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Rise in percentage of pupils passing Kent Test

18 October 2023
Rise in percentage of pupils passing Kent Test

Pupils and parents will receive the results of the Kent Test today, as figures show the percentage of children who passed rose this year.

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20 firefighters battle blaze for three hours

17 October 2023
20 firefighters battle blaze for three hours

Five fire engines were sent to a blaze in an industrial unit and spent three hours tackling the flames.

E-scooter rider steps in after boy attacked for wallet

17 October 2023
E-scooter rider steps in after boy attacked for wallet

A boy was taken to hospital after two would-be muggers assaulted him and attempted to steal his wallet only to be foiled by an e-scooter rider.

Appeal after thieves target 10 homes and cars

17 October 2023
Appeal after thieves target 10 homes and cars

An investigation has been launched after a group of people attempted to break into 10 homes and cars across seven days.

Body found near shopping centre

17 October 2023
Body found near shopping centre

A shopping centre car park was cordoned off after a man's body was found.

Impact on businesses from Eurostar loss to be laid bare

17 October 2023
Impact on businesses from Eurostar loss to be laid bare

Councillors calling for the return of Eurostar to the county are urging trade leaders to reveal the impact the service has on their business.

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‘Explosions’ heard before fire spreads to home

16 October 2023
‘Explosions’ heard before fire spreads to home

The doors to a garage ‘blew off’ during a fire before flames spread to a bungalow.

‘Keep windows shut’ warning due to field fire

16 October 2023
‘Keep windows shut’ warning due to field fire

Crews working to tackle a blaze in a field those living nearby to keep their windows and doors closed as a precaution.

Search for man seen with missing teenage girl

16 October 2023
Search for man seen with missing teenage girl

Police searching for a teenage girl last seen four days ago are seeking to identify a man seen with her on CCTV.

Hotel-restaurant awarded culinary crown

16 October 2023
Hotel-restaurant awarded culinary crown

A former pub turned hotel and restaurant is now on a list of just 21 other businesses in the county to have won a prestigious industry award.

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The National Trust property that's been left 'hollow and empty'

16 October 2023
The National Trust property that's been left 'hollow and empty'

Family of the former owner of an historic home fear his legacy will be diminished if it’s not open to the public for more than just two days a year.

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Overturned lorry blocks part of roundabout

16 October 2023
Overturned lorry blocks part of roundabout

Police, fire crews and medics were called after a lorry toppled over on a roundabout.

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Overhead power line duo come out on top

16 October 2023
Overhead power line duo come out on top

A pair of power line workers have scooped a top award for their efforts restoring power to people’s homes.

‘Ugly boxes’ in street transformed by artist

16 October 2023
‘Ugly boxes’ in street transformed by artist

An artist has been working on her hands and knees to paint “playful and whimsical” scenes on two “plain” metal boxes in a town centre.

Historic pub to close for renovations

15 October 2023
Historic pub to close for renovations

A Grade-II listed pub is to close for more than two months for a major makeover and will reopen under new management.

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Church without bells for first time in 114 years

12 October 2023
Church without bells for first time in 114 years

A village will be without the sound of church bells until Christmas after they were removed for a £50k overhaul.

Puppies found abandoned in bush

11 October 2023
Puppies found abandoned in bush

A litter of flea-ridden puppies which were found malnourished by a passerby are now recovering under the care of a vets practice.

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‘Riders across the country owe so much to him’

11 October 2023
‘Riders across the country owe so much to him’

Tributes have been made to a ‘pioneering’ police motorcyclist instructor who paved the way for thousands to ride more safely and skillfully.

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‘Rare’ sika deer captured on film

10 October 2023
‘Rare’ sika deer captured on film

A rare sighting of a black sika deer pacing through woodland was captured on film by a wildlife enthusiast.

‘Eyesore’ shop could become flats and a restaurant

09 October 2023
‘Eyesore’ shop could become flats and a restaurant

A former antiques shop that’s been described as an “eyesore” that “attracts pigeons and other vermin” could become flats and a restaurant.

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