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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.

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Tributes paid to Kent journalist Carol Davies

Tributes flood in as the former editor of the Thanet Extra, Canterbury Adscene, Whitstable Times and Herne Bay Times loses her battle with cancer.

Further monkeypox cases reported in Kent

Latest data shows more suspected cases of the monkeypox virus in the county, but health chiefs say they hope the infection rate is stabilising.

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.

Pair attacked and pet killed in dog attack

Police are investigating after a man and woman were attacked by a dog while their pet was mauled to death.

'Sinking' major road shut for four consecutive nights

Four overnight closures of a major Kent road will be enforced from today, as engineers work to fix subsidence problems.

Two charged after pair attacked in house raid

Detectives have charged two men with aggravated burglary after two people were attacked inside a home.

Why boss at Kent's top restaurant chose Whitstable

The owner of Kent's top-rated restaurant has revealed why he decided to open its second site in Whitstable - and which seaside towns missed out.

'Kent looking down the barrel of a homeless crisis'

A charity is warning more households could become homeless as the number of people at risk of losing their properties rises to pre-pandemic levels.

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'Make hosepipe ban county-wide'

The environment secretary has urged water companies not imposing hosepipe bans in Kent to rethink their plans.

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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.

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

It’s been a monumental week for Gillingham Football Club - but business as usual for the manager.

More focus required in the field

Batsman re-joins Kent

Anyone at home will do for Gillingham boss Harris

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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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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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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.

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Aldi creating 175 jobs in Kent paying up to £63k

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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.

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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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2,000 items of contraband seized from courts

Tributes paid to Kent journalist Carol Davies

Tributes paid to Kent journalist Carol Davies

Further monkeypox cases reported in Kent

Further monkeypox cases reported in Kent

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'

Pair attacked and pet killed in dog attack

Pair attacked and pet killed in dog attack

'Sinking' major road shut for four consecutive nights

'Sinking' major road shut for four consecutive nights

Two charged after pair attacked in house raid

Two charged after pair attacked in house raid

Why boss at Kent's top restaurant chose Whitstable

Why boss at Kent's top restaurant chose Whitstable

'Kent looking down the barrel of a homeless crisis'

'Kent looking down the barrel of a homeless crisis'

'Make hosepipe ban county-wide'

'Make hosepipe ban county-wide'

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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

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

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

More focus required in the field

Batsman re-joins Kent

Anyone at home will do for Gillingham boss Harris

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