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'Save our big cat sanctuary' plea after open days cancelled

25 June 2020
'Save our big cat sanctuary' plea after open days cancelled

A big cat sanctuary which cares for more than 50 animals has been forced to cancel its biggest annual fundraiser due to Covid-19.

Plans for 56 new homes are revealed

25 June 2020
Plans for 56 new homes are revealed

As a result of the Covid-19 outbreak, a 'virtual' public consultation has launched for proposal to build 56 new homes

Historic cliff side lift to re-open as cafe

24 June 2020
Historic cliff side lift to re-open as cafe

An iconic and rare cliff side funicular railway is to be brought back to life when a cafe opens in its lower station over the summer.

In pictures: Kent's funfairs through time

24 June 2020
In pictures: Kent's funfairs through time

We take a look at the funfairs of our childhoods - the ones that still stand, and the ones that are just distant memories.

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Air ambulance called after multi-car crash

23 June 2020
Air ambulance called after multi-car crash

Two people have been taken to hospital following a crash this afternoon, which required a call out from the air ambulance.

Mini railway 'steams' towards re-opening date

23 June 2020
Mini railway 'steams' towards re-opening date

A beloved tourist attraction is preparing to get back on track, but will make some revisions to the way it operates amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

Only Fools and Horses actors' appeal for war memorial

23 June 2020
Only Fools and Horses actors' appeal for war memorial

Two Only Fools and Horses actors have leant their support to an appeal to keep the Battle of Britain Memorial going during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Stalker threatened victim with acid attack

22 June 2020
Stalker threatened victim with acid attack

A man who threatened a woman with an acid attack then tried to bully her into changing her evidence against him has been jailed.

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'Disappointment' after attempt to stop divisive housing scheme fails

22 June 2020
'Disappointment' after attempt to stop divisive housing scheme fails

A judge has dismissed a campaign group's attempt to stop a controversial housing scheme - destined for greenland along the coast - from going ahead.

Upset after town centre market is suspended

19 June 2020
Upset after town centre market is suspended

Traders say their livelihoods have been put at risk after the council suspended a town centre market over social distancing fears.

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Work starts on seafront 'freshen up'

19 June 2020
Work starts on seafront 'freshen up'

Work to improve the look of the coastline by tearing down old beach huts, adding new wooden ones and repairing walls is due to start.

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Woman's 28 mile paddle board and litter pick challenge

18 June 2020
Woman's 28 mile paddle board and litter pick challenge

A yoga teacher is preparing to paddle board for 28 miles along the Royal Military Canal - picking up litter along the way.

Man 'spits' after declaring 'I have coronavirus'

18 June 2020
Man 'spits' after declaring 'I have coronavirus'

A man has been charged with GBH after allegedly spitting at a member of the public after telling him he had coronavirus.

Asbestos that closed beach came from 'old landfill site'

18 June 2020
Asbestos that closed beach came from 'old landfill site'

Asbestos found on a beach - forcing its closure - came from a former landfill site which was exposed due to coastal erosion.

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Excited shoppers queue for Primark and TK Maxx

15 June 2020
Excited shoppers queue for Primark and TK Maxx

Hundreds of people paid a visit to the district's town centres today, following government advice that non-essential shops can now re-open.

'Gangs dangle toddlers over water to get to UK'

12 June 2020
'Gangs dangle toddlers over water to get to UK'

Calls for a crackdown to end migrant crossings have been made after reports toddlers are dangled overboard to try and prevent boats being stopped.

'It's a potential Covid infection machine'

12 June 2020
'It's a potential Covid infection machine'

A warning has been issued following a rise in vandalism and people ignoring social distancing measures at a Kent park.

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Pub to launch drive-thru takeaway service

11 June 2020
Pub to launch drive-thru takeaway service

The owners of a pub which closed due to Covid-19 are launching a drive-thru takeaway service - which will be the first in town.

Kent's biggest animal parks set to re-open

11 June 2020
Kent's biggest animal parks set to re-open

Bosses at Howletts and Port Lympne have announced they will welcome visitors back from Monday, but with some restrictions being put in place.

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Beach hut hire inquiries surge

10 June 2020
Beach hut hire inquiries surge

A little slice of personal paradise or a glorified shed? With searches for beach hut hire skyrocketing we look at why Kent's are so popular.

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