'People are queuing out the door - we already need a bigger mixer!’
A mum says she has been so overwhelmed by support after opening her own bakery that she’s already planning to order a bigger mixer to meet demand.
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Sittingbourne motorcyclist, 79, roars to racing double after crash that left him ‘totally written off’
A grandad with a 60-year racing career has won an historic double just two years after a horror 80mph crash which left a marshal fearing he was dead.
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A shining example of the ideal village local - just don’t mention the C Word!
It’s Christmas come early for Secret Drinker as he dines out in the heart of the Kent countryside.
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‘It makes it even more special’: Kent pub hit by two cars wins national award
A Kent pub has won a national award following a difficult year in which it was hit by two cars in separate crashes.
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How planting a vineyard helped a grieving Kent dad keep his son's memory alive
Gardening can be a balm for people in grief. A memorial garden honors your loved one. Here's how.
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Work on £42m flood defences to protect 1,870 Kent homes complete
A multi-million-pound flood defence scheme has been completed with new measures to reduce the flood risk for 1,870 homes and 575 businesses.
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Flood defence scheme costing £42m opened
The scheme in west Kent cost £42m and will help protect communities along the River Medway.
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Century of memories: Tonbridge’s ‘Royal Grandma’ celebrates 100th birthday
A woman is preparing to celebrate her 100th birthday after spending her whole life in the same town where she was born.
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‘Moving from London to Kent was a bit of a culture shock - but it’s such a wonderful place to live’
A Londoner who relocated to Kent is launching a month-long festival of events to help multicultural communities put down roots in the county.
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‘This is genuinely heartening’: Plans submitted for theatre at Ashford’s ex-Mecca Bingo
Council bosses have officially lodged plans for a new £7.5m theatre in a move they believe will help “revitalise the town centre”.
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Historic Kent estate takes star role in new movie blockbuster Sense and Sensibility
Daisy Edgar-Jones and Fiona Shaw among the all-star cast who headed to the Kent countryside to film new spin on Jane Austen’s famous novel.
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‘It makes it even more special’: Kent pub hit by two cars wins national award
A Kent pub has won a national award following a difficult year in which it was hit by two cars in separate crashes.
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House of the Dragon star to play Poirot in murder thriller at Kent theatre
Be one of the first to see a fresh take on an Agatha Christie classic before it tours the UK.
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Revealed: The £8m plans to transform abandoned Kent garden centre
An abandoned garden centre is set to be transformed into an £8 million residential care centre with a community cafe and hub open to the public.
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Town pledges over £117k in bid to buy Stag Theatre
Sevenoaks mayor says the community's response highlights the venue's significance to the town.
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Women 'breaking through' in tattooing, says artist
An exhibition will take place at the University for the Creative Arts in Canterbury.
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Lord Mayor’s Awards open for nominations
It’s time to get your nominations in for the 2026 Lord Mayor’s Award, which will see unsung heroes from the Canterbury district celebrated for their selfless dedication to helping others. The post Lord Mayor’s Awards …
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The star-studded festive Kent pantos worth booking before they sell out
We’ve got everything you need to know about Kent’s panto season, from dazzling dames to famous faces.
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Kent grammar school to expand amid ‘unanticipated’ surge in pupil numbers
A grammar school is to expand after an “unanticipated” surge in pupil numbers left it 80 pupils above its current capacity.
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Snap Fitness Sittingbourne to open state-of-the-art recovery room
Snap Fitness Sittingbourne’s new recovery room will include massage guns and reformer pilates beds
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Plans submitted to expand multi-million-pound business park with three new units
Plans have been submitted to expand a Kent business park due to “growing demand from national companies”.
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The pretty little medieval Kent town hit by an earthquake and 'snubbed by a queen'
Gorgeous historic streets and buildings, riverside views, a walk if you want to - this medieval Kent town is perfect for a family day out and 'kids will love' one aspect
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Kent trigger Milnes and Northeast extensions
Kent trigger contract extension clauses for seamer Matt Milnes and experienced batter Sam Northeast.
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Folkestone residents evacuated after Burstin fire allowed to return home 11 days later
Residents evacuated from flats next to the fire-hit Grand Burstin Hotel have been allowed to return home 11 days after the blaze.
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‘The show felt like you were at an intimate comedy club’: Maisie Adam at the Marlowe Theatre
Firmly established as a touring draw Comedian Maisie Adam’s latest show was well-received at a packed Kent venue - here’s what our reviewer thought.
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Unwanted clothes being used to help fill potholes in Kent town
An inventor is working with a council to test a pothole repair material made from recycled textiles which could cut waste and maintenance costs.
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‘It’s an exciting new chapter’: Grade II-listed Kent hotel sold to luxury chain
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‘It’s an exciting new chapter’: Grade II-listed Kent hotel sold to luxury chain
'The hotel will be a tremendous asset to the town'
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New era for Fruits De Mer in Broadstairs as couple Matthew and Millie take the helm
It’s a new era for Fruits De Mer in Broadstairs as couple Matthew Keel and Millie Kemp take over the [...]
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Tunbridge Wells grass roots music venue The Forum submits extension plan
The Tunbridge Wells building has been home to live music since The Forum opened at the start of 1993
rss_kentlive__kent_news· Kent