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Kent braces itself for searing 34C heat

16 June 2022
Kent braces itself for searing 34C heat

Temperatures could hit 34C, the Met Office is warning, which has prompted public health officials to raise the heat-health alert level.

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Last chance to nominate hero children

15 June 2022
Last chance to nominate hero children

The Children's Awards, which recognise the efforts of Kent's courageous kids, is closing for nominations soon - have you done yours?

How to keep your pets safe in the sun

15 June 2022
How to keep your pets safe in the sun

Heat exhaustion can pose a real danger to pets, so here's the RSPCA's top tips for keeping animals cool and comfortable during the hot weather.

Prisoners face drinking bans and alcohol tags on leaving jail

15 June 2022
Prisoners face drinking bans and alcohol tags on leaving jail

People leaving prison could be given alcohol bans and sobriety tags under new plans to cut reoffending rates and drink-fuelled crime.

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Are you one of 770,000 people eligible for an extra £3,300 a year?

15 June 2022
Are you one of 770,000 people eligible for an extra £3,300 a year?

More than 770,000 people are missing out on more than £1.7 billion in unclaimed pension credits - are you one of them?

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Strawberry Supermoon set to delight skygazers and here's when to see it

14 June 2022
Strawberry Supermoon set to delight skygazers and here's when to see it

Stargazers are gearing up to capture June's Stawberry Supermoon and here's how and when you can see it from today.

Free beer scam spreading like 'wildfire' through Whatsapp

14 June 2022
Free beer scam spreading like 'wildfire' through Whatsapp

Whatsapp users are being warned not to interact with a scam message offering free coolers of Heineken beer for Father's Day.

11 ways to save fuel as the AA demands a 10p tax cut

10 June 2022
11 ways to save fuel as the AA demands a 10p tax cut

As the AA calls for a 10p cut in fuel duty we look at other ways drivers can conserve what's in their tank to reduce petrol and diesel bills.

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Warm weekend weather to collide with peak in grass pollen

09 June 2022
Warm weekend weather to collide with peak in grass pollen

Hayfever sufferers are being told to prepare for very high pollen levels as warm sunny weather sweeps into Kent just as grass pollen levels peak.

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Royal Mail celebrates the nation's favourite felines

09 June 2022
Royal Mail celebrates the nation's favourite felines

The UK's most popular cats are being given their own set of stamps available to buy from today.

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Rail strike: When does it start and which trains are affected?

08 June 2022
Rail strike: When does it start and which trains are affected?

More than 40,000 railway workers are going on strike for three days this month in a move expected to plunge train services into chaos.

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Fuel to hit £110 a tank, predicts RAC

08 June 2022
Fuel to hit £110 a tank, predicts RAC

Drivers must be prepared to soon pay £2 a litre for petrol and diesel, warns the RAC, as the cost of fuel reaches prices never seen before.

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The scam DVLA text that could cost you your bank balance

08 June 2022
The scam DVLA text that could cost you your bank balance

Scam texts impersonating the DVLA are attempting to con people out of money and personal details and drivers need to be aware, say officials.

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Here's where Platinum Jubilee beacons will be lit in Kent

02 June 2022
Here's where Platinum Jubilee beacons will be lit in Kent

Hundreds of Platinum Jubilee beacons are to be lit on Thursday night and here's where Kent's ceremonies are taking place.

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AA warns of traffic delays with 19 million Jubilee journeys planned

01 June 2022
AA warns of traffic delays with 19 million Jubilee journeys planned

Drivers are being warned to expect traffic problems near shops and supermarkets as the nation gets ready for the Platinum Jubilee weekend.

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Supermarket opening times for the Platinum Jubilee

01 June 2022
Supermarket opening times for the Platinum Jubilee

Some supermarkets are set to shorten or change their opening hours over the bank holiday weekend to make way for Jubilee celebrations.

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All the places kids eat free or for just £1 this week

01 June 2022
All the places kids eat free or for just £1 this week

If you're looking to save some pennies and pounds over half term here's the restaurants and cafes with children's meal deals.

New advice for those with mystery rashes as monkeypox cases almost double

31 May 2022
New advice for those with mystery rashes as monkeypox cases almost double

New guidance for those with unexplained rashes has been issued by health officials as a further 71 monkeypox cases are found in England.

The Platinum Jubilee events happening near you

30 May 2022
The Platinum Jubilee events happening near you

From fetes to concerts, proms to picnics - we've rounded up the best of Kent's Platinum Jubilee events here.

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Holidaymakers at increased risk of fraud warns ABTA

27 May 2022
Holidaymakers at increased risk of fraud warns ABTA

Scammers are finding new ways to target holidaymakers as the demand for breaks and travel increases.

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