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‘The solar farm will be ugly but we need the energy’

A solar farm the size of 58 football pitches will be built on farmland after councillors said clean energy was more important than the appearance.

Kent Tories facing massive losses at General Election

Kent Tory MPs are facing massive losses at the general election, according to pollsters.

Two more Kent MPs to stand down at election

Another two Kent MPs have announced they will not be standing at the general election in July.

Two airlifted to hospital as serious crash shuts road

Two people have been airlifted to a London hospital after serious two-car crash this morning

'Landlords can end your life on the most petty grounds - tenants have no power'

Columnist Melissa Todd explores the potentially devastating impact of ‘no-fault evictions’ which can leave tenants homeless with little warning.

What could happen on election day? Experts have their say on Kent Politics Podcast

In a special general election edition of the Kent Politics Podcast, we look at what might happen in the county on July 4.

Secret Drinker at the pub that could be calling last orders for the final time

It really could be time at the bar for this huge family pub that feels more like a ‘campsite clubroom’

Fraudster ordered to pay £160k after Amazon splurge on company credit card

A convicted fraudster has been ordered to pay a hefty sum back after splurging £200,000 on Amazon with his chief executive’s company credit card.

Council’s £7.5m bid to revamp ramshackle theatre where Charlie Chaplin played

A council has unveiled plans to secure £7.5m to revamp a ramshackle theatre which once hosted Charlie Chaplin.

Nigel Farage breaks silence over whether he will stand in general election

Nigel Farage has silenced speculation about whether he will stand as a candidate in the general election.

Probe as police officer knees boy amid rowdy scenes near park

Police bosses are reviewing a video that shows an officer bringing a 14-year-old boy to the ground with a knee to his midriff.

This beautiful corner of Kent is like being on the Amalfi Coast

Our reviewer enjoys the sunshine as he heads to the coast to sample one of Kent’s most beautiful dining spots.

Man arrested after armed police called to firearm reports

A suspect has been arrested after armed police were called to reports a man had been seen with a firearm.

Will schools close? Key general election questions answered

With Rishi Sunak’s general election announcement, we answer the main questions voters need to know ahead of July 4.

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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls general election

The Prime Minister has announced people will head to the polls for a general election in July.

Man arrested after air rifle fired in street

Police are appealing for witnesses after an air rifle was fired in a residential street.

‘Otherworldly’ phenomenon spotted off Kent coast

The rare phenomenon of bioluminescence, where seawater turns a glowing blue colour, has been spotted off Kent.

Kent beach adorned with silhouettes of soldiers for 80th D-Day anniversary

A Kent beach has been adorned with silhouettes of soldiers to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

MP returns to Parliament to rousing standing ovation after sepsis battle

A Kent MP who lost his arms and legs in a battle with sepsis has received a rousing standing ovation on his emotional return to the House of Commons.

Two mystery Kent lottery winners scoop combined total of £4.6m

Two lucky national lottery winners in Kent have scooped millions, with plans to pay off their mortgage and help out their family.

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Secret Drinker at the pub that could be calling last orders for the final time

It really could be time at the bar for this huge family pub that feels more like a ‘campsite clubroom’

‘We’re not paying £2.50 to look in a couple of shops!’

Parking charges at Ashford Designer Outlet have been raised so "unnecessarily" high that shoppers say they will now think twice before visiting.

Town’s first Domino’s to open tomorrow inside former bank

Domino’s to open in Tenterden high street

New pictures of harbour arm’s biggest ever venue

A bar with a capacity of 100 people has become the largest venue at a popular seaside attraction.

‘Our road has only just reopened after being shut for 2 months – now it’s closed again!’

Traders in a road which has only just reopened following a nine week long closure say they are frustrated after it was shut again last week.

'I thought I was going to die - now I've opened a smoothie bar'

A tattoo artist has opened a smoothie bar offering healthy beverages after a brutal battle with Covid left him struggling to eat solids.

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King Charles visits Kent stand at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Historic Martello tower to open as holiday let by end of year

Chelsea Flower Show medal winners to display stunning florals

‘It’s not about the medal - it’s about the message’

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Serial winner Craig Stone ready for his next challenge

Craig Stone has left Ramsgate - but his desire to play in a successful team hasn’t changed.

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Kent Tories facing massive losses at General Election

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‘The solar farm will be ugly but we need the energy’

Kent Tories facing massive losses at General Election

Two more Kent MPs to stand down at election

Two airlifted to hospital as serious crash shuts road

'Landlords can end your life on the most petty grounds - tenants have no power'

What could happen on election day? Experts have their say on Kent Politics Podcast

Secret Drinker at the pub that could be calling last orders for the final time

Fraudster ordered to pay £160k after Amazon splurge on company credit card

Council’s £7.5m bid to revamp ramshackle theatre where Charlie Chaplin played

Nigel Farage breaks silence over whether he will stand in general election

Probe as police officer knees boy amid rowdy scenes near park

This beautiful corner of Kent is like being on the Amalfi Coast

Man arrested after armed police called to firearm reports

Will schools close? Key general election questions answered

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls general election

Man arrested after air rifle fired in street

‘Otherworldly’ phenomenon spotted off Kent coast

Kent beach adorned with silhouettes of soldiers for 80th D-Day anniversary

MP returns to Parliament to rousing standing ovation after sepsis battle

Two mystery Kent lottery winners scoop combined total of £4.6m

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Secret Drinker at the pub that could be calling last orders for the final time

Secret Drinker at the pub that could be calling last orders for the final time

‘We’re not paying £2.50 to look in a couple of shops!’

‘We’re not paying £2.50 to look in a couple of shops!’

Town’s first Domino’s to open tomorrow inside former bank

Town’s first Domino’s to open tomorrow inside former bank

New pictures of harbour arm’s biggest ever venue

New pictures of harbour arm’s biggest ever venue

‘Our road has only just reopened after being shut for 2 months – now it’s closed again!’

‘Our road has only just reopened after being shut for 2 months – now it’s closed again!’

'I thought I was going to die - now I've opened a smoothie bar'

'I thought I was going to die - now I've opened a smoothie bar'

Gardens

King Charles visits Kent stand at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Historic Martello tower to open as holiday let by end of year

Chelsea Flower Show medal winners to display stunning florals

‘It’s not about the medal - it’s about the message’

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Serial winner Craig Stone ready for his next challenge

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Crawley hits double ton for Kent

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