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Man arrested at Manston processing centre over death of four people in small boat Channel crossing
National Crime Agency investigators arrested a 27-year-old Sudanese national at Manston processing centre this morning (Friday 10 April) on suspicion [...]...
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‘Residents want compassion in their politics’ says newly-elected Green Party county councillor
The newly-elected Kent County Councillor for the Cliftonville division says his campaign was about ‘giving hope.’ Green Party’s Cllr Rob [...]...
Van Gogh project creates an impression at Ramsgate Arts Primary
The life and work of artist Vincent Van Gogh is inspiring young artists at Ramsgate Arts Primary. Children from Year [...]...
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Kent County Council Cliftonville division by-election count and result – Greens take the vote
Results A win for the Green Party Rob Yates (Green) 2068 ELECTED Marc Rattigan (Reform) 1767 Joanne Bright (Labour) 557 [...]...
Emergency crews attend collision on A299 Thanet Way
Emergency services were called to a two car collision on the Thanet Way between St Nicholas at Wade and Reculver [...]...
Dispersal order enacted for Broadstairs following large number of youths arriving in town
A 48-hour dispersal order has been enacted in Broadstairs following issues with a large number of youth arriving at the [...]...
Thanet events for Vote for Nature Day of Action to save green space and farmland from development
Thanet groups will be among hundreds that are taking part in a Vote for Nature national day of action to [...]...
Wildlife learning safari for St Gregory’s explorers
Young explorers from St Gregory’s Catholic Primary in Margate embarked on a learning safari to Wingham Wildlife Park. Key Stage [...]...
Jail for pair who stole Porsche from Birchington and were caught after police chase on Thanet Way
Burglars from East London who stole a Porsche from Birchington were caught by patrols after a pursuit along the Thanet [...]...
St Lawrence College enters administration with staff redundancies and immediate closure for all pupils other than Years 11 and 13
St Lawrence College has gone into administration with notice filed with the courts today (April 8). It is understood staff [...]...
Armed police carry out warrant in Ramsgate as part of Whitstable murder investigation
Armed officers spotted in Ramsgate on Monday (April 6) were carrying out a warrant as part of a murder investigation [...]...
Liberty College Hospitality and Catering students serve up meal at Faversham Pensioners’ Big Lunch
Learners from Liberty College’s Hospitality and Catering programme, brought skill, teamwork, and community spirit to the forefront during a special [...]...
By-election hustings and abuse survivor question over data exposure and GDPR
A Cliftonville by-election hustings last night (April 7) attracted around 60 people who wanted to ask questions of the candidates [...]...
QEQM special baby care nurses take on half marathon to raise funds for SCBU
By Liz Baker Two QEQM hospital colleagues who care for sick babies are preparing to take on their first half [...]...
Garlinge resident launches campaign to bring Grade II St Augustine’s in Westgate back into use as a community hub
A Garlinge nan-of-two is aiming to raise funds to take on St Augustine’s in Westgate and create a vibrant centre [...]...
Man and woman arrested over assault in Ramsgate where victim suffered head injuries
A man and a woman have been arrested after an assault victim in Ramsgate was taken to hospital with head [...]...
Team Terry fundraiser for Children with Cancer UK after Westgate teen recovers from aggressive brain cancer
A Westgate dad and stepdad is nearing the finish line of a marathon 270+ mile walk to raise funds for [...]...
Overnight closures for Thanet Way resurfacing works
Kent County Council will be carrying out a series of resurfacing works along the A299 Thanet Way during June and [...]...
‘Chatty Man’ Alan Carr filming in Broadstairs
Comedian and presenter Alan Carr was spotted filming ion Broadstairs yesterday (April 7). The ‘chatty man’ host was seen with [...]...
Police appeal to find woman wanted for prison recall
Police are appealing for help to find a woman wanted for recall to prison. Donna Green has links to Margate, [...]...