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Is Indian Covid strain taking hold in Kent?

Up to 20 cases of the Indian Covid variant have been detected in Kent in a week - with one district recording the highest number in the south east.

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Huge Kent high school 'bursting at the seams'

One of Kent's biggest schools needs a new £1.5 million building to prevent pupils from having to be bussed miles to class, its head teacher believes.

Seven arrests after raid on cannabis farm at house

Police discovered more than 200 cannabis plants being grown at a house after people were seen loading them into cars, leading to seven arrests.

You really could shop till you drop under new scheme

The days of lugging around heavy bags of shopping in the high street could soon be over, say bosses behind innovative new proposals.

Fears for historic village if homes built on pub car park

The “most historic and picturesque part” of a village will be spoiled if a brewery builds two houses in a pub car park, residents fear.

Food bank's rent jumps from £10 to £16,000

An in-demand food bank is appealing for financial aid to help cover the cost of its new - and much larger - rental costs.

£10 off as Deliveroo launches in town

Restaurants serving Turkish, Italian and Caribbean food will all be available to order from online - as Deliveroo launches in a Kent town.

Nine Kent beaches among best in the world

Nine beaches in Kent have been awarded a prestigious Blue Flag.

Boy attacked by teens outside train station

A boy was left requiring hospital treatment and another has been arrested after an attack outside a train station.

Cause of mum's fatal roundabout crash remains unknown

A mental health worker died after her car overturned when it crashed into a roundabout, an inquest has heard.

Air ambulance called to town twice in one day

Two incidents in one day in the same town required the assistance of the air ambulance.

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Athletes battle for honours in county championship

The Kent County Track & Field Championships defied Covid restrictions and challenging weather to take place at the Julie Rose Stadium at the weekend.

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Our World of Sport: Roller Hockey

It's fast, fun and furious. Chairman of Herne Bay Roller Hockey & Skating Club and former international Mick Harris tells us all about it.

SE Dons George: The Sunday League TV star with international dreams

George Kamurasi wants to be the first Sunday League goalkeeper to earn an international call-up.

Integrity is vital for Herne Bay

Herne Bay chairman Stuart Fitchie says a decision on what to do with the 2020/21 season is not straightforward.

Make the season null and void now

Manager regrets friendly match after contracting Covid-19

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

'I fell in love with my cats simply by looking at their little faces'

Best known as a panto funnyman, actor and comedian Lloyd Hollett shares his rescue cats' story in our weekly pets column, Me & My Pet.

Three dogs and a gerbil compete for place in Round 3

The final round of May's Kent Pets Tournament is on the horizon - which two animals do you thing deserve to compete in the final head-to-head?

Boy's lizard on the loose after escape

A mum has pleaded for help in finding her autistic son's beloved pet lizard named Bob after he disappeared from her garden.

Police catch pig on the run

An escapee pig running loose in the fields prompted a police chase to recapture the troublesome hog.

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A stately home reopening fit for a king

The day one of Kent's historic homes reopens also marks 500 years since Henry VIII became its owner. We look at those events which still shape it now.

Welcome back inside

Kent's attractions are ready to welcome visitors inside again next week. From castles to clip 'n' climb centres and cinemas, here's what's reopening.

'I fell in love with my cats simply by looking at their little faces'

Best known as a panto funnyman, actor and comedian Lloyd Hollett shares his rescue cats' story in our weekly pets column, Me & My Pet.

A rare find: Kent's poshest PYO

Smelly loos, hit and miss booze - but the girl's a star

Get ready to rock out

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Baby milk shortages causing concern

Worried parents are struggling to get their hands on two particular types of infant formula milk because of a nationwide shortage.

Nominate a teacher for top award

Kent has highest number of obese kids in country

Famous names back children's book about tortoise

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Gardens

What's on this bank holiday weekend across Kent

Record numbers join Big Garden Birdwatch

Beautiful blooming bluebells

The blooming Garden of England

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University of Kent reader Dr Robert Green OBE discusses cold cases

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KentJobs

Amazon to hire more than 1,300 staff in county

An online retail giant is set to create more than 1,300 jobs when it opens its new Kent fulfilment centre.

Logistics firm looks to hire again

New Travelodge to open 'in time for summer'

Time for a career in horticulture?

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St Simon Stock Catholic School.: Part Time FINANCE ASSISTANT (Maternity Cover) June 2021 – Fixed Term 1 year

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Kent Wedding Day

Your No1 guide to getting married in Kent. From dresses to discos and venues to veils, we've got everything you could possibly need for your big day

Legal Sector Review 2021

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.

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Is Indian Covid strain taking hold in Kent?

Huge Kent high school 'bursting at the seams'

Huge Kent high school 'bursting at the seams'

Seven arrests after raid on cannabis farm at house

Seven arrests after raid on cannabis farm at house

You really could shop till you drop under new scheme

You really could shop till you drop under new scheme

Fears for historic village if homes built on pub car park

Fears for historic village if homes built on pub car park

Food bank's rent jumps from £10 to £16,000

Food bank's rent jumps from £10 to £16,000

£10 off as Deliveroo launches in town

£10 off as Deliveroo launches in town

Nine Kent beaches among best in the world

Nine Kent beaches among best in the world

Boy attacked by teens outside train station

Boy attacked by teens outside train station

Cause of mum's fatal roundabout crash remains unknown

Cause of mum's fatal roundabout crash remains unknown

Air ambulance called to town twice in one day

Air ambulance called to town twice in one day

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'I can't set up my food wagon because lorries block lay-by'

'If we find who did this, we may be able to find Ash's head'

College locked down amid town centre incident

Thirty manhole covers stolen from one road

Crooked son stole dad's £380k savings

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Athletes battle for honours in county championship

Our World of Sport: Roller Hockey

Our World of Sport: Roller Hockey

SE Dons George: The Sunday League TV star with international dreams

SE Dons George: The Sunday League TV star with international dreams

Integrity is vital for Herne Bay

Integrity is vital for Herne Bay

Make the season null and void now

Manager regrets friendly match after contracting Covid-19

No news before Wednesday

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

'I fell in love with my cats simply by looking at their little faces'

Three dogs and a gerbil compete for place in Round 3

Boy's lizard on the loose after escape

Police catch pig on the run

A stately home reopening fit for a king

A stately home reopening fit for a king

Welcome back inside

Welcome back inside

'I fell in love with my cats simply by looking at their little faces'

'I fell in love with my cats simply by looking at their little faces'

A rare find: Kent's poshest PYO

Smelly loos, hit and miss booze - but the girl's a star

Get ready to rock out

Baby milk shortages causing concern

Nominate a teacher for top award

Kent has highest number of obese kids in country

Famous names back children's book about tortoise

What's on this bank holiday weekend across Kent

Record numbers join Big Garden Birdwatch

Beautiful blooming bluebells

The blooming Garden of England

Shepherd Neame boss cautiously welcomes indoor pub reopening

University of Kent reader Dr Robert Green OBE discusses cold cases

University of Kent reader Dr Robert Green OBE discusses cold cases