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What is an American bully XL dog?

11 September 2023
What is an American bully XL dog?

Calls to ban the American bully XL dog have increased after a ‘horrifying’ attack on an 11-year-old girl - but what do we know about the breed?

Kent Primark stores among 57 to trial click and collect womenswear

08 September 2023
Kent Primark stores among 57 to trial click and collect womenswear

Primark is adding womenswear to click and collect services later this month and the trial will include some shops in Kent.

Award for young sisters after family’s double cancer tragedy

08 September 2023
Award for young sisters after family’s double cancer tragedy

Young sisters who cared for two parents with cancer and a little girl who saved her mum’s life are among this year’s Children’s Award winners.

Costa recalls food items amid fears they contain small stones

08 September 2023
Costa recalls food items amid fears they contain small stones

Costa is recalling four items of food over fears the products may have small stones inside them that could be a choking hazard for diners.

Met Office predicts six-day heatwave ahead of hot weekend

08 September 2023
Met Office predicts six-day heatwave ahead of hot weekend

With temperatures continuing to climb ahead of the weekend, the Met Office says September’s heatwave could be about to break all records.

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Vet prices to be reviewed amid concerns owners aren’t getting ‘value for money

07 September 2023
Vet prices to be reviewed amid concerns owners aren’t getting ‘value for money

The cost of vet treatment has risen faster than inflation, claims the CMA, which is to review whether pet owners are getting a good deal.

Children with anxiety better off in school, headteachers are told

07 September 2023
Children with anxiety better off in school, headteachers are told

Pupils experiencing mild anxiety may be better off in school, says England’s medical officer, in a letter to schools addressing attendance problems.

‘As a parent, my biggest Kent Test gripe is that children sit it after three days in school’

05 September 2023
‘As a parent, my biggest Kent Test gripe is that children sit it after three days in school’

Thousands of pupils will take the Kent or Medway Test this week, but with schools only just reopening our columnist feels the timing could be better?

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Asian hornets: what do they look like and who do you tell?

05 September 2023
Asian hornets: what do they look like and who do you tell?

A vast increase in Asian hornet nests is raising fears UK bees are in danger but what do the invaders look like and how do you report sightings?

Heatwave could bring hottest day of the year to Kent

04 September 2023
Heatwave could bring hottest day of the year to Kent

A heat health alert has been issued for this week as September’s heatwave could bring the highest temperatures of the year.

Baby dummy and teether sets recalled over ‘serious risk of choking’

04 September 2023
Baby dummy and teether sets recalled over ‘serious risk of choking’

Baby dummy and teether sets are being recalled because there are fears small parts may break off and cause a child to choke or suffocate.

Lidl recalls children’s snacks due to explicit website link

01 September 2023
Lidl recalls children’s snacks due to explicit website link

Lidl is recalling Paw Patrol-themed children’s snacks because a website on the back of packaging has been ‘compromised’ with explicit content.

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September heatwave on the horizon confirms Met Office

01 September 2023
September heatwave on the horizon confirms Met Office

Dry, settled and very warm conditions are all in the Met Office’s September forecast which says a heatwave is possible for some areas next week.

National Cinema Day returns with £3 tickets across Kent

01 September 2023
National Cinema Day returns with £3 tickets across Kent

Cinema chains across the county are offering £3 tickets to showings this weekend to celebrate Saturday’s National Cinema Day.

Comic book characters and weather experts inspire new storm names

01 September 2023
Comic book characters and weather experts inspire new storm names

The Met Office has unveiled its list of new potential storm names with real-life weather experts, scientists and a comic book character in the mix.

Royal Mint reveals full list of rare coins from Queen’s reign

31 August 2023
Royal Mint reveals full list of rare coins from Queen’s reign

Households are being encouraged to check purses and piggy banks as The Royal Mint reveals the full list of rare coins made during the Queen’s reign.

Great British National Service scheme: How would it work and who is in favour?

31 August 2023
Great British National Service scheme: How would it work and who is in favour?

All 16-year-olds could be enrolled in a new National Service scheme - which has the backing of Commons leader Penny Mordaunt - but how would it work?

1p King Charles stamp among latest Royal Mail release

30 August 2023
1p King Charles stamp among latest Royal Mail release

Royal Mail has released nine new ‘everyday’ stamps featuring the portrait of King Charles with values ranging from 1p to £5.

‘If airlines continue to be responsible for every problem, holidays will become the preserve of the rich’

30 August 2023
‘If airlines continue to be responsible for every problem, holidays will become the preserve of the rich’

With thousands of holidaymakers stranded, airlines are coming in for criticism but our columnist says they’ll be a cost if they’re always responsible.

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Don’t miss August’s rare blue supermoon

29 August 2023
Don’t miss August’s rare blue supermoon

A rare blue supermoon not seen for more than a decade will appear in the skies above us this week and here’s how to see it.

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