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Expanding village ‘doesn’t need more housing’
Plans have been lodged to redevelop a long-established campsite in a village which residents complain has already “doubled in size”.
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‘Why can’t Dreamland be like this every week?’
Our reviewer reflects on a night of soul and R&B anthems as the iconic Billy Ocean rolls into town, leaving a lasting impression on a sell-out crowd.
Boy, 14, among three arrested after man left in ‘critical condition’
A teenage boy is among three people arrested following a serious assault which has left a man in a critical condition in hospital.
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'My dad missed so much - I want to stop other families losing a loved one'
A woman who lost her beloved father to heart disease when he was just 46 years old now works on a cardiology department, helping others.
Date set for works on new £1 million skatepark
The start date for the conversion of a former crazy golf course into a £1 million skatepark has been revealed.
Emergency services called following concerns for man
Emergency services descended on a bridge after concerns were raised for a man's welfare.
The 5 Kent venues named among Britain’s best local restaurants
Five Kent venues have been named among the UK’s top 100 local restaurants.
'Monster truck madness' to come to Kent venue for sixth year
An event promising “monster truck madness and jaw-dropping excitement” is coming to a Kent venue for the sixth year.
Giant splash pools open at farm park
Two enormous paddling pools have opened at a Kent attraction just in time for the school holidays as part of a new Pirate Cove-themed area.
Thieving playgroup boss avoids prison – but must pay back stolen £8.5k
A former playgroup manager who “betrayed” parents and children by stealing more than £8,500 in charity funds has avoided jail.
Wimpy to open seventh Kent branch this week
The opening date for a new Wimpy restaurant has been revealed – and fans do not have long to wait.
Blue plaque to honour one of Wimbledon’s first winners
Wimbledon’s first-ever winner has been recognised with a blue plaque at the former hotel where he died, days after his grave was restored.
Bar chain opens another Kent venue at former Prezzo
Loungers has opened another Kent bar today inside a former Prezzo restaurant.
Two teens arrested as shopkeeper and police officer assaulted
Two teens have been arrested after a police officer and a shopkeeper were assaulted over the weekend.
‘My son thought he was going to die – it was heartbreaking’
An eight-year-old boy has undergone life-saving brain surgery after suffering relentless seizures that left him fearing for his life.
New book delves into nostalgic past of Thanet’s villages
Photographs which have been largely unseen for half a century or more are among those appearing in a new, richly [...]...
Freehold for Elephant & Castle pub in Ramsgate goes on the market
The freehold for the Elephant & Castle pub in Ramsgate is being sold. Leisure property specialists, Fleurets, have been appointed [...]...
Man in critical condition following assault in Ramsgate
Police are investigating a serious assault in Ramsgate which has left a man in a critical condition. Kent Police was [...]...
Mission uncovers ‘lost’ time capsules at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School
There has long been a legend whispered amongst the children at St Joseph’s primary in Broadstairs that there was a [...]...
Thanet Wanderers RUFC Lions roar in historic first competitive match against Saracens
By Sarah Mountjoy A landmark occasion unfolded at Thanet Wanderers RUFC last weekend, as the club’s Over 15s SEND (Special [...]...