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'Heartbreak' as RSPCA banned from taking in seabirds

A decision to ban the RSPCA from taking in sick seabirds has been described as "heartbreaking".

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No more benches or glass at shelters 'smashed to smithereens'

Fed-up council bosses have removed the benches and windows from Victorian-style seaside shelters after they were once again attacked by vandals.

Bison to arrive in Kent woodland in next two weeks

The first member of a herd of bison set to be introduced to Kent woodland will arrive within days, bosses have revealed.

Sacked chef's appeal to sue P&O

A former P&O chef who was sacked by the ferry company is appealing for help to pay his legal fees as he prepares to sue the firm.

'Disgrace' as new-build semis rented out for up to £2,100 a month

Homes on new-build estates across Kent are being snapped up by buy-to-let investors and rented out at eye-watering prices.

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'We can't clean up our mess - we're not allowed a broom!'

A resident forced to clean up after binmen who left rotten food strewn across the street says they told her: 'We aren't allowed to carry a broom!'

Wedding ring lost in heap of rubbish at tip

A recycling facility had to partially shut after a man's wedding ring slipped off his finger and became lost in a mound of paper and card.

Ambulance response times fall despite many facing long waits

New figures have shown ambulance response times are improving with South East Coast Ambulance Service performance ranked against other trusts.

Calls for new roundabout on danger junction to stop 'boy racers'

Elderly people living in a retirement complex say they fear for their lives crossing a perilous thoroughfare.

Why plans for thousands of new Kent homes have stalled

An issue holding up major housing projects could lead to "uncontrolled development" in some areas - so what's being done to solve the problem?

Care home in special measures after vital medication missed

A care home has been plunged into special measures after inspectors found a resident had missed 19 doses of vital medication.

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Sport

United's National Cup glory

Herne Bay United Roller Hockey and Skating Club's under-13s secured a decisive victory over Ely and Chesterton to claim the National Cup Championship.

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Greenhill girls impress on the national stage

The girls from Greenhill Gymnastics Club were in impressive form as they represented the South-East region at the British-National grade finals.

Herne Bay's West move

Herne Bay have announced they have re-signed Mike West permanently as the club’s plans ahead of their first Isthmian Premier season gather momentum.

Youngsters make all the right moves

Practice made perfect for Herne Bay United at the British Roller Skating Championships.

Risers raising the bar

Joined-up thinking as Bay legend returns

Net gains for Holcombe's Hoyte

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Your one stop shop for your furry, flying and finned friends...

Dumped Cluckle Brothers looking for home

Two cockerels called Paul and Barry Cluckle are looking for a home after being abandoned.

RSPCA fears for pet health as cash-strapped owners cut back

Animal charities say owners are cutting back on medical bills and pet food as the cost of living crisis squeezes budgets.

Warning to dog owners over highly toxic blue-green algae

Dog owners are being told to keep their pets on leads around freshwater as the recent hot weather may increase the growth of toxic blue-green algae.

Cattery opens 'pet food bank' amid cost of living crisis

An RSPCA cattery is offering pet food parcels to owners who are struggling to afford to feed their animals amid the cost of living crisis.

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A festival to be grateful for

You can win family tickets, including luxury glamping and a packed line-up of music, to this year’s Gratitude Festival.

Strictly stars team up for spectacular one-of-a-kind tour

Two of the show’s best-loved dancers, Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice, will join forces for a dance extravaganza.

8 Kent pubs with breathtaking views

Enjoy a cold pint and incredible views this summer at these picture-perfect locations.

Maze is out of this world

Cultural festival returns to the county

'I’m not going to pay for what he sicked up'

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My Kent Family

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Zipline attraction announces two new rides

Daredevils will get the chance to try out indoor sky diving or a giant swing at Bluewater.

Bubble waffle business to open in town centre

What is polio virus and when should you be vaccinated against it?

Dinner lady Polly, 80, has no intention of retiring

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Gardens

Sweet smelling roses take over castle grounds

5 plants and trees you might not want in your garden

Glorious gardens to visit this month

Beautiful bluebells blossom this spring

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Kent Says: Should child obesity be treated as abuse?

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Kent Bike Polo team encourages more people to take up the sport

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Rescue centres at breaking point after a surge of animals being abandoned across Kent

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Businesses in Gravesend finally recover from a damaging month-long closure of their high street

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KentJobs

Millions to get more money in their pay packets from this month

Millions of workers are expected to see their take-home pay increase from this month thanks to changes to National Insurance contributions.

Hundreds of jobs up for grabs at shopping centre

Kickstart a career in journalism with a KM apprenticeship

Aldi creating 175 jobs in Kent paying up to £63k

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Publications

Legal Sector Review 2022

Round up of the strengths and expertise of different law firms across the county, based on the findings of respected guides by Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500.

Next Step

A guide for your future. For Year 11 students in Kent and Medway. Click here for the e-edition.

Kent New Homes

The must-see guide to new developments across the county

KEiBA

The Class of 2021: Find out more about the winners of this year's Kent Excellence in Business Awards – better known as the KEiBAs

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Mum calls for barbecue beach ban after son's horror fall

Pals to take on 'world's toughest row' - but have never rowed before

Robber hit shopkeeper with cricket bat during raid

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Mum calls for barbecue beach ban after son's horror fall

Pals to take on 'world's toughest row' - but have never rowed before

Robber hit shopkeeper with cricket bat during raid

Herne Bay

'Heartbreak' as RSPCA banned from taking in seabirds

No more benches or glass at shelters 'smashed to smithereens'

No more benches or glass at shelters 'smashed to smithereens'

Bison to arrive in Kent woodland in next two weeks

Bison to arrive in Kent woodland in next two weeks

Sacked chef's appeal to sue P&O

Sacked chef's appeal to sue P&O

'Disgrace' as new-build semis rented out for up to £2,100 a month

'Disgrace' as new-build semis rented out for up to £2,100 a month

'We can't clean up our mess - we're not allowed a broom!'

'We can't clean up our mess - we're not allowed a broom!'

Wedding ring lost in heap of rubbish at tip

Wedding ring lost in heap of rubbish at tip

Ambulance response times fall despite many facing long waits

Ambulance response times fall despite many facing long waits

Calls for new roundabout on danger junction to stop 'boy racers'

Calls for new roundabout on danger junction to stop 'boy racers'

Why plans for thousands of new Kent homes have stalled

Why plans for thousands of new Kent homes have stalled

Care home in special measures after vital medication missed

Care home in special measures after vital medication missed

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Race circuit cancels events due to 'senseless behaviour'

Bar owner told to remove canopy installed during lockdown

'Second homes and Airbnbs have left us with no community'

Abandoned bus discovered blocking main road

Tributes to young father after A249 bridge fall

Win a weekend glamping trip for the whole family to Gratitude Festival, worth £500

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United's National Cup glory

Greenhill girls impress on the national stage

Greenhill girls impress on the national stage

Herne Bay's West move

Herne Bay's West move

Youngsters make all the right moves

Youngsters make all the right moves

Risers raising the bar

Joined-up thinking as Bay legend returns

Net gains for Holcombe's Hoyte

Your one stop shop for your furry, flying and finned friends...

Dumped Cluckle Brothers looking for home

RSPCA fears for pet health as cash-strapped owners cut back

Warning to dog owners over highly toxic blue-green algae

Cattery opens 'pet food bank' amid cost of living crisis

A festival to be grateful for

A festival to be grateful for

Strictly stars team up for spectacular one-of-a-kind tour

Strictly stars team up for spectacular one-of-a-kind tour

8 Kent pubs with breathtaking views

8 Kent pubs with breathtaking views

Maze is out of this world

Cultural festival returns to the county

'I’m not going to pay for what he sicked up'

Zipline attraction announces two new rides

Bubble waffle business to open in town centre

What is polio virus and when should you be vaccinated against it?

Dinner lady Polly, 80, has no intention of retiring

Sweet smelling roses take over castle grounds

5 plants and trees you might not want in your garden

Glorious gardens to visit this month

Beautiful bluebells blossom this spring

Kent Says: Should child obesity be treated as abuse?

Kent Bike Polo team encourages more people to take up the sport

Rescue centres at breaking point after a surge of animals being abandoned across Kent

Businesses in Gravesend finally recover from a damaging month-long closure of their high street

Freeview channel 7 | Virgin Media channel 159