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More of Kent's most historic pubs

More of Kent's most historic pubs

25 May 2020

The county is home to a number of pubs with fascinating histories - with some even dating back to the 1100s. Does your local feature?

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The stories behind Kent's town names

The stories behind Kent's town names

25 May 2020

The county's rich history can be seen in the naming of its towns, with influences from Celts, Romans and royal favour.

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Driver 'lucky' to walk away from crash

Driver 'lucky' to walk away from crash

24 May 2020

A driver was "lucky" to walk away from a horror crash this afternoon – but failed to give a breath sample at the side of the road.

Huge fire at recycling centre

Huge fire at recycling centre

24 May 2020

Fire crews are still battling a blaze at a recycling centre - which will now be closed for several days.

Police close road after huge fire breaks out

Police close road after huge fire breaks out

24 May 2020

Four fire engines remain at the scene of a blaze early this morning - which has caused police to close a major road.

Why are aspiring fruit pickers being turned away?

Why are aspiring fruit pickers being turned away?

23 May 2020

Thousands of people across the county have been applying for fruit picking and getting no response as farmers tackle the uncertainty of lockdown.

'Children have died because of Covid-19 fears'

'Children have died because of Covid-19 fears'

22 May 2020

Two children are feared to be among those to have died as concerns over exposure to coronavirus keeps gravely-ill patients away from Kent’s hospitals.

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The stories behind Kent's huge chalk landmarks

The stories behind Kent's huge chalk landmarks

21 May 2020

Looking out over the county, Kent's man-made chalk landmarks have caught the eye for generations, but not everyone knows the history behind them.

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Emergency services shut road after fight

Emergency services shut road after fight

20 May 2020

Police and ambulance services closed a road after a fight involving men armed with baseball bats or crowbars.

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Horse charity investigated by regulator

Horse charity investigated by regulator

19 May 2020

An inquiry is examining the fate of an equine trust and land which is now being claimed by a neighbour.

What is Kent's oldest pub?

What is Kent's oldest pub?

17 May 2020

A "haunted" tavern where one of Britain's most notorious criminals once took shelter is among those claiming to be the county's most ancient.

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The area where obesity hospital admissions are highest in South East

The area where obesity hospital admissions are highest in South East

16 May 2020

New figures published by the NHS reveal one area of Kent has the highest proportion of hospital admissions for obesity in the whole of the South East.

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Fight to save ear of abandoned dog

Fight to save ear of abandoned dog

15 May 2020

A vet and an animal rescue sanctuary are trying to save the ear of an Alsatian dog which has been found abandoned in Kent.

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The stars who chose to tie the knot in Kent

The stars who chose to tie the knot in Kent

15 May 2020

You may be surprised at some of the celebrities who held their big day in the county - we take a look at a select few.

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Wickes reopens four Kent stores

Wickes reopens four Kent stores

14 May 2020

Wickes has reopened four of its Kent stores - with the remaining branches set to open next week.

Man charged with assaulting security guard and string of supermarket thefts

Man charged with assaulting security guard and string of supermarket thefts

14 May 2020

A suspected shoplifter was up in court today, charged with multiple thefts and assault.

Ten-year-old yoga star puts on free lessons

Ten-year-old yoga star puts on free lessons

14 May 2020

A young boy who has won several awards for his yoga abilities is putting on free online classes for children to learn from home.

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Two Nando's restaurants in Kent reopen for takeaway

Two Nando's restaurants in Kent reopen for takeaway

14 May 2020

As lockdown restrictions are eased, here are the two places in Kent you can now satisfy your Nando's cravings.

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How our roads could dramatically change

How our roads could dramatically change

14 May 2020

The Government is asking councils to rethink traffic systems to encourage more cycling and walking when the lockdown eases.

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Glorious gardens giving virtual tours

Glorious gardens giving virtual tours

13 May 2020

Garden owners across Kent who would have opened their gates as part of the National Gardens Scheme are instead giving virtual tours for visitors.

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