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Iconic model firm to slash more jobs

21 November 2024
Iconic model firm to slash more jobs

Hornby says more job cuts are to come after a “significant reduction in head count” at its Kent headquarters recently.

Why work on controversial £650m Kent project won’t start for at least 18 months

21 November 2024
Why work on controversial £650m Kent project won’t start for at least 18 months

Bosses at Manston Airport say an announcement over investment is imminent - but warned it will still be at least 18 months before work starts.

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Winemaker set to broaden reach with distribution deal

20 November 2024
Winemaker set to broaden reach with distribution deal

A leading wine producer in the county says it has struck a pioneering distribution deal which will see if available in more bars and restaurants.

Campsite named best in South East for glamping

20 November 2024
Campsite named best in South East for glamping

A campsite where guests can stay in futuristic domes has been named the best glamping site in the South East.

£9bn crossing would be a ‘lifeline’ says freight boss

20 November 2024
£9bn crossing would be a ‘lifeline’ says freight boss

The boss of a major freight firm has called on the government to give the green light to the Lower Thames Crossing.

DIY stores continue to hang in the balance

20 November 2024
DIY stores continue to hang in the balance

A week on from calling in administrators, a leading DIY chain continues to hope a buyer will save its Kent stores and staff.

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Uni course to boost SME managers

20 November 2024
Uni course to boost SME managers

A university in the county is offering a 12-week course to SME chiefs to help boost their business.

Almost 100 jobs saved at beleagued construction firm

18 November 2024
Almost 100 jobs saved at beleagued construction firm

The Kent office of a construction giant which collapsed into administration earlier this year has been acquired - saving 95 jobs.

How much house prices are rising or falling where you live - and why

18 November 2024
How much house prices are rising or falling where you live - and why

While the average price of a house in Kent is falling, two districts in particular have seen a dramatic increase, according to a new property report.

‘Now is not the time to deck the halls with boughs of holly’

16 November 2024
‘Now is not the time to deck the halls with boughs of holly’

Some homes have already put their decorations up - but, our columnist argues, you should wait until at least mid-December.

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DIY giant goes into administration as 70 stores sold

13 November 2024
DIY giant goes into administration as 70 stores sold

One of the country’s largest DIY brands has this afternoon gone into administration - but 70 stores have been snapped up by the owner of The Range.

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Recruitment firm set for rebrand after takeover

13 November 2024
Recruitment firm set for rebrand after takeover

A recruitment agency in the county is under new ownership and will be rebranded.

Law firm to appoint three managing partners

13 November 2024
Law firm to appoint three managing partners

A law firm is set to break with tradition and appoint three managing partners next year.

Swanky Swiss watch shop opens

13 November 2024
Swanky Swiss watch shop opens

A luxury Swiss watch brand - where timepieces can cost thousands of pounds - has opened at a shopping centre.

Cinema chain future safe after sale

13 November 2024
Cinema chain future safe after sale

A cinema chain with outlets in the county has seen its future secured after it was sold at auction.

‘Blaze raged so hard it lit night sky like it was midday’

10 November 2024
‘Blaze raged so hard it lit night sky like it was midday’

The thousands of tourists who visit one of Kent’s most popular seaside towns have little idea of the inferno which forever changed it.

‘He was far from home but not forgotten’

10 November 2024
‘He was far from home but not forgotten’

How a forgotten gravestone resurrected long-lost links between a school, its wartime past and a solider’s family thousands of miles away.

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‘The town needs a pulling-down-and-having-another-go-at-it approach’

09 November 2024
‘The town needs a pulling-down-and-having-another-go-at-it approach’

Our columnist finds himself less than impressed with one of the county’s primary towns as he navigates its roads.

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Former owners of travel firm jailed

08 November 2024
Former owners of travel firm jailed

The former owners of an award-winning travel firm in the county have been jailed.

Major firm confirms it is to be sold in takeover deal

06 November 2024
Major firm confirms it is to be sold in takeover deal

One of the county’s best known infrastructure firms is subject to a major multi-million pound takeover deal.

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