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Hundreds choose home school in just two months

05 July 2021
Hundreds choose home school in just two months

Hundreds of families in Kent have chosen to home school their children in the last two months, latest figures reveal.

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The camping mistakes that could cost you £2,500

03 July 2021
The camping mistakes that could cost you £2,500

Are you packing-up to pitch-up this summer? Here are some camping rules you should be aware of, that if not followed, could cost you thousands.

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When is Flying Ant Day 2021?

02 July 2021
When is Flying Ant Day 2021?

Every year thousands of flying ants take to the skies in swarms all at once. But when is Flying Ant Day 2021 and what should you do when they arrive?

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Electrical goods will now be cheaper and easier to fix

01 July 2021
Electrical goods will now be cheaper and easier to fix

Appliances including washing machines and dishwashers will be cheaper and easier to fix under new 'right to repair' law, in force from today.

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Why driving with hay fever risks a £5,000 fine or points on your licence

01 July 2021
Why driving with hay fever risks a £5,000 fine or points on your licence

With pollen counts returning to 'very high' levels, there's a warning for sufferers who plan to get behind the wheel of their car.

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Is this 'rapid feeding' plant pest in your garden?

01 July 2021
Is this 'rapid feeding' plant pest in your garden?

Rosemary beetles looks like glitter-covered ladybirds but can cause huge problems in gardens during the summer. Have you got them?

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Tougher prison sentences for animal abusers

29 June 2021
Tougher prison sentences for animal abusers

People found guilty of animal cruelty face spending much longer in prison, under changes to the law which come into force today.

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Parents could claim £500 Covid payment if children are isolating

29 June 2021
Parents could claim £500 Covid payment if children are isolating

Parents of pupils, being sent home to isolate after coming into contact with coronavirus, could be entitled to a £500 one-off support payment.

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British-grown strawberries and apples risk extinction

28 June 2021
British-grown strawberries and apples risk extinction

As Wimbledon visitors begin to enjoy millions of British strawberries there's a warning the fruit, alongside other home grown crops, is under threat.

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9 questions drivers don't know the answer to but could lead to a fine or ban

25 June 2021
9 questions drivers don't know the answer to but could lead to a fine or ban

Is it illegal to drive in flip flops, with headphones or with one headlight, are among questions most 'googled' by drivers. We find the answers here:

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Polar Express train tickets on sale today

25 June 2021
Polar Express train tickets on sale today

Tickets go on sale today for The Polar Express Train Ride, based on the popular children's story, which is pulling into Kent this Christmas.

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Drivers hit out at new £100 pay-at-pump fee

24 June 2021
Drivers hit out at new £100 pay-at-pump fee

The way we pay for petrol at the pumps is changing but it's leaving some drivers frustrated.

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How much would it cost to go to Hogwarts in real life?

24 June 2021
How much would it cost to go to Hogwarts in real life?

Ahead of tonight's Harry Potter Book Night, and with London's new magical exhibition weeks away, we dive into J.K. Rowling's wizarding world.

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John Lewis expands furniture rental service

23 June 2021
John Lewis expands furniture rental service

After its first collection was snapped up in 48 hours, John Lewis will expand its furniture rental service next month.

600,000 cars not compatible with new petrol

23 June 2021
600,000 cars not compatible with new petrol

A new greener petrol is being sent to forecourts this summer, but it's not a perfect match for all vehicles and drivers are being warned to check.

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Has Covid killed off birthday cake candles?

23 June 2021
Has Covid killed off birthday cake candles?

With parents worried about spreading Covid at parties, and a no-blow candle in production, has the pandemic ended the tradition of candles on cakes?

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Can I turn off new emergency alerts on my phone?

22 June 2021
Can I turn off new emergency alerts on my phone?

Loud sirens are being triggered on mobile phones as part of testing of the country's new emergency alerts system. Learn more about opting-out here.

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Emergency sirens to sound on phones today

22 June 2021
Emergency sirens to sound on phones today

Alerts which trigger siren-like sounds on mobile phones and tablets are being tested across the UK today.

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Driving test centres are fully-booked

21 June 2021
Driving test centres are fully-booked

Learner drivers wanting to take their practical test in Kent are facing extremely long waits for appointments.

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How much do our childhood sweets cost today?

20 June 2021
How much do our childhood sweets cost today?

How much are you willing to pay for a taste of nostalgia? The cost of some of our favourite sweets has been doubling and tripling in recent years.

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