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New nursery to open in former nightclub

New nursery to open in former nightclub

A nursery is set to open in a former town centre nightclub after undergoing a major six-figure refurbishment.

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The grim reality of life inside one of Kent’s biggest tower blocks

The grim reality of life inside one of Kent’s biggest tower blocks

A fed-up dad says teens lighting fires, smoking cannabis and throwing projectiles from the roof have turned his block of flats into “a living hell”.

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Train carriages to be transformed into unique bar and restaurant

Train carriages to be transformed into unique bar and restaurant

Retired train carriages dumped in a scrapyard are being converted into a restaurant and bar to create a “one-in-a-million venue”.

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‘We’re all responsible for the change which so many complain about’

‘We’re all responsible for the change which so many complain about’

We need to get used to major changes in all our towns and stop complaining so much – it’s called progress, says our columnist.

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Florist at risk of closure allowed to stay open

Florist at risk of closure allowed to stay open

A countryside florist shop was unanimously given permission to stay and carry on business, despite its “unsustainable location”.

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Man given life sentence for murdering girlfriend

Man given life sentence for murdering girlfriend

A cleaner who flew into a fit of rage and strangled his girlfriend has been handed a life sentence after he buried her body and flew back to England.

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Two pharmacies in same town suddenly close

Two pharmacies in same town suddenly close

Two pharmacies in the same town have closed suddenly “until further notice” due to “unforeseen circumstances”.

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Midwifery training returns to Kent after course axed at Canterbury Christ Church

Midwifery training returns to Kent after course axed at Canterbury Christ Church

The University of Greenwich has announced a new midwifery course, which will be based at their Medway campus.

TV star enjoys family day out at Kent wildlife park

TV star enjoys family day out at Kent wildlife park

A reality TV star has been spotted in Kent, with an Instagram story showing her enjoying a family outing.

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Gang jailed after stealing wedding rings and cards from homes

Gang jailed after stealing wedding rings and cards from homes

Three men have been jailed after travelling from London to break into homes for high-value items.

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Family ‘devastated’ after baby’s sudden death

Family ‘devastated’ after baby’s sudden death

The family of a baby girl have detailed their heartbreak after she died suddenly weeks after returning home from the hospital.

Park to be fenced off after child grabbed

Park to be fenced off after child grabbed

A fence will be installed around a newly-refurbished £5m play area where a child was grabbed earlier this week, council bosses have confirmed.

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‘These are the WORST things to say to a new parent’

‘These are the WORST things to say to a new parent’

When it comes to babies, everyone has an opinion. Dad Alex Jee explores the worst things you can say to a new parent – no matter how well-meaning.

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Wildlife charities call for Michael Gove to end theme park threat

Wildlife charities call for Michael Gove to end theme park threat

Charities have penned a letter to government urging it to revoke a controversial planning status for a site earmarked for a huge theme park.

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'Passionate' pre-school staff reverse 'inadequate' Ofsted rating

'Passionate' pre-school staff reverse 'inadequate' Ofsted rating

A pre-school previously criticised by Ofsted has righted the ship after inspectors found “passionate” staff had made great strides.

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Motorway roadworks over next five weeks begin

Motorway roadworks over next five weeks begin

An extensive set of works on the M2 is due to begin with diversions expected to be intermittently in place for five weeks.

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Unpopular plan for ‘coastal destination’ is scrapped

Unpopular plan for ‘coastal destination’ is scrapped

Ambitious plans to create a new visitor attraction with a Roman Fort-themed playground, cafe with coastal views and adventure golf have been scrapped.

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Gridlock in town as 'extreme' holiday traffic diverted

Gridlock in town as 'extreme' holiday traffic diverted

There was heavy traffic earlier this afternoon as drivers heading for the Port of Dover were diverted off the M20.

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KCC boss threatens legal action over ULEZ expansion

KCC boss threatens legal action over ULEZ expansion

The leader of the county council has called for Sadiq Khan to shelve any plans to expand the ULEZ scheme to Kent’s border.

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Teenager arrested after child ‘held and pictures taken of her’

Teenager arrested after child ‘held and pictures taken of her’

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested and taken into custody after a child was allegedly held by her arms while pictures were taken of her in a park.

Holiday-makers face ‘extreme’ delays at the border

Holiday-makers face ‘extreme’ delays at the border

Holidaymakers travelling through the “extremely busy” Port of Dover may face “bottlenecks” of traffic, bosses there said.

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Bus-first plan to replace ‘city zones’ in bid to cut congestion

Bus-first plan to replace ‘city zones’ in bid to cut congestion

Council chiefs will scrap controversial plans to divide a city’s traffic into zones to make way for a new “bus-first strategy”.

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‘Devastating blow for patients' as ‘super’ hospital snubbed

‘Devastating blow for patients' as ‘super’ hospital snubbed

A bid for £460 million to be spent on a new Kent hospital or much-need upgrades to existing sites has been snubbed by the government.

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‘Devoted and passionate’ doctor dedicated career to helping sick children

‘Devoted and passionate’ doctor dedicated career to helping sick children

A paediatrician who “inspired a generation of junior doctors” has died after 23 years working at a Kent hospital.

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‘How many more have to be injured by these hooligans on wheels before it’s taken seriously?’

‘How many more have to be injured by these hooligans on wheels before it’s taken seriously?’

The scourge of e-scooters, threats to freedom of speech and the perils of summer travel are all issues tackled in this week’s letters to the editor.

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‘People are scared to walk past catapult kids in play park’

‘People are scared to walk past catapult kids in play park’

A group of “catapult kids” are using play park equipment as a “watchtower” and leaving residents scared to walk past, a councillor has warned.

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80 firefighters battling blaze at childcare centre

80 firefighters battling blaze at childcare centre

Multiple fire crews are tackling a large fire at a child and family daycare centre after three buildings caught alight.

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Long delays after crash near hotel

Long delays after crash near hotel

Motorists are facing queues following a crash on a main road near a hotel.

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Shock as Morrisons confirms closure of Kent store

Shock as Morrisons confirms closure of Kent store

Morrisons has announced one of its Kent stores is to close – with bosses blaming the poor performance of the site.

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Taxi bursts into flames on main road

Taxi bursts into flames on main road

A white taxi had to be towed away after being destroyed by a blaze.

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