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Plans for 'countryside-wrecking' solar farm on huge 114-acre site thrown out

A project to build a 114-acre “countryside-wrecking” solar farm in rural east Kent has been axed after it was turned down by planning officers.

COMPETITION: Five pairs of tickets to the Leeds Castle Concert to be won

The man walking to Ibiza because he ‘can't afford the flight’

A man is walking from Manchester to Ibiza because he “can’t afford the flight”.

New traffic fine powers used sparingly - but bus gate cameras on the way

New powers for councils to enforce so-called moving traffic offences have been used sparingly to date - although new ANPR cameras could be on the way.

The Children's Awards are back

We're searching for Kent's most courageous children plus the families, charities and individuals who support them

‘Dirty leisure centre isn't improving - why are there only three cleaners?!’

A multimillion-pound leisure centre that employs three cleaners must take on more staff as the site has “never looked so bad”, say furious swimmers.

Maypoles and Morris dancers: your guide to the May Day weekend

From Star Wars festivals to doggy days out, we’ve got 15 great ideas to keep the family entertained over the early May bank holiday.

Driver caught using dead woman’s blue badge

A driver who used a dead woman's blue badge to park closer to his hotel on two occasions in Kent has been fined.

Biosecurity checks to start - despite fears Kent site off M20 isn’t ready

There are fears a site off the M20 is not ready for new biosecurity checks coming in next week - which could lead to traffic delays.

Person dies at scene after crash on busy road

A person has died in a serious accident that closed a busy road this morning.

'Back in your day' comment could be age harassment judge says

Using the phrase 'back in your day' to an older colleague at work could count as age harassment, an employment judge has ruled.

Town to host its first ever Pride

A town’s first Pride event is gearing up to go ahead this summer celebrating diversity and inclusion throughout the community.

Forensic grease used to catch stalker in Kent first

A stalker has been jailed after new forensic technology which shows up under UV light was put on the victim’s home and helped identify him.

Teens arrested in Kent charged over Mother’s Day stabbing

Two teenagers arrested in Kent have been charged with attempted murder after a man in his 30s was stabbed multiple times on Mother’s Day.

New vision revealed for ‘parkland council estate’ on abandoned site

New images show how a “parkland council estate” planned for an overgrown patch of land could look.

Major route shuts days after reopening following emergency works

A major road connecting two districts in the county has shut again after repairs to a burst water pipe needed fixing.

Rare toy bought for just £1.25 could now fetch £30k

An ultra-rare Star Wars toy bought for £1.25 in 1978 could soon fetch up to £30,000 at a Kent auction.

Busy route to close for emergency gas work

A route used by school parents will be closed for up to 10 days due to emergency gas works.

Motorway shuts in both directions amid man’s welfare concerns

A motorway was briefly shut today following concerns for a man’s welfare.

Revealed: Kent’s parking charge hotspots

New figures obtained by KentOnline have revealed which councils make the most money from parking and which street has dished out the most tickets.

People in Kent ‘living shorter, unhealthier lives’

Obesity, depression, mental health issues and domestic violence are all on the rise, according to a new report.

Panel set up to improve special needs provision faces axe

A sub-committee started in the wake of a damning report into Kent’s failures in SEND provision has been accused of doing ‘very little’.

BMW driver ‘crashes into roundabout and keeps driving with sparking wheel’

A driver was arrested after a BMW crashed into a round about and continued driving with sparks flying from a wheel.

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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’

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’

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 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

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?

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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Kent garden named one of the best in the world

Bold new artwork a nod to Kent’s agricultural heritage

Prominent mansion’s price tag drops £3.5m

Where to see beautiful bluebells in Kent

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Kent name returning club president

Kent have confirmed their club president for 2025 - returning to the post for a second time.

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Plans for 'countryside-wrecking' solar farm on huge 114-acre site thrown out

‘It sounds like a gun going off 1,000 times an hour…’

Primary school retains ‘good’ Ofsted rating despite ‘challenging year’

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Plans for 'countryside-wrecking' solar farm on huge 114-acre site thrown out

‘It sounds like a gun going off 1,000 times an hour…’

Primary school retains ‘good’ Ofsted rating despite ‘challenging year’

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Plans for 'countryside-wrecking' solar farm on huge 114-acre site thrown out

COMPETITION: Five pairs of tickets to the Leeds Castle Concert to be won

The man walking to Ibiza because he ‘can't afford the flight’

New traffic fine powers used sparingly - but bus gate cameras on the way

The Children's Awards are back

‘Dirty leisure centre isn't improving - why are there only three cleaners?!’

Maypoles and Morris dancers: your guide to the May Day weekend

Driver caught using dead woman’s blue badge

Biosecurity checks to start - despite fears Kent site off M20 isn’t ready

Person dies at scene after crash on busy road

'Back in your day' comment could be age harassment judge says

Town to host its first ever Pride

Forensic grease used to catch stalker in Kent first

Teens arrested in Kent charged over Mother’s Day stabbing

New vision revealed for ‘parkland council estate’ on abandoned site

Major route shuts days after reopening following emergency works

Rare toy bought for just £1.25 could now fetch £30k

Busy route to close for emergency gas work

Motorway shuts in both directions amid man’s welfare concerns

Revealed: Kent’s parking charge hotspots

People in Kent ‘living shorter, unhealthier lives’

Panel set up to improve special needs provision faces axe

BMW driver ‘crashes into roundabout and keeps driving with sparking wheel’

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Decision due on huge £40m waterfront football stadium and neighbourhood plans

The man walking to Ibiza because he ‘can't afford the flight’

Anger as developer bids to cut all affordable homes from new estate

‘The perfect village pub - and the staff are something special too’

‘They killed our pet peacock with a catapult – it was an evil act’

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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

‘The perfect village pub - and the staff are something special too’

‘The perfect village pub - and the staff are something special too’

‘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’

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

New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed

New images reveal Aldi progress - but opening delayed

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?

Gardens

Kent garden named one of the best in the world

Bold new artwork a nod to Kent’s agricultural heritage

Prominent mansion’s price tag drops £3.5m

Where to see beautiful bluebells in Kent

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Kent name returning club president

Low scores making life tough

New boss latest as Walker prepares for final game

Bartlett gets green light for T20 Blast

Spirited Kent suffer first defeat

Kent heading towards final-day defeat

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