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Villagers dread 'Lego-style' new-builds as mini-estate plans revealed
Worried residents have warned “Lego-style” modern houses could spoil their village’s rural character after plans were lodged for 21 homes.
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Plans to transform disused Kent seafront arcade into flats and new business
The long-vacant property sits opposite the town's iconic clock tower
Family thrilled as conviction of late Kent sub-postmistress finally sent to appeal court
A Kent sub-postmistress who died a convicted criminal is one step closer to having her name cleared after her case was sent to the Court of Appeal.
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‘We’ll fight them all the way!’ Villagers defiant as uni presses ahead with 2,000-home estate
University of Kent bosses have reignited fury by pushing ahead with plans for a huge 2,000-home estate on nearby countryside.
The Kent train stations to close this weekend for works including Dover Priory
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'It's a silent killer - no one thinks it will happen to them'
The sister of a much-loved young man who died from carbon monoxide poisoning wants to warn others about the “silent killer”.
AD FEATURE: Wingham Wildlife Park provides wild days out for the whole family this October
Think tiger roars, penguin splashes and dino stomps, along with a host of free activities, this half-term
Axe-attack on side of A2 was like ‘chaotic movie scene’, jury told
A violent axe and cricket bat attack on two men as they drove along the A2 had its background in human trafficking, a jury has heard.
Halloween adventures for under a fiver this half-term
Families on a budget can enjoy outdoor trails, autumnal crafts, scary films and more, all for less than £5.
Inspectors reveal ‘serious failings’ in how council manages its 5,000 homes
Inspectors from the government’s social housing regulator have uncovered “serious failings” in how a council manages its homes.
Police agree payout to pro-Palestine activist after roundabout protest
Police have apologised and agreed compensation with a pro-Palestine protestor after officers wrongly threatened her with arrest at a demonstration.
Trio of major brands reveal Kent shopping centre grand opening dates
A shopping centre’s three highly anticipated new arrivals have confirmed opening dates ahead of the Christmas rush.
The woman who helped transform one of Kent’s most notorious council estates
When Paula Spencer arrived at one of Kent’s most troubled estates 25 years ago, she knew she had a challenge on her hands, as KentOnline reports.
‘If they don’t offer real help, there’ll be a tsunami of pub closures’
Pub bosses in the county say government reform to alcohol licensing fails to address the core pressures threatening their futures.
Hospital café screened off again as government steps in to help crisis-hit trust
The government has stepped in to support East Kent’s crisis-hit hospitals amid mounting concern over bed-blocking and unsafe levels of corridor care.
'High severity' two-car crash blocks Kent A299 Thanet Way - recap
Police and fire crews were called to the scene
Bakery to transform into pizza and fried chicken shop in latest planning bids
Plans in a Kent district include a hot food takeaway and a stable converted for holiday rentals.
Two arrested after stolen vehicle involved in multiple Kent chases and crashes
The incidents took place across Faversham and Canterbury
Woman dies after collapsing outside cinema
A woman died after collapsing outside a cinema, the ambulance service confirmed today.
Arrests after ‘stolen’ Mercedes involved in two police chases
A suspected stolen Mercedes, which got away from police in a chase, was involved in a second pursuit by officers when it was spotted again.