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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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The hidden gem park with incredible views that is loved by locals

The hidden gem park with incredible views that is loved by locals

21 May 2023

With beautiful woodland walks, streams and incredible views, this park is cherished by residents.

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A crumbling icon - the sad story behind one of Kent's most famous hotels

A crumbling icon - the sad story behind one of Kent's most famous hotels

18 May 2023

A once state-of-the-art hotel has fallen into disrepair, but its fortunes could now change after its glass-fronted restaurant was put up for rent.

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'They are out of control': What has happened to schoolchildren?

'They are out of control': What has happened to schoolchildren?

15 May 2023

Teachers are reporting seeing massive changes in the way children behave, learn and develop since returning to school from the pandemic.

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Is this the end of the traditional pub?

Is this the end of the traditional pub?

04 May 2023

High rents, rising bills and customers hit by the cost-of-living crisis have all been blamed for the industry’s struggles.

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Help us help RBLI look after veterans in need

Help us help RBLI look after veterans in need

26 April 2023

The KM Media Group has joined forces with the Royal British Legion Industries village to launch Homes for Heroes.

'Until people take us seriously, they're going to see rubbish piling up in streets'

'Until people take us seriously, they're going to see rubbish piling up in streets'

26 April 2023

Here’s everything you need to know about why a wage dispute could lead to bins being left uncollected – and which parts of the county will be hit...

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'He ruined my life and dreams - but will walk free in two years'

'He ruined my life and dreams - but will walk free in two years'

22 April 2023

A woman who suffered life-changing injuries in a crash is now bravely speaking out about her ordeal and calling for tougher sentences.

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'There are so many new-builds - it's become a village of strangers'

'There are so many new-builds - it's become a village of strangers'

20 April 2023

A former mining village is transforming with a massive housing expansion but not all the changes are liked.

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Inside the Kent mental hospital that closed 30 years ago

Inside the Kent mental hospital that closed 30 years ago

18 April 2023

A nurse who worked at an institution once known as a "lunatic asylum" has recalled some of the "dark moments" that have stayed with them ever since.

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Homes for Heroes campaign: inside the factory giving former soldiers hope

Homes for Heroes campaign: inside the factory giving former soldiers hope

16 April 2023

In the second of a series of features supporting Kent's Royal British Legion Industries, we look at how it helps former servicemen find work.

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'Could the Repair Cafe fix my porthole clock?'

'Could the Repair Cafe fix my porthole clock?'

15 April 2023

Alan Smith explores how a team of volunteers are restoring the planet one broken item at a time.

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'I was a homeless teen now I make £1,000-a-week on OnlyFans'

'I was a homeless teen now I make £1,000-a-week on OnlyFans'

12 April 2023

A frustrated social worker who ditched her job to make money selling intimate videos online says the move has “changed her life”.

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'Life should mean life' for one of Kent's most notorious sex offenders

'Life should mean life' for one of Kent's most notorious sex offenders

10 April 2023

As a parole hearing decided whether to release a predator, one of the victims he attacked on her way to school has spoken of her years of turmoil.

Prison governor lifts lid on life spent working behind bars

Prison governor lifts lid on life spent working behind bars

09 April 2023

A governor who was one of the first female prison officers to be recruited at a Kent prison is retiring after 35 years.

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What's it like to live in a blue plaque house?

What's it like to live in a blue plaque house?

09 April 2023

Kent is home to more than 400 blue plaques commemorating notable figures - but how do residents feel about living in a house honoured with one?

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The lost Kent nightclubs we'd love to have one more dance in

The lost Kent nightclubs we'd love to have one more dance in

08 April 2023

These pictures show some of the great nights that were had at venues across the county over the years. How we wish we could have one more boogie...

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Help us help them by backing our £100k Homes for Heroes campaign

Help us help them by backing our £100k Homes for Heroes campaign

06 April 2023

People from across Kent have the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of former servicemen and women who now need our help.

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Pop sensation on her journey from Kent schoolgirl to next big thing

Pop sensation on her journey from Kent schoolgirl to next big thing

04 April 2023

A singer who shot to fame thanks to TikTok and now rubs shoulders with the likes of Harry Styles says she still loves going to her local pub in Kent.

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Has Kent been 'absolutely walloped' by Brexit?

Has Kent been 'absolutely walloped' by Brexit?

03 April 2023

A Twitter thread describing how parts of the county's economy have been "wrecked" by Brexit went viral. But is it actually true?

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