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'Why I actually quite like the reviled and ridiculed plans for my hometown'

25 July 2023
'Why I actually quite like the reviled and ridiculed plans for my hometown'

Tower blocks proposed for Folkestone harbour have been widely derided by residents – but Rhys Griffiths thinks they could be good for the town.

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We tried the ‘glorious’ Kent riverside pub walk rated among best in Britain

07 July 2023
We tried the ‘glorious’ Kent riverside pub walk rated among best in Britain

With beautiful views and a delicious pub lunch at the end, it’s no surprise this riverside walk is one of the most popular in the country.

Stepping back in time on ‘magnificent’ steam train journey across Kent

29 June 2023
Stepping back in time on ‘magnificent’ steam train journey across Kent

It’s not cheap at £195 per person, so is this steam train journey through the Garden of England – with champagne all round – worth the expense?

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‘Are straight, white men being erased from broadcasting? Our box has been ticked for decades!’

26 June 2023
‘Are straight, white men being erased from broadcasting? Our box has been ticked for decades!’

An ex-Strictly star fears straight white men are being erased from our screens – but our columnist says it’s about time some other boxes got ticked.

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‘Never, never underestimate the power of the sea’

23 June 2023
‘Never, never underestimate the power of the sea’

A journalist who covered the mission to discover the wreck of Titanic believes people will continue to explore the site despite this week’s tragedy.

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‘Free KFC? The food here is too good to go to waste!’

13 June 2023
‘Free KFC? The food here is too good to go to waste!’

We visited the unique “community fridge” where anyone can grab fresh food for free – including bags of KFC chicken.

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We tried one of Kent’s best walks and the views were breathtaking

11 June 2023
We tried one of Kent’s best walks and the views were breathtaking

Named one of the world’s top visitor destinations, we tried out a walk with a stunning mix of natural beauty and top places to eat and drink.

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‘Why did everyone seem so terrified of blaming Brexit?’

06 June 2023
‘Why did everyone seem so terrified of blaming Brexit?’

The Kentish sparkling wine was flowing in Westminster – but no one seemed to want to mention the elephant in the room.

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Do people in Kent actually care about the small boats crisis?

05 June 2023
Do people in Kent actually care about the small boats crisis?

Our reporter questions whether the government has bigger priorities than illegal Channel crossings, while Kent residents also offer their views….

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Emergency crews at theme park as huge chemical attack staged

05 June 2023
Emergency crews at theme park as huge chemical attack staged

A simulated chemical attack will be staged at a major Kent tourist attraction today to test the skills of the emergency services.

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Rubbish could ‘pile up in streets' as bin workers vote to strike in two Kent districts

04 June 2023
Rubbish could ‘pile up in streets' as bin workers vote to strike in two Kent districts

Parts of Kent could see rubbish “left to pile up in the streets” after bin workers voted overwhelmingly for strike action over pay.

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Chiminea ‘sends shed up in flames’

04 June 2023
Chiminea ‘sends shed up in flames’

A garden chiminea is believed to have been the cause of a fire which saw a garden shed catch alight early this morning.

Pensioner pulled to ground in daylight bag snatch

03 June 2023
Pensioner pulled to ground in daylight bag snatch

A woman was pulled to the ground and had her bag taken after being approached from behind outside home.

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‘I am not going to give up, I am going to keep on fighting’

03 June 2023
‘I am not going to give up, I am going to keep on fighting’

A mother has vowed to continue fighting for access to medicinal cannabis used to treat her daughter’s severe epilepsy.

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Couple’s wedding day pain as stowaway cat goes missing at venue

03 June 2023
Couple’s wedding day pain as stowaway cat goes missing at venue

A couple have had their big day thrown into turmoil after their beloved cat stowed away in a van to their woodland wedding venue and went missing.

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Cigarette in bin sparks house fire

03 June 2023
Cigarette in bin sparks house fire

Firefighters were called after a blaze caused by a discarded cigarette spread from a bin to decking, fencing and a window.

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Will Kent roads cope with ‘busiest getaway yet’ this weekend?

25 May 2023
Will Kent roads cope with ‘busiest getaway yet’ this weekend?

Here’s everything you need to know about what to expect when thousands of tourists heading for France drive through our county this weekend.

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RECAP: Crunch talks on plans to scrap Kent recycling centres

23 May 2023
RECAP: Crunch talks on plans to scrap Kent recycling centres

Follow our live blog for updates as Kent County Council meets to discuss plans which could see recycling centres across the county close.

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The hidden gem park with incredible views that is loved by locals

21 May 2023
The hidden gem park with incredible views that is loved by locals

With beautiful woodland walks, streams and incredible views, this park is cherished by residents.

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A crumbling icon - the sad story behind one of Kent's most famous hotels

18 May 2023
A crumbling icon - the sad story behind one of Kent's most famous hotels

A once state-of-the-art hotel has fallen into disrepair, but its fortunes could now change after its glass-fronted restaurant was put up for rent.

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