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Fire damaged church tower back as new

The roof and clock tower of an historic church gutted by fire have been rebuilt thanks to an £8m facelift.

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'Spare me the cheap jokes about inadequate school...'

Woodwork lessons may still haunt him but our managing editor Robert Barman says he never felt failed by his 1980s Sheppey education.

2,000 items of contraband seized from courts

Security staff seized knives, alcohol, drugs, and sharp objects from people entering the county's courts last year.

Houses to move from one town to another

Houses in an entire close could be moved from one town to another under planned boundary changes.

Dream come true for Jacko tribute act

Michael Jackson tribute artist who began mining to his hero's songs in a youth club now has an arena tour of his own.

Why did the FT visit Kent to see this bus?

'It’s a lifesaver. Three years ago I didn’t need somewhere like this but now I do,' says pensioner about ground-breaking support bus project.

Neglected Yuzu found in 'disgusting' condition

A dog has been found wandering the streets in a "disgusting condition".

Huge reservoir planned for Kent to combat water woes

An 'urgently needed' reservoir capable of storing five billion litres of water is hoped to be built in Kent within the next decade.

'We've been called to 400 wildfires this summer'

Firefighters have been called to almost 10 times the number of wildfires this summer, as people are warned not to light bonfires or campfires.

'Inadequate' school plagued by bullying and truancy

An academy is to invest £1.6m after inspectors found too many pupils felt unsafe and more than half failed to turn up to class.

Fire crews fight blazing caravan

Plumes of black smoke can be seen as four fire crews fight a caravan blaze.

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Sport

Spitfires stumble again in run chase

Kent Spitfires fell woefully short in a run chase for the second successive Royal London One Day Cup game on Thursday evening.

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Home draw for Gillingham against higher-league opposition

Gillingham have landed a home draw in the Carabao Cup second round but miss out on Premier League opposition.

'This is special' Gillingham winger thriving off the fans

Jordan Green has only been a Gillingham player for a few weeks but there is already a blossoming love between the player and the fans.

It's a whole new ball game for Sheppey

Sheppey United player-manager Jack Midson is realistic about their aims for the new campaign.

Harris: Business as usual at Gillingham but 'the abuse must stop'

More focus required in the field

Batsman re-joins Kent

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What should you do if you find a stray dog in the street?

With the RSPCA about to enter its busiest period it has some advice for anyone who might find a healthy stray dog this summer.

Heatwave triggers escaping snake alert

With temperatures expected to top 40C the RSPCA has issued a warning about the increased risk of escaping snakes as the reptiles become more active.

Can you legally break a car window to save a hot dog?

Dog owners have been warned by police and RSPCA officials not to leave pets in cars but what should you do if you see an animal inside a vehicle?

5 signs of heatstroke in dogs as RSPCA warns of 'silent killer'

'If in doubt, don't go out' warns the RSPCA which says owners should avoid hot walks and be alert to signs of heatstroke as the weather warms up.

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Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

The 7 Days singer will be bringing his TS5 beach party to the Kent coast for a huge headline concert.

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

The Perseids meteor shower, one of the best of the year, will peak this week but is competing for space in the sky with the last supermoon of 2022.

Stand to attention as military show marches into Kent

Explore a wealth of wartime history with battle reenactments and vintage vehicles at the one of the county’s biggest military shows.

Historic river fete returns after Covid cancellations

Derren Brown: Showman to the end

New food and drink festival at castle

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My Kent Family

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Fresh warning to parents over 'Hello Mum' WhatsApp scam

Fraud experts are warning phone users, and in particular parents, to be vigilant to an ongoing scam that starts with the message 'Hello Mum'.

New primary school opening delayed

Trust to charge parents for baby scan photos

Green light for school's vast makeover

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Gardens

Everything you need to know about the hosepipe ban

Has the 'Covid effect' worn off for nature lovers?

Sweet smelling roses take over castle grounds

5 plants and trees you might not want in your garden

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Environmental experts fear hotter weather will have catastrophic impacts on wildlife

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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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Justice Secretary blocks release of baby abuser

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Fire damaged church tower back as new

'Spare me the cheap jokes about inadequate school...'

'Spare me the cheap jokes about inadequate school...'

2,000 items of contraband seized from courts

2,000 items of contraband seized from courts

Houses to move from one town to another

Houses to move from one town to another

Dream come true for Jacko tribute act

Dream come true for Jacko tribute act

Why did the FT visit Kent to see this bus?

Why did the FT visit Kent to see this bus?

Neglected Yuzu found in 'disgusting' condition

Neglected Yuzu found in 'disgusting' condition

Huge reservoir planned for Kent to combat water woes

Huge reservoir planned for Kent to combat water woes

'We've been called to 400 wildfires this summer'

'We've been called to 400 wildfires this summer'

'Inadequate' school plagued by bullying and truancy

'Inadequate' school plagued by bullying and truancy

Fire crews fight blazing caravan

Fire crews fight blazing caravan

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Spitfires stumble again in run chase

Home draw for Gillingham against higher-league opposition

Home draw for Gillingham against higher-league opposition

'This is special' Gillingham winger thriving off the fans

'This is special' Gillingham winger thriving off the fans

It's a whole new ball game for Sheppey

It's a whole new ball game for Sheppey

Harris: Business as usual at Gillingham but 'the abuse must stop'

More focus required in the field

Batsman re-joins Kent

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

What should you do if you find a stray dog in the street?

Heatwave triggers escaping snake alert

Can you legally break a car window to save a hot dog?

5 signs of heatstroke in dogs as RSPCA warns of 'silent killer'

Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

Craig David swaps Miami for Margate

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

Last supermoon of 2022 to collide with best meteor shower of the year

Stand to attention as military show marches into Kent

Stand to attention as military show marches into Kent

Historic river fete returns after Covid cancellations

Derren Brown: Showman to the end

New food and drink festival at castle

Fresh warning to parents over 'Hello Mum' WhatsApp scam

New primary school opening delayed

Trust to charge parents for baby scan photos

Green light for school's vast makeover

Everything you need to know about the hosepipe ban

Has the 'Covid effect' worn off for nature lovers?

Sweet smelling roses take over castle grounds

5 plants and trees you might not want in your garden

Canterbury woman warns of long Covid impacts

Kent's vineyards flourishing during summer heatwave

Homes across Kent already in Debt to their energy providers

Environmental experts fear hotter weather will have catastrophic impacts on wildlife

Freeview channel 7 | Virgin Media channel 159