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'We will do better' - council's pledge to improve bin service

A council leader vows bin collections across a district will now begin to improve - six months after the launch of the authority’s new service.

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Brace yourself for thunder and downpours

The Met Office is warning of rain, hail, thunder and lightning this weekend for the county - with some areas already hit by flooding.

Three-car crash blocks busy main road

A main road was blocked in both directions after a three-car crash near a branch of Lidl.

BBQs and boozing from bottles could be banned from beauty spots

Lighting a barbecue and swigging booze from a bottle could be banned in more than 20 Kent beauty spots, a local authority has announced.

Lifeboat called in early hours to person in water

A report of a person entering the sea in the early hours of the morning sparked a large emergency response.

Oyster sales halted again after further reports of sickness

The sale of oysters caught off Kent has been suspended again as yet more people have fallen ill after eating them.

'These sea portraits are becoming more and more iconic...'

A woman is taking these mesmerising pictures of women in the sea as part of a digital project for Instagram.

£30k raised already as celebs back bid to save restaurant

Chef Tom Kerridge and food critic Jay Rayner are among those fighting to save a Kent restaurant - with £30,000 raised in less than 24 hours.

Kent Covid cases rise by 2,200 in seven days

Just one Kent district has seen a fall in Covid cases as the county's infection rate continues to climb, government figures reveal.

Queues after crash involving four vehicles

Drivers on a major route through Kent have been suffering delays after a crash involving four vehicles forced a lane to be shut.

Jack Whitehall spotted enjoying sunny weekend in Kent

The popular comedian and actor has been spotted basking in the sun in Kent along with his trusted canine companion.

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Sport

Tokyo Olympics: Craig remains on course

Emily Craig ensured her Olympic rowing hopes weren’t blown off course by cruising into the semi-finals of the lightweight women’s double sculls

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Gillingham line up Premier League keeper loan move

Gillingham are hoping to sign a goalkeeper on loan from a Premier League club in the next 48 hours.

Will Connor Ogilvie stay at Gillingham after all?

Gillingham boss Steve Evans says the contract offer is still on the table if Connor Ogilvie wants to stay at Priestfield.

Ogilvie plays for Gills in pre-season win at Colchester

Connor Ogilvie played 90 minutes as Gillingham returned to pre-season action on Saturday.

Gillingham boss sets the benchmark high for Watford loanee

Young goalkeeper signs on loan at Dover

Big defender back working with Gillingham boss Evans

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July's Kent Pets Tournament Winner has made his family proud!

We can finally reveal which pet has won July's Kent Pet's Tournament - but do you think your pet has what it takes to top the leaderboard in August?

Joy as second stolen spaniel found 140 miles away

A family have shared their delight after their stolen dog was tracked down 140 miles away in Oxford - months after she disappeared.

How to keep your pets safe in the sun

Heat exhaustion can pose a danger to pets. Here's the RSPCA's top tips for keeping your animals cool and comfortable during the hot weather.

'Going back to work could cause your pet anxiety'

With many people going back to work for the first time in months, we spoke to a pet welfare expert about the challenges this could bring for pets.

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Tickets on sale for Pride event

Tickets have gone on sale for one of the county's biggest Pride events, which will be held in August after having to be postponed last year.

Lavender fields forever

There's only a few weeks each year to see Kent's lavender fields - creating a buzz on Instagram - in bloom. We tried one of the sought-after slots.

Our guide to summer holidays fun across Kent

School's nearly out and the summer holidays are coming. Here's our guide to what's on where across the county to keep the kids happy.

Inside the seaside art extravaganza

'Does a cat cafe leave you feline good?'

Relax with six super events for the weekend and beyond

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Jobs to go as NSPCC looks at quitting Kent base

Referrals for specialist help for abused children are set to end as the national charity prepares to move out of the county.

Open air cinema across Kent this summer

5 ways to help your family sleep well when its hot

Under-19s to get free bus travel this summer

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Lavender fields forever

Be a citizen scientist and join the Big Butterfly Count

Seven super events in Kent this weekend

Inside vintage £1m house with glorious gardens

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Live: How to find a job after the pandemic

Join us for a live-streamed episode of The Lowdown, where we'll be discussing how to find a job after Covid-19.

Lidl launches bid for new store

Aldi reveals bid for new supermarket

Amazon to hire more than 1,300 staff in county

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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

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Whitstable

'We will do better' - council's pledge to improve bin service

Brace yourself for thunder and downpours

Brace yourself for thunder and downpours

Three-car crash blocks busy main road

Three-car crash blocks busy main road

BBQs and boozing from bottles could be banned from beauty spots

BBQs and boozing from bottles could be banned from beauty spots

Lifeboat called in early hours to person in water

Lifeboat called in early hours to person in water

Oyster sales halted again after further reports of sickness

Oyster sales halted again after further reports of sickness

'These sea portraits are becoming more and more iconic...'

'These sea portraits are becoming more and more iconic...'

£30k raised already as celebs back bid to save restaurant

£30k raised already as celebs back bid to save restaurant

Kent Covid cases rise by 2,200 in seven days

Kent Covid cases rise by 2,200 in seven days

Queues after crash involving four vehicles

Queues after crash involving four vehicles

Jack Whitehall spotted enjoying sunny weekend in Kent

Jack Whitehall spotted enjoying sunny weekend in Kent

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Arrest made after woman seriously assaulted

Fire-gutted nightclub is back after just nine days

Collapsed sewer closes road for two weeks

Boy, 16, in custody after girl stabbed

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Tokyo Olympics: Craig remains on course

Gillingham line up Premier League keeper loan move

Gillingham line up Premier League keeper loan move

Will Connor Ogilvie stay at Gillingham after all?

Will Connor Ogilvie stay at Gillingham after all?

Ogilvie plays for Gills in pre-season win at Colchester

Ogilvie plays for Gills in pre-season win at Colchester

Gillingham boss sets the benchmark high for Watford loanee

Young goalkeeper signs on loan at Dover

Big defender back working with Gillingham boss Evans

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

July's Kent Pets Tournament Winner has made his family proud!

Joy as second stolen spaniel found 140 miles away

How to keep your pets safe in the sun

'Going back to work could cause your pet anxiety'

Tickets on sale for Pride event

Tickets on sale for Pride event

Lavender fields forever

Lavender fields forever

Our guide to summer holidays fun across Kent

Our guide to summer holidays fun across Kent

Inside the seaside art extravaganza

'Does a cat cafe leave you feline good?'

Relax with six super events for the weekend and beyond

Jobs to go as NSPCC looks at quitting Kent base

Open air cinema across Kent this summer

5 ways to help your family sleep well when its hot

Under-19s to get free bus travel this summer

Lavender fields forever

Be a citizen scientist and join the Big Butterfly Count

Seven super events in Kent this weekend

Inside vintage £1m house with glorious gardens

Kent Tonight - Friday 23rd July 2021

Paul on Politics - Friday 23rd July 2021

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