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Decision 'soon' on delaying 11-plus exam

Decision 'soon' on delaying 11-plus exam

A decision will soon be announced on a date for this year's Kent Test amid growing calls to delay it because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Kent's biggest animal parks set to re-open

Kent's biggest animal parks set to re-open

Bosses at Howletts and Port Lympne have announced they will welcome visitors back from Monday, but with some restrictions being put in place.

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Are you a Man of Kent or Kentish Man?

Are you a Man of Kent or Kentish Man?

We examine this historic divide between two sides of the county, look at how you can tell which side you are on and ask which is best?

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Inside the 'murder plot' home on sale for £1m

Inside the 'murder plot' home on sale for £1m

It may be plainly advertised as a two-bed terrace, but a medieval house up for sale is known for its grisly role in one history's most famous murders.

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'It's tearing our hearts apart to see him like this'

'It's tearing our hearts apart to see him like this'

A German student left in a coma after a city centre gang attack has returned home after a year in hospital - but remains in need of constant care.

New test centre for virus hot spot open 'in days'

New test centre for virus hot spot open 'in days'

A testing site will be set up in one of the worst-affected parts of the country after lobbying from the local MP.

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What to expect in YOUR town when shops reopen

What to expect in YOUR town when shops reopen

As non-essential shops across Kent prepare to reopen, here's our essential guide on what to expect.

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MP sparks outrage with Roman emperor post

MP sparks outrage with Roman emperor post

An MP has sparked fury by joking about smashing a bust of a Roman emperor in the wake of the statue of slave trader Edward Colston being torn down.

Serial killer's release delayed amidst murder probe

Serial killer's release delayed amidst murder probe

One of Britain's longest serving prisoners and most notorious serial killers will spend longer behind bars as police probe more brutal killings.

240 lorries will go through village every day

240 lorries will go through village every day

A total of 240 lorries will head through a village every day causing a "severe" impact on the road network after a council judgement.

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'We'll have to turn people away'

'We'll have to turn people away'

A pub owner is calling for quicker decisions on outdoor seating licences to help businesses survive.

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Delays on M20 due to collision

Delays on M20 due to collision

A lane closure has been put in place while traffic officers deal with the aftermath of a crash.

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Fashion chain to close three Kent shops

Fashion chain to close three Kent shops

A high street retailer is set to close three stores in the county and cut jobs after going into administration.

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Topple Kitchener statue, campaigners demand

Topple Kitchener statue, campaigners demand

A statue of one of the nation's most well-known generals should be removed due to his links to concentration camps, campaigners say.

Zoos ready to roar back into action

Zoos ready to roar back into action

After a false start, some wild animal parks are poised to open their gates to visitors from next week.

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Could a 'statue cemetery' be coming to Kent?

Could a 'statue cemetery' be coming to Kent?

An MP calls for a 'statue cemetery' as protesters target controversial sculptures across the UK.

Police hunt after £315 worth of gin stolen

Police hunt after £315 worth of gin stolen

Officers have released CCTV images of a suspected gin thief after eight bottles were stolen from a supermarket.

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Up to 200 trees to be felled along riverside

Up to 200 trees to be felled along riverside

A 900m stretch of footpath could soon be looking bare as hundreds of diseased trees are set to be chopped down.

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Former KIG land sold to new developers

Former KIG land sold to new developers

Land previously earmarked for the Kent International Gateway site has been acquired by new owners who see development 'potential'.

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What will reopen on Monday as lockdown is eased?

What will reopen on Monday as lockdown is eased?

They have been shut since March but are now ready to return - we look at what will reopen on June 15.

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'Don't name our car park after a slave trader'

'Don't name our car park after a slave trader'

Calls have been made to rename a car park to lose its association to the slave trade.

Government money pledged to help migrant children

Government money pledged to help migrant children

The government has promised extra funding to help look after unaccompanied asylum-seeking including the 200 children who arrived in Kent this year.

Bus company apologise for speeding driver

Bus company apologise for speeding driver

Residents in one village have issued fresh calls for action on speeding after a bus was caught driving 13mph over the limit.

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'Give state school grades extra weighting'

'Give state school grades extra weighting'

A "digital divide" has emerged during lockdown, giving private school pupils a huge advantage over their state-educated peers, according to a Kent MP.

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Dog spotted near busy road rescued

Dog spotted near busy road rescued

A dog found wandering near a busy road is being reunited with his owners.

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Beach hut hire inquiries surge

Beach hut hire inquiries surge

A little slice of personal paradise or a glorified shed? With searches for beach hut hire skyrocketing we look at why Kent's are so popular.

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'Is that Jesus in the mould?'

'Is that Jesus in the mould?'

From Donald Trump in a steak to Maggie Thatcher in a couple's baby scan - we take a look at the weirdest celebrity sightings from around the county.

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Mystery of tragic teen's final moments on beach

Mystery of tragic teen's final moments on beach

The tragic final moments of a happy-go-lucky teenager found dead in the sea by loved ones remain a mystery.

'Toddlers have become anxious and withdrawn'

'Toddlers have become anxious and withdrawn'

Parents are concerned social distancing is affecting their toddler's development and mental health.

Kent's biggest theatre needs emergency funds

Kent's biggest theatre needs emergency funds

Kent’s largest theatre is calling for emergency government funding after suffering significant losses during lockdown.

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