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Drivers plunged into ‘chaos’ as traffic lights turned off on roundabout
Drivers plunged into ‘chaos’ as traffic lights turned off on roundabout
Drivers have reported a raft of near-misses, days after signals were switched off at a busy junction as part of improvement works.
Former school fetches huge sum at auction
Former school fetches huge sum at auction
A former school put up for sale at auction has sold for more than double the asking price after attracting hundreds of bids.
Woman jailed after fatal stabbing of young man
Woman jailed after fatal stabbing of young man
A Kent woman has been jailed after a young man was stabbed to death with her help.
Approval won for ‘rammed’ town centre flat block ‘aimed at young professionals’
Approval won for ‘rammed’ town centre flat block ‘aimed at young professionals’
Plans to erect a “car-free” five-storey apartment block aimed at young professionals in the centre of a town have been approved despite concerns.
Cladding to be removed from hospital A&E at ‘high risk of fire spread’
Cladding to be removed from hospital A&E at ‘high risk of fire spread’
Complicated works to remove dangerous cladding from a hospital emergency department at high “risk of fire” is set to get underway.
Traffic and wildlife concerns over huge David Lloyd health club
Traffic and wildlife concerns over huge David Lloyd health club
Traffic and environmental concerns have been raised over plans for a huge new health club next to a dual carriageway.
Delight at U-turn over car park plans for ‘cherished’ green space
Delight at U-turn over car park plans for ‘cherished’ green space
Parents have won their battle to keep a treasured green space, but campaigners again Sunday parking charges were less happy.
Man in hospital after being hit by car
Man in hospital after being hit by car
A pedestrian was taken to hospital following an early morning collision.
Derelict takeaway ‘shameful’ blight on historic area
Derelict takeaway ‘shameful’ blight on historic area
A former takeaway “colonized by pigeons and infested by rats” is a danger to public health, residents have warned.
Dog friendly beaches in Kent this summer
Dog friendly beaches in Kent this summer
From May 1 the rules around dogs on Kent’s beaches change in many areas – so which of our coastal spots remain dog-friendly throughout the summer?
‘Choice at the barbers nowadays is staggering - all I want is a short back and sides’
‘Choice at the barbers nowadays is staggering - all I want is a short back and sides’
While waiting at the barbers for a trim, Secret Thinker marvels at the choice nowadays - from fader and razor cuts to hot towel shaves and singeing.
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Eat My WordsWork to transform ‘eyesore’ high street site into celebrity-loved restaurant underway
Work to transform ‘eyesore’ high street site into celebrity-loved restaurant underway
Renovations have begun inside a former Dorothy Perkins, as a swanky restaurant chain looks to move into the city centre spot.
‘The perfect village pub - and the staff are something special too’
‘The perfect village pub - and the staff are something special too’
Secret Drinker pulls up a pew to revel in the hop-picking heritage of a tucked-away local
‘We met at the pub - now we’re making award-winning gin together’
‘We met at the pub - now we’re making award-winning gin together’
A pair of friends who began experimenting with making their own spirits have won gold for their gin at the first attempt.
Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex
Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex
Plans to host an outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at a £115 million leisure development have been unveiled.
New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed
New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed
Aerial photos show significant progress has been made on a new supermarket but the retailer says it’s not ready to open as planned.
Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?
Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?
Secret Drinker lets his dog take the lead as they head to a seaside haven for those on two legs and four
John Swinney to make statement on SNP leadership election
John Swinney to make statement on SNP leadership election
The Perthshire MSP served as Nicola Sturgeon’s deputy first minister for almost nine years.
Unions warn Labour not to water down package on workers’ rights
Unions warn Labour not to water down package on workers’ rights
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said ‘a red line will be crossed’ if the party U-turns on its previous pledge.
Students occupy UK university campuses in protest against Gaza war
Students occupy UK university campuses in protest against Gaza war
The protests follow violent clashes at campuses across the US, most prominently at Columbia University in New York.
Warning for thunderstorms before sunshine could bring warmest day of 2024
Warning for thunderstorms before sunshine could bring warmest day of 2024
Two yellow weather warnings have been issued for the UK, with heavy rain forecast for parts of the country on Wednesday night.
Some asylum seekers still without beds after city centre camp dismantled
Some asylum seekers still without beds after city centre camp dismantled
Hundreds of asylum seekers were removed from a makeshift camp on Wednesday morning.
Manchester Co-op Live postpones Olivia Rodrigo world tour performances
Manchester Co-op Live postpones Olivia Rodrigo world tour performances
Venue bosses confirmed the US star would not be performing on May 3 and 4.
Tories expect ‘significant losses’ at local elections, Chancellor says
Tories expect ‘significant losses’ at local elections, Chancellor says
Jeremy Hunt sought to manage expectations as voters head to the polls on Thursday.
Man charged with murder of 14-year-old boy after east London sword attack
Man charged with murder of 14-year-old boy after east London sword attack
The 36-year-old man has been named by police as dual Spanish-Brazilian national Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo.
Manchester Co-op Arena cancels opening performance for third time
Manchester Co-op Arena cancels opening performance for third time
The concert with US rapper A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie was called off at the last minute due to a ‘technical issue’.
Welsh FM narrowly wins vote to reject investigation into controversial donation
Welsh FM narrowly wins vote to reject investigation into controversial donation
A Senedd vote for a probe into a donation received by Vaughan Gething during the Welsh leadership race was rejected by two votes.
‘Rising levels’ of public support for smacking ban, says NSPCC
Cadbury discontinues chocolate bar over fans’ ‘changing tastes’
Children’s car seat is urgently recalled over safety fears
Get discounted tickets to this year’s Margate Summer Series
One Day author David Nicholls to introduce new book
Junior footballers warned against trend made popular by Jack Grealish
‘Alarming decline’ in Kent insect numbers unsustainable, warn experts
‘Local politicians do unglamorous, practical work that won’t win you a cheer from the Question Time audience’
Robert Barman
Robert Barman
‘Housebuilding opposition is well organised - who speaks up for those who need homes?’
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor
‘Potholes go unfixed while major route faces traffic chaos for pointless roadworks’
Secret Thinker
Secret Thinker
‘Smacking children is lazy parenting and it should be banned’
Lauren Abbott
Lauren Abbott
'Crime commissioner role remains frustratingly difficult to explain to voters’
Paul Francis
Paul Francis
‘Seaside town’s revival is all thanks to food’
Chris Britcher
Chris Britcher
'If we ditched waste disposal charges, rubbish wouldn't be dumped in country lanes'
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor
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Work to transform ‘eyesore’ high street site into celebrity-loved restaurant underway
Work to transform ‘eyesore’ high street site into celebrity-loved restaurant underway
Renovations have begun inside a former Dorothy Perkins, as a swanky restaurant chain looks to move into the city centre spot.
‘The perfect village pub - and the staff are something special too’
‘The perfect village pub - and the staff are something special too’
Secret Drinker pulls up a pew to revel in the hop-picking heritage of a tucked-away local
‘We met at the pub - now we’re making award-winning gin together’
‘We met at the pub - now we’re making award-winning gin together’
A pair of friends who began experimenting with making their own spirits have won gold for their gin at the first attempt.
Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex
Plans to host outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at £115m complex
Plans to host an outdoor cinema, Christmas market and live music at a £115 million leisure development have been unveiled.
New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed
New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed
Aerial photos show significant progress has been made on a new supermarket but the retailer says it’s not ready to open as planned.
Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?
Love the beach, beer and big mutts? This is the spot for you?
Secret Drinker lets his dog take the lead as they head to a seaside haven for those on two legs and four
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