Heroic Kent doctor saves man’s life in airport drama
A heroic Kent doctor saved a stranger's life after he collapsed and his heart stopped beating at a busy airport in Florida.
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Olympic champion surprises Kent shop owner who’s raised more than £1.4m for good causes
A shop owner who helped to raise more than £1m for good causes through lottery ticket sales has been surprised by a double Olympic gold medalist.
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‘I thought it’d gone forever!': Grandad's joy as lost wedding ring found on Kent beach
A grandfather was brought to tears by the stunning recovery of his wedding ring which he lost while swimming at his local beach.
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The remarkable Kent charity helping families furnish homes for just £300
A long-running Kent charity that has helped hard-up families furnish their homes for as little as £300 is now expanding its work.
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'Passionate and committed' Tunbridge Wells childcare centre makes a 'big impact with little learners'
Teachers and pupils are "very proud" of what they have achieved at their Tunbridge Wells pre-school, nursery and out-of-school club through their "passion, creativity and commitment"
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£10m project to revive long-neglected park includes new 3G pitches
A rundown recreation ground could be transformed into a £10.7 million sports and health hub featuring football pitches, padel courts and a café.
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Olympian says shopkeeper deserves gold medal
Olympic champion Matt Weston praises a Kent shopkeeper for helping raise money for good causes.
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Shining a light on families, charities and some truly extraordinary people from across Kent
Wards Children’s Awards 2026: An event dedicated to courage, care and community.
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Kent skies illuminated by Northern Lights
A spectacular natural light show dazzled skywatchers in Kent last night.
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Boy, 13, hit by bus defies doctors after family told to 'prepare for the worst'
A schoolboy who was hit by a double-decker bus has defied doctors' expectations after his family was advised to “prepare for the worst”.
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Six white rhinos heading to Wingham Wildlife Park after zoo closure
Six white rhinoceroses are set to be welcomed at a Kent wildlife park following the closure of a zoo where hundreds of animals died.
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Hopper buses, new bus lanes, safer walking routes and a Unesco bid… how Kent’s only city could be transformed
Public space improvements, bus lanes, traffic improvements and even a UNESCO bid have been included in a council’s ambitious regeneration plan.
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What it’s like to ride on Kent’s first driverless passenger shuttle
We took a ride on the county’s first completely driverless passenger vehicle, as it made history in Kent.
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The £3.6m plan to bring Kent town’s historic museum back to life
Three historic buildings across Kent have been awarded much-needed cash to carry out repairs and protect them for decades.
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‘Flawless and full of tension’: House of the Dragon star leads murder mystery that kept audiences guessing
Review: A fresh take on an Agatha Christie classic opened at Canterbury’s Marlowe Theatre ahead of its UK tour.
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‘It’s amazing’: Comedian Joe Lycett puts money behind bar at Ashford pub
Discover and connect with local businesses across Kent. Your one-stop resource for business networking and opportunities.
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Strictly stars, Hollywood actors and comedy legends heading to Kent’s biggest arts festival
The county’s leading arts festivals is returning this month with more than 130 events, shows and family-friendly entertainment.
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Bridget Jones and Miranda star visits Kent primary school
Actress and comedian Sally Phillips visited Kent schoolchildren to celebrate a special 100th anniversary edition of Winnie the Pooh.
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‘We want it to rise again': New landlord takes on long-empty Canterbury pub
A pub’s new landlord wants to return a derelict local boozer to its glory days and is introducing a “founders’ membership” to get it up and running.
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The Kent cemetery named among the UK's best
The location of the cemetery offers easy access to the communities in Kent, Surrey and south London.
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A 15th century pub near Tunbridge Wells secures approval for hotel rooms to ensure survival
The gorgeous pub in a village near Tunbridge Wells will add accommodation to help protect its future
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Dance music legend to bring bank holiday rave to Kent in 2027
A world-famous DJ will make his Dreamland debut next May, with tickets on sale now.
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Penshurst Place stars in new Jane Austen adaptation
The Kent manor house features as a country dance location in the new film of Sense and Sensibility.
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When the Olympics came to town - remembering Tunbridge Wells' 2012 torch relay
There was a sea of crowds everywhere you looked, many waving Union Flags and cheering as the procession passed
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European coffee chain plans to open first UK site at Kent business park near M20
The chain, which is based in Germany, could open a drive-thru in Kent
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Shoppers queue at sunrise for opening of Ashford’s third Aldi store
Scores of shoppers queued at sunrise as Ashford’s third Aldi store opened its doors this morning.
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Herne Bay’s first McDonald’s finally gets green light amid concerns over noise
A McDonald’s branch can finally open in Herne Bay after the final planning hurdle was cleared, despite concerns from residents over noise and smells.
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The best fireworks displays in Kent to book for Bonfire Night 2026
From spectacular firework shows to traditional bonfires and family-friendly events, here’s everything you need to know.
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Pick your own pumpkin for Halloween
Pumpkin Moon has thousands of pumpkins to choose from of all shapes and sizes in Maidstone, Rainham and Faversham.
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Former Sittingbourne Barclays bank could get new lease of life as children’s nursery
Plans have been submitted to transform a former Barclays bank into a children's day nursery.
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