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Question Time to be filmed in Kent once again

Audiences from Kent will be able to debate issues of the day when Question Time returns next month.

New homes and residential care home among latest planning applications

Several fresh planning applications have been submitted to Dover District Council (DDC) - including new homes and a care centre for children.

‘Major reform will help restore control of our borders’

MP Mike Tapp outlines the government’s plan to restore control of our borders and bring order to the UK’s asylum system.

Major transformation plans for abandoned garden centre and cafe revealed

An abandoned garden centre and cafe could be transformed into a multi-million pound specialist healthcare complex, KentOnline can reveal.

Health alert issued as Kent set for cold snap

A cold-weather health alert has been issued for Kent as temperatures are forecast to drop to freezing later in the week.

‘We’re being caned by rising parking charges - it’s diabolical’

Angry drivers say they are being “caned” by rising costs as council bosses bid to hike parking charges in two towns.

‘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.

Couple’s cancelled wedding saved at last minute as replacement venue steps in

A couple left without a wedding venue after a hotel collapsed into administration salvaged their big day - after a barn stepped in at the last minute.

‘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.

Lantern parades and Santa will help kickstart Christmas season

The start of the Christmas season will kick off with a special visit from Santa, light switch ons and a festive market.

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.

‘We will fight overdevelopment of our village until our teeth fall out’

Campaigner have set a £5,000 target to help stop 100 new homes being created in their historic village.

‘Amid the division, it was chance to reflect on sacrifices made for our freedoms...’

Dover and Deal MP Mike Tapp reflects on the important of coming together for Remembrance services in the community.

New homes and wine bar among latest planning bids

Plans to build new homes and transform a clothing shop into a wine bar are among the latest planning applications for Dover.

New operator revealed for Kent leisure centre as £20m revamp continues

A Kent leisure centre undergoing a £20 million makeover will be run by an operator already managing 230 others when it reopens.

Highly controversial plan to flatten Victorian hall for nine homes thrown out

Highly controversial plans to replace a Victorian hall with nine homes have been thrown out after more than 150 residents objected.

‘We don’t want our town to be a rat run’

Controversial plans for 45 homes on a farmer’s fields have been waved through - despite concerns over traffic dangers.

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Is this month’s Budget set to burst Kent’s house price bubble?

Ahead of the Budget, speculation suggests many in the county could face additional taxes if reforms are delivered.

New homes and overnight accommodation among latest planning applications

Several fresh planning applications have been submitted to Dover District Council - including a mini housing estate and caravan pitches.

Soiled clothing and 'strong odours' found at special measures care home

A care home has been plunged into special measures after inspectors found residents left in soiled clothing and unclean bedrooms.

Flood warnings in place for Kent coastlines

Flood warnings have been issued for parts of Kent, with the Environment Agency advising people to avoid coastal roads.

New homes agreed in village amid ‘traffic dangers’

New homes have been approved in a village where almost 200 more are planned despite fears of traffic dangers.

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Curtains up for Kent’s biggest and best pantos

We’ve got everything you need to know about Kent’s panto season, from dazzling dames to famous faces.

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.

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Question Time to be filmed in Kent once again

New homes and residential care home among latest planning applications

‘Major reform will help restore control of our borders’

Major transformation plans for abandoned garden centre and cafe revealed

Health alert issued as Kent set for cold snap

‘We’re being caned by rising parking charges - it’s diabolical’

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

Couple’s cancelled wedding saved at last minute as replacement venue steps in

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

Lantern parades and Santa will help kickstart Christmas season

Hourly bus service launches due to rise in demand

Multiple arrests at Turkish restaurants after immigration raids

‘We will fight overdevelopment of our village until our teeth fall out’

‘Amid the division, it was chance to reflect on sacrifices made for our freedoms...’

New homes and wine bar among latest planning bids

New operator revealed for Kent leisure centre as £20m revamp continues

Highly controversial plan to flatten Victorian hall for nine homes thrown out

‘We don’t want our town to be a rat run’

Is this month’s Budget set to burst Kent’s house price bubble?

New homes and overnight accommodation among latest planning applications

Soiled clothing and 'strong odours' found at special measures care home

Flood warnings in place for Kent coastlines

New homes agreed in village amid ‘traffic dangers’

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'Our nine-year-old was happy and healthy - now he needs a machine to help him breathe'

Tragedy as pupil found dead at school

Shoppers have first look at department store’s multi-million-pound revamp

240-bed hotel and spa part of multi-million development at golf club bidding for Ryder Cup

Man ‘spits in face’ of TV star’s wife in Kent town

Hospital trusts form county’s first group after unpopular merger ‘ruled out’

Tributes paid to ‘devoted’ community servant and grandad

‘We can’t afford not to do it’: £44m care home plan approved

Question Time to be filmed in Kent once again

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Curtains up for Kent’s biggest and best pantos

Curtains up for Kent’s biggest and best pantos

Follow festive trails at Kent’s historic estates

Follow festive trails at Kent’s historic estates

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Deal’s midweek marathon ends on a high

Leberl on victory which ends Dover’s winless run

Isthmian League weekend round-up

Report: Whites beat nine-man Enfield

Former Faversham and Hythe boss rejoins old club

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