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Driver hits 160mph on motorway

22 April 2023
Driver hits 160mph on motorway

A reckless driver hit speeds of 160mph on a Kent road in the early hours of this morning – prompting police to give chase.

‘Town centres change over time like our hairstyles’

22 April 2023
‘Town centres change over time like our hairstyles’

Our columnist reflects on how some of Kent’s town centres have changed over the years and ponders if for better or for worse?

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Winemaker secures deal with celebrity chef’s festival

20 April 2023
Winemaker secures deal with celebrity chef’s festival

A leading wine producer has struck a partnership deal with one of the summer’s leading food and music events.

Firms urged to enter tourism awards

20 April 2023
Firms urged to enter tourism awards

A regional tourism industry awards is now open for entries – with firms in the sector across Kent urged to put their names forward.

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Jobless totals rising as firms put hiring on pause

18 April 2023
Jobless totals rising as firms put hiring on pause

Continued economic uncertainty is contributing to a rise in unemployment figures across Kent and Medway and a reduction in the number of vacancies.

Sun-drenched Spain - or the Costa del Thanet?

17 April 2023
Sun-drenched Spain - or the Costa del Thanet?

For the same price as an all-inclusive week in the sun, holiday makers can, instead, have seven nights in Kent. We check out the options.

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'I bet the Bash Street Kids don't still get the cane'

15 April 2023
'I bet the Bash Street Kids don't still get the cane'

Comics like the Beano and Dandy were once a weekly dose of escapism - albeit with some behaviour traits which have probably changed over the years.

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Turnip water - a Turkish delight or vomit inducer?

13 April 2023
Turnip water - a Turkish delight or vomit inducer?

Our reviewer heads to a Turkish restaurant and takes a gamble on a traditional beverage which left a salty taste in his mouth.

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'Children's TV of the past gave us cultural touch points - but not anymore'

08 April 2023
'Children's TV of the past gave us cultural touch points - but not anymore'

From Grange Hill to Monkey, Animal Magic to Dogtanian - our columnist looks back at the changing face of children's TV.

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Sir Roger's £50m loan offer to Saga

04 April 2023
Sir Roger's £50m loan offer to Saga

Over-50s specialist Saga has agreed a £50m loan deal with the billionaire who sold the empire his father formed almost 20 years ago.

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Has Kent been 'absolutely walloped' by Brexit?

03 April 2023
Has Kent been 'absolutely walloped' by Brexit?

A Twitter thread describing how parts of the county's economy have been "wrecked" by Brexit went viral. But is it actually true?

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'When a house in Whitstable by the sea cost less than £60,000'

01 April 2023
'When a house in Whitstable by the sea cost less than £60,000'

Were things really cheaper back in the day? From football stickers to petrol, fags and gig tickets, our columnist takes a look back.

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Winemaker fizzes with delight at growth

29 March 2023
Winemaker fizzes with delight at growth

A leading sparkling wine producer in the county says it is pushing ahead with plans to double in size by 2026 after delivering a record-breaking year.

When Kent's beaches were splattered with blood amid flashes of gunfire

29 March 2023
When Kent's beaches were splattered with blood amid flashes of gunfire

The precursor to the coastguard was a brutal organisation which waged war against smugglers - often leaving our beaches drenched in blood.

'Getting a passport once took minutes'

25 March 2023
'Getting a passport once took minutes'

Ordering a passport today is a patience-sapping 10-week wait. But you used to be able to get one at the Post Office, recalls our columnist.

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Plans to reopen Manston Airport grounded by High Court

23 March 2023
Plans to reopen Manston Airport grounded by High Court

The saga of Manston Airport took yet another twist today when a judicial review - rejected in January - was granted after a hearing in the High Court.

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Dragons' Den star to attend major event

23 March 2023
Dragons' Den star to attend major event

A star of hit BBC show Dragons' Den has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at a leading business event in the county in May.

Historic hotel is sold for £2.1m

22 March 2023
Historic hotel is sold for £2.1m

A 16th century hotel which has been on the market since 2018 is now under new ownership after being sold.

Shepherd Neame pub prices set to rise as inflation bites

22 March 2023
Shepherd Neame pub prices set to rise as inflation bites

The financial figures for one of Kent's biggest pub operators are moving in the right direction - but inflation will prompt price hikes, it warns.

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Cinema screens, lions and private chefs at Kent's swankiest hotels

20 March 2023
Cinema screens, lions and private chefs at Kent's swankiest hotels

Want to push the boat out closer to home? We take a look at some of the county's most luxurious retreats you can stay in.

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