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Doctors strike to disrupt ‘almost all planned care’ this week

18 September 2023
Doctors strike to disrupt ‘almost all planned care’ this week

A strike by both consultants and junior doctors this week is going to cause ‘unprecedented disruption’ for patients, the NHS is warning.

Supermarket loyalty prices not ‘always as good as they seem’ warns Which?

15 September 2023
Supermarket loyalty prices not ‘always as good as they seem’ warns Which?

Tesco and Sainsbury’s have defended their loyalty schemes amid claims by Which? that regular prices may be being raised to make deals look better.

Argos reveals 18 top toys for Christmas 2023

15 September 2023
Argos reveals 18 top toys for Christmas 2023

The toys most likely to top Christmas wish lists this year have been revealed by retailer Argos, which has released its annual list of predictions.

Government to fund insulation for UK’s draughtiest homes – does yours qualify?

14 September 2023
Government to fund insulation for UK’s draughtiest homes – does yours qualify?

Homes could save £400 a year on their energy bills under a scheme to improve 300,000 of the UK’s draughtiest homes – does your property qualify?

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Cadbury Christmas treat returns to shelves after almost a decade

14 September 2023
Cadbury Christmas treat returns to shelves after almost a decade

Cadbury is bringing back a popular Christmas treat almost a decade after the confectioner discontinued the range.

Cult Disney classic back in Kent cinemas for 30th anniversary

13 September 2023
Cult Disney classic back in Kent cinemas for 30th anniversary

Cult Halloween classic Hocus Pocus, starring Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker, is returning to Kent cinemas to celebrate its 30th birthday.

Body cameras for Primark staff as bosses warn of rise in shoplifting

13 September 2023
Body cameras for Primark staff as bosses warn of rise in shoplifting

Primark has become the latest retailer to say it’s suffering at the hands of shoplifters with profits set to be hit by a loss of stolen stock.

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‘We should be giving all pupils a school dinner in the same way that everyone gets NHS care’

12 September 2023
‘We should be giving all pupils a school dinner in the same way that everyone gets NHS care’

London has rolled out free school meals for all primary pupils and our columnist says, in a cost of living crisis, Kent should follow suit.

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Quality Street to bring back retro sweet after 20 years

12 September 2023
Quality Street to bring back retro sweet after 20 years

Quality Street manufacturer Nestle has announced it is bringing back a retro chocolate it discontinued 20 years ago.

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Supermarket to scap milk use-by dates

11 September 2023
Supermarket to scap milk use-by dates

A supermarket is to scrap use-by dates on milk as research suggests the average family spends over £730 a year on good food which goes in the bin.

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Comet Nishimura to be visible over Kent this week

11 September 2023
Comet Nishimura to be visible over Kent this week

A comet, only discovered in August, will fly very close to Earth this week providing a ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to see it with the naked eye.

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?

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