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Tenants move into new beach huts as waiting list is closed

Tenants move into new beach huts as waiting list is closed

Tenants of new colourful beach huts have finally moved in, but bosses say the waiting list to rent one is now closed due to demand.

Blackmailers threaten to kill dog - even after she's been found

Blackmailers threaten to kill dog - even after she's been found

A family are delighted to have their missing dog home safe, but were shocked when scammers attempted to blackmail them once more.

Lifesaving plan to 'transplant' huge church organ

Lifesaving plan to 'transplant' huge church organ

A church organ which is more than a century old will be moved to a new home in order to stop its 'slow decay' - if planning permission is granted.

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Tidal pool among ideas to boost town

Tidal pool among ideas to boost town

Innovative ideas to improve a town were revealed during an online presentation and include more public spaces, improved road network and a tidal pool.

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Dog owner is told: 'Give us £1,000 or we'll kill your pet'

Dog owner is told: 'Give us £1,000 or we'll kill your pet'

Scammers have told a man they will harm his beloved missing pet unless he hands over £1,000.

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More asylum seekers to move into army barracks

More asylum seekers to move into army barracks

Hundreds of men are expected to move into army barracks set up to accommodate asylum seekers, despite fears about Covid-19 and living conditions.

Star-studded Danny Boyle series to film in Kent

Star-studded Danny Boyle series to film in Kent

A TV drama about the Sex Pistols, starring Game of Thrones actors, will film in Kent this month.

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Invicta announce return of the Mac

Invicta announce return of the Mac

Charity champion Kieron McCann has agreed a return to Folkestone Invicta next season.

CCTV image released as part of shoplifting investigation

CCTV image released as part of shoplifting investigation

A CCTV image of a man has been released by police following a shoplifting incident, which has been linked to a number of other reports.

Teenager is kicked before wallet and trainers stolen

Teenager is kicked before wallet and trainers stolen

An investigation has been launched after three men reportedly knocked a boy to the ground, before kicking him and stealing his wallet and shoes.

New high ropes adventure course opens

New high ropes adventure course opens

Families and kids are already enjoying a new high ropes obstacle course that has opened in Kent.

Asylum seeker barracks slammed in inspectors' report

Asylum seeker barracks slammed in inspectors' report

A full investigation into conditions at a government asylum seeker camp has revealed a number of serious failings.

Woman's battle for refund after gym's sudden closure

Woman's battle for refund after gym's sudden closure

A woman says she has lost out after her gym - which was shut throughout most of lockdown - closed without warning.

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Plans to bring back 'thriving market'

Plans to bring back 'thriving market'

Plans have been put in place to enhance a town centre market, such as reduced rates and improved parking.

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New dive bar opens in town centre

New dive bar opens in town centre

A new dive bar serving burgers, chips and beer is preparing to open this week in a town centre.

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Asylum seekers' barracks 'risk to life' claims to be heard in court

Asylum seekers' barracks 'risk to life' claims to be heard in court

The High Court will hear a legal challenge brought by six asylum seekers who say conditions at an army barracks posed a 'risk to life'.

Police seize £40,000 cash at border

Police seize £40,000 cash at border

Police seized £40,000 cash and arrested three men at the weekend following vehicle checks at the border.

The Kent district with lowest Covid rate in the country

The Kent district with lowest Covid rate in the country

One area of the county is now recording the lowest number of new coronavirus cases in England.

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CCTV appeal after 'distraction theft' at Co-op

CCTV appeal after 'distraction theft' at Co-op

The image of a man who could help police with an investigation into a suspected theft has been released by officers.

Car crashes into barrier on M20

Car crashes into barrier on M20

One person was taken to hospital and traffic was held after a car crashed into a barrier on a motorway.

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