees due to rise in steep hike

20 March 2024

Motorists could have to fork out up to 50% more in some car parks as new fees come into effect following a decision by a cash-strapped council.

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Man on trial for murder of child rapist says ‘blanket of rage’ descended

Man on trial for murder of child rapist says ‘blanket of rage’ descended

19 March 2024

A dad-of-two on trial for murdering a child rapist said he "exploded" when the paedophile bragged about his past.

‘Frustration’ as thousands of NHS dental procedures cancelled

‘Frustration’ as thousands of NHS dental procedures cancelled

19 March 2024

Under pressure dentists are refusing to take on more NHS work as they grapple with financial pressures and “too much bureaucracy”.

M2 crash causes delays

M2 crash causes delays

19 March 2024

A collision on one of Kent’s motorways caused delays for motorists.

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School wins thousands from science prize

School wins thousands from science prize

19 March 2024

A school has won £5,000 from a community competition to boost science education.

Murder trial hears rapist had committed other crimes

Murder trial hears rapist had committed other crimes

19 March 2024

A murder trial has heard the victim had been convicted of indecent assault of an child in 1984.

Traffic fears remain over 240 homes plans on ‘impassable’ route

Traffic fears remain over 240 homes plans on ‘impassable’ route

19 March 2024

Highways bosses have raised additional concerns over controversial plans to build hundreds of homes near a busy motorway.

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‘I’ll house asylum seekers in my battle over traffic problems’

‘I’ll house asylum seekers in my battle over traffic problems’

19 March 2024

A 10-year traffic row has taken a twist with a resident saying he’s going to rent out his home to asylum seekers to make life difficult for a council.

Engineers work to fix gas leak

Engineers work to fix gas leak

18 March 2024

A gas escape caused delays on a busy road while emergency repairs are taking place, in an area already facing diversions.

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Opening date for new German Doner Kebab revealed

Opening date for new German Doner Kebab revealed

18 March 2024

A fast food giant has confirmed the opening date of its restaurant in a popular shopping centre.

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One in five families rely on support fund labelled ‘vital lifeline for many’

One in five families rely on support fund labelled ‘vital lifeline for many’

18 March 2024

Thousands of households in one part of Kent have received support from a “vital” government scheme helping the most vulnerable.

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Year-long cultural festival kicks off

Year-long cultural festival kicks off

18 March 2024

Residents are being encouraged to “get hands-on with culture” as part of a bumper festival programme marking historic events and showcasing talent.

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Hospital patients exposed to radiation due to out-of-date tech

Hospital patients exposed to radiation due to out-of-date tech

18 March 2024

Patients are being exposed to radiation doses at the “upper limit of safe” because a hospital is using an outdated radiology machine.

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