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Why Kent was used as back drop to sci-fi film

Why Kent was used as back drop to sci-fi film

28 May 2024

The producer of a new movie starring a Bend It Like Beckham actor has revealed why it was solely filmed in Kent.

Former Rooks to become fishmongers with street food bar

Former Rooks to become fishmongers with street food bar

26 May 2024

A former JC Rook & Sons unit is to become a fishmongers and street food bar - two years after the popular butchers fell into administration.

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'Soulless' plans for 15 homes on horse field get green light

'Soulless' plans for 15 homes on horse field get green light

25 May 2024

Controversial plans for 15 homes on a horse field have been passed despite the scheme being branded a “soulless development”.

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Council blunder sees eight chicks die after letterbox warning ignored

Council blunder sees eight chicks die after letterbox warning ignored

25 May 2024

Eight chicks died after a blundering council worker posted a roadworks notice into a letterbox - despite warnings the birds were nesting inside.

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Jobs saved at Kent Pfizer site as Chinese firm moves in

Jobs saved at Kent Pfizer site as Chinese firm moves in

24 May 2024

A Chinese company is set to save dozens of jobs after confirming it is to set up its European headquarters in Kent.

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‘Op Brock is not the answer - we need an alternative’

‘Op Brock is not the answer - we need an alternative’

23 May 2024

The leader of Kent County Council has voiced his disquiet over the reliance on Operation Brock to ease disruption and delays on the M20.

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Kent MP had arms and legs amputated after sepsis battle

Kent MP had arms and legs amputated after sepsis battle

21 May 2024

A Kent MP has revealed he had to have his arms and legs amputated following a devastating battle with sepsis.

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‘Our road has only just reopened after being shut for 2 months – now it’s closed again!’

‘Our road has only just reopened after being shut for 2 months – now it’s closed again!’

21 May 2024

Traders in a road which has only just reopened following a nine week long closure say they are frustrated after it was shut again last week.

Aqua park’s bid to host ‘biggest events in the world’

Aqua park’s bid to host ‘biggest events in the world’

21 May 2024

Water park bosses hope to host some of the world’s biggest wakeboarding events after getting the green light for on-site accommodation.

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‘It’s not about the medal - it’s about the message’

‘It’s not about the medal - it’s about the message’

18 May 2024

Seven nurseries from Kent and Sussex are preparing to take their unique plants to the world’s most prestigious flower show next week.

Council puts skids under ‘drifting’ school after complaints of ‘screeching’ tyres

Council puts skids under ‘drifting’ school after complaints of ‘screeching’ tyres

17 May 2024

The petrolhead behind Kent’s first car ‘drifting’ school says he will continue to operate the new track - despite not having planning permission.

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Are Airbnbs really ‘ripping the heart out’ of Kent’s coastal towns?

Are Airbnbs really ‘ripping the heart out’ of Kent’s coastal towns?

16 May 2024

Airbnb properties are increasing rapidly across our seaside towns - but should we embrace or fear the rise of the popular app?

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Hidden door from 1700s uncovered at world-famous Kent castle

Hidden door from 1700s uncovered at world-famous Kent castle

15 May 2024

A hidden door scribed with centuries-old soldiers’ graffiti has been discovered at a world-famous Kent castle.

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Live animal exports set to finally be outlawed after 50 years

Live animal exports set to finally be outlawed after 50 years

14 May 2024

A long-awaited ban on the live export of animals is finally set to come into force - 50 years after campaigners started fighting for the rule.

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Boy, 14, arrested for suspected arson attack at historic site

Boy, 14, arrested for suspected arson attack at historic site

14 May 2024

Police have arrested a 14-year-old boy on suspicion of arson after a fire at a historic site.

Car wrecked in crash as driver ‘flees scene’

Car wrecked in crash as driver ‘flees scene’

13 May 2024

A motorist left badly bruised after his car was totally wrecked in a crash says he is desperate to see the culprit caught.

Delays on major route after car goes up in flames

Delays on major route after car goes up in flames

13 May 2024

Delays of up to an hour have been reported after a car towing a caravan caught fire, blocking both directions of a major route.

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Kent’s historic mills open to public

Kent’s historic mills open to public

11 May 2024

National Mills Weekend returns with more than 100 mills celebrating their heritage - including three Kent attractions.

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KCC cuts DoE funding leaving pupils in limbo

KCC cuts DoE funding leaving pupils in limbo

10 May 2024

A cash-strapped local authority is ending its involvement with the youth scheme founded by the late Prince Philip 70 years ago.

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The ‘eyesore’ McDonald’s restaurant which could open next to historic ruins

The ‘eyesore’ McDonald’s restaurant which could open next to historic ruins

10 May 2024

A new computer-generated image shows how a “garish” McDonald’s drive-thru could be built next to historic ruins.

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