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Plans unveiled for £10m school to support 1,150 new homes

Plans unveiled for £10m school to support 1,150 new homes

Details have emerged for a 425-pupil primary school to be built on a new development for 1,000 homes.

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'They're doing all this work - but it’s still dangerous to cross road!'

'They're doing all this work - but it’s still dangerous to cross road!'

A project transforming one of the main routes between two Kent towns has sparked a backlash from “heartbroken” residents.

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Kent guitarist behind tribute shows for Jeff Beck

Kent guitarist behind tribute shows for Jeff Beck

A Kent musician has put together a band to tour a tribute to the late legendary guitarist Jeff Beck.

Fans' favourite Henry signs for Division 1 rivals

Fans' favourite Henry signs for Division 1 rivals

Former Kent overseas fast bowler Matt Henry will be back in England this summer - but not at Canterbury.

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Jogger wearing mankini at Parkrun told to cover up

Jogger wearing mankini at Parkrun told to cover up

A scantily-clad jogger says he was told to wear more clothing in future after sporting a bright green mankini at a Parkrun event.

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Rees-Mogg brands council leader's traffic zones plan 'crazy'

Rees-Mogg brands council leader's traffic zones plan 'crazy'

Jacob Rees-Mogg has hit out at controversial plans to introduce traffic 'zones' in Canterbury and ban residents from driving directly between them.

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High street blocked by stuck lorry

High street blocked by stuck lorry

A high street was blocked by a lorry which got stuck down a narrow lane, with residents baffled as to how it would get out.

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Archbishop denounced as church's world leader over same-sex marriage stance

Archbishop denounced as church's world leader over same-sex marriage stance

Global church leaders say the Archbishop of Canterbury is not considered to be their leader over a ruling to allow blessings for same-sex couples.

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Mums’ concern as free school travel set to be scrapped

Mums’ concern as free school travel set to be scrapped

Parents will be told to cough up £500 if plans to axe free school journeys for teens with special needs are given the go-ahead.

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Canterbury dig deep for derby win

Canterbury dig deep for derby win

Canterbury's defensive resolve got them over the line in their National League 2 East clash with Sevenoaks.

'I rushed out in my pants to save my tools - but I didn't want to die'

'I rushed out in my pants to save my tools - but I didn't want to die'

Knife-wielding thugs threatened to stab a dad who confronted them as they broke into his van - before attempting to run him over as they escaped.

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'High-end' housing development to celebrate Kent's hop-making roots

'High-end' housing development to celebrate Kent's hop-making roots

The firm behind plans for a “high-end” housing development says it hopes to celebrate Kent and its traditions through the design of its houses.

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Councillor suspended for claiming leader's 'lost the plot'

Councillor suspended for claiming leader's 'lost the plot'

A rebel Conservative councillor has been suspended after slamming a council leader and his 'bonkers' traffic plan.

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Detective in case of murdered dog walker drafted in to solve Nicola Bulley disappearance

Detective in case of murdered dog walker drafted in to solve Nicola Bulley disappearance

A detective who supported police investigating the murder of PCSO Julia James has been drafted in to help solve the disappearance of Nicola Bulley.

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New wine bar to open in Kent after two-year battle

New wine bar to open in Kent after two-year battle

Plans for a long-awaited wine bar once knocked back over fears of "screeching chairs" have finally been approved following a two-year battle.

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Qi’-Chi strikes gold again!

Qi’-Chi strikes gold again!

Canterbury athlete Qi’-Chi Ukpai has won her third national title in 12 months.

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Missing woman is found

Missing woman is found

A search for a missing woman has been called off after she was found "safe and well".

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Roads closed and warning over fire at thatched property

Roads closed and warning over fire at thatched property

A thatched property has caught fire leading to a huge fire service response and a warning to villagers.

No place like home!

No place like home!

Kent will keep pre-season preparations local this year - and the money saved by not going on tour could help strengthen the squad.

Golfers' fury as abusive bikers tear up course

Golfers' fury as abusive bikers tear up course

Nuisance bikers have caused thousands in damage to a golf course and left players feeling threatened after hurling abuse when challenged, bosses say.

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