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Time is running out to enter Christmas competition

Time is running out to enter Christmas competition

The Messenger wants to give away Build-A-Bear Factory cuddly toys to youngsters that have been through a tough time.

Kent soldiers remembered at Christmas Truce service

Kent soldiers remembered at Christmas Truce service

Soldiers from the Kent regiments and those that left from the county's barracks remembered at commemorations led by Uefa president Michel Platini.

It's the season to be jolly

It's the season to be jolly

There's a fabulous, free, festive offer that everyone can enjoy at Leeds Castle in the run up to Christmas.

Couple's lights display for charity

Couple's lights display for charity

A couple who have both battled cancer, have switched on their Christmas lights in aid of Cancer Research.

Stars come together for Kent's Christmas hit

Stars come together for Kent's Christmas hit

A single featuring Suggs, The Proclaimers, Leo Sayer and other stars will vye with X-factor for Christmas number 1 on behalf of a Kent peace charity.

Town geared up for first Christmas Market

Town geared up for first Christmas Market

A stilt-walking camel will be among fun attractions as Sheerness High Street hosts an array of festive stalls and treats on Saturday.

Free ice rink to open

Free ice rink to open

A free ice rink, a Santa's Grotto and a bouncy castle will be open to the public in Sevenoaks.

Town centre sparkles for lights switch on

Town centre sparkles for lights switch on

A town centre was brought to life with childrens characters, music and entertainment for the annual Christmas lights switch on over the weekend.

Cool reception for newlyweds

Cool reception for newlyweds

A newlywed couple took to an ice rink in Kent for a unique wedding reception over the weekend.

Appeal for gifts of food and treats for animal sanctuaries

Appeal for gifts of food and treats for animal sanctuaries

Burnham House Vets in Dover is calling on pet lovers to create stockings for animals in rescue, this Christmas.

Making your mind up for FHODS panto

Making your mind up for FHODS panto

The Folkestone and Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society panto Jack and the Beanstalk opens tonight with Bucks Fizz stars Cheryl Baker and Mike Nolan.

Build-A-Bear cuddly toys up for grabs in festive competition

Build-A-Bear cuddly toys up for grabs in festive competition

The Messenger wants to give cuddly toys to youngsters in need of festive cheer

Tucking into role of villain

Tucking into role of villain

From one of the country’s best-known schoolboys to stalwart soap character, Todd Carty is now gearing up to hit the pantomime stage in Kent.

There'll be no 'Bah humbug!' in Medway

There'll be no 'Bah humbug!' in Medway

Dress for the part at the popular Dickensian Christmas Festival in Rochester this weekend

The Only Way is Kent for TOWIE cast

The Only Way is Kent for TOWIE cast

Where in Kent did the cast of TOWIE stop off to film the reality TV show's Christmas special this week?

Crowd breaks out into Frozen sing-along

Crowd breaks out into Frozen sing-along

Dozens of people broke out into spontaneous song when the music failed at the launch of an ice rink - in the middle of a skating routine.

Feeling festive in Lille

Feeling festive in Lille

Mike Rees travelled to Lille to experience the city's famous and hugely popular Christmas market.

Gift idea: Beoplay A2 - buy now for only £299

Gift idea: Beoplay A2 - buy now for only £299

The Beoplay A2 is a powerful portable Bluetooth speaker featuring True360 Sound and up to 24 hours battery life.

Hampers - a perfect Christmas gift

Hampers - a perfect Christmas gift

If you're struggling for gift ideas this festive season, a traditional Christmas hamper from The Haguelands Village is a good place to start.

The next train leaving from Platform 1 is a Santa Special

The next train leaving from Platform 1 is a Santa Special

Visit Father Christmas aboard a polar express this festive season - there's lots to pick from all across the county.

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