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'Game changer' trains from Dover to London in under an hour

'Game changer' trains from Dover to London in under an hour

15 October 2020

Faster rail travel will open up a host of opportunities for Dover if trains can reach the capital in less than an hour, councillors have said

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Mother calls town centre parklets 'discrimination'

Mother calls town centre parklets 'discrimination'

13 October 2020

A mother with a disabled child is challenging a parking ticket after she couldn't find a disabled bay in a town centre because of new 'parklets'.

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Manston reopening will be challenged in courts

Manston reopening will be challenged in courts

13 October 2020

A judge has granted permission for a legal challenge against the government's decision to reopen Manston airport.

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Reckless cyclist nearly hit by train in shocking video

Reckless cyclist nearly hit by train in shocking video

13 October 2020

Footage shows the moment a cyclist pedalled over a railway crossing as a train hurtled towards him at 80mph - forcing the driver to brake sharply.

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50 years of London Country buses

50 years of London Country buses

12 October 2020

A landmark milestone in the history of the South East bus service was celebrated by re-launching an iconic design.

First-ever glimpse of brand new cruise ship off Kent coast

First-ever glimpse of brand new cruise ship off Kent coast

11 October 2020

A stunning 774ft cruise ship was spotted sailing along the Kent coast this afternoon by an eagle-eyed snapper.

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Hundreds of homes without power after two-car crash

Hundreds of homes without power after two-car crash

10 October 2020

Almost 2,000 people were without power after an electricity pole was damaged in a two-car crash.

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'It's just a matter of time before someone gets killed'

'It's just a matter of time before someone gets killed'

09 October 2020

Worried residents say a village road is "like an open rally course" with reckless drivers hurtling along at 60mph.

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Parking cost rise on the cards as huge budget shortfall revealed

Parking cost rise on the cards as huge budget shortfall revealed

08 October 2020

A council halted plans to increase parking fees this year because of the pandemic, but now plans are brewing for next year.

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Beyond a spoke: Third of green schemes scrapped

Beyond a spoke: Third of green schemes scrapped

06 October 2020

A third of Kent's green transport schemes have been scrapped, with residents slamming KCC for being "out of touch" and failing to consult with them.

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Night-time road works cause upset

Night-time road works cause upset

01 October 2020

We advise residents to buy ear-plugs if they live near planned re-surfacing works.

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'Social distancing' traffic schemes axed after causing chaos

'Social distancing' traffic schemes axed after causing chaos

01 October 2020

Two unpopular traffic schemes which town traders warned risked the future of their businesses have been scrapped just weeks after being implemented.

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Pensioners protest after bus stops stopping

Pensioners protest after bus stops stopping

30 September 2020

A number of OAPs say they have been left stranded after a popular bus service ceased stopping outside a retirement complex.

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Rail fare system is 'outrageous injustice'

Rail fare system is 'outrageous injustice'

30 September 2020

An MP has called on the Government to act swiftly on bringing in flexible rail fares for commuters.

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Taxi boss slams Uber licence decision

Taxi boss slams Uber licence decision

28 September 2020

A decision to allow transport firm Uber to keep operating in the capital and in parts of Kent has been criticised by a taxi drivers' association.

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Train station set for £2.25 million overhaul

Train station set for £2.25 million overhaul

25 September 2020

A station in desperate need of refurbishment will benefit from a multi-million pound investment.

Stack stood down after more than 12 hours

Stack stood down after more than 12 hours

24 September 2020

Operation Stack has been stood down after being implemented due to French strike action.

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Road changes leave people scratching their heads

Road changes leave people scratching their heads

22 September 2020

Many have been left confused by a council's decision to alter a city centre street in hope of making social distancing easier.

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240 buses on routes to meet school demand

240 buses on routes to meet school demand

21 September 2020

More than 240 public buses are being used for Kent school use as education bosses say the local transport service remains secure.

What does 'end' to rail franchising mean for passengers?

What does 'end' to rail franchising mean for passengers?

21 September 2020

After the government announced a change in the way trains are operated, we ask what it means for Kent's railways.

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