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‘Aggressive’ Christmas tree thief given Tesco ban

‘Aggressive’ Christmas tree thief given Tesco ban

31 May 2024

A thief has been banned from entering any shops in his home town for two years and any Tesco in the county.

Radio host pulls out of running for Kent election seat

Radio host pulls out of running for Kent election seat

31 May 2024

Broadcaster Iain Dale has withdrawn from the race to become an MP after audio surfaced of him saying he didn’t like the place he aimed to represent.

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Husband of Kent horse rider pays tribute to ‘strong, beautiful, phenomenal’ wife

Husband of Kent horse rider pays tribute to ‘strong, beautiful, phenomenal’ wife

31 May 2024

The husband of a professional event rider has paid tribute to his “strong, beautiful and phenomenal” wife following her death in a riding accident.

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‘Appointments show utter contempt for hospitality industry’

‘Appointments show utter contempt for hospitality industry’

30 May 2024

A row has erupted over a council leader’s choice of appointments to chairman and vice chairman roles in a newly elected council.

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Radio host bidding to be Tory MP in Kent said ‘he never liked the place’

Radio host bidding to be Tory MP in Kent said ‘he never liked the place’

29 May 2024

A radio host attempting to be an MP has come under fire after previous comments surfaced saying he “never liked the place” he is hoping to represent.

Top radio host to stand for election in Kent seat

Top radio host to stand for election in Kent seat

29 May 2024

LBC host Iain Dale has announced he is quitting his show to run for parliament.

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Outdoor retailer to open in former Argos store

Outdoor retailer to open in former Argos store

28 May 2024

An outdoor clothing and equipment company is set to launch its eighth store in Kent.

The ‘Grinch’ exposed himself to schoolgirls while wearing pink tutu

The ‘Grinch’ exposed himself to schoolgirls while wearing pink tutu

28 May 2024

A pervert who dressed up as the Grinch at Christmas has admitted exposing himself to teenagers while wearing a pink tutu.

Kent horse riding star, 37, dies after suffering fall

Kent horse riding star, 37, dies after suffering fall

27 May 2024

A Kent-based horse riding star has died aged 37 after suffering a fall in a cross-country competition.

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Stunning summer gardens opening in June

Stunning summer gardens opening in June

27 May 2024

Lots of beautiful early summer gardens are opening all over Kent in the next few weeks. Here’s where you can find them.

Historic home sold by housing association at ‘bargain’ price

Historic home sold by housing association at ‘bargain’ price

26 May 2024

A listed home opposite a village green and in a conservation area is under offer at a “bargain” price.

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New rooftop apartments craned into place

New rooftop apartments craned into place

22 May 2024

A crane has lifted 11 new modular homes into place to add an extra floor to a block of flats.

Jack Dee announces new stand-up tour

Jack Dee announces new stand-up tour

21 May 2024

The comedian has revealed he will visit six Kent venues on his upcoming Small World tour.

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Developers’ plan to remove affordable housing from scheme rejected

Developers’ plan to remove affordable housing from scheme rejected

20 May 2024

A bid to remove affordable housing from plans for two blocks of flats has been rejected by the council.

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Day of police action targets town’s problem areas

Day of police action targets town’s problem areas

20 May 2024

Patrols visited anti-social behaviour hotspots after concerns were raised by residents but police say there’s been a fall in reports of problems.

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Action-packed experiences for Kent’s thrill-seekers

Action-packed experiences for Kent’s thrill-seekers

20 May 2024

If you’re a self-confessed adrenaline junkie, Kent has some exhilarating days out that might just surprise you.

Dispersal order issued in town centre after rise in anti-social behaviour

Dispersal order issued in town centre after rise in anti-social behaviour

17 May 2024

A dispersal order has been put in place to help tackle repeated anti-social behaviour in a town centre.

Patients fear losing home after funding cuts

Patients fear losing home after funding cuts

17 May 2024

A supported living facility for patients with mental health issues is fighting to stay open after a council’s decision to pull its funding.

Drug dealers jailed after video evidence leads to conviction

Drug dealers jailed after video evidence leads to conviction

16 May 2024

Video of a drug dealer weighing out cocaine led to his arrest and helped thwart a drug supply chain.

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‘Disappointing’ plans to replace prominent office block with ‘stale’ homes

‘Disappointing’ plans to replace prominent office block with ‘stale’ homes

15 May 2024

Plans have been put forward to redevelop a disused brutalist office block - but opponents have criticised the design and lack of affordable homes.

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