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Lion in ‘shell-shocked’ state completes 1,400-mile trip and arrives in Kent

Lion in ‘shell-shocked’ state completes 1,400-mile trip and arrives in Kent

16 August 2024

A lion with “psychological issues” is now a Kent resident and will be one of five big cats to be rescued from the war-torn country of Ukraine.

Sports stars lend ‘helping hand’ to baby loss charity exhibit

Sports stars lend ‘helping hand’ to baby loss charity exhibit

24 July 2024

A fundraising exhibition featuring casts of major sporting stars’ hands including footballer Geoff Hurst has opened inside a cathedral.

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Children’s hospice founder dies at 83

Children’s hospice founder dies at 83

16 July 2024

Tributes have poured in for an architect who was known for setting up a charity in memory of his daughter.

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Kit, 5, to donate long locks after dad’s cancer diagnosis

Kit, 5, to donate long locks after dad’s cancer diagnosis

12 July 2024

The family of a dad with terminal cancer are making memories while raising money for others devastated by the disease.

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£2.1m revamp of historic lakes given go-head after six years

£2.1m revamp of historic lakes given go-head after six years

14 May 2024

A much-loved green space is set to receive a multi-million pound revamp following a grant from the National Lottery.

Parents united in grief back football scheme to get young men talking

Parents united in grief back football scheme to get young men talking

23 April 2024

The parents of two teenage boys who died from suicide are supporting a new sports initiative to help youngsters struggling with their mental health.

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Keep the speed for the race track

Keep the speed for the race track

12 April 2024

Kings Hill racer Thomas Merritt makes his switch from karts to cars this weekend - but he has a vital message everyone should heed.

Give volunteers a shout-out at the Kent Charity Awards

Give volunteers a shout-out at the Kent Charity Awards

15 March 2024

Nominations are now open for this year’s Kent Charity Awards, recognising the hard work of selfless people all over the county.

Shining a light on local heroes

Shining a light on local heroes

05 January 2024

Nominations have now opened for an annual awards ceremony which recognises unsung heroes in local communities.

Why some Kent landmarks will be turning green this week

Why some Kent landmarks will be turning green this week

20 December 2023

Three prominent places in the county are set to turn green on the longest day of the year to remind people about an important charity.

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Festival of lights to dazzle town once again

Festival of lights to dazzle town once again

09 November 2023

A free community event featuring live entertainment, a new lights installation and a fireworks finale will take place once again.

‘Young people can get arthritis too’

‘Young people can get arthritis too’

26 October 2023

A Kent charity is raising awareness about the little-known condition, childhood arthritis.

Veterinary hospital to be named after Paul O’Grady after flood of donations

Veterinary hospital to be named after Paul O’Grady after flood of donations

16 October 2023

A veterinary hospital is to be named after presenter and animal lover Paul O’Grady after almost half a million pounds was raised following his death.

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Don’t miss this ewe-nique opportunity

Don’t miss this ewe-nique opportunity

24 June 2023

Firms needed to team up with Shaun the Sheep for charity art trail

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Celebrities to take part in football match for cancer charity

Celebrities to take part in football match for cancer charity

21 June 2023

X Factor winners, TOWIE stars, and an EastEnders actor will be coming together to raise money for a good cause.

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Army chief supports our Homes for Heroes campaign

Army chief supports our Homes for Heroes campaign

21 May 2023

The former head of the British Army has spoken of the difficulties faced by our ex-servicemen and how the Kent public can help.

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‘We’re breaking down barriers to mental health in Asian communities’

‘We’re breaking down barriers to mental health in Asian communities’

19 May 2023

A unique charity is coming up with new ways to help and support ethnic minorities affected by mental health and money issues.

Last chance to get your votes in for the Kent Charity Awards

Last chance to get your votes in for the Kent Charity Awards

17 May 2023

The deadline for this year’s nominations is fast approaching, but there’s still time to vote for your local charity heroes.

Final chance to nominate courageous children

Final chance to nominate courageous children

11 May 2023

Brave, courageous, determined youngsters are being sought for this year’s Children’s Awards and there are just days left to send us your nominations.

Vicar goes to the police over Facebook ‘attacks’

Vicar goes to the police over Facebook ‘attacks’

05 May 2023

A clergyman has reported a series of Facebook comments to the police after a nursery’s closure was met with anger.

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