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Pictures show aftermath of devastating field fires

20 July 2022
Pictures show aftermath of devastating field fires

New pictures have revealed the aftermath of two huge blazes that swept through marsh and heathland and threatened to engulf an animal rescue centre.

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Duckling stoned to death at lake terrorised by teens

20 July 2022
Duckling stoned to death at lake terrorised by teens

Residents at a lakeside community say they are living in fear due to the actions of youths 'dive bombing' in a lake and abusing and killing wildlife.

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Relief as community gym saved from closure

19 July 2022
Relief as community gym saved from closure

A leisure centre threatened with closure has been saved after a deal was struck to secure its 'short term future' with new agents in place.

How paper predicted record heat two decades ago

18 July 2022
How paper predicted record heat two decades ago

A town in Kent recorded the hottest temperature in Britain in 2003 and scientists made bold predictions for the future.

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KFC drive-thru plans at Asda car park on hold

18 July 2022
KFC drive-thru plans at Asda car park on hold

Plans to transform part of an Asda car park into a fast food drive-thru have been postponed due to ongoing concerns over parking.

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Tim Hortons confirm first Kent store opening

18 July 2022
Tim Hortons confirm first Kent store opening

A Canadian coffee chain has confirmed plans to open its first branch in Kent inside a former Pizza Hut unit at a town retail park.

Site of fire-ravaged pub listed for sale

18 July 2022
Site of fire-ravaged pub listed for sale

The site of a 137-year-old village pub that burnt down after being hit by lightning has been listed for sale with housing tipped to take its place.

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'We need 'break from Boris': Kent MP draws applause during TV debate

15 July 2022
'We need 'break from Boris': Kent MP draws applause during TV debate

A Kent MP in the running to become the next Tory leader received a round of applause as he set out his case for being the next Prime Minister.

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Firefighters battle 'apocalyptic' field blaze

15 July 2022
Firefighters battle 'apocalyptic' field blaze

Pictures show thick plumes of smoke billowing out over a country field after a large fire broke out and rapidly spread through the site.

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Baby's life saved by 'quick-thinking' police

15 July 2022
Baby's life saved by 'quick-thinking' police

The actions of two police officers have been praised after they performed life-saving first aid on an 11-month-old tot struggling to breathe.

Long tailbacks on tunnel approach

15 July 2022
Long tailbacks on tunnel approach

There remains delays on the approach to the Dartford Crossing due to a crash and an earlier incident involving two broken down vehicles.

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Rail services disrupted due to trespasser

15 July 2022
Rail services disrupted due to trespasser

A trespasser on the tracks is causing delays to rail services passing through a busy railway station.

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Southern Water sinks to 'appalling' low rating

14 July 2022
Southern Water sinks to 'appalling' low rating

The environment watchdog has called for water company bosses to be jailed for serious pollution following a damning report into the industry.

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'We've been financially sinking like the titanic'

14 July 2022
'We've been financially sinking like the titanic'

An eco-friendly business is set to close for good after struggling financially with supplier increases and the cost of living crisis.

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KFC drive-thru plans at Asda car park set for approval

13 July 2022
KFC drive-thru plans at Asda car park set for approval

Plans to erect a fast food takeaway joint tipped to be KFC on site of an Asda car park are set to be approved despite concerns from residents.

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Man hit by stolen vehicle fleeing police

13 July 2022
Man hit by stolen vehicle fleeing police

A man has been taken to hospital after being hit by the driver of a suspected stolen vehicle being pursued by police.

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Health bosses praise hospital's A&E improvements

13 July 2022
Health bosses praise hospital's A&E improvements

An NHS Trust has been praised for its continued efforts to heed previous criticisms of emergency department standards while also balancing the books.

Leisure centre faced with closure running large losses

12 July 2022
Leisure centre faced with closure running large losses

A leisure centre projected to run losses into the tens of thousands says it will close permanently unless a 'last minute solution' can be found.

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Kent MP bows out of Tory leadership contest

12 July 2022
Kent MP bows out of Tory leadership contest

A Kent MP has withdrawn from the contest to become the next Prime Minister after failing to secure enough backing within the Tory party.

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New images released in pitch invasion probe

12 July 2022
New images released in pitch invasion probe

More images have been released of seven people police wish to speak to in connection with a pitch invasion at Gillingham FC's ground last season.

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