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Builders donate face masks to NHS

02 April 2020
Builders donate face masks to NHS

A Maidstone construction company has donated spare personal protective equipment to frontline hospital staff in Ashford.

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24-hour coronavirus helpline launches

01 April 2020
24-hour coronavirus helpline launches

A new service has been set up by Kent County Council to help vulnerable people in the county access urgent help and supplies.

Fourth lane opens on M20

01 April 2020
Fourth lane opens on M20

An extra lane has now opened in both directions on the M20 as smart motorway upgrades continue.

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Aldi lifts product restrictions as stock levels improve

31 March 2020
Aldi lifts product restrictions as stock levels improve

A supermarket chain has announced it is lifting temporary restrictions on many of its products as stock availability has now improved.

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Covid-19 deaths in Kent rise to 34

30 March 2020
Covid-19 deaths in Kent rise to 34

At least 34 people died from coronavirus in Kent in just over two weeks.

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Fraudsters sending fake government texts

30 March 2020
Fraudsters sending fake government texts

People are being warned not to click on links sent to them in text messages claiming to be from the government about coronavirus fines.

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Dog sanctuary looking for new home

28 March 2020
Dog sanctuary looking for new home

A rescue centre for dogs is crowdfunding to help relocate after finding out its kennels will be knocked down and replaced with houses.

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Sport Relief, but for the NHS

27 March 2020
Sport Relief, but for the NHS

A mum from Tonbridge is campaigning for the UK to have a national fundraising day dedicated to the NHS.

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Man charged with charity shop theft

27 March 2020
Man charged with charity shop theft

A 31-year-old man has been charged with burglary after cash and jewellery were stolen from a charity shop in Sevenoaks.

Free parking until further notice

27 March 2020
Free parking until further notice

A shopping centre in Maidstone will no longer charge for parking to support key workers during the coronavirus outbreak.

Hospice appeal for laptops

27 March 2020
Hospice appeal for laptops

Staff at the Heart of Kent Hospice in Aylesford are now able to provide key service from home after an overwhelming response from its laptop appeal.

People of Kent clapping for the NHS

26 March 2020
People of Kent clapping for the NHS

People took to the streets this evening to applaud the frontline staff working to help those with coronavirus during the pandemic.

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Dealer spent drug money on TVs and handbags

26 March 2020
Dealer spent drug money on TVs and handbags

A drug dealer from Maidstone who spent drug money on an array of luxury goods has been jailed.

Nurse says Southeastern is 'cashing in'

26 March 2020
Nurse says Southeastern is 'cashing in'

A front line NHS worker from Tunbridge Wells says a rail firm is taking advantage of key workers by charging more for tickets.

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Kent Special Inspector recognised for lifesaving work

25 March 2020
Kent Special Inspector recognised for lifesaving work

Emergency Trauma Packs developed by a Special Inspector at Kent Police will be introduced at various locations across the county.

Clap for our Carers appeal

24 March 2020
Clap for our Carers appeal

People across Kent are being urged to join in with a nation campaign aimed at showing support to NHS staff working during the Covid-19 outbreak.

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Market at Lockmeadow open as usual

23 March 2020
Market at Lockmeadow open as usual

Maidstone Borough Council says the regular markets at Lockmeadow will remain open to help with food supply during the coronavirus outbreak.

Police warn of gift voucher scams in Kent

23 March 2020
Police warn of gift voucher scams in Kent

Fraudsters have been targeting elderly and vulnerable people across the county by getting them to spend large amounts of money on gifts cards.

Kent mum shares homeschooling top tips

23 March 2020
Kent mum shares homeschooling top tips

A mother-of-three from Sheerness, who homeschools one of her children, has shared some tips for parents across the county facing school closures.

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Restaurant cancels Mother's Day celebrations

20 March 2020
Restaurant cancels Mother's Day celebrations

A popular restaurant and bar in Maidstone has announced it will close temporarily after the latest government advice on the coronavirus.

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