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Kent's lost police stations and what's there now

Kent's lost police stations and what's there now

17 October 2020

From blocks of flats to beauty salons and Wetherspoon pubs, several of our county's former police stations now have a new lease of life.

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'Quiet and gentle' Eddie celebrates 100th birthday

'Quiet and gentle' Eddie celebrates 100th birthday

17 October 2020

A great-grandfather who is one of the last survivors of the Burma campaign is celebrating his 100th birthday despite his big party being put on hold.

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Mum writes memoir after pregnancy losses

Mum writes memoir after pregnancy losses

16 October 2020

A blogger who suffered repeated miscarriages has published a book about her journey to start a family.

'The Only Way is Kent' set to launch

'The Only Way is Kent' set to launch

16 October 2020

A veteran presenter will be hosting a series documenting life around his rural Kent home.

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Driver to be sentenced after pensioner killed in crash

Driver to be sentenced after pensioner killed in crash

16 October 2020

A woman who admitting killing a 77-year-old woman after driving into an Age UK minibus will be sentenced.

Igloo pods coming to restaurant

Igloo pods coming to restaurant

16 October 2020

A restaurant is introducing igloo pods so guests can enjoy socially distanced winter dining in style.

'Agonising' death for seal

'Agonising' death for seal

15 October 2020

A young seal found with fishing line around its neck is feared to have suffered an "agonising" death.

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Mystery local heroes to switch on Christmas lights

Mystery local heroes to switch on Christmas lights

15 October 2020

Mystery local heroes will be turning on a town's Christmas Lights this year as organisers announce preparations for their first ever virtual event.

Council plans to bring back charges for children's funerals

Council plans to bring back charges for children's funerals

15 October 2020

Heartbroken parents of babies and children who die may now have to find hundreds of pounds for funeral costs.

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Pupils learning remotely due to "some positive cases"

Pupils learning remotely due to "some positive cases"

15 October 2020

A secondary school has confirmed pupils are learning remotely due to "some positive cases" of Covid-19.

Confirmed Covid-19 case at school

Confirmed Covid-19 case at school

15 October 2020

Pupils have been forced to isolate after a member of staff in their class tested positive for coronavirus.

Pensioner found in sea was being investigated by police

Pensioner found in sea was being investigated by police

14 October 2020

An 81-year-old man whose body was found in the sea was being investigated by police for historic offences, an inquest has heard.

Mayor defends removal of homeless encampment

Mayor defends removal of homeless encampment

14 October 2020

A town mayor has defended the removal of bedding from a sheltered area beneath a lighthouse - after a council was accused of a 'lack of compassion'.

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Theatre lays off all staff after recovery bid rejection

Theatre lays off all staff after recovery bid rejection

14 October 2020

Every single staff member will be made redundant at a struggling theatre after its recovery fund bid to the government was rejected.

Young craftsman stars in Bake Off-style TV show

Young craftsman stars in Bake Off-style TV show

14 October 2020

A Youtuber who has been whittling since the age of 11 says he didn't even hesitate when asked to take part in a woodwork show.

New books championing disability and equality in school library refresh

New books championing disability and equality in school library refresh

14 October 2020

Ten primary schools have refreshed their libraries with a more diverse range of fiction and non-fiction.

Kent parks among the best in the country

Kent parks among the best in the country

14 October 2020

The Green Flag Award Scheme has recognised scores of Kent's parks as being as among the best in the country.

Songs on the doorstep for 102 year old

Songs on the doorstep for 102 year old

14 October 2020

A woman was joined by friends, family and neighbours to celebrate a momentous milestone.

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Air ambulance lands in field

Air ambulance lands in field

14 October 2020

Five emergency service vehicles and an air ambulance are attending an incident.

'Stay safe and remember from home this year'

'Stay safe and remember from home this year'

14 October 2020

A town council has sets out plans for a virtual service this Remembrance to avoid crowds gathering at a memorial.

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