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Four hundred sign exam petition in 24 hours

Four hundred sign exam petition in 24 hours

Two grammar school students have launched a campaign to persuade their MP to support the cancellation of GCSE and A-Level exams for 2021.

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Wildlife park confirms closure

Wildlife park confirms closure

One of the county's top visitor attractions has revealed it is having to close its doors to the public.

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Huge pile of 'rubbish' litters busy carriageway

Huge pile of 'rubbish' litters busy carriageway

Motorists were left open-mouthed after driving past what looks like yet another fly-tipping incident...but is it?

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Hole at Manston Airport may be man-made

Hole at Manston Airport may be man-made

The Department for Transport said a hole in the runway at its emergency lorry park in Kent would not affect operations.

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Snow set for county this week

Snow set for county this week

Forecasters are predicting the white stuff will fall in the county later this week as the cold snap continues.

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River rescue after helicopter search

River rescue after helicopter search

A person has been rescued from a river following a huge emergency services response involving the Coastguard helicopter.

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Busy new year for 'stretched' ambulance service

Busy new year for 'stretched' ambulance service

Stretched paramedics faced a busy New Year's Eve as emergency services continue to face "significant pressure".

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Discarded firework sparks bin blaze

Discarded firework sparks bin blaze

Firefighters are warning people to ensure fireworks are disposed of properly after a bin caught alight following a garden display.

Opportunities and challenges for Kent in 2021

Opportunities and challenges for Kent in 2021

As the UK formally leaves the EU, political editor Paul Francis examines the repercussions for Kent in 2021.

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'New era' at Dover as UK completes EU separation

'New era' at Dover as UK completes EU separation

Roads around Dover were quiet today as the new UK began a new era outside the EU - but there are warnings the situation may change in coming days.

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12 Days of Quizmas: Been keeping up with your local news?

12 Days of Quizmas: Been keeping up with your local news?

On the 8th day of Quizmas KentOnline is testing whether you've been paying attention the the headlines in our papers all year round.

Fears retail kiosk plan could spark rise in crime

Fears retail kiosk plan could spark rise in crime

Police say the council plans could result in an increase in pickpocketing, road rage and graffiti, while also attracting nuisance climbers.

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Heroes and villains of 2020

Heroes and villains of 2020

It's been quite a year - what better way to end it than by judging the county's best and worst? Here are KentOnline's heroes and villains of 2020.

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Vandal-hit former oasthouse could become flats

Vandal-hit former oasthouse could become flats

A grade II-listed oasthouse next to a castle could be transformed into a block of apartments.

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'We're the sacrificial lamb for the second time'

'We're the sacrificial lamb for the second time'

Fishing rights were a sticking point in Brexit negotiations - and on the day the deal with the EU comes into force, industry reps feel betrayed.

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Latest Covid rates for Swale show drop

Latest Covid rates for Swale show drop

New figures for Kent's coronavirus hotspot are welcomed but council leader issues warning.

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Town's fourth McDonald's 'will cause traffic chaos'

Town's fourth McDonald's 'will cause traffic chaos'

There are concerns the opening of a new 24-hour McDonald's next to a notoriously busy roundabout will spark traffic chaos.

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Sinkhole opens up at Manston lorry park

Sinkhole opens up at Manston lorry park

A large area of runway is cordoned off and investigators are on site after a 10-metre sinkhole opened up at Manston's makeshift lorry park.

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'Exciting' plans for bingo hall site to be revealed in early 2021

'Exciting' plans for bingo hall site to be revealed in early 2021

Council bosses are set to reveal more details soon about a controversial plan to redevelop a former bingo hall in a town centre.

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Teen bedroom bound amid Covid-19 reinfection fears

Teen bedroom bound amid Covid-19 reinfection fears

A student shut herself in her room to protect family members after believing to have caught Covid-19 for a second time in three months.

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'Stay away from our town'

'Stay away from our town'

Residents have urged "selfish and irresponsible" people to stop breaching government guidelines by travelling dozens of miles to their town.

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Hare coursing group fined £2k for Covid breaches

Hare coursing group fined £2k for Covid breaches

A group thought to have been hare coursing have been fined more than £2,000 after breaching coronavirus regulations.

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'Let us serve healthy food to hungry lorry park truckers'

'Let us serve healthy food to hungry lorry park truckers'

A father and son want to open market-style food huts for hundreds of truckers expected to be sent to a lorry park if Brexit causes disruption.

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Boyfriend's moving tribute following partner's death

Boyfriend's moving tribute following partner's death

A woman who died on Christmas Eve has been described by her partner as someone who spread 'love and happiness' every day.

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Ambulance crews in plea for muted New Year celebrations

Ambulance crews in plea for muted New Year celebrations

The under-pressure ambulance service is urging people to stay home and drink responsibly as they see in the new year.

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Craziest animal rescues of 2020

Craziest animal rescues of 2020

The RSPCA has revealed its 20 most bizarre animal rescues of the year - including a fox cub stuck in a watering can.

Tributes to much-loved coach and dad-of-four

Tributes to much-loved coach and dad-of-four

A community has rallied to support the family of Steve Cooke following his death on Boxing Day from Covid-19.

Problems with symptom-free test booking site

Problems with symptom-free test booking site

People without Covid symptoms wanting to book a test are facing issues getting through to the booking system.

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Former private hospital to be converted into homes

Former private hospital to be converted into homes

A council has approved plans to build 73 homes on the site of a former private hospital.

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Body found in search for missing man

Body found in search for missing man

Police have confirmed that a man's body has been found following a missing person report.

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