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A criticism has been levelled at some councillors who chose not to wear face coverings during a meeting where others had been instructed to do so.

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Concerns for man's welfare causes M20 closure

A police incident has closed a large part of the M20 and M26.

A guide to Latino food in Kent

A guide to some of the best Latin American restaurants across the county so you can get a taste of the vivid Latino culture.

Brexit, roadworks and fewer ferries an unholy trinity in Dover

Dover TAP has been used 12 times in 18 days with Brexit, roadworks and less ferries combining to cause traffic chaos.

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Search for missing teen

Police have put out an appeal for help to locate a missing 16-year-old boy who has links to Kent.

Pub heroes save woman from choking

A pub worker was talked through CPR as he was faced with an 86-year-old woman who had collapsed after she began choking.

Does cut-price haggis honour Burns Night?

Trapped in Kent and can't get up north to celebrate Burns Night or just fancy trying Scottish cuisine? We find out if 'Spoons is the answer.

Dismay at sale of old village school

Villagers are upset about the council's decision to sell a piece of their heritage without consultation.

Wing-walking Mum caught Covid while pregnant

A mother is planning a wing-walk to raise funds to thank the NHS for saving the life of her and her baby.

Harder to stop new developments as housing targets missed

Speculative housing schemes across several districts are now more likely to be given the go-ahead, after councils failed to hit new homes targets.

Tree planting is such fun

A former landfill site has been spruced up with the planting of 420 trees.

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Scally: I want to get this right

Gillingham chairman Paul Scally hasn’t rushed his next managerial appointment and makes no apologies for it.

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The Canterbury 10-mile road race - in pictures

If you ran in Sunday's Canterbury 10-mile road race don't miss Barry Goodwin's picture gallery - you could be in it!

A great achievement - Hak

Hakan Hayrettin saw Maidstone players follow instructions to the letter in their big derby win over Ebbsfleet.

Stones move for Bettamer

Striker Mo Bettamer has been reunited with Hakan Hayrettin - more than three years on from his sole appearance under the Maidstone manager.

Report: Derby joy for Stones

Report: Priestfield stalemate as Gillingham’s winless run goes on

Hard working Gills lack the quality - Lovell reaction after goalless draw

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Pufferfish goes to dentist to have her goofy teeth trimmed

Goldie the five-year-old pufferfish had to have treatment to reduce her one inch fangs as they were preventing her from eating.

Family re-united with dog year after she disappeared

A French bulldog that disappeared from a family's back garden has been found a year later.

Experts reveal what foods are toxic to dogs

Nearly three in 10 dog owners have fed their pet a toxic food without knowing, this is what to do if your pooch eats something they shouldn't.

Pet experts warn owners of household hazards

From plants to toilets, specialists have revealed how to keep your pet safe inside the home.

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A guide to Latino food in Kent

A guide to some of the best Latin American restaurants across the county so you can get a taste of the vivid Latino culture.

Watch the birdie with the Big Garden Birdwatch

You can help wildlife by looking out of your window for an hour this weekend, with the annual garden birds survey, the RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch.

Join the Jubilee party packed with proms, picnics and pop

A top orchestra and a collection of tribute bands will be celebrating the Queen's 70 years of service in a Kent park this summer

Was it Miss Scarlett with the candlestick?

Bastille to play stripped back Kent gig

Acclaimed stage play starring Julian Clary comes to the county

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My Kent Family

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How to help prepare your child for starting school

Starting school can be daunting - for little ones and parents too - but there are ways you can help get them ready for this important step.

Great-great-gran, 100, meets family's first girl in 75 years

Couple use lottery win to transform daughter's life

Meningitis B cases rising sharply among teens

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Watch the birdie with the Big Garden Birdwatch

RSPB classes for the eagle-eyed

The story of Kent's silkworms that produced royal robes

RSPB give tips on feeding birds in winter

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Brexit developments bringing hundreds of jobs

A recruitment bonanza has opened up as a key Brexit change will see more checks needed on goods and food.

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Young people encouraged to take up lorry driving

Amazon to recruit hundreds of seasonal workers

Social care service wants to create 'army of caregivers'

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Publications

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.

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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'They should be setting an example'

Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash

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'They should be setting an example'

Concerns for man's welfare causes M20 closure

Concerns for man's welfare causes M20 closure

A guide to Latino food in Kent

A guide to Latino food in Kent

Brexit, roadworks and fewer ferries an unholy trinity in Dover

Brexit, roadworks and fewer ferries an unholy trinity in Dover

Search for missing teen