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Revealed: Kent to have four massive new unitary councils
Kent will be carved up into four new unitary authorities once existing councils abolish themselves in the coming months.
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‘Stop the bleed’ kit installed at popular recreation ground in case of stabbing
An emergency “stop the bleed” kit cabinet has been installed at a Kent recreation ground previously blighted by crime, including stabbings.
Fire-hit kebab shop finally reopens more than two years after blaze
A kebab shop hit by fire more than two years ago has reopened following a £50,000 refurbishment.
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Thousands of homes in Kent still without water
Thousands of homeowners have been told they will be without water overnight after a technical issue at treatment works.
Carer punched wheelchair-bound client in the face after request for a blanket
A care assistant has narrowly avoided jail after lashing out at a man he was meant to be caring for and punching him twice.
Is it time to start hunting for a new job? Find out in this week’s horoscopes
Here’s what the next seven days have in store for every star sign.
The Kent road where all the pubs have closed - could a revival be brewing?
In decades past, pub-goers were spoilt for choice on one Kent road, where six venues once variously vied for trade.
We meet Kent’s newest winemaker
Tucked away in the rolling hills of a Kent village, we meet the county’s newest winemaker.
We’ve sorted your TV week: Granite Harbour, Gypsy Wives plus the return of Star Trek
Handpicked by our entertainment experts - the best five new shows on TV this week.
‘We would love for her to be remembered for the love, laughter and support she gave’
A pub landlady who brought “love, laughter and support” to those who knew her has sadly died.
12 dogs in Kent desperate for a forever home
An animal rescue charity has a dozen dogs up for adoption who are searching for a family to give them the love they deserve.
Town mourns 'remarkable' woman who helped save hundreds of cats
A “remarkable woman” and cherished friend who dedicated her life to caring for animals has died aged 96.
Pete Doherty teams up with viral comedian for new show
An iconic musician and a zany comedian have teamed up to launch a new show filmed around one of Kent’s most-loved towns.
Fire crews reopen road linking towns after three-vehicle crash
Fire crews have reopened a village road linking two Kent towns following a crash this afternoon.
The 14 Kent pubs named among UK's best in new guide
Fourteen Kent pubs have been named among the best in Britain in a new national guide.
‘Where are we supposed to park?’ Anger as £100 fines brought in at packed club
Members of a leisure club have reacted angrily after new signs warning of £100 parking fines appeared despite complaints there are not enough spaces.
Mum and son appear in court together over separate crimes
A mother and her teenage son stood side by side in the dock after admitting separate offences involving stolen vehicles.
Armed police make arrest after man stabbed in suspected van robbery
A man has been arrested by armed police after a suspected van robbery left a man in his 50s with serious stab injuries.
Dentist gets green light to transform former garage despite ‘street parking’ concerns
A dentist’s move across town has been given the green light despite parking concerns raised by residents.
'It's rare to replace a pub!' Village bar rebuild with seven flats approved
A village bar is set to be rebuilt as part of a development including seven apartments.