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Crowds set to flock to beaches for warm weekend

13 June 2020
Crowds set to flock to beaches for warm weekend

Weather forecasters say temperatures will peak at 25C this weekend.

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Pigeon saved after shed blaze

13 June 2020
Pigeon saved after shed blaze

Fire crews failed to get in a flap as they tackled a blaze which saw one of our feathered friends needing treatment.

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Electrical retailer reveals which stores will open

12 June 2020
Electrical retailer reveals which stores will open

Shoppers will be able to get tech advice for the first three days as a major retailer returns as lockdown restrictions begin to ease.

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Business chiefs call for support as UK economy shrinks 20.4%

12 June 2020
Business chiefs call for support as UK economy shrinks 20.4%

The release of April's GDP figures have brought into 'sharp relief' the economic impact of the health crisis.

Plans for port and airport to form freeport zone

12 June 2020
Plans for port and airport to form freeport zone

A proposal claims thousands of jobs could be created if freeport plans are pursued - but airport campaigners are unlikely to be happy.

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Rupert Bear at 100 and the woman who created him

12 June 2020
Rupert Bear at 100 and the woman who created him

As Rupert Bear celebrates his centenary, we look at the life of the Kent artist who gave birth to the iconic creation.

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Escalators to get UV units and green steps to stay safe

11 June 2020
Escalators to get UV units and green steps to stay safe

A specialist firm has developed two key weapons in the fight to keep shoppers and office workers safe when using escalators.

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Ropemaking back at dockyard

11 June 2020
Ropemaking back at dockyard

An historic trade has resumed after the pandemic forced it to take its first break in production for 400 years.

Cross-Channel pact to revive tourism industry

10 June 2020
Cross-Channel pact to revive tourism industry

County chiefs have agreed with officials in Europe to work together to help boost tourism as lockdown measures are eased.

Help for manufacturing returning after lockdown

09 June 2020
Help for manufacturing returning after lockdown

A organisation representing manufacturing businesses has released support packages to help firms returning to production.

Chamber board complete with latest appointment

09 June 2020
Chamber board complete with latest appointment

One of the county's chambers of commerce has recruited an HR expert to its board as it prepares for life after the lockdown.

Hospitality firms urged to take part in webinar

08 June 2020
Hospitality firms urged to take part in webinar

An online discussion will take place this week with the county's tourism and hospitality industry urged to take part.

Coffee shop serving up home delivery service

08 June 2020
Coffee shop serving up home delivery service

A coffee shop has swapped cappuccinos for groceries in a bid to survive and thrive during the pandemic.

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When our county played host to sporting royalty

06 June 2020
When our county played host to sporting royalty

We take a look back at when the county hosted some of the world's biggest events and most celebrated athletes.

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Tunnel traffic's dramatic drop due to lockdown

05 June 2020
Tunnel traffic's dramatic drop due to lockdown

Figures for the first five months on the year reveal Eurotunnel traffic has dropped dramatically as a result of travel restrictions.

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Firms urged to review fire safety

04 June 2020
Firms urged to review fire safety

As workplaces reopen as lockdown measures are eased, employers are being urged to review their fire safety.

Mental strain on business owners of pandemic

04 June 2020
Mental strain on business owners of pandemic

A survey has revealed it is not just lost revenues which have hit small business owners in the county during the lockdown.

Brewery's can range leads to best month ever

02 June 2020
Brewery's can range leads to best month ever

A critically-acclaimed brewery has launched its first range of canned beers – and has enjoyed its best ever month as a result.

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Free webinar to discuss how county will bounce back

01 June 2020
Free webinar to discuss how county will bounce back

Business leaders are invited to discuss life after lockdown and the county's economic outlook on a special one-hour webinar.

Skills session vows to return after pandemic

01 June 2020
Skills session vows to return after pandemic

A free workshop aimed at bridging the skills gap says the pandemic has prevented it hitting a key milestone this month.

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