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Are these really the best fish and chips in Kent?

Are these really the best fish and chips in Kent?

13 December 2024

With fish and chip shops across the county claiming to be Kent’s best, we try a takeaway that has reached the national finals.

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Popular Christmas tractor parade to return for third year running

Popular Christmas tractor parade to return for third year running

13 December 2024

A much-loved festive tractor run, which has become a “true community event”, is back for a third year.

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‘Ten years on and there’s not a single day I don’t think of him’

‘Ten years on and there’s not a single day I don’t think of him’

13 December 2024

The family of a young man who never came home after a night out have spoken of their grief on the anniversary of his disappearance.

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‘They’re laughing at us!’ Drivers left stuck in car park

‘They’re laughing at us!’ Drivers left stuck in car park

13 December 2024

A council has been accused of "laughing" at drivers after dozens became stuck in mounting queues in a packed car park.

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Several hairdressers targeted by suspected thief who pretended to make appointment

Several hairdressers targeted by suspected thief who pretended to make appointment

12 December 2024

Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to after multiple hairdressers in two towns were targeted.

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Community buys essential walker for young boy

Community buys essential walker for young boy

12 December 2024

A boy with special needs now has a new walker after his local community raised the money to buy it after the council said it couldn’t fund one.

Trains stopped after lorry hits railway bridge

Trains stopped after lorry hits railway bridge

12 December 2024

Commuters are facing delays after a lorry collided with a railway bridge.

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School celebrates improved Ofsted rating

School celebrates improved Ofsted rating

12 December 2024

A primary school is celebrating going from “Requires Improvement” to “Good” after a visit from inspectors.

Kent school set to close as council declares financial woes

Kent school set to close as council declares financial woes

12 December 2024

A Kent school looks set to close amid financial pressures after a council’ “refused to pay” almost £2 million it owes to help keep children safe.

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‘She was the bravest and kindest little girl – we miss her so much’

‘She was the bravest and kindest little girl – we miss her so much’

12 December 2024

The parents of a six-year-old with incurable cancer have paid tribute to their “beautiful princess” after she passed away earlier this week.

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Motorway partially closed after lorry fire

Motorway partially closed after lorry fire

12 December 2024

Part of a busy motorway has been shut and motorists sent on a diversion due to a large vehicle fire.

Family festive tradition ‘dating back decades’ becomes must-see Christmas attraction

Family festive tradition ‘dating back decades’ becomes must-see Christmas attraction

12 December 2024

For almost 30 years, one household has been coming together for one day to transform their windows into a stunning festive-painted display.

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How high street branded ‘second-class Las Vegas’ has been transformed

How high street branded ‘second-class Las Vegas’ has been transformed

12 December 2024

One of Kent’s most historic high streets has taken a hit in recent years - but business is now booming.

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'I know hotel is rundown - but I’m keeping homeless off the street’

'I know hotel is rundown - but I’m keeping homeless off the street’

12 December 2024

The owner of a Kent hotel has admitted it is “rundown” - after a homeless guest said he would “rather sleep on the street” than stay another night.

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‘Put green before greed’: Villagers devastated at countryside home plans approval

‘Put green before greed’: Villagers devastated at countryside home plans approval

12 December 2024

Residents are “devastated” after a council approved plans for 150 homes which opponents say will turn the land into an “ecological desert.”

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‘Putting in a young mayor at £35k is just madness’

‘Putting in a young mayor at £35k is just madness’

12 December 2024

The creation of a young mayor post for 11-year-olds with an annual price tag of £35k and £2k for ceremonial robes is being considered by a council.

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Closure of illegal dumping hotspot extended

Closure of illegal dumping hotspot extended

11 December 2024

Access to an area of the coast used as an illegal dump site is to be blocked off for another six months while criminal investigations continue.

Depraved brothers jailed for 25 years for raping child

Depraved brothers jailed for 25 years for raping child

11 December 2024

Two men aged 68 and 57 have been locked up for raping a vulnerable child.

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Delays halt arrival of new town centre train-themed play park

Delays halt arrival of new town centre train-themed play park

11 December 2024

The creation of an exciting new children’s play area has been delayed until next year, despite the area being cordoned off for weeks.

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‘I was in complete shock - this shouldn’t happen to anyone’

‘I was in complete shock - this shouldn’t happen to anyone’

11 December 2024

A mum suffered nasty cuts and bruising to her head and face after tripping over fly-tipped rubbish in the dark left in the middle of a pavement.

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