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Huge housing estate will make area 'no-go zone'

28 November 2022
Huge housing estate will make area 'no-go zone'

A sweeping 4,000-home development is set to finally be given the green light - despite fears it will transform a part of Kent into a “no-go area”.

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Emergency housing need almost doubles in Kent's most deprived district

23 November 2022
Emergency housing need almost doubles in Kent's most deprived district

The number of households in emergency accommodation in Kent's most deprived district has almost doubled in a year - and is “likely to get worse”.

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Why GP is spending Sundays outside Kent MP's base

21 November 2022
Why GP is spending Sundays outside Kent MP's base

A doctor is braving the wind and the rain to devote his Sundays to sitting outside a Kent MP’s office.

Green light for transformation of abandoned oasthouse

19 November 2022
Green light for transformation of abandoned oasthouse

A historic oasthouse built in the 19th century is set to be converted into a number of two-bedroom homes.

New woodland 'fitting and lasting tribute' to Queen

16 November 2022
New woodland 'fitting and lasting tribute' to Queen

More than 1,600 trees will be planted to create a new woodland offering "a fitting and lasting tribute" to the life of Queen Elizabeth II.

'Waste of money' plaza bid set for go-ahead as over 50% object

10 November 2022
'Waste of money' plaza bid set for go-ahead as over 50% object

Plans to transform a busy route into a seafront plaza are set to be given the green light – despite more than half of residents opposing the idea.

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Clampdown on boy racers and car meets

09 November 2022
Clampdown on boy racers and car meets

It is hoped tougher rules on anti-social behaviour can stop boy racers in a Kent borough.

Council to offer free parking every weekend in December

09 November 2022
Council to offer free parking every weekend in December

Car parks in a district will be free on every Saturday in December following a council rethink.

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Historic pond at risk of collapse after 'significant voids' found

09 November 2022
Historic pond at risk of collapse after 'significant voids' found

An ornamental water feature is to have much of its base rebuilt after "significant voids" were uncovered.

Carers 'left dirty sheets' in elderly woman's home

03 November 2022
Carers 'left dirty sheets' in elderly woman's home

A council has been forced to apologise after a watchdog found carers put a late mother at risk of harm by "failing to meet her needs".

'Terror' as pub to be town's only bar open after midnight

02 November 2022
'Terror' as pub to be town's only bar open after midnight

A trouble-hit pub will become the only boozer in a Kent town to remain open beyond midnight - despite fears it will cause residents "misery".

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£6m transformation of old M&S in 'one of most deprived areas in UK'

02 November 2022
£6m transformation of old M&S in 'one of most deprived areas in UK'

A multi-million-pound makeover of a former Marks & Spencer in an area dubbed one of the UK's "most deprived" neighbourhoods has moved a step closer.

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Extra cash needed for sports centre renovation

28 October 2022
Extra cash needed for sports centre renovation

A sports centre renovation project to reduce its carbon emissions and running costs is expected to cost taxpayers an extra £330,000.

'Upmarket' restaurant given late licence despite noise fears

26 October 2022
'Upmarket' restaurant given late licence despite noise fears

An Asian fusion restaurant at a £115m development will be allowed to open until 2am, despite fears neighbours will be disturbed by rowdy revellers.

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Fraudsters con council out of £390k

25 October 2022
Fraudsters con council out of £390k

A council has been targeted by hackers, card cloners and fraudsters over the last six months - with a school among the victims.

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Fire station upgrade gets green light

20 October 2022
Fire station upgrade gets green light

A new training centre could be built to help firefighters learn new skills and techniques developed following the Grenfell fire tragedy.

'Draconian' traffic ban moves step forward

20 October 2022
'Draconian' traffic ban moves step forward

A bid to stop people travelling between neighbourhoods has been branded "a draconian ban on free movement" as the plan goes out to consultation.

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Pub boss defends later opening hours as neighbours hit out

14 October 2022
Pub boss defends later opening hours as neighbours hit out

A recently renovated pub has been allowed to extend its opening hours - despite neighbours’ fears over fighting and drug-taking in the street outside.

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Bar shut down over 'worst violations in 11 years'

13 October 2022
Bar shut down over 'worst violations in 11 years'

A gay bar has been stripped of its licence after police raised fears about drugs, noise and violent incidents - including a group wielding swords.

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Celeb hotspot hotel 'keeps our children up at night'

11 October 2022
Celeb hotspot hotel 'keeps our children up at night'

A luxury hotel popular with celebrities has been criticised by villagers who claim thumping music keeps them awake at night.

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