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'Unemployment will likely rise after furlough'

'Unemployment will likely rise after furlough'

While the county's rise in unemployment has slowed this month one expert has warned it will likely shoot up after the furlough scheme ends.

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The volunteers saving tonnes of fruit and veg

The volunteers saving tonnes of fruit and veg

A charity is working hard to save farmers' fruit and veg and deliver it to those in need, despite social distancing challenges.

Rise in unemployment slows

Rise in unemployment slows

Though the number of people claiming unemployment benefits has risen for the 20th month in a row, the rise is less drastic than in previous months.

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The artwork left behind

The artwork left behind

Following news the Folkestone Triennial has been postponed by a year, we look back at the artwork that has been left behind from previous festivals.

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Stabbing victims arrested

Stabbing victims arrested

Two men were treated for stab wounds and later arrested following reports of a fight in a high street.

Final decision on £20m leisure centre revamp

Final decision on £20m leisure centre revamp

A vitual meeting will take place to decide the fate of a leisure centre amid concerns from sports clubs threatened with eviction

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Smuggler doused bleach over human cargo

Smuggler doused bleach over human cargo

A people smuggler who doused his human cargo in bleach in a bid to avoid detection has been jailed for more than three years.

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Most-loved magazines inside our prisons

Most-loved magazines inside our prisons

Campaigners have fought for prisoners to have access to reading material - and we find out what the top picks are inside.

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Plans for 'mass' coronavirus testing site in Kent

Plans for 'mass' coronavirus testing site in Kent

Council bosses are working on plans for a "mass" Covid-19 testing site in the county - but are keeping the location under wraps.

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'Remarkable' boy, 4, helps save grandad's life

'Remarkable' boy, 4, helps save grandad's life

A four-year-old who helped to save his grandfather's life has received a national award for his efforts.

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Vintage car abandoned in barn for 40 years now worth £200k

Vintage car abandoned in barn for 40 years now worth £200k

A Jaguar E-Type has been transformed from a rusting wreck into a motoring masterpiece

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Doctors slam 'shambolic lack of PPE' for GPs

Doctors slam 'shambolic lack of PPE' for GPs

Senior doctors in the county have blasted the "shambolic situation" in a letter to MPs as Kent GPs face a lack of personal protection equipment (PPE).

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First take on Government furlough scheme

First take on Government furlough scheme

More than 67,000 claims were made in first 30 minutes of the job retention scheme going live - but what do businesses think of the system so far?

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Grieving dad's divorce battle fundraiser passes halfway mark

Grieving dad's divorce battle fundraiser passes halfway mark

A fundraiser helping a grieving father to fight losing his home in a bitter divorce battle with his killer wife has now passed half its target.

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Missing pensioner found

Missing pensioner found

Police have announced that an 85-year-old has been safely located, after concern was growing for his welfare.

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Police stop 'bored' driver en route to Brighton

Police stop 'bored' driver en route to Brighton

A family's trip to the seaside was stopped by police - and the driver was also found to be on their phone and three minors were not wearing seatbelts.

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Sales surge for makers of Mr Kipling, Bisto and Super Noodles

Sales surge for makers of Mr Kipling, Bisto and Super Noodles

The firm which makes a range of cupboard-filler products - and has a large factory in Kent - has recorded a sales boom as shoppers look to stock up.

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Biker charged after young dad dies in funeral crash

Biker charged after young dad dies in funeral crash

A 29-year-old motorcyclist is in custody charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a young father died as he waited to join a funeral.

Stone thrown at officer near harbour

Stone thrown at officer near harbour

Do you recognise this man? Police have launched an appeal to find him after a stone was thrown at a PCSO.

10 caught speeding on same road in two days

10 caught speeding on same road in two days

Police have charged 13 drivers with road traffic offences - including 10 for speeding - on the same stretch of road in just two days.

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Watch as raiders fill tonne sack with loot

Watch as raiders fill tonne sack with loot

This is the moment two raiders filled a tonne sack with loot only to be arrested minutes later.

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Man caught at Crossing with kilo of cocaine in shopping bag

Man caught at Crossing with kilo of cocaine in shopping bag

Police have recovered cocaine and a large amount of cash after stopping a man on the approach to the Dartford Crossing.

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Europe's youngest virus victim, 5, died at Kent hospital

Europe's youngest virus victim, 5, died at Kent hospital

A five-year-old who is believed to be the youngest coronavirus victim in Europe died at a Kent hospital.

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Meteor shower or Elon Musk's new project?

Meteor shower or Elon Musk's new project?

There will be no shortage of strange lights in the sky over the next few days, from the Lyrid meteor shower to the new Space X project.

Body found at old barracks

Body found at old barracks

Forensic investigators and police spotted at an old army barracks were called after the body of a 47-year-old man was found.

Cash boost for heritage railway targeted by arsonists

Cash boost for heritage railway targeted by arsonists

A century-old heritage railway attraction hit by an arson attack and then a global pandemic has secured its future with vital funding.

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Emergency cash fund for families

Emergency cash fund for families

An Emergency Hardship Fund has been launched for families caring for children with complex needs struggling because of the coronavirus outbreak,

Emergency services called to shopping centre

Emergency services called to shopping centre

Emergency services have been called to a shopping centre amid concerns for a distressed man.

YouTube star does triathlon in his house

YouTube star does triathlon in his house

While people across Kent have been trying their best to keep fit during the coronavirus lockdown, one man has taken things to the extreme.

Could pubs stay closed until Christmas?

Could pubs stay closed until Christmas?

A landlord has called for clarity on when pubs will re-open after ambiguous statements led to speculation it could be as late as Christmas.

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