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Council given £6.6m to help fight virus

Council given £6.6m to help fight virus

Emergency funding to help support a range of council services facing more pressure as a result of coronavirus has been dished out by the government.

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Couple celebrate Diamond anniversary in isolation

Couple celebrate Diamond anniversary in isolation

A couple who have been together for 60 years have put family celebrations on hold as they see in their anniversary.

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Pharmacies to close for lunch to cope with virus demand

Pharmacies to close for lunch to cope with virus demand

Various stores will shut intermittently across the county to give staff a break and allow them to restock.

Gills mourn popular director

Gills mourn popular director

Gillingham chairman Paul Scally has paid tribute to lifelong supporter and associate director of the club.

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House transformation for cancer-stricken boy

House transformation for cancer-stricken boy

The family of a four-year-old boy with brain cancer have received help from a team of contractors who have repaired their damaged home.

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Runners compete remotely

Runners compete remotely

Folkestone Running Club have found ways to keep the competitive spirit alive during the lockdown.

Teacher goes online after friends' plea for help

Teacher goes online after friends' plea for help

A primary school teacher was inspired to film lessons from her home to help youngsters learn key skills.

Tesco 'sorry' after cancelling delivery to at-risk couple

Tesco 'sorry' after cancelling delivery to at-risk couple

A full-time carer whose partner is at risk of contracting coronavirus because he has MS was forced to go out after her online shop was cancelled.

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Man stabbed in stomach

Man stabbed in stomach

A man was stabbed in the stomach and airlifted to hospital.

Taxi firm's sweet treat giveaway

Taxi firm's sweet treat giveaway

A cab company is aiming to put smiles on the faces of deserving people by sending them cakes.

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Appeal against judge's stroke unit decision

Appeal against judge's stroke unit decision

A decision by the High Court to uphold proposals to close stroke units across Kent will be challenged in a new appeal launched by one Kent council.

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New date for coastal run

New date for coastal run

A popular 10k race that was postponed due to the coronavirus crisis has been rescheduled for Autumn 2020.

Bosses accept the season may end behind closed doors

Bosses accept the season may end behind closed doors

Gillingham boss Steve Evans is willing to play without fans if it means the season can be finished and the chairman backs the idea too.

Manager helps out during tough times

Manager helps out during tough times

A football manager has dipped into his own pocket to help his team survive the coronavirus crisis.

Teenagers arrested after fight

Teenagers arrested after fight

Two 17-year-olds were arrested on suspicion of possessing knives, Class A drugs and affray after a brawl broke out in a town centre flat.

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Grandad thanks NHS 'angels' after virus battle

Grandad thanks NHS 'angels' after virus battle

Roy Ives' family were told he might not survive after he was hospitalised with coronavirus, but he is now able to thank the NHS heroes who saved him.

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High street becomes Kent biggest supermarket

High street becomes Kent biggest supermarket

A high street packed with independent traders is tackling the coronavirus lockdown to help get supplies to the community.

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History lover captures moments in time

History lover captures moments in time

A photographer has turned away from the pretty landscapes to capture our daily history.

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Savings on offer

Savings on offer

The Southern Counties East League are doing their bit to help clubs through the challenging months ahead.

Spartans show their support

Spartans show their support

Southern Counties East side Rochester United have a generous offer to the NHS staff working during the coronavirus crisis.

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