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Clash of views over ways to help autistic people

Two organisations both seeking to help those with autism had a public clash outside a seminar.

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Prison escape room to replace nightclub

Two enterprising brothers are setting up a prison-themed escape room attraction.

Ramsay's ex-colleague turning gay bar into family pub

A chef who once worked with Gordon Ramsay is looking to transform a pub’s image after taking over as landlady.

Things to make you feel festive across Kent

We have a helping hand to guide you towards Christmas with 14 festive treats across Kent this week.

'Depression and debt ripped apart our family home'

A mother left homeless at Christmas time tells how her stable life collapsed after a family death.

Top cop's Christmas advice

Patrols are being stepped up to crackdown on thefts and anti-social behaviour over the festive period.

Man accused of 36 thefts walks free after CPS 'mishap'

A 45-year-old man accused of stealing thousands of pounds worth of meat has walked free from court after a "scandalous" CPS error.

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Far-right campaign against 'mega mosque' relaunched

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Political group Britain First has relaunched its campaign against the construction of a town centre "mega mosque".

Hostel pneumonia death could have been prevented

An ex-prisoner's pneumonia death could have been prevented if probation staff called for an ambulance earlier, an inquest heard.

Teen victim praised as child molester jailed

A young girl who was molested by a pervert insisted on reading out her victim impact statement when sentence was passed.

Demolition starts at historic paper mill site

The site of a paper-production revolution is being levelled to produce hundreds of new homes.

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Police guards for children in hospital amid gang fears
New town ambassadors in crackdown on crime
Mum's child cruelty petition to be debated in parliament

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Sport

Report: Stevo at the double

Bradley Stevenson struck twice as the Gills avoided any dramas in the Kent Senior Cup.

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KM Football Podcast 14

In this week's podcast hear reaction from Steve Lovell, Andy Hessenthaler and Harry Wheeler after their sides won on Saturday.

Parrett: It's all falling into place

Gills midfielder Dean Parrett says belief is getting stronger at Priestfield.

Denly named in England squads

The 32-year-old has been selected in both the Test and ODI squads for the tour to the West Indies.

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Growing numbers on unemployment benefits

Dole queues lengthened by 640 people across Kent as unemployment increased nationally by a small margin.

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M&S seeks 150 staff for Christmas

Women lead surge in dole claimants

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Kent Fire & Rescue: Fire Control Operator
Starting salary £21,125 per annum, inclusive of shift allowance rising to £28,156 when competent.: Kent Fire & Rescue: Kent Fire & Rescue Service is seeking to recruit a Fire Control Operator based at Kent Police Headquarters. Maidstone, Kent ...

Interpersonnel UK Ltd: Mentor / Befriender
Non Salaried: Interpersonnel UK Ltd: Volunteers - Children's Charity Non-Salaried Do you have the time to do something amazing in 2018 and help a young person achieve their potential b... Maidstone, Kent ...

Kent Music: Customer Service Advisor
Salary as detailed: Kent Music: You will be responsible for setting up tuition for teachers, schools and students all over Kent. Maidstone, Kent ...

Three R's Teacher Recruitment: Teacher
£120-£140 per day: Three R's Teacher Recruitment: As a Teacher with Three R’s, you will benefit from: Excellent competitive rates of pay A great home/work life balance as we can offer work that s... Maidstone, Kent ...